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Dean Boeve, Jami Haberl, M.P.H.’03, M.H.A.’03, and Rachel Reimer, Ph.D.,  at the Public Health Conference of Iowa Alumni Reception
DMU’s Weekly Events

ANNOUNCEMENTS

April Continuing Education Activities

​The Continuing Medical Education program has an exciting month of activities planned. We hope you can join us!


 

DMU Grand Rounds: Organ Donation, April 4, 2024

​There are currently 637 Iowans waiting for an organ transplant. Organ donation in Iowa is crucial in saving lives and improving the health of those who need it.


 

$mart Cents: Spring Panel of Experts!

Join us for our Financial Literacy Panel of Experts event! Panel members will include a personal/commercial banker, financial advisor, financial planner, a real estate agent and a DMU alum.


 

33rd Annual Cardiovascular Today Conference, April 27, 2024

Join us at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 27. Attendees will learn to identify trends and care updates in cardiovascular sub-specialties, discuss best practices for cardiac care and disease prevention and be able to summarize new developments in the cardiovascular specialty.


 

Reserve Your Iowa Cubs Game Tickets!

​Employees, step right up and grab your chance to experience the thrill of the game from the best seats in the house!


 

CEE Community of Practice Showcase

​The CEE Academic Support team invites all faculty and staff to attend the CEE Community of Practice Showcase, a two-part virtual series that takes place April 30 and May 10.


 

Join Wellness for National Walking Day on April 3!

Moving more — and walking in particular — has always been part of the American Heart Association’s now century-long mission. That’s why the AHA created National Walking Day more than a decade ago. Take a walk with us on Wednesday, April 3.


 

Save the Date: One Day for DMU

For 24 hours, faculty, staff, alumni and friends come together to support our students and their Des Moines University experience by giving back to the area that means the most to them including the DMU Fund, student scholarships and each of our colleges. 


 

Discount Tickets - Faculty and Staff

As the days get longer and the temperatures rise, it’s time to gear up for some exciting summer adventures! Head over to the human resources Pulse page now to discover fantastic offers on tickets.


 

Presentation from Associate Dean of COM Clinical Affairs Candidate

Mark LeDuc, D.O.’02, FACOOG, is an interview candidate for the Associate Dean of COM Clinical Affairs. He will be giving a presentation at 3:30 Monday, April 1, to discuss how to prepare students for success on 3rd year clinical rotations. 


 

DPH Faculty Candidate Presentation: Julia Burlaka, Ph.D.

Julia Burlaka, Ph.D., will be on campus Friday, April 5, to interview for the DPH faculty position. As part of her interview, she will be presenting at noon in Edge E4109.


 

Trans Health Series at DMU

​The Trans Health Series is back! This series offers a unique opportunity for DMU students, faculty and staff to learn more about the specific health care disparities facing the transgender community and how to better serve transgender patients.


 

✨ Thrive - Session 5: Rest Easy: Quieting Your Mind and Body ✨

Join the Student Counseling Center for Thrive, a live, interactive six-workshop series that will help you flourish! The sessions will “connect the dots” between how various mental health-related concepts/tools serve to support emotional, physical and academic well-being.


 

Occupational Therapy Month Kickoff

​Join the OT department in Summerfield’s Cafe over lunch (noon to 1 p.m.) on April 3 to celebrate the start of National OT Month. Come spin the wheel to learn more about occupational therapy and win a prize! We will have fidgets, cookies and other fun items.

NEWS

DMU O.T.D. Chair Receives “Champion” Award

Diana Feldhacker, Ph.D., O.T.D., OTR/L, BCPR, chair, program director and assistant professor of DMU’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy program, received the 2024 Award for Excellence in the Advancement of Occupational Therapy from the American Occupational Therapy Association.

“My Life is Forever Changed”

Kendall Thurman, D.O.’06, shares his transformative experience in the Middle East with MedGlobal, a nonprofit organization supporting health programs for vulnerable populations worldwide.

Key Questions to Ask Prospective Employers

When mapping out the next steps in your career, there are important questions to consider. Rich Green, M.S.P.T.’92, chief executive officer of Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the DMU Alumni Board, shares helpful advice.

Girls Exploring Medicine and Health Sciences photos