(Des Moines) – Des Moines’ Michael S. Lee, D.P.M., FACFAS, was named president-elect of the 6,000-member American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). Dr. Lee is a 1996 graduate of Des Moines University’s College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. […]
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What’s a physician assistant? It’s not a physician‘s assistant. A physician assistant (or PA) is a licensed medical professional that can give care in medical offices, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes and more. They can take medical histories, perform exams, give
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The DMU Global Health dept. recently arranged an exchange partnership with a medical school in Uganda. The first two DMU students to try it out are currently there. Jon & Katie are in Uganda for two months. Luckily for us back
The Des Moines Register had a great piece yesterday, Losing Weight: How they did it, about 3 local women who changed their diet & exercise plans to lose weight/live healthier. Dr. Melita Schuster from the DMU Clinic offered up some
Losing weight in a healthy way! Read More
Being a healthcare professional means taking care of people from all walks of life. Many will have particular needs you should be aware of. Several campus groups and offices pulled together to put on an interesting event on Monday. Learn
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Gluten-free diets: a fad or serious health condition? Gluten-free. It’s a term most people have heard but don’t fully understand. Some think it’s just the newest craze in diets or food marketing. Not so! Gluten is a protein in grass-type
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Triathlon prep – bike, run, swim faster with careful preparation, training As many prepare to run, swim and ride in Des Moines’ Hy-Vee Triathlon (annual summer event), there are a few things to keep in mind while getting in shape.
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Reviewed June 23, 2021 by Ashley Dikis, D.P.M., AACFAS, Clinical Department Chair, Foot and Ankle Clinic Summer may be a time to feel ‘footloose and fancy-free’ but it is not the time to forget about your feet. Follow these tips
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Slather on sunscreen or your skin will suffer More than 1,500 people die every day from cancer. The second leading cause of death in the United States, cancer affects all ages and all races. And every time you forget to
Physical therapy might be best pain treatment for patients with heart disease DMU physical therapy professor responds to American Heart’s recommendations The first line of defense against pain and injury may no longer be a pill – especially if you
Physical therapy and your heart Read More