1892

ATSU opens as the American School of Osteopathy (ASO) in Kirksville, with A.T. Still, DO, as the first president.

1880s

Dr. Still’s reputation grows, and he coins the term “osteopathy.”

1870s

On June 22nd 1874, after years of study and research, Dr. Still develops what would become osteopathic medicine. In 1875, Dr. Still moves to Kirksville, Missouri to work as a traveling physician.

1860s

Dr. Still marries Mary Elvira Turner, known as the mother of osteopathic medicine. Dr. Still serves in the Union Army and is distraught by the medical care and effects of opium. Four children of Dr. Still’s die within four weeks, prompting him to rethink his...

1850s

In 1853, Dr. Still moves to Kansas to help his father provide care for Native Americans and soon receives training to become a physician. In 1857, Dr. Still is elected to Kansas’ territorial legislature.