Preparing Health Professionals to Serve All Communities
At Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, your path to becoming a compassionate and competent health professional starts with understanding people. We prepare you to deliver high-quality, respectful care to every patient, regardless of their background, identity or life experience.
We foster a welcoming environment where you’ll grow personally and professionally. Through experiences offered by the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs — like the Diversity Health Series, Safe Zone workshops, leadership programs and student-led advisory groups — you’ll develop skills to practice patient-centered care with cultural humility and the ability to lead with empathy.
Your time at DMU will prepare you to advocate for health equity, build trust with patients and serve all communities with compassion and confidence.
How to Improve Cultural Humility in Health Care
At DMU, we integrate cultural competence and humility into your academic journey. You’ll engage in coursework, conversations and community experiences that help you:
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with patients from all backgrounds.
- Understand how culture, identity and lived experiences influence health outcomes.
- Deliver care with compassion, awareness and professionalism.
Cultural Competence in Health Care Starts With You
DMU seeks students who meet high academic standards, are committed to compassionate care and are eager to make a difference in their communities. Ready to take the next step? Here are ways to connect with us:
- Discuss your interest in health care with your high school or college counselor.
- Meet us at conferences and events focused on future medical and health professionals.
- Schedule a campus visit to experience DMU firsthand.
Your journey to a career in medicine and health starts with one step. We’re here to help you take it.
Living in Greater Des Moines: Your New Favorite Place
Besides being a great place to live and work, the greater Des Moines metro is a vibrant area with communities from all walks of life. Ethnic grocery stores, restaurants and year-round events ensure that there’s always something for everyone.
Contact our team
The Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs sponsors and organizes a wide variety of programs and events throughout the year. Our events have held a profound impact on our students, faculty and staff.
“We strive to empower students to be part of a global health care system that is inclusive in delivering positive care in an increasingly diverse society.”
Rich A. Salas, Ph.D.
Chief Diversity Officer
We’re Here to Help
If you have questions about the admissions process, please reach out to our Admissions team at DMUAdmit@dmu.edu.