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One of the Best Medical Schools in the Midwest

Gain the expertise at a top medical university to start a rewarding and impactful career in medicine

Des Moines University is among the nation’s best medical schools and health science universities. We’re committed to helping aspiring medical and health care professionals make a difference in our world. Our three health science colleges offer 10 accredited health science graduate programs—all of which feature well-respected faculty, small class sizes and hands-on clinical and research opportunities. No matter which health science college or degree you choose, you will gain the skills to lead in a rewarding health care or medical career.

Learn more and discover why Des Moines University is the best medical school for you.

Des Moines University’s Health Sciences Graduate Programs

DMU is a top medical university, and educating the next generation of health science and medical professionals is what we do. That’s why you can expect to gain the knowledge and skills you need to pursue and succeed in a future career in health care or medicine. We are proud to produce leaders in medicine and health care through our 10 health sciences graduate programs, dual degree options, graduate certificates, continuing medical education courses and more.

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
University Partnerships

News and Events

DMU is making headlines every day as one of the best medical schools in the Midwest and a top medical university in the United States. Discover what we’re doing within our health sciences graduate programs or in the community to help our world live happy and healthy lives.  

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Behavioral Health

Learn about anxiety’s impact on performance – and how you can use it

Anxiety can pump us up, but too much can impede performance. Feeling nervous before participating in athletic competition is natural, and not always bad; it can be a sign one’s body is alert and ready to work. But too much…
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College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery

CPMS student wins ABFAS Surgeons of Tomorrow essay contest

Faith Carelli, a second-year student in DMU’s College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery (CPMS), takes the role of a physician very seriously. “I understand both the positive and negative impacts medical providers can have on patients' lives,” she says. “I…
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Research

DMU Research Symposium reflects diverse interests, draws large crowd

The large crowd that attended Des Moines University’s 13th annual Research Symposium on Dec. 1 reflected diverse scientific interests and great excitement for an in-person opportunity to explore them. Students and scientists explored a wide variety of topics at the…
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Upcoming Events

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Creating Opportunities for Iowa and Beyond Des Moines University enhances our quality of life by educating outstanding health providers and leaders; providing expert, compassionate patient care; serving the community in diverse ways; and stimulating the central Iowa community.

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More Than Just a Top Medical University

Des Moines University is home to the DMU Clinic, which is conveniently located on campus. Serving thousands of patients each year, our clinicians are more than just health care and medical providers. They’re researchers, mentors and thought leaders who are dedicated to bringing expert care to patients and their families.

Whether you’re studying in our health science college, osteopathic school of medicine or podiatric medicine program, you will train alongside health care leaders in the DMU Clinic. You will also gain valuable, hands-on experiences in family medicine, pediatrics, physical therapy, radiology and much more to prepare you for your health care or medical career.

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“I chose DMU because of the welcoming environment on campus. I felt that as a student here, I wasn’t compared to my peers sitting next to me, but rather compared to my previous self, allowing for more personal growth instead of competition amongst students. I was looking for a collaborative environment that mirrors the future of medicine, favoring interpersonal medical teams working together to improve patient outcomes.”

Lauren Hartwell, D.O.'24, OMM Fellow

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