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Des Moines University Welcomes New Chief Human Resources Officer
Maureen De Armond, J.D., SHRM-SCP, will join Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences as the new chief human resources officer beginning August 5, 2024. "Maureen's extensive background in HR and law will be instrumental in driving DMU's mis...
Jul 15, 2024, 11:20am EDT
Free Back-to-School Physicals Available in July
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is offering FREE back-to-school physicals for students in July ahead of the new school year. The event is designed to ensure that all students are healthy and ready for the upcoming school year. Stude...
Jul 8, 2024, 9:00am EDT
DMU Earns Prestigious LEED Silver Certification for Sustainable Practices
In a significant stride toward sustainability and innovation in educational design, RDG Planning & Design announces that the new West Des Moines campus of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has been awarded the Leadership in Energy and ...
Jun 25, 2024, 11:23am EDT
DMU Earns Prestigious LEED Silver Certification for Sustainable Practices
In a significant stride toward sustainability and innovation in educational design, RDG Planning & Design announces that the new West Des Moines campus of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has been awarded the Leadership in Energy and ...
Jun 25, 2024, 11:22am EDT
Des Moines University and Benedictine University Partner To Propel Students Into Health Care Careers
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences and Benedictine University have formed an alliance to provide BenU graduates greater access to medical and health sciences careers. The collaboration offers a valuable opportunity to strengthen the nat...
Jun 10, 2024, 12:44pm EDT
Study by DMU Researchers Shows Potential Cancer Therapy Breakthrough Using COVID-19 Vaccine-Related Spike Protein
In a groundbreaking study led by researchers at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, integral to COVID-19 vaccines, has shown promise as a novel approach to treating cervical cancer. This revelation builds ...
Jun 3, 2024, 9:15am EDT
DMU Clinic - Behavioral Health Welcomes Katy Laurin, Ph.D.
Kathleen "Katy" Laurin, Ph.D., has joined the Des Moines University Clinic - Behavioral Health located at 3200 Grand Ave., in Des Moines, as a licensed clinical psychologist. With extensive experience in the mental health field, including private prac...
May 16, 2024, 11:18am EDT
Des Moines University Professor Named a Fellow, National Academy of Osteopathic Educators
Sarah Clayton, Ph.D., associate professor of physiology and pharmacology at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, was accepted as a fellow in the teaching and evaluation category in the National Academy of Osteopathic Educators. Her term ...
May 16, 2024, 11:15am EDT
Angela's Angels Raise Walls, Support Families with Habitat for Humanity Build
When Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity launched its 2024 Women Build program, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences President and CEO Angela L. Walker Franklin, Ph.D., was already on board. She is co-chairing this year's effort, them...
May 7, 2024, 8:00am EDT
Lapiplasty Centurion Surgeon Dr. Kelly John Offers Bunion Relief
Got painful bunions? Kelly John, D.P.M., M.H.A., FACFAS, DABPM, a podiatric physician at the Des Moines University Clinic - Foot and Ankle, can help: She is a Lapiplasty Centurion surgeon, meaning she has completed more than 100 Lapiplasty 3D bunion co...
Apr 29, 2024, 11:51am EDT