Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has appointed two new members to its Alumni Board of Directors: April Bisaga-Carr, D.O.’03, and Emily Hurst, D.O.’05, FACOI.
DMU Appoints Two to Alumni Board of Directors Read More
Des Moines University is now one of just eight simulation centers worldwide accredited in the new human simulation standard by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare.
Des Moines University Simulation Center Earns New SSH Accreditation in Human Simulation Read More
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences recently hosted its inaugural Innovation Tank, a new competition designed to spark creative thinking and cross-disciplinary collaboration in tackling real-world health care challenges.
DMU Launches Innovation Tank to Spark Health Care Breakthroughs Read More
Over 400 DMU graduates received their degrees in medicine and health sciences at the university’s 125th Commencement Ceremony on May 30, 2025.
DMU Graduates Over 400 Health Care Professionals During 125th Commencement Ceremony Read More
With the support from alumnus Robert Good, D.O.’77 and his wife, Brenda, DMU launches the Dr. Robert and Brenda Good Faculty Development Academy, a new initiative to advance excellence in teaching, educational research and leadership among its faculty members.
Des Moines University Launches Faculty Development Academy Through Donor Investment Read More
In fields historically dominated by men, women like Rebecca Shaw, M.D., FACOG, and Rebecca Goldsmith, M.P.H.’13, are breaking barriers and leading the way in medicine and public health.
Empowering Women in Health Care Read More
Murray Goldstein, D.O.’50, M.P.H., embraced osteopathic medicine when few others did — leaving a lasting impact on the profession.
A Trailblazer in the Field Read More
Des Moines University is transforming health sciences education with its advanced Simulation Center, where students gain hands-on experience using cutting-edge technology like high-fidelity manikins and telehealth tools.
Preparing the Next Generation Read More
Medical school is often described as a journey filled with challenges, long hours and a commitment to helping others. For a few DMU students, that journey recently took on a more personal meaning.
Alumna Terrie Wurzbacher, D.O.’75, reflects on her life’s challenges and triumphs with raw honesty in her books, including her journey through ultra-endurance events.
From Tipping Point To Turning Point Read More
