Recent News

Opportunity to Cover DMU's First In-Person Match Day
With an ongoing physician shortage, particularly in Iowa, and Gov. Kim Reynolds' recent federal request to improve residency access, this event is timely and relevant! Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences invites you to an opportunity to...
Mar 12, 2025, 10:51am EDT

DMU Contributors Featured in Recent Research Published in Two Neurology Journals
Discoveries from an anatomy research lab at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences provide valuable insights into differences in brain structure and function and contribute to a deeper understanding of the brain's complexities across specie...
Feb 24, 2025, 1:14pm EST

Des Moines University President Publishes New Book on Leadership
Angela L. Walker Franklin, Ph.D., president and CEO of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, has published a new book, Leadership From the Ground Up. It offers a candid, behind-the-scenes look at her leadership journey. The book provides...
Feb 19, 2025, 9:00am EST

DMU Clinic Expands Custom Arch Support Services to RecPlex
People with conditions like plantar fasciitis, flat feet, foot injuries and other foot and ankle issues now have a new option for custom arch support care. Custom arch supports also have the potential to help those with knee, hip and back pain. Starti...
Feb 12, 2025, 9:00am EST

Shannon Crout, D.O.'10, Returns to DMU Clinic to Elevate Holistic Patient Care
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences' Shannon Crout, D.O.'10, has joined the physicians at the Des Moines University Clinic - Osteopathic Manual Medicine. Board certified in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine,...
Feb 10, 2025, 9:00am EST

DMU and Hawkeye Community College Partner to Bolster Iowa's Health Care Workforce
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences and Hawkeye Community College's Health Sciences have formed an alliance to increase health sciences education in the state of Iowa. The partnership with Hawkeye Community College, located in Waterloo, ...
Feb 5, 2025, 9:00am EST

DMU's College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Partners with Biomedix for Better Vascular Care
Biomedix, a pioneer in medical technology and innovation, has announced a clinical and educational sponsorship with Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences' College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. The sponsorship by Biomedix is designed t...
Feb 3, 2025, 9:00am EST

Ryan Radloff Brings Experience and Knowledge as New DMU Wellness Center Director
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences welcomes Ryan Radloff as the new Wellness Center Director. With over 14 years of professional experience in health, wellness and fitness, Radloff brings a wealth of expertise and a vision for fostering...
Jan 29, 2025, 9:00am EST

Ajay Sharma, D.O., Joins DMU Clinic's Osteopathic Manual Medicine Team
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences' Ajay Sharma, D.O., has joined the providers at the Des Moines University Clinic - Osteopathic Manual Medicine. Sharma will bring over two decades of clinical and academic experience to the clinic, loc...
Jan 27, 2025, 9:00am EST

Des Moines University Names Regional Simulation Center Director
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences appoints Beth Culross, Ph.D., RN, GCNS-BC, CHSE, as the inaugural director of its new Des Moines University Regional Simulation Center at 3200 Grand. Culross, a nationally recognized expert in simulati...
Jan 22, 2025, 9:12am EST