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2021 research symposium Thursday, December 2

The annual Research Symposium showcases the scholarly activities of the faculty and students at Des Moines University.

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Preparing tomorrow's health care leaders

At DMU, we enable our students to make a tangible difference in the world. Our three health sciences colleges house 10 different programs, all widely respected and highly competitive. We provide a hands-on learning environment that emphasizes competence, compassion, and community.

Areas of Study

Doctoral Programs

Occupational Therapy (O.T.D.)
Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)
Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.)
Biomedical Sciences (Ph.D.)

Master's Programs

Physician Assistant (M.S.)
Anatomy (M.S.)
Biomedical Sciences (M.S.)
Health Care Administration (M.H.A.)
Public Health (M.P.H.)

Other Offerings

Dual Degree Options
Non-Degree Courses
Certificate Options
Continuing Medical Education

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Clinic

DMU opens new Behavioral Health Clinic

Leaders of Des Moines University, the Polk County Board of Supervisors and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino on Friday cut a ribbon to officially open DMU’s new Behavioral Health Clinic and make much-needed mental health care services available to Iowans.…
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Research

DMU professor guides students in diverse research achievements

Students and faculty are photographed in a research lab Wednesday, December 1, 2021. Pictured from left are: LiLian Yuan, Ph.D.; Victoria Mathis, MSBS’25; Christian Bongiorno, D.O.’24; Anisha Karim, D.O.’24; Charles Love, D.O.’24; Sarah Clayton, Ph.D. (DMU Photo by Brett T.…
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Health Topics

What is a travel physical and why do I need one?

The novel COVID-19 pandemic caused much disruption in the way of travel, especially internationally. Now that countries are reopening, it is important to take essential medical precautions to prepare for travel. One way to ensure you are prepared is to…
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We are #DMUProud

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1898

year DMU was founded, making us the second oldest osteopathic university

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$7 million

received by students in scholarships each year

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Improving Lives

in our global community is part of our core mission

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#1 City

Des Moines is one of the most affordable places to live in the U.S.

The DMU Clinic

Our multi-specialty clinic is conveniently located on the DMU campus. Our clinicians are more than providers; they’re researchers, mentors, and faculty dedicated to bringing expert, specialty health care to you and your family. Students attending DMU train alongside these leading physicians throughout their programs, gaining valuable, first-hand experience.

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Carlye Marshall, Des Moines University Physician Assistant

“DMU focuses on all eight aspects of wellness when you are a student here. From physical, to emotional, to social, I could tell that the faculty here really cared about me as a person and wanted me to succeed in all aspects of my life. I also love that DMU holds the 50 and Better Fair! I have a minor in gerontology and adore the fact that DMU cares about their older adult community around them.”

Carlye Marshall, P.A.'22

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