# drsierragrasso.com ## Pages - [Understanding Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine](https://drsierragrasso.com/understanding-doctors-of-osteopathic-medicine/): Understanding Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine A Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) is a fully licensed physician who practices across all medical specialties, from primary care to highly specialized surgical fields. Like MDs, DOs attend four years of medical school, complete residency training, may pursue fellowships, and are licensed to prescribe medications, perform surgery, and practice medicine in all 50 U.S. states and worldwide. What makes osteopathic medicine distinct is not a limitation in scope, but an expanded philosophy of care. Learn More About Osteopathic Medicine To explore more about osteopathic physicians and training, visit: - [Why Osteopathic Medicine Matters](https://drsierragrasso.com/why-osteopathic-medicine-matters/): Why Osteopathic Medicine Matters As a board-certified, fellowship-trained robotic and minimally invasive surgeon, Dr. Sierra Grasso’s osteopathic training shapes how she approaches surgical care. It informs her focus on: Her foundation in osteopathic medicine supports a surgical practice grounded in both technical excellence and whole-person care. Learn More About Osteopathic Medicine To explore more about osteopathic physicians and training, visit: - [What This Means for Patients](https://drsierragrasso.com/what-this-means-for-patients/): What This Means for Patients Choosing a DO means choosing a physician trained to: Osteopathic physicians are educated to integrate cutting-edge medicine with an approach that considers: Whether in a primary care office, operating room, hospital, or specialty clinic, DOs bring a perspective that values both scientific excellence and human connection. Learn More About Osteopathic Medicine To explore more about osteopathic physicians and training, visit: - [What is Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)?](https://drsierragrasso.com/what-is-osteopathic-manipulative-treatment-omt/): What is Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)? Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is a set of hands-on techniques that some DOs use to help diagnose, treat, and support the body’s natural function. Using their hands, a DO may apply techniques such as: OMT may be used to: Not every DO uses OMT in daily practice, and its role varies by specialty. However, all DOs are trained in these principles and carry forward the underlying understanding of how structure influences health. Learn More About Osteopathic Medicine To explore more about osteopathic physicians and training, visit: - [The Osteopathic Philosophy](https://drsierragrasso.com/the-osteopathic-philosophy/): The Osteopathic Philosophy Osteopathic medicine is founded on the principle that the body functions as an integrated whole. Instead of viewing symptoms in isolation, DOs are trained to understand how the body’s systems are interconnected and how lifestyle, structure, environment, and emotional health influence physical well-being. Osteopathic physicians are trained to: This whole-person approach is woven throughout osteopathic medical education and continues into residency, fellowship training, and clinical practice. Learn More About Osteopathic Medicine To explore more about osteopathic physicians and training, visit: - [DO vs MD — What’s the Difference?](https://drsierragrasso.com/do-vs-md-whats-the-difference/): Learn More About Osteopathic Medicine To explore more about osteopathic physicians and training, visit: - [Clinical Snapshot](https://drsierragrasso.com/clinical-focus/): Clinical Focus Snapshot Robotic & Minimally Invasive SurgeryForegut, general, colorectal and complex hernia surgery. Wound Care & Surgical OptimizationWeekly wound care clinic involvement and continuous work toward quality outcome improvement for the hospital Education & TrainingNational surgical educator and mentor, former surgical chief resident Leadership & AdvocacyNational committee roles, patient engagement leadership, and AMA delegate involvement. Featured Work ASMBS 2025 Video Poster – SADI: The Hard Thing is Always the Right Thing SAGES 2025 – Transgastric Lap Band Removal Effects of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment on Diabetic Gastroparesis – Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, July 2015 Get in Touch - [Home](https://drsierragrasso.com/): Dr. Sierra Grasso Board-Certified General Surgeon | Fellowship-Trained in Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery Robotic general surgeon with advanced training in minimally invasive surgery, wound care, and abdominal wall reconstruction, committed to precision, education, and whole-person care. Get in Touch - [Leadership and Speaking Opportunities](https://drsierragrasso.com/leadership-and-speaking-opportunities/): Leadership and Speaking Opportunities From patient-centered care to professional development, emotional intelligence and surgical innovation, Dr. Grasso brings clarity, expertise, and a grounded perspective to every audience. Invite her to speak at your event, lead a workshop, or contribute to leadership and emotional intelligence conversations in healthcare and beyond. - [What is a DO?](https://drsierragrasso.com/what-is-a-do/): What is a DO? Understanding Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine The Osteopathic Philosophy DO vs MD – What’s the Difference What is Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)? What This Means for Patients Why Osteopathic Medicine Matters Learn More About Osteopathic Medicine To explore more about osteopathic physicians and training, visit: - [About Dr. Sierra Grasso](https://drsierragrasso.com/about-dr-sierra-grasso/): About Dr. Sierra Grasso Hello! I am Dr. Sierra Grasso, a board-certified general surgeon, fellowship-trained in minimally invasive surgery, currently practicing at Landmark Medical Center in Rhode Island. My clinical practice includes abdominal wall reconstruction, foregut surgery, colorectal and anal procedures, alongside dedicated wound care management. I completed my fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery/Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgery at Staten Island University Hospital, where I also participated in advanced robotics training programs through Intuitive and The Fellowship Council. I completed my general surgery residency within the Stony Brook Medicine system, training across community and tertiary academic hospitals. I earned my Doctor of Osteopathic […] ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/drsierragrasso.com/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)