Concussions are defined as a traumatic brain injury usually caused by a blow to the head, whiplash, or an abrupt stop of the head. What is a concussion? Contrary to what you may have heard, concussions are not “brain bleeds.” […]
Concussions: What do parents need to know? Read More
Want to know more about the effects of force and velocity in skeletal trauma? Whether celery seed is a “super vegetable” in inhibiting the growth of melanoma cells? How about the cost-effectiveness of podiatric care for heel pain versus podiatric
2020 DMU Research Symposium attracts hundreds – virtually Read More
If you put any stock in astrology, you will understand why Andrea Frank, D.O.’86, is a Gemini: She loves both the sciences and the arts, which is reflected is what she describes as her “most important job,” as a physician
Alumna is featured artist at restaurant gallery Read More
Des Moines University, a graduate medical and health sciences university, today announced it is extending its capital campaign from the original goal of $25 million to $50 million, making it the largest fundraising campaign in the University’s history. The campaign,
DMU announces capital campaign extension to new $50 million goal Read More
If you weren’t able to tune in on November 7 to Des Moines University’s “50 & Better” Health Fair, we invite you to explore all of the topics that were covered as individual segments. Simply click on any title you want
Attend DMU’s 50 & Better Health Fair from the comfort of your home Read More
Don Galligan, D.O.’84, and Doreen Rioux-Galligan, D.O.’85, never tried to persuade their daughter Madison to pursue a medical career. But when she decided to do so, Don took her to the annual American Osteopathic Association conference and “made sure” they
Are you a “Grand”? DMU wants to know Read More
As COVID-19 continues to persist and again surge in many areas, it’s bringing on another hardship: “pandemic fatigue.” Many of us are tired of the prolonged pandemic and are feeling the cognitive, emotional, physical and behavioral changes as it progresses.
As “pandemic fatigue” also surges, here’s what you can do Read More
Mikayla Brockmeyer is passionate about science and has a love of the liberal arts and humanities. That combination was inspired in part by her Spirit Lake, IA, High School science teacher, Kathy Kleen, and experiences she had in “January terms,”
DMU student’s article published in narrative medicine journal Read More
With the persistent COVID-19 pandemic and prospects of a long winter ahead, DMU students provided a much-needed shot of hope and optimism by organizing the University’s annual Diwali event. This annual celebration of the festival of lights is part of
DMU students celebrate hope and optimism with virtual Diwali Read More
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, Des Moines University celebrates the contributions of a graduate who serves his Native American community. Rudy Papakee, M.H.A.’11, once planned to become a pharmacist, but learning about community and public health as an
Committed to health equity for his community Read More