Biden’s Former White House Doctor Faces GOP Questions Amid Cognitive Health Inquiry — Understanding the DO vs. MD Distinction
In a recent development stirring political and medical attention, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, DO, who served as President Joe Biden’s White House physician, has come under scrutiny from House GOP members investigating the president’s cognitive health. This inquiry has renewed public interest not only in the details of Biden’s medical fitness but also in understanding the qualifications of his physician, specifically the difference between a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) and a Doctor of Medicine (MD). Dr. Kevin O’Connor’s Congressional Appearance During a high-profile congressional hearing, Dr. O’Connor faced detailed questioning by Republican lawmakers concerned about the reported signs of cognitive












