Wordless Wednesday: newly shorn
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D.P.M. students receive PICA scholarships
Matthew McCammon and Kathie Palmersheim, Des Moines University podiatric medical students in the Class of 2013, each received a $2,500 scholarship from the Podiatry Insurance Company of America (PICA). PICA supports podiatric medical education by awarding scholarships to fourth-year students
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Less hair, a lot of fun
There is a lot less hair on the heads of DMU students and staff after SOMA’s St. Baldrick’s Day event last Thursday. Our VIPs, James Yacko (facilities) and Laura Stearns (DO ’16), were the first to lose their locks for
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Health Care and Technology – What Is Meaningful Use?
Clinicians and staff in the DMU Clinic have been using electronic medical records since 2007. DMU Clinic was successful in meeting Meaningful Use criteria in 2012 for its eligible professionals in the Family Practice, Osteopathic Manual Medicine, and Foot and Ankle
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Anatomy word of the month: Crista galli
The “cock’s comb” is a wedge of bone found on the anterior floor inside of the skull in the midline. The meninges (protective membranes surrounding the brain) are anchored anteriorly at this point. The Latin name for the group of
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Meet Kari Smith
Dr. Kari Smith, PT, D.P.T., ATC is an assistant professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Des Moines University. She graduated from Des Moines University with a Master of Science degree in physical therapy in 1998 and with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree
America’s sugar high: 22 teaspoons a day
I don’t mean to sound like just another prima donna who’s smacking down Americans’ unhealthy eating habits, but a new book by a New York Times Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter, Michael Moss, got my attention. Titled Salt Sugar Fat, Moss
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DMU recognized for its community service
Des Moines University’s commitment to community service was highlighted in a story that ran in the Des Moines Register this week. DMU’s employees and students are committed to making the community a better place to live and to promoting volunteerism.
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Alumni spotlight: Brandon T. Kibby, D.O.’97
Alumnus climbs mountains to help teens overcome obstacles. To help transform the lives of kids in need, Brandon T. Kibby, D.O.’97, climbs mountains – literally. This year, he’d like your help. Kibby plans to climb Argentina’s Mount Aconcagua in November
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