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DMU Clinic Partners with Drake University Hockey Club for Game Day Support
WEST DES MOINES, IA (10/24/2024) Des Moines University Clinic is partnering with the Drake University Hockey Club to provide the team with expert athletic training and sports performance services for the 2024-25 season. This collaboration reflects DMU Clinic's commitment to supporting local athletes. As part of this partnership, DMU Clinic's certified athletic trainers will attend all Drake Hockey Club home games, offering essential on-site support. The trainers are prepared to assess, diagnose and treat
DMU PA Program Clerkship Coordinator Receives Prestigious National Award
WEST DES MOINES, IA (10/21/2024) Heidi Kennedy, clerkship coordinator for the Master of Science Physician Assistant Studies program at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, has been awarded the 2024 PA Education Association Administrative Support Staff of the Year Award. This prestigious national award is given to a single recipient each year from over 300 PA programs in the country. Kennedy received her award at the PAEA Forum Awards Ceremony in Washington, D.C., in October. "It's humbling
Des Moines University Hosts Psychiatry for Non-Psychiatrists Conference
WEST DES MOINES, IA (10/16/2024) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences will host the Psychiatry for Non-Psychiatrists conference from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, 2024. The event is designed to equip non-psychiatric health care professionals with essential mental health care skills. Registration is $99 for both in-person and online participation. This full-day conference will address the growing need for mental health care as the demand for services has outpaced the availability of
Mark Mills Awarded 2024 GlobeSt. Influencers in Industrial Real Estate Award
GlobeSt. Selects Top Industrial Leaders for Annual Honor R&R Realty Group (R&R) is proud to announce that Mark Mills, Vice President of Commerical Real Estate, has been named a recipient of the 2024 GlobeSt. Influencers in Industrial Real Estate Award. This recognition highlights Mark’s leadership, innovation, and significant contributions to the industrial real estate sector. Mark Mills is deserving of this recognition for his exceptional leadership and impactful contributions to the industry. He has a
Des Moines University Receives $300,000 Award From American Heart Association to Study Exercise
WEST DES MOINES, IA (10/15/2024) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has been awarded the Transformational Project Award from the American Heart Association to study the effects of estrogen on exercise. The project, titled "Estrogen-Mediated Transcriptional Regulation of Exercise Behavior," is led by Li-Lian Yuan, Ph.D., a professor in DMU's physiology and pharmacology department, and Sarah Clayton, Ph.D., the collaborating investigator in the same department. They will receive
West Des Moines Chamber Announces 2024 WDM Candy Cane Trail
WEST DES MOINES, IA (Tuesday, October 15, 2024) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the 2024 WDM Candy Cane Trail, running from November 1 through December 25, 2024. This festive, digital scavenger hunt is designed to support small businesses, retailers, and experiences throughout Central Iowa, making holiday shopping a fun and rewarding adventure. Participants in the WDM Candy Cane Trail can earn points by visiting and checking in at participating local businesses. At the
DMU Student Completes CDC Internship Focusing on Maternal Health and Climate Change
WEST DES MOINES, IA (10/09/2024) Rachel Mansk, a student in the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, recently completed a remote, eight-week research internship with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The project, offered through DMU's Department of Global Health, centered on understanding the effects of climate change on maternal health outcomes. "I have always been interested in understanding the female reproductive health system and
DMU Anatomy Faculty Attend Pivotal Symposium on Human Ancestor
WEST DES MOINES, IA (10/08/2024) Heather Garvin, Ph.D., and Caroline VanSickle, Ph.D., both faculty members in the Department of Anatomy at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, were recently invited to participate in a special symposium celebrating a decade of study of the fossils of the human relative, Homo naledi. Entitled "Societies, Culture and Behavior - The Next 10 Years of Homo naledi Studies," the symposium, sponsored by the John Templeton Foundation and supported by the National
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce Launches New Foundation on November 12, 2024, to Celebrate 100-Year Anniversary
WEST DES MOINES, IA – (October 7, 2024) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) announces the launch of the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce Foundation (WDM Chamber Foundation) at a ribbon cutting on November 12, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the WDM Chamber office. All are welcome to attend. The new foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to addressing community and regional needs in innovative ways and is one of ten special initiatives celebrating the WDM
DMU's Glanton Event Brings Leaders Together for Positive Change in Health Care
WEST DES MOINES, IA (10/07/2024) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences will host its 21st annual Glanton Event, presented by Holmes Murphy, on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at The Meadows Events and Conference Center at Prairie Meadows in Altoona, Iowa. The evening is dedicated to championing the university's mission to foster a campus environment that celebrates cultural diversity and attracts and supports students from all backgrounds. The event welcomes influential community leaders and organizations
Tommy’s Express Tunnel of Terror® Returns
West Des Moines, IA — Tommy’s Express is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated Tunnel of Terror® event, where the car wash tunnel transforms into a spine-chilling haunted experience, perfect for Halloween enthusiasts and thrill-seekers. More than 100 Tommy’s Express locations nationwide are hosting a spooktacular event in October. Guests will experience creepy masked employees, jump scares, and haunting sounds, all from the comfort of their vehicle, leaving with a clean ride. Tommy’s
DMU Student Recipient of APMSA National Student of the Year Award
WEST DES MOINES, IA (10/03/2024) Elizabeth Gajardo-Sitt, a fourth-year student in the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine program at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, and a native of Lincoln, NE., has been selected as this year's American Podiatric Medical Student Association National Student of the Year. This award comes after she was selected as one of 11 College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Student of the Year Award recipients in April 2024. The award ceremony was held at the American
Tommy’s Express Tunnel of Terror® Returns
West Des Moines, IA — Tommy’s Express is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated Tunnel of Terror® event, where the car wash tunnel transforms into a spine-chilling haunted experience, perfect for Halloween enthusiasts and thrill-seekers. More than 100 Tommy’s Express locations nationwide are hosting a spooktacular event in October. Guests will experience creepy masked employees, jump scares, and haunting sounds, all from the comfort of their vehicle, leaving with a clean ride. Tommy’s
Des Moines University, Simpson Partner to Draw Students to Health Care Careers
WEST DES MOINES, IA (10/02/2024) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, located in West Des Moines, and Simpson College, in Indianola, Iowa, have announced a new comprehensive partnership to create enhanced pathways for Simpson students seeking medical and health sciences careers. The partnership will benefit students while helping build Iowa's health care workforce. The agreement is tailored to help Simpson students interested in health careers navigate graduate health science degrees. The
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce Opens Voting for 5th Annual Best of the West Awards
WEST DES MOINES, IA (October 1, 2024) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) is now accepting votes for the annual Best of the West Awards. The Best of the West Awards is a West Des Moines-focused, community vote contest now featuring 100 categories. The award ceremony is set to take place on December 3, 2024, at the Rewind Hotel in West Des Moines. “We encourage everyone to cast their vote for the Best of the West Awards,” said Katherine Harrington, president and CEO of the WDM Chamber.
Get Screened, Get Educated: 50 and Better Health Fair Returns to Des Moines University Clinic
WEST DES MOINES, IA (10/01/2024) Mark your calendar for the 50 and Better Health Fair on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, from 8 a.m. to noon at Des Moines University Clinic's Olsen Center, 3200 Grand Ave. This free annual event, designed for adults aged 50 and older, offers a morning filled with health screenings, educational sessions and engaging activities to promote well-being. Attendees can receive expert health screenings performed by DMU medical students, supervised by faculty, with services including
Des Moines University Campus Receives Multiple Prestigious Design Awards
WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/30/2024) The new Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences campus, designed by RDG Planning & Design, has been honored with multiple design awards, recognizing its innovative and sustainable approach to health care education. The 88-acre campus, located in West Des Moines, Iowa, earned the Grand Prize Collegiate Award in the American School & University 2024 Education Interiors Showcase, an Outstanding Design Award in AS&U's Architectural Portfolio, and an Award of Merit
New Dean of Osteopathic Medicine at Des Moines University
Accomplished physician, educator and visionary in osteopathic medicine to spearhead college's futureWEST DES MOINES, IA (04/25/2024) After an extensive national search, David Connett, D.O., has been appointed dean of the Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, effective July 1, 2024. "An accomplished physician, educator and visionary in osteopathic medicine, Dr. Connett brings exceptional experience and qualifications to his new role. He is a recognized leader in osteopathic medicine
DMU President Franklin Receives CASE Chief Executive Leadership Award
WEST DES MOINES, IA (04/18/2024) Angela L. Walker Franklin, Ph.D., president and chief executive officer of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, was honored April 16 with the 2024 Chief Executive Leadership Award for District VI of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education. The award recognizes an outstanding president, chancellor, headmaster or system head of a District VI CASE member institution for outstanding efforts in promoting and supporting education and institutional
Various Health Services Available at Iowa Specialty-Des Moines Clinic
Des Moines, Iowa (March 25, 2024) – Iowa Weight Loss Specialists, a dedicated center for weight loss success in central Iowa, is conveniently located at the Iowa Specialty Hospital-Des Moines Clinic at 5901 Thornton Ave, Des Moines. Established in 2014, IWLS focuses on the diverse needs of their patients, offering weight loss services through both bariatric surgery and medical weight loss (non-surgical). Their patient-specific program includes the expertise of registered dietitians, behavioral health
Turner Growth Results in Office Relocation & Expansion
Des Moines, IA: Turner Construction, a leading construction management company, is thrilled to announce the relocation and expansion of its Iowa office. The office, which serves as the home-base for 300+ of Turner's Iowa-based employees, will now be situated at 4200 Corporate Drive in West Des Moines.Turner is spearheading the design-build efforts for an 8,000+ SF comprehensive renovation of the space, with an estimated completion date set for the summer of 2024.To commemorate this significant milestone,
Palmer Group Announces Senior Leadership Changes
Palmer Group Announces Senior Leadership Changes March 4, 2024 | West Des Moines, Iowa – Palmer Group announced the promotion of three employee-owners. The newly created senior leadership positions are a part of the company’s realignment strategy and succession planning. “I’m very excited about the strategic planning we have been doing as an organization,” said David Leto, President and CEO. “All three of these leaders are tenured professionals and have had a tremendous impact on our
Rock Valley, West Des Moines Physical Therapy Join Forces to Better Serve the Des Moines Metro Area
Rock Valley, West Des Moines Physical Therapy join forces to better serve the Des Moines metro area.Two clinics under the West Des Moines Physical Therapy umbrella have joined the Rock Valley Physical Therapy family and will continue to provide great care to those in and around West Des Moines, Iowa.West Des Moines Physical Therapy and Pleasant Hill Physical Therapy, will unite under the Rock Valley banner March 4, 2024.West Des Moines Physical Therapy is located at 3701 E.P. True Parkway, Suite 300, West
Hy-Vee Becomes Joint Owner of Exemplar Care
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Jan. 30, 2024) — Hy-Vee, Inc. announces today that it has become a joint owner of Exemplar Care as it works to bring more affordable primary care and urgent care services to Iowa patients and employers. Under the agreement, Exemplar Care medical clinics will be renamed to Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care, offering direct primary care and 24/7 urgent care (where available). Locations are currently open in West Des Moines, Ankeny and soon Bondurant, Iowa. These clinics will be managed by
R&R Realty Group Secures Top Rankings in the 2024 Business Record Book of Lists
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (January 22, 2024) – R&R Realty Group proudly announces its outstanding achievements in the highly regarded 2024 Business Record Book of Lists, again solidifying its position as a leader in the real estate industry. These rankings, determined through submissions encompassing square footage and employee metrics, showcase R&R Realty Group’s excellence across multiple categories. This publication is published annually as a definitive resource guide for business professions in Central
Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Lola’s Fine Hot Sauce
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 22, 2024 CONTACT: Ernst_Press@ernst.senate.gov Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Lola’s Fine Hot SauceThroughout this Congress, Ranking Member Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. RED OAK, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Lola’s Fine Hot Sauce of Polk County. Throughout this Congress, Ranking Member Ernst plans to
Lay a Strong Foundation for Your Des Moines Business's 2023
The fourth quarter is upon us, which means it's time to start wrapping up the year and preparing for the next one. For small businesses, that means taking stock of what you've accomplished this year, setting new goals for next year, and planning your holiday marketing strategy. It also means reviewing your inventory, accounting, and tax paperwork, as well as making sure your website and social media profiles are up to date. From the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, here's a rundown of what you need to
Six Methods to Encourage Better Collaboration and Communication in Your West Des Moines, IA Small Business
Good collaboration and communication are essential for any business, but they're especially important for small businesses. When everyone is on the same page and working together toward a common goal, amazing things can happen. But when communication breaks down, it can have a ripple effect that negatively impacts every area of the business. Encouraging open communication and idea sharing, encouraging cross-team collaboration, not micromanaging people, seeking regular feedback from staff, using