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Preparing the Next Generation

“The simulation center bridges the gap between theory and practice,” says Liem Tran, M.H.A.’18, simulation specialist. “It fosters critical thinking, decision-making and technical proficiency, all in a way that students find incredibly engaging.” Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences student […]

A Des Moines University student interacts with children at the Back to School Physicals event.

Free Back-to-School Physicals Available in July!

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is offering FREE back-to-school physicals for students on July 30 and 31 ahead of the new school year.

The Seed and The Soil

Des Moines University (DMU) has used the tag line, “Doing A World of Good” for a few years now reflecting our focus on meeting the health care needs of a very global and changing society. We stress competence and compassion

Bret Ripley, D.O., FACOFP, FPLI

Ripley named dean of DMU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine

Angela L. Walker Franklin, Ph.D., president of Des Moines University, announced the appointment of Bret Ripley, D.O., FACOFP, FPLI, as dean of the University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine, effective January 1, 2018. Named chair of Des Moines University’s family and

Welcome! Take a look around!

Today kicks off orientation for most of our new students. We’re all excited to see new faces and make new friends! Here are some good sites to learn more about your new city: www.desmoinesmetro.com or www.seedesmoines.com and, of course, the

Summer podiatry preview program

Last spring we invited interested students to apply for 6 available spots in the Summer Podiatry Preview, and imagine how impressed we were to receive nearly 60 applications! This new program is a 2-day preview for college students interested in

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