When two forces come together, great things can happen. This is often the case when Des Moines University’s Development & Alumni Relations department partners with Continuing Medical Education to provide countless opportunities for our alumni to continue their medical education long after they […]
Collaborating to continue education Read More
Des Moines University continues to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals. This extends beyond DMU faculty, staff and students into our local health care community, which is particularly important
Social determinants of health and STD prevention: a CDC perspective Read More
“Never stop learning.” This important message was among the many takeaways that Robert G. Smith, D.P.M.’99, M.Sc., R.Ph., C.Ped., CPRS, shared with Des Moines University students during a two-day campus visit in December. The alumnus lives by that rule; he
Alumni, here’s a great way to give back Read More
A record number of submitted abstracts, a keynote talk by a groundbreaking biochemist, excellent work by award recipients and lots of lively discussions made the seventh annual DMU Research Symposium a huge success. Held on campus on Dec. 1, the
DMU Research Symposium draws record number of abstracts Read More
Sarah Wilson, wife and mother of four, became addicted to opioid pain medications after she suffered severe injuries from getting hit by an intoxicated driver about eight years ago. She was nearly three years into her recovery from addiction to
The opioid epidemic: information and resources for health care providers Read More
Each year, graduate and undergraduate students from the local scientific community have the opportunity to apply to participate in an intensive eight-week Mentored Student Research Program (MSRP) at Des Moines University. Selected students are able to choose from more than
Summer research soars to new heights Read More
According to the American Cancer Society, much of the suffering and death from cancer could be prevented by increasing the use of established screening tests and addressing lifestyle factors such as tobacco use, diet and physical activity. To respond to
80 percent by 2018: taking steps to conquer colorectal cancer Read More
Health care professionals dedicate their careers to the well being of others. To do so, they are frequently put in adverse or potentially dangerous situations. Unfortunately, violence against health care workers has steadily increased over the past several years and
Health care violence: protect your health Read More
Ultrasound — a technology that uses high-frequency sound waves to make images of organs and structures in the body — can give health care providers in-depth insights into their patients’ conditions without using invasive procedures or ionizing radiation, as X-rays and CT
Students lead ultrasound workshop Read More
At the recent meeting, the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Board of Trustees decided that the deadline for AOA members to meet the 2013-2015 CME requirements would be extended through May 31, 2016. AOA members will have the option to apply
AOA 2013-2015 CME deadline extended Read More