The objective of The International Society for Osteopathic Practice is and always has been to promote the benefits of Osteopathy and to maintain the education and professionalism of Osteopathic Medicine. Osteopaths are mainstream health providers who are able to treat patients without referral from another health provider such as a general practitioner, but will also refer when necessary for x-ray or other tests or assessments if necessary.
Osteopaths are ACC and Health Insurer providers, are members of the Osteopathic Council of New Zealand, and have the initials DO (Doctor of Osteopathy) after their name.
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