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Des Moines University College of Health Sciences

The mission of the College of Health Sciences (CHS) is to advance the health and well-being of society through the development of exemplary health care professionals in a learning-centered environment.  In doing this, the College feels strongly about its core values of health promotion, life-long learning, and the transfer of evidence-based research into practice.

The College of Health Sciences has been a dynamic part of Des Moines University since its inception in 1981.  Continuing to respond to the changing landscape of medicine has allowed the college to add programs that meet the needs of the students, the health care system, and its patients. 

Programs offered by the College of Health Sciences

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Master of Health Care Administration Master of Health Care Administration
Physical Therapy Doctor of Physical Therapy Entry-level

Post Professional
Master of Public Health Master of Public Health
Health Care Leadership Certificate Health Care Leadership Certificate

Each of the professionals that we train becomes an integral member of the health care team that is necessary to treat patients in today's system. Jodi L. Cahalan, Ph.D., Dean, works together with program directors, faculty, staff and students is important to the leadership team, and by doing so, the college will continue along its pathway of excellence.