California CodesBusiness and Professions Code - BPCDivision 2 — Healing ArtsChapter 5 — MedicineArticle 12 — EnforcementSection 2276
Unless the holder of any certificate provided for in this chapter has been granted the degree of doctor of osteopathy after the completion of a full course of study as prescribed by an approved osteopathic medical school in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, the use of the term or suffix “D.O.” constitutes unprofessional conduct.
Notes
Prohibits use of the term or suffix “D.O.” by a certificate holder unless the holder received a doctor of osteopathy degree after completing the full course of study prescribed by an approved osteopathic medical school under the chapter. Unauthorized use of that designation constitutes unprofessional conduct.
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