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DMU Library exhibits document early contributions of African American surgeons, global health successes

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

(Des Moines, IA) – The public is invited to the Des Moines University (DMU) library for two great exhibits this summer. The “Opening doors: contemporary African American academic surgeons” display arrived June 1 and “Against the odds: making a difference in global health” begins July 5. Both are from the National Library of Medicine, the largest medical library in the world.

“Both displays cover many topics and are typically booked several years in advance. The first offers an opportunity to present and highlight some of the contributions from African American physicians to academic medicine and surgical practice,” explained Library Director Larry Marquardt.

The first display uses the stories of a few African American medical pioneers as a glimpse into past contributions.

The July exhibit ties with the University’s global health initiative to train students to be global citizens through education, advocacy and global experiences. The display shows how collaboration between families, medical workers, scientists and governments improves health care as well as highlighting past public health campaigns that made an impact. It will be available until August 12.

“Health information saves lives. Through this exhibit we hope to increase awareness of treatable, manageable global health diseases and issues,” said Yogesh Shah, M.D., associate dean of global health at DMU.

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DMU graduated 453 at 110th commencement May 29

Monday, May 31st, 2010

Des Moines University (DMU) awarded 466 degrees at its 2010 Commencement service May 29 at 10 a.m. at the Polk County Convention Complex, 501 Grand Ave. The dean from each of the three DMU colleges presented their classes and DMU interim president, Stephen S. Dengle, M.B.A., conferred degrees.

Continuing a tradition started in 1899, the College of Osteopathic Medicine awarded the doctor of osteopathic medicine (D.O.) degree to 211 graduates, the master of science in biomedical science to three and the master of science in anatomy to nine graduates. The College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery awarded the doctor of podiatric medicine (D.P.M.) degree to 52 graduates and the College of Health Sciences awarded degrees from five programs — doctor of physical therapy (D.P.T.) to 50, postprofessional doctor of physical therapy (D.P.T) to 63, master of science in physician assistant studies (M.S.) to 45, master of public health (M.P.H) to 12 and master of health care administration (M.H.A.) to 21 graduates. Some students earned dual degrees.

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DMU to give 466 degrees Saturday at 110th commencement ceremony

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

Des Moines University (DMU) will award 466 degrees at its 2010 Commencement service May 29 at 10 a.m. at the Polk County Convention Complex, 501 Grand Ave. The dean from each of the three DMU colleges will present their classes and DMU interim president, Stephen S. Dengle, M.B.A., will confer degrees. Visit www.dmu.edu/commencement for a full schedule.

Continuing a tradition started in 1899, the College of Osteopathic Medicine will award the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree to 211 graduates, the Master of Science in Biomedical Science to three and the Master of Science in Anatomy to nine graduates. The College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery will award the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree to 52 graduates and the College of Health Sciences will award degrees from five programs – Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) to 50, Postprofessional Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T) to 63, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (M.S.) to 45, Master of Public Health (M.P.H) to 12 and Master of Health Care Administration (M.H.A.) to 21 graduates. Some students earned dual degrees.

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Free assessments, treatments @ OMM Community Night May 13

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

The public is invited to experience first-hand the benefits of osteopathic medicine at Des Moines University’s OMM Community Night on May 13, from 6 to 9 p.m.

In the Student Education Center, 3300 Grand Avenue, D.O. students will provide free full-body structural and muscular assessments and, if necessary, manual treatments, part of osteopathic manual medicine (OMM), as well as information about the school and refreshments.

“Osteopathic manual medicine is a hands-on approach to healthcare. Through assessment of the musculoskeletal system, osteopathic physicians are able to draw a clear picture of how the patient’s health is being compromised. They can then realign the body so it can regain balance and heal,” explained, Erin Kraemer, D.O. student from the class of 2013 and one of the organizers.

This event is being organized by a student club and will include at least 50 student volunteers. The event will be held in the OMM lab where students train.

Supervising physician G. Bradley Klock, D.O., said, “It is such a privilege to open our school to the community and educate Des Moines on the importance and effectiveness of osteopathic medicine. Our goal is to have one-on-one time in an informal setting to answer questions and demonstrate the different styles of hands-on osteopathic treatment.”

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Annual DMU memorial service May 21 for body donors free, open to public

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

(Des Moines, IA) – On Friday, May 21, Des Moines University (DMU) will honor 65 Iowans who donated their bodies to further medical education. The family of each donor, the DMU community and the public is invited to remember and recognize each generous gift.

The non-denominational service will begin at 1 p.m. in the Student Education Center auditorium, 3300 Grand Avenue, and is open to all. The body donor memorial service has been held annually for at least 38 years. Military honors will be performed for the veteran donors. Family members at the service will be given a lapel pin that honors the gift their loved one made. At least 300 people are expected to attend.

“Thanks to the incredibly selfless gift made by these individuals, we are able to uniquely educate and train our DMU students in anatomy, as well as educating students from local schools about how to take care of their bodies,” said Donald Matz, Ph.D., chair of the DMU anatomy department.

This year’s service recognizes donors from the following Iowa towns: Adel, Agency, Altoona, Ames, Boone, Burlington, Carlisle, Clear Lake, Dayton, Des Moines, Dyersville, Ellsworth, Fort Dodge, Grinnell, Guthrie Center, Osceola, Oskaloosa, Peru, Pleasant Hill, Quasqueton, Rolfe, Shenandoah, Sioux City, Urbandale, Waukee, West Des Moines, Winterset and Whittemore.

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