The Office of Research at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has launched three new research centers, growing opportunities for interdisciplinary research and impact, and named directors for two of them.Â
DMU Office of Research Announces Directors for New Centers Read More
DMU alumni, friends and donors gathered for the 2026 Grand Celebration, honoring award recipients and supporters who help drive DMU’s mission.
Grand Celebration Brings DMU Alumni, Donors and Friends Together Read More
Research by Jason Semprini, PhD, MPP, assistant professor of public health, published in the International Journal of Drug Policy, suggests that pursuing “tax parity” in e-cigarettes may lead to increased cigarette use.
Public Health Economist Publishes Research On Impact of E-Cigarette Tax Read More
Angela Grundmeyer, DMSc, PA-C, has been named inaugural director of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences’ new Doctor of Medical Science program.
DMSc Program Names Angela Grundmeyer as Inaugural Director Read More
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has opened applications for its new Doctor of Medical Science program — the first of its kind in Iowa.
DMU Launches Doctor of Medical Science Program Read More
Julie Meachen, PhD, professor of anatomy at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, recently published two studies on the American cheetah-like cat, Miracinonyx trumani.
DMU Researcher Publishes Two Studies On the Extinct American Cheetah-Like Cat Read More
DMU will host the Psychiatry for Non-Psychiatrists conference on Friday, Oct.16, 2026. The event is designed to equip non-psychiatric health care professionals with essential mental health care skills.
DMU Hosts Mental Health CME Conference Read More
Kevin Kincaid, MHA’09, didn’t take a traditional path to becoming CEO of Knoxville Hospital and Clinics in Knoxville, Iowa. In fact, his journey started with getting kicked out of college.Â
Life After DMU: Life of a … Health Administrator Read More
Kassidy Hackbarth, OTD’26, aims to use her Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree to make a difference in the lives of her patients at 21st Century Rehab at Greene County Medical Center in Jefferson, Iowa.
Life After DMU: Life of an … Occupational Therapist Read More
A new paper by Heather Opseth, DMS, PA-C, assistant program director of the MSPAS program at DMU, was published in “Frontiers in Allergy,” an international peer-reviewed research journal. The paper explores a significant gap in clinical decision-making for food allergy patients.
DMU Faculty Member Publishes Research on Improving Food Allergy Treatment Decision-Making Read More
