Filip Jelenak described some of his Serbian family’s “lighthearted traditions” for celebrating Christmas. Nikhil Pallikonda addressed questions he’s frequently received about aspects of his Indian culture, such as arranged marriage, the caste system and Hindu people’s beliefs about cows. And […]
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Whether you’re a seasoned runner or training seriously for the first time, the way you structure your workout regimen is important in protecting you from injury. Most running-related injuries occur at the knees, feet, shins, Achilles tendon and calves; hip,
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The past 12 months have been challenging for everyone working in health care, and Kevin Klauer, D.O.’92, EJD, FACEP, is no exception. The emergency physician became chief executive officer of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) in May 2019, the first
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While Zoom fatigue is a real thing after a year of the pandemic, nearly 100 students eagerly jumped on screens this week to talk with graduates who are members of DMU’s Alumni Sharing Knowledge program, or ASK. In addition to
Students gain great insights from DMU alumni in ASK program Read More
Eric A. Barp, D.P.M.’01, FACFAS, took office as secretary-treasurer of the 7,800-member American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) on March 4, 2021, during the virtual ACFAS annual member business meeting. “I am honored to be selected secretary-treasurer of
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Early each morning since March 24, Megan Johnson, M.S.N., R.N., OCN, sneaks to a secure location on campus to begin the thawing process for the COVID-19 vaccine that is planned to be used that afternoon. The meticulous schedule of thawing at certain
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The National Academies of Practice (NAP) announced the election of Julie Ronnebaum, PT, DPT, Ph.D. as a Distinguished Practitioner and Fellow. Class of 2021 Fellows were welcomed into the National Academies of Practice as part of a virtual award and
National Academies of Practice Inducts Julie Ronnebaum, PT, DPT, Ph.D. Read More
One can easily understand why Match Day, which occurred this year on March 19, is a momentous occasion for medical students across the country: It’s the day they learn whether and which medical residency programs they’ve been matched into for
DMU D.O. Class of 2021 achieves 98 percent residency match rate Read More
DMU alumna Leah Brandon, D.O.’12, M.S.A.’10, was named to the 22nd annual list of the Des Moines Business Record’s Forty Under 40 honorees. These 40 central Iowa leaders, who were chosen by past award winners, are under the age of 40
10 things to know about Leah Brandon, D.O.’12, M.S.A.’10, Forty under 40 honoree Read More
Which coronavirus vaccine should I get, and what are the side effects? When can I go back to restaurants and get together with family and friends? Will I ever be able to not have to wear a mask? These and
Coming out of COVID-19 safely Read More