We’ve Got Your Back, Every Step of the Way
Life as a Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences student is full of challenges and growth. Whether you’re navigating coursework, clinical rotations or personal challenges, we’re here to support you. From 24/7 teletherapy to on-campus health services and academic coaching, our services are designed to help you succeed and stay healthy.
Mental Health and Counseling
Life can be overwhelming, and it’s okay to ask for help. DMU offers confidential mental health services to support you.
Academic Live Care
24/7 access to counselors via phone, text or video. Unlimited teletherapy, telepsychiatry and nutrition counseling available at no cost. Visit the Academic Live Care page on Pulse for access information.
Student Counseling Center
DMU’s Student Counseling Center offers on-campus individual counseling, medication management, crisis support and psychoeducational workshops.
Health and Wellness
Support your overall well-being with accessible care and calming spaces that help you stay healthy, active and recharged.
University Health Clinic
Our on-campus clinic provides comprehensive primary care, including health maintenance exams, lab testing, acute care, family planning, minor procedures, medication management, vaccinations, allergy injections and more.
An on-call provider is also available after hours, including weekends and holidays, through our answering service. Students in clinical programs receive annual TB skin tests and seasonal flu shots at no cost. All other services are billed to your insurance plan and may be subject to co-pays or deductibles.
Well-Being Spaces
Across campus, you’ll find trails, ponds, meditation rooms and fitness facilities designed to help you relax, recharge and stay active. Well-being rooms can be reserved by any student or employee for up to 60 minutes, as far as 90 days in advance. When booking, simply mark your appointment as “private” to maintain privacy. DMU also offers a dedicated prayer and meditation room for students of all faiths and spiritual practices. This space includes feet-washing stations to support traditions that require washing before prayer.
Academic Support and Enrichment
We help you reach your full academic potential through personalized support, expert guidance and enriching learning experiences.
Center for Educational Enhancement
The Center for Educational Enhancement offers tutoring, study skills coaching, board prep support and academic workshops.
Library Services
DMU Library Services provides access to electronic and print resources — including books, journals, databases and anatomical models — along with research and citation support in person and online.
Continuing Medical Education
The Continuing Medical Education program offers regular case-based presentations through its Grand Rounds series — as well as other professional events that students engage with throughout their time at DMU and beyond.
Technology and IT Support
Stay connected and online with confidence.
Solutions Hub
The Solutions Hub offers 24/7 technical support for your devices, software and technical questions.
Financial and Insurance Support
Managing finances and insurance is simpler with DMU’s help.
Financial Aid Office
DMU’s Financial Aid Office is here to provide guidance on scholarships, loans, budgeting and payment plans.
Student Health Insurance
Easy enrollment, coverage details and access to care. New students and current students seeking information on the upcoming academic year plan may visit dmu.myahpcare.com or call Academic HealthPlans at 855-824-9683.