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DMU Students and Staff Present at 2025 American Physiological Society Summit
Several students and faculty from the Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program presented at the 2025 American Physiology Summit in Baltimore, Maryland, April 24-27, 2025. The presenters showcased cutting...
May 15, 2025, 4:44pm EDT
DMU Honors Student Leaders Who Make a Difference
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences recognized 160 students with service and leadership awards on Wednesday, May 7. These awards shine light unto the dedication and compassion each student holds to furthering their health care career thr...
May 14, 2025, 11:05am EDT
DMU Announces AOA President as Commencement Keynote Speaker
Trailblazing physician and osteopathic medicine leader Teresa Hubka, D.O.'89, FACOOG (dist.), FACOG, CS, will deliver the keynote address at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences' 125th Commencement in May. Hubka, a highly respected obste...
Apr 28, 2025, 9:00am EDT
Remembrance Ceremony Honors Individuals Who Give the Ultimate Gift for Medical Education
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences will honor 47 individuals, including 12 honored veterans, at this year's Body Donation Remembrance Ceremony. The annual service will take place at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 3, at the Olsen Center at 320...
Apr 21, 2025, 9:00am EDT
One Day for DMU Ignites Support for Future Medical Leaders
Alumni, faculty, staff and friends showed up for the seventh annual One Day for DMU campaign and raised an astounding $272,524.86 from 342 individual donors. The 24-hour giving campaign for Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences took place ...
Apr 17, 2025, 3:00pm EDT
DMU Expands Research Team with New Director Appointment
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences welcomed Kellie Sheets, M.B.A., FACHE, CRA, as the director of research operations, compliance and strategy in April. With over 18 years of experience, Sheets brings a wealth of leadership experience a...
Apr 16, 2025, 9:00am EDT
Bonded Through Baldness: DMU Students Shave Their Heads in Support of Pediatric Cancer Research
Medical school is often described as a journey filled with challenges, long hours and a commitment to helping others. For a few Des Moines University Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2028 students, that journey recently took on a more personal m...
Apr 14, 2025, 9:00am EDT
DMU Podiatric Students Exceed National Average on Licensing Exam
Two classes from Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery have exceeded national averages on the American Podiatric Medical Licensing Examination. Compared to the national passing average of 83%, 95% of DMU's CPMS students pass t...
Apr 7, 2025, 9:00am EDT
DMU Psychiatrist Offers Techniques for Managing Big Patient Emotions
Autumn Brunia, D.O., a psychiatrist at Des Moines University Clinic - Behavioral Health, is helping equip physicians with tools to better manage emotionally intense patient encounters. She recently spoke at the Women Physician Wellness Conference, an ...
Apr 2, 2025, 9:00am EDT
DMU Researchers Present Forensic Anthropology Findings at National Conference
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences anatomy professor, Heather Garvin, Ph.D., along with postdoctoral researcher, Stephanie Cole, Ph.D., and DMU students Meghan Gast, M.S.A.'28 and Gloria Eddy, M.S.A.'29, attended the American Academy of...
Mar 31, 2025, 9:00am EDT
