Negative stereotypes and poor health outcomes related to race persist in America. DMU is tackling the issue with a three-pronged approach – working to increase the number of minorities in the health care workforce, preparing all students to provide culturally […]
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Heather Reif Zelna and Brendon Zelna, both D.P.M.’13, practice at Coastal Foot and Ankle Specialists in St. Petersburg, FL. They completed their surgical residencies at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital just outside of Detroit.
Heather Reif Zelna, D.P.M.’13, and Brendon Zelna, D.P.M.’13 Read More
Paul R. Rennie, D.O.’87, FAAO, of Henderson, NV, was installed as the president of the American Academy of Osteopathy (AAO) on March 14 during the AAO’s 2020 annual Convocation in Colorado Springs, CO. Before becoming president, Dr. Rennie served for
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Perry Dworkin, D.O.’65, FAOCR, M.H.S.A., is 79 years old and a survivor of stroke and prostate cancer. But if you weigh less than 200 pounds, he likely could deadlift you. The retired radiologist is a local, state and two-time national
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Breck Tiernan, D.P.M.’05, provides adult and pediatric foot care at Advanced Foot and Ankle Center of Joliet, part of Advanced Foot and Ankle Centers of Illinois. He opened the practice in 2007.
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Kevin Hejtmanek, D.P.T.’07, completed his master’s degree in health care administration (M.H.A.) at Des Moines University in May 2020. He also was selected for the Dean’s Leadership Award, which recognizes one student in the graduating class chosen by faculty within
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Scott Young, D.O.’91, a board-certified anesthesiologist, has over three decades of experience in his field. He is affiliated with PBS Anesthesia LLC, a part of Dignity Health, and North Vista Hospital, both of which are located in Las Vegas, NV.
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Mark LeDuc, D.O.’02, plans to join Des Moines University on June 1 as an assistant professor in specialty medicine/obstetrics and gynecology. He had been in private practice for 14 years with the Mercy Obstetrics and Gynecology practice in Mason City,
The DMU College of Osteopathic Medicine honored members of the doctor of osteopathic medicine Class of 2022 with its annual dean’s award program, which marks the transition students make from their first two didactic/academic years to their next two years
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Charles Vonder Embse, D.O.’69, received the 2020 Trustee Award from the Ohio Osteopathic Association. The retired family physician has been active in osteopathic organizations at the local, state and national levels since he graduated from DMU.
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