Q:  Are there differences in licensure or scope of practice between MDs and DOs?

A:  No.  MDs and DOs have the same license and scope of practice.  Both:

- have undergraduate degrees, graduated from medical school and have post-graduate training;

- are licensed by the state to diagnose, treat and perform surgery;

- are able to prescribe medicine;

- may pursue a specialty (two or more years of further education/training);