Anne Darby

Anne Darby is an Assistant Professor at Penn State College of Medicine, specializing in Family and Community Medicine. She serves as the Director of Osteopathic Education and Core Faculty for the Penn State Hershey Family and Community Medicine residency program, while also acting as a resident advisor.

Education:

• DO, Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine (2012)
• Pre-Doctoral Osteopathic Manual Medicine Fellowship, Des Moines University (2010-2012)
• BS, Biology with emphasis in Physiology, University of Washington (2007)

Dr. Darby’s research focuses on osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) and its application in medical education. She has conducted studies on OMT awareness among allopathic medical students, developed educational curricula for residents, and explored OMT’s feasibility in managing hospitalized patients with complex conditions, including during the pandemic. Her work bridges clinical practice and educational innovation.

Her publications highlight trends in OMT education, clinical applications of manual therapy, and pandemic response strategies. Key themes include curriculum development, feasibility studies, and interdisciplinary healthcare education.

Scientific Awards:

• Excellence in Peer Tutoring (2007)
• Exceptional Teacher/Exceptional Role Model (2021, 2022)
• Ram’s Head Award for Osteopathic Manual Medicine (2012)
• Tri-beta Biological Honor Society Member (2007)
• "We are!" Recognition Award (2021)

Dr. Darby actively develops osteopathic recognition curricula, lectures for medical students, and precepts residents in family medicine, procedure, and OMT clinics. She secured grant funding for specialized osteopathic manipulation tables and emphasizes the full scope of family medicine in her clinical practice at Penn State Health Clinic in Camp Hill.