Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences Office of Research Announces Directors for New Centers
WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/28/2026) From developing new approaches to treating disease to helping people stay active and healthy throughout their lives, research plays an important role in improving health and well-being. To expand that work and create more opportunities for collaboration, the Office of Research at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has launched three new research centers, growing opportunities for interdisciplinary research and impact, and named directors for two of
Public Health Economist Publishes Research On Impact of E-Cigarette Tax
WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/23/2026) A study by a Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences researcher sought to answer this question: What happens to children when states increase their e-cigarette taxes? Research by Jason Semprini, PhD, MPP, assistant professor of public health, published in the International Journal of Drug Policy, suggests that pursuing "tax parity," or imposing equivalent taxes and restrictions on cigarettes and alternative nicotine products, may lead to increased cigarette
The Life of a Philanthropist: How to Save a Life
WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/17/2026) As a first-year medical student at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, Parag Patel, DO'92, took a trip to Kenya - his birthplace - that would ultimately shape the course of his life. There, he witnessed firsthand the stark realities of limited medical resources: a lack of basic supplies like stethoscopes, tape and gauze and undertrained medical workers overwhelmed by the volume of patients. Many, especially women and children, were dying from preventable
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences Launches Doctor of Medical Science Program
Advancing Physician Associate/Assistant Careers WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/16/2026) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has opened applications for its new Doctor of Medical Science program - the first of its kind in Iowa. Drawing on DMU's strong reputation in physician associate/assistant education and related health sciences disciplines, the fully online DMSc is a four-term, 30-credit, cohort-based degree designed for PAs seeking to advance into clinical leadership, education or research
Life After DMU: Life of a Public Health Officer
10 DMU Degrees. 10 Alumni Stories. 10 Ways to Make a Difference. by Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/15/2026) Whether they studied osteopathic medicine, public health or biomedical sciences at 722 Sixth Avenue, 3200 Grand Avenue or the new campus at 8025 Grand Avenue, graduates of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences share one thing in common: the degrees they earned prepared them to care, to lead and to serve. It's a physical therapist helping
Research Symposium and Young Scientist Program at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences
WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/14/2026) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences will host its 2026 Research Symposium and Young Scientist Program on Nov. 13-14 on its campus at 8025 Grand Ave. in West Des Moines. The annual event, open to faculty, students, staff, members of the regional medical and scientific community and high school students, will showcase innovative research being conducted across multiple disciplines at DMU and beyond. Pravin Mishra, PhD, MBA, chief research officer at DMU,
Life After DMU: Life of a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
10 DMU Degrees. 10 Alumni Stories. 10 Ways to Make a Difference. by Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/11/2026) Whether they studied osteopathic medicine, public health or biomedical sciences at 722 Sixth Avenue, 3200 Grand Avenue or the new campus at 8025 Grand Avenue, graduates of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences share one thing in common: the degrees they earned prepared them to care, to lead and to serve. It's a physical therapist helping
Life After DMU: Life of a Scientist
10 DMU Degrees. 10 Alumni Stories. 10 Ways to Make a Difference. by Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/10/2026) Whether they studied osteopathic medicine, public health or biomedical sciences at 722 Sixth Avenue, 3200 Grand Avenue or the new campus at 8025 Grand Avenue, graduates of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences share one thing in common: the degrees they earned prepared them to care, to lead and to serve. It's a physical therapist helping
Life After DMU: Life of a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences
10 DMU Degrees. 10 Alumni Stories. 10 Ways to Make a Difference. by Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/08/2026) Whether they studied osteopathic medicine, public health or biomedical sciences at 722 Sixth Avenue, 3200 Grand Avenue or the new campus at 8025 Grand Avenue, graduates of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences share one thing in common: the degrees they earned prepared them to care, to lead and to serve. It's a physical therapist helping
Over 450 Students Enter Health Career Journey At Des Moines University Medicine and Health Science's
WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/08/2026) On Friday, Sept. 4, 456 students from five programs at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences received their first white coats during the university's White Coat Ceremony - an event that marks the beginning of students' professional journeys and their commitment to becoming compassionate and competent health care providers. "Students, when you don the white coat, you assume not only the responsibilities, but also the obligation that attend to those who choose
Life After DMU: Life of a PA
10 DMU Degrees. 10 Alumni Stories. 10 Ways to Make a Difference. by Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/04/2026) Whether they studied osteopathic medicine, public health or biomedical sciences at 722 Sixth Avenue, 3200 Grand Avenue or the new campus at 8025 Grand Avenue, graduates of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences share one thing in common: the degrees they earned prepared them to care, to lead and to serve. It's a physical therapist helping
Life After DMU: Life After DMU: Life of a Podiatrist
10 DMU Degrees. 10 Alumni Stories. 10 Ways to Make a Difference. by Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/03/2026) Whether they studied osteopathic medicine, public health or biomedical sciences at 722 Sixth Avenue, 3200 Grand Avenue or the new campus at 8025 Grand Avenue, graduates of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences share one thing in common: the degrees they earned prepared them to care, to lead and to serve. It's a physical therapist helping
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences and Baylor University Partner to Create Health Sciences Pathways
WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/02/2026) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences and Baylor University, a private university in Waco, Texas, have announced a partnership designed to expand educational pathways for Baylor students interested in pursuing graduate-level health sciences degrees. Effective July 2026, qualified students in Baylor's Master of Science in Medical Science program will be eligible to apply for five reserved seats annually in DMU's Doctor of Podiatric Medicine program. In
A Routine Visit That Changed Everything
The Impact of Advancing Research - and One Doctor's Instinct by Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences WEST DES MOINES, IA (09/01/2026) In 2018, Karla Peiffer met with her primary care provider, Sarah Tallman, DO'09, at The Iowa Clinic for a routine checkup. Peiffer had been seeing Tallman for nearly a decade and knew the visit would be thorough. The one thing Tallman had been encouraging Peiffer to do was undergo genetic testing for the breast cancer gene due to her family history. When
WEST DES MOINES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES 2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
WEST DES MOINES, IA (Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) has announced its 2026 Board of Directors, a group of local and regional leaders who will help guide the Chamber and support the continued growth of the West Des Moines community. Board members will work closely with Chamber staff to support members, set priorities, and strengthen the business community. “Our 2026 Board of Directors includes leaders from a wide range of industries and businesses,
