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
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
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
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
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
DMU Researchers Uncover Potential Link Between THC and Weight Loss
WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/25/2024) Researchers at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences have discovered how variations in gut microbiome caused by delta9-tetrahydrocannabinol, more commonly referred to as THC, can predict significant weight loss in obese mice. The research was conducted by Avi G. Kaye, a third-year student in the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program; Matthew Rusling, D.O., a 2021 DMU alumnus; Lauren Wagment-Points, Ph.D., an affiliated faculty member, and Li-Lian Yuan,
DMU Students Don White Coats as a Symbolic Entrance into Medical School
WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/17/2024) On Sept. 13, Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center Grand Ballroom in Des Moines was filled with pride as 438 clinical students from five programs at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences received their white coats during the university's White Coat Ceremony. "Our ceremony has important components in this initial rite of passage and reflects a symbolic entrance into medical school," DMU President and CEO Angela L. Walker Franklin, Ph.D., told the
DMU Appoints Three New Members to Governing Board
WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/23/2024) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has appointed three new members to its Board of Trustees. Omar Lateef, D.O., Diane Bridgewater and Amber Lenhardt bring significant experience to their roles. "As distinguished professionals in their careers, Dr. Lateef, Diane Bridgewater and Amber Lenhardt bring unique skills to our board from different aspects of the health care field," says Angela L. Walker Franklin, Ph.D., DMU's president and CEO. "I look forward to
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
