The “cock’s comb” is a wedge of bone found on the anterior floor inside of the skull in the midline. The meninges (protective membranes surrounding the brain) are anchored anteriorly at this point. The Latin name for the group of […]
Anatomy word of the month: crista galli Read More
The D.O. matches (how a student knows which residency program they’ll be going into) were out on valentine’s day and my husband got the wonderful news that he matched at his #1 choice program for general surgery. I am so
Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me a great match! Read More
The Des Moines University Clinic is kicking off the Athletic Power Hour five-part series on February 24. The series is free and open to the public. “We have so many great experts and wonderful facilities on campus that this just
Free lecture series for athletes will focus on preventing injuries while training Read More
There are so many things to consider when picking your next place to live. Here’s a nice blog on things to consider about your potential new neighborhood! I know students for the incoming classes are already asking current students for
Moving to Des Moines Read More
Happy valentine’s day, lovely readers! On this day of warm fuzzies and mushiness, let us be clear in how much we appreciate you all. Whether you are a student, staff member, grad, patient or friend of the University, we are
A “cord or cable” in Latin. Retinacula are thickenings of tissue underneath your skin that serve to bind down tendons of muscles so they don’t “bowstring” at certain joints, meaning pop up when the joint is flexed or extended. For
Anatomy word of the month: retinaculum Read More
21 weeks until alumni reunion!
Wordless Wednesday: 21 weeks until alumni reunion! Read More
