MAOP 2nd Annual Scientific Research Exhibit (SRE) Competition
Submission Deadline August 10, 2025!

Maryland Association of Osteopathic Physicians

ANNUAL MEETING 2025

Join us in beautiful Baltimore as we convene this September 12-14 for the Annual Meeting. 

Doctors stacking hands

Connect with Colleagues, Friends & Peers

Earn Up to 16 Hours of CME

Learn the Latest Advancements

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We are thrilled to bring the osteopathic community together for this year’s MAOP Annual Meeting. This event is a vital opportunity for physicians, residents, and students to connect, learn, and collaborate in advancing patient care. As we continue to grow and evolve, we remain committed to providing high-quality education and fostering meaningful professional relationships.

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– Stephanie Henley

Executive Director

COURSE DIRECTOR

Neil Spiegel, DO, MBA

Neil Spiegel, DO, MBA,

COURSE FACULTY

COURSE AGENDA

7:00-9:00am

Exhibitor Setup

8:00-9:00am

Registration

8:45am

Opening Remarks by MAOP President

Taisei Suzuki, DO, MIPH, CCHP-CP, FAAFP

9:00-10:00am

FSMB Update on Medical Licensure and Regulation

Humayun “Hank” Chaudhry, DO, MS, MACP, FRCP

10:00-10:30am

Dedicated Exhibit Time

10:30-12:00noon

OMT Skills Lab

Catherine Feaga, DO

10:30-11:15am

OMT Session on Counterstrain

Beverly Maliner, DO

12:00-1:30pm

SPONSORED LUNCH

1:30-2:30pm

Sexual Health History

David Afzal, DO, MSEd

2:30-3:00pm

Dedicated Exhibit Time

3:00-3:45pm

Title TBA

Katherine Stolarz, DO

3:45-4:30pm

Advocacy in the State of Maryland

Bre Schmidt, MPH

4:30-5:15pm

Artificial Intelligence in Primary Care

Helen O. Harrington, DO
Ariel Lim-Sharpe, DO
Dipti Mistry, MD

4:30-6:30pm

President’s Welcome Reception

Scientific Reserach Exhibit

Dedicated Exhibit Time

6:30pm

Program Concludes for the Day

8:00-10:00am

Point of Care Ultrasound: A Hands-On Practice Lab

Gail Feinberg, DO, MEd

10:00-10:30am

Dedicated Exhibit Hours

10:30-11:15am

Mental & Physical Health

Tyler Cymet, DO

11:15-12:00pm

Substance Use Disorders in Youth

Anthony Dekker, DO

12:00-1:30pm

SPONSORED LUNCH

1:30-2:15pm

Title TBA

Joyce Johnson, DO
James Calderwood, Esq.

2:15-3:00pm

Artificial Intelligence Use in Medicine

Kelly Ryan, DO

3:00-3:30pm

Dedicated Exhibit Hours

3:30-4:30pm

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Howard Feinberg, DO

4:30-5:30pm

Acute Treatment and Prevention of Stroke

4:30-5:30pm

Acute Treatment and Prevention of Stroke

John K. Lynch, DO, MPH

Program Concludes for the Day

5:30pm

Program Concludes for the Day

8:00-9:00am

A Review of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Howard Feinberg, DO

9:00-10:00am

Osteopathic Retrospective

Ruth Robinson, DO

10:00-10:30am

Dedicated Exhibit Hours

10:30-11:30am

Orthobiologics: Musculoskeletal “Regenerative Medicine” Basics

Joshua Martin, MD

11:30-12:30pm

How to Achieve the Best Responders in Orthobiologics

Marc Gruner, DO, MBA, RMSK

1:30-2:00pm

Educating Future Physicians in the State of Maryland: The Proposed Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine

Paula M. Gregory, DO, MBA, FACOFP
Dean of Proposed Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine

2:00-2:30pm

Educating Future Physicians in the State of Maryland: The Proposed Maryland College of Osteopathic Medicine at Morgan State University

Howard Feinberg, DO

2:30-3:00pm

Panel Discussion on Education Future Physicians in the State of Maryland

  • Paula M. Gregory, DO, MBA, FACOFP, Dean of Proposed Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Howard Feinberg, DO, Maryland College of Osteopathic Medicine at Morgan State University

3:00pm

Program Concludes for the Day

3:00pm

3:00pm

3:00pm

Program Concludes for the Day

CONTINUING MEDICATION EDUCATION

The Maryland Association of Osteopathic Physicians is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.

The Maryland Association of Osteopathic Physicians designates this program for a maximum of 16 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.

Continuing medical education

EVENT LOCATION

Join us as we gather at the MedChi Building in Baltimore.

OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS

We are working on reserving a block of rooms at a discounted rate for those traveling and wishing to stay local.

In the meantime, please feel free to check out these nearby options:

HOTELS NEARBY

  1. The Ivy https://www.theivybaltimore.com/
  2. The Ulysses https://ash.world/hotels/ulysses/
  3. The Revival https://hotelrevivalbaltimore.com/
  4. Hotel Indigo https://www.ihg.com/hotelindigo/hotels/us/en/baltimore/balhn/hoteldetail

Here's A Snippet of What You'll learn

Dr. Chaudhry will summarize recent developments related to state medical licensure and regulation across the United States, highlighting recent examples of professional misconduct that led to disciplinary actions by a state medical board, recent developments related to the decision by nine states to streamline the licensure of fully-trained international medical graduates, an update on the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, FSMB guidelines related to physician and physician assistant reentry, recent guidance from the FSMB’s Ethics and Professionalism Committee, and the FSMB’s 2024 census of actively licensed physicians in the United States.
Humayun Chaudhry, DO, MACP
FSMB Update on Medical Licensure and Regulation
Dr. Lynch will present a lecture on the latest updates in the evaluation and management of ischemic stroke. This talk will cover key aspects of stroke care, including acute evaluation, acute treatment, and strategies for secondary prevention. Attendees will gain valuable insights into current best practices and advancements in stroke management to enhance patient outcomes. The session will also explore recent guideline updates, emerging treatment options, and practical considerations for optimizing stroke care in various clinical settings.
John Kylan Lynch, DO MPH
Acute Treatment and Prevention of Stroke
Dr. David Afzal will present a lecture on Sexual Health History, focusing on the importance of comprehensive and inclusive patient conversations. This talk will cover best practices for obtaining a thorough sexual health history, addressing patient concerns with sensitivity, and integrating this information into clinical decision-making to improve overall patient care. Attendees will gain practical strategies for fostering open, judgment-free discussions and ensuring that sexual health is an integral part of routine medical assessments. The session will also explore common challenges and misconceptions, equipping providers with the tools to offer more effective and patient-centered care.
David Afzal, DO, MSEd
Sexual Health History

Registration Fees

When you register you’ll gain access to all Sessions, CME, Meals & Breaks.

You can access to the early bird registration fees until May 15, 2025. Beginning on May 16, regular registration fees apply.

REGISTRATION FEES

 Regular RegistrationEarly Bird Registration
Physician$895.00$695.00
Non-member Physician Rate$1,295.00$995.00
Speaker Rate$595.00$495.00
Daily Rate$395.00$295.00
Special Military/Retired Physician Rate$695.00$495.00
Resident$250.00$100.00
Student$200.00$50.00

Physician Member

$695.00

Non-member Physician Rate

$995.00

Daily Rate

$295.00

Speaker Rate

$495.00

Special Military/Retired Physician Rate

$495.00

Resident Rate

$100.00

Student Rate

$50.00

OMT WORKSHOP PHYSICIAN

$195.00

OMT WORKSHOP RESIDENT (Membership
Included)

$75.00

OMT WORKSHOP STUDENT (Membership
Included)

$35.00

WE THANK OUR SPONSORS

Gain valuable hands-on experience at the OMT Skills Workshop, a pre-event to the Annual Meeting.

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