2017-2018 Academic Catalog

114 Pages·2017·2.31 MB·English

by  Des Moines University

Academic Catalog
Table of Contents Course Descriptions ............................................... 35
Graduation Requirements ..................................... 37
College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery ......... 38

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine Program................... 39
Table of Contents ............................................... 2
Program Requirements .......................................... 39
Welcome ............................................................ 5 Program Application Process ................................. 39
Technical Standards for Admission, Academic
About This Catalog .............................................. 5
Promotion and Graduation .................................... 40
About Des Moines University .............................. 5 Curriculum Overview and Outline ......................... 41
Accreditation ..........................................................6 Course Descriptions ............................................... 43
University-Wide Student Learning Outcomes ..........6 Research ................................................................. 50
Statement of Nondiscrimination .............................6 Program Outcomes ................................................ 50
State Authorization of Distance Education...............7 Graduation Requirements ..................................... 50
Licensure ................................................................ 51
Academic Calendar ............................................. 7
College of Health Sciences ................................. 52
College of Osteopathic Medicine ......................... 8
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program ................9
Program ............................................................... 53
Program Requirements ........................................... 9
Program Requirements .......................................... 53
Program Application Process ................................... 9
Program Application Process ................................. 53
Technical Standards for Admission, Academic
Technical Standards for Admission, Academic
Promotion and Graduation ................................... 10
Promotion and Graduation .................................... 54
Curriculum Overview and Outline ......................... 12
Curriculum Overview and Outline ......................... 55
Course Descriptions ............................................... 13
Didactic Curriculum................................................ 56
Extended Pathways to Success .............................. 24
Clinical Curriculum ................................................. 56
Program Outcomes ................................................ 24
Course Descriptions ............................................... 56
Graduation Requirements ..................................... 24
Program Outcomes ................................................ 62
Licensure ................................................................ 24
Graduation Requirements ..................................... 62
Master of Science in Anatomy Program ................. 25
National Certification ............................................. 63
Program Requirements ......................................... 25
Master of Public Health Program .......................... 64
Program Application Process ................................. 25
Program Requirements .......................................... 65
Technical Standards for Admission, Academic
Program Application Process ................................. 65
Promotion and Graduation ................................... 26
Technical Standards for Admission, Academic
Curriculum Overview and Outline ......................... 27
Promotion and Graduation .................................... 65
Course Descriptions ............................................... 28
Curriculum Overview and Outline ......................... 66
Graduation Requirements ..................................... 30
Course Descriptions ............................................... 68
Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences Program 32
Program Outcomes ................................................ 73
Program Requirements ......................................... 32
Graduation Requirements ..................................... 73
Program Application Process ................................. 32
Master of Health Care Administration Program ..... 74
Technical Standards for Admission, Academic
Program Requirements .......................................... 74
Promotion and Graduation ................................... 33
Program Application Process ................................. 74
Curriculum Overview and Outline ......................... 34
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Technical Standards for Admission, Academic Add/Drop Period .................................................... 98
Promotion and Graduation ................................... 74 Course Withdrawal ................................................ 99
Curriculum Overview and Outline ......................... 75 Incomplete (I) Status .............................................. 99
Course Descriptions ............................................... 76 Grade Appeal Policy ............................................... 99
Elective Courses ..................................................... 79 Leave of Absence Policy ...................................... 100
Program Outcomes ................................................ 79 Short Term – Faculty Discretion .......................... 100
Graduation Requirements ..................................... 79 Extended Absence Contract................................. 100
Nursing Home Administrator License .................... 79 Voluntary Leave of Absence ................................ 100
Doctor of Physical Therapy Program ...................... 80 Involuntary Leave of Absence .............................. 101
Program Requirements ......................................... 80 The Process – Extended Absence Contract &
Program Application Process ................................. 81 Voluntary Leave of Absence ................................ 101
Technical Standards for Admission, Academic Integrity Committee ........................................... 102
Promotion and Graduation ................................... 81 Reinstatement Procedure ................................... 102
Curriculum Overview and Outline ......................... 83 Registration ........................................................ 102
Course Descriptions ............................................... 84 Religious Holidays............................................... 102
Program Outcomes ................................................ 89 University or Academic Program Withdrawal ...... 102
Licensure ................................................................ 89
Admissions ..................................................... 103
Post-Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy
Nondiscrimination .............................................. 103
Program ............................................................... 90
Misrepresentation .............................................. 103
Technical Standards for Admission, Academic
Multiple Applications.......................................... 103
Promotion and Graduation ................................... 90
Non-U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents ........ 103
Curriculum Overview and Outline ......................... 91
Dual Degree Program .......................................... 103
Course Descriptions ............................................... 91
Procedures for Accepted Students ...................... 103
Graduation Requirements ..................................... 92
Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ............ 105
Academic Policies ............................................. 93
Payment of Tuition and Fees ............................... 105
Academic Progress Committee .............................. 93
Tuition Charges for Extended Pathways to Success
Academic Records, FERPA, Transcripts and
............................................................................. 105
Confidentiality ...................................................... 93
Leave of Absence Implications ............................ 106
Accommodations in Educational Programming Policy
Suspension Implications ...................................... 106
............................................................................ 94
Return of Computer Equipment .......................... 106
Background ............................................................ 94
Financial Aid ....................................................... 106
Retention of Student Documents .......................... 95
Students Receiving Financial Aid ......................... 106
Procedure for Requesting Accommodations ........ 95
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy ................ 107
Reconsideration Requests ..................................... 97
Return of Funds (Title IV Refund) Policy .............. 108
Guidelines for Supporting a Request for
Cancel or Return Loan Proceeds Policy ............... 110
Accommodation .................................................... 97
Loans .................................................................... 110
Previous Accommodations Impact on Future
Scholarships and Loan Repayment Programs...... 110
Accommodations Needs ........................................ 97
Payment of Financial Aid ..................................... 110
Class Rank ............................................................ 98
Grading ................................................................ 98 Campus Resources .......................................... 111
Grading System ...................................................... 98 Bookstore ........................................................... 111
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Cafeteria ............................................................ 111
Center for Teaching and Learning ........................ 111
Child Care Resources........................................... 111
Clubs and Organizations...................................... 111
Continuing Medical Education (CME)................... 111
Employment ....................................................... 112
Faculty Advisor ................................................... 112
ITS Resources ..................................................... 112
Library ................................................................ 112
Multicultural Affairs ........................................... 113
Parking ............................................................... 113
Student Assistance Program................................ 113
Student Counseling Center .................................. 113
Student Government .......................................... 113
Student Handbook .............................................. 113
Student Health Insurance.................................... 114
Student Health Services ...................................... 114
Wellness Center ................................................. 114

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Welcome About Des Moines
University
Des Moines University, a private graduate university of the
health sciences, is pleased to provide this catalog for the
2017-18 academic year. Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is the only private
medical school in Iowa. The institution offers superior
This catalog provides detailed information about the
academics in a collaborative environment. Graduate-level,
University’s degree programs in osteopathic medicine,
professional degree programs are offered in osteopathic
podiatric medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant
medicine, podiatric medicine, physical therapy, physician
studies, health care administration, public health,
assistant studies, health care administration, public health,
biomedical sciences and anatomy.
anatomy and biomedical sciences.
While all of the degree programs outlined in this catalog
represent a distinct regimen of professional and academic
Mission
preparation, you will find within our curricula a common
To improve lives in our global community by educating
focus on treating individuals through personalized,
diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate
compassionate, hands-on care that focuses on preventing
health professionals.
disease, not just treating symptoms.
On a broad scope, the programs also address the needs of Vision
students by providing an ethical framework that considers Des Moines University will be:
the role of health care providers in today’s evolving health
• The leader in innovative health education that
care environment.
promotes lifelong learning
We are committed to providing you with answers to your • A cultivator of distinctive faculty and student
questions and opportunities for your professional success. researchers who discover and disseminate new
You are welcome to contact us for more information about knowledge
any of the degree programs or educational offerings in this • A provider of high-quality patient care and
catalog as you plan your health care career. educational experiences dedicated to improving
health and wellness
Sincerely,
• A policy consultant and resource for those
Angela L. Walker Franklin, Ph.D.
engaged in healthy community transformation
President and CEO, Des Moines University
Values
• Accountability: Taking responsibility for our
About This Catalog
actions and outcomes.
• Collaboration: Establishing cooperative
This catalog provides information about Des Moines relationships and innovative practices to enhance
University for the 2017-18 academic year. The information health education and care.
in this catalog does not constitute a contract between the
• Honesty: Demonstrating the highest standard of
University and the student. The University reserves the
truthful and ethical behavior.
right to make changes in curricula, admission policies and
procedures, tuition and financial aid, academic standards • Inclusiveness: Embracing a culture of diversity
and guidelines, student services and any other statements that accepts and respects the unique
or policies set forth in this catalog, without giving prior characteristics of each individual.
notice. The University also publishes a Student Handbook
• Wellness: Committing to the well-being of the
that serves as a guide to enrolled students. The handbook
mind, body and spirit.
contains more detailed information about the policies,
procedures and organization of the University. Enrolled Mission, Vision and Values
students are advised to refer to each document as needed.
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University Profile programs within the University also have professional
The history of Des Moines University reflects a continuing accreditation within their respective fields as follows:
commitment to teach, to learn and to serve.
• College of Osteopathic Medicine: Commission on
University History Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA), 142 E.
Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611. Telephone
Students in the osteopathic medicine, podiatric medicine,
[phone].
physician assistant and physical therapy programs receive
part of their training on campus through the Des Moines • College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery: Council
University Clinic, which offers primary care and medical on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME), 9312 Old
specialties and serves as a regional referral center. The Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814.
clinic’s multi-specialty, interdisciplinary approach allows Telephone [phone].
physicians to refer patients to a single location for
• Doctor of Physical Therapy program: Commission
diagnostic and therapeutic care of medical ailments not
on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
ordinarily handled in a primary care or outpatient setting.
(CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria,
The 1,500-seat Olsen Education Center is adjacent to the
VA 22314. Telephone [phone].
clinic.
• Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
The University’s commitment to wellness extends beyond
program: Accreditation Review Commission on
educational programs to the delivery of health care.
Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA),
Students and faculty provide free health services and
12000 Findley Road, Suite 150, Johns Creek,
screenings to the community through charity events,
Georgia 30097. Telephone [phone].
sporting events and corporate wellness programs to help
underserved children and families. • Master of Public Health program: Council on
Education for Public Health (CEPH), 1010 Wayne
Des Moines University has educated nearly 17,400 health
Avenue, Suite 220, Silver Spring, MD 20910.
care professionals and will continue to prepare physicians
Telephone [phone].
and allied health personnel for careers in the ever-
changing field of medicine while developing innovative • Master of Health Care Administration program:
programs to serve students and society. Commission for the Accreditation of Healthcare
Management Education (CAHME), 6110 Executive
Governance Boulevard, Suite 614, Rockville, MD 20852.
The DMU Board of Trustees, the legal governing authority, Telephone [phone].
which includes physicians and lay members, has the
University Accreditation
responsibility for the overall control and policy-making of
the University. The Board sets policy for the University in
University-Wide Student
areas of finances, business administration, faculty and
academic programs. The Board performs other duties as
Learning Outcomes
necessary in the oversight of the University and the
formulation of its policies. University-wide student learning outcomes were
developed in 2010 to describe the values or skills that
Board of Trustees
should be demonstrated by all DMU graduates regardless
The University has been a member of the Association of
of program.
Governing Boards of Colleges and Universities since
January 1971. University-Wide Student Learning Outcomes
Accreditation Statement of
Des Moines University is accredited by the Higher Nondiscrimination
Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle St., Suite 7-500,
Des Moines University (“the University”) is committed to
Chicago, IL 60604. Telephone [phone]. Education
maintaining a fair and respectful environment for work,
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study and participation in the life of the University. In its In addition to regulating online programs, several non-
Discrimination and Harassment Prohibition policy, the SARA states require institutions to be authorized by state
University explicitly prohibits any member of the authorities if DMU students will be placed in credit-
University community from harassing or discriminating bearing internships or clinical rotations at a location or
against any employee or student of the University because organization in the state. Consequently, DMU cannot
of that person’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, assure that students will be allowed to select internships
creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual or clinical rotation sites in every state. Program and
orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information clinical affairs coordinators can answer questions for
and other characteristics protected by law (“protected students about any potential limitations.
class”). Incidents of protected class harassment or
Up-to-date information about DMU’s authorization status
discrimination will be met with appropriate disciplinary
can be viewed on the University website.
action, up to and including dismissal or termination of
employment from the University. The University is Additionally, DMU provides information for students
committed to preventing or stopping discrimination or listing the state agencies and contact information where
harassment whenever it may occur at the University or in students can file a complaint against the University.
its sponsored activities.
Questions regarding this statement may be directed to the
Academic Calendar
Chief Compliance Officer and/or Chief Human Resources
Officer.
Des Moines University operates on a continuous, semester-
State Authorization of based calendar.
Academic Calendar
Distance Education

The U.S. Department of Education expects educational

institutions that offer distance or online education
programs to students residing in states other than the
home state of the institution to comply with applicable
regulations in those states. Requirements for educational
institutions vary by state. Many states, including Iowa,
have voluntarily joined together in the State Authorization
Reciprocity Agreement (SARA), which provides
authorization for participating educational institutions to
offer certain activities to residents of other SARA-member
states. Des Moines University (DMU) was approved for
institutional participation in SARA on December 14, 2015.
DMU works directly with non-SARA states to ensure that
any required approvals are secured. Various state
requirements and fees may prohibit DMU from achieving
authorization in every state. In addition, state
requirements and DMU’s approval status may change over
time so prospective students residing outside of Iowa who
are interested in enrolling in DMU’s Master of Public
Health or Master of Health Care Administration programs
should contact Admissions to confirm whether DMU is
authorized to offer online programming in their state.
DMU’s Admissions staff can answer questions about state
authorization.
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College of Osteopathic • The College of Osteopathic Medicine will engage in
and enable research and scholarly activity to
advance the knowledge of health care, osteopathic
Medicine
medicine and in the sciences and technologies that
will shape medicine, science, and education.
Throughout its history, the College of Osteopathic • The College of Osteopathic Medicine will
Medicine (COM) has maintained a tradition of dynamic encourage, enable, and enhance the creation and
growth and academic excellence. Students follow a four- development of graduate medical education, by
year curriculum that prepares them to become osteopathic lending support, education, and resources to
physicians through an integrated program of lectures, further the goal of creating graduate opportunities
laboratories and clinical experiences in the on-campus in osteopathic medicine.
clinic, hospitals and ambulatory care facilities. With a rich
history, the college continues to focus on the future by AOA Code of Ethics
developing outstanding osteopathic physicians to provide The College of Osteopathic Medicine adheres to the AOA
health care to the people of Iowa and the nation. To Code of Ethics which has been designed to guide its
achieve these goals, the educational program will continue member physicians in their professional lives. The
to emphasize a comprehensive approach to patients and complete code may be accessed here.
their health problems. Although the importance of well-

trained primary care osteopathic physicians (family
medicine, internal medicine and pediatrics) is a basic tenet
of the osteopathic medical philosophy, our students also
explore careers in other specialties, such as emergency
medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynecology and
anesthesiology.
College of Osteopathic Medicine
Mission
To improve lives in our global community by educating
diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate
osteopathic physicians, health educators, researchers and
scholars.
Vision
• The College of Osteopathic Medicine will be a
leader in innovative medical education, both
undergraduate and graduate, by meeting the
highest standards of academic and clinical
achievement.
• The College of Osteopathic Medicine will be a
cultivator of distinctive educators and students
who discover, disseminate, and apply new
knowledge.
• The College of Osteopathic Medicine, through
innovative design, will develop
methods/processes to educate our students in the
pursuit of delivering services that enhance health,
wellness and education in our local, national, and
global communities.
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Doctor of Osteopathic 8 semester hours,
Biology/Zoology
with lab
Medicine Program
8 semester hours,
General Chemistry
Osteopathic medicine is a philosophy of health care that with lab
emphasizes the interrelationships of the body’s systems in
4 semester hours,
the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, disease Organic Chemistry
with lab
and injury. The Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) is
trained to use all clinical/scientific modalities to maintain Biochemistry 3 semester hours
and restore the health of patients. Based upon an
8 semester hours,
increasing body of scientific evidence, osteopathic
with lab
medicine emphasizes four main tenets as identified by the
Physics (may substitute 3
American Osteopathic Association:
semester hours of
• The body is a unit; the person is a unit of body, Statistics)
mind, and spirit. English: Comp/Literature/Speech 6 semester hours
• The body is capable of self-regulation, self-healing,
and health maintenance.
Other recommended course work includes cell biology,
• Structure and function are reciprocally microbiology, immunology, genetics, physiology and
interrelated. anatomy. Students must be able to successfully achieve the
instructional goals of the college and pass both written and
• Rational treatment is based upon an
practical examinations in all areas, including clinical
understanding of the basic principles of body
medicine, patient care, osteopathic manual medicine, Basic
unity, self-regulation, and the interrelationship of
Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support
structure and function.
(ACLS). Refer to the technical standards in this section.
The distinctive feature of osteopathic medicine is the
Additional information can be found on the DO Program
recognition of the relationship between structure and
Admissions Requirements website.
function of the body. The osteopathic physician (D.O.) uses
the developed skills of observation, definitive history
Program Application Process
taking, clinical judgment, manual medicine and other
Application to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program
standard diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to
is accepted through the American Association of Colleges
recognize and treat pre-disease and disease states of the
of Osteopathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS),
body. Treatment of the whole patient, rather than the
which is a centralized application service. In addition,
disease process, is the primary consideration.
three letters of recommendation are required to complete
the file prior to review by the Admission Committee.
Program Requirements
Detailed information regarding the process can be found
To be considered for admission, applicants must have a
on the DO program admissions website.
bachelor’s degree or complete the requirements for a
degree before enrollment. The degree must be from a The Admissions Committee will select the most
regionally accredited institution. competitive applicants to participate in an on-
campus interview. Following the interview, the
Applicants must submit entrance exam (e.g., MCAT) scores
Admissions Committee will review applicant files and
during the application process; scores no older than two
interview results to make decisions. Generally, applicants
years are preferred. Required courses must be completed
will receive a response to their application within three
before registration. The minimum grades recommended
weeks of the interview.
for application are a 2.8 cumulative GPA and a 2.8 science
GPA on a 4.0 scale, and at least a “C” in each of the Students wishing to be considered for transfer into the DO
following prerequisite areas: program from another college of medicine (osteopathic or
allopathic) must meet the following criteria:
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• Student must be ranked in the upper 50% of considered for advanced standing credit. Additional
his/her current medical school class. information regarding advanced standing credit can be
reviewed in the Advanced Standing Credit policy.
• Student must submit a supportive letter of
recommendation from the dean of his/her current
Technical Standards for Admission,
medical school stating student is in good academic
standing. Academic Promotion and Graduation
A candidate for the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree
• Student is enrolled in a COCA- or LCME-accredited
must have abilities and skills (referred to as “technical
medical school.
standards”) in seven areas: unimpaired observation;
• Student must have a cogent reason for requesting communication; motor/sensory; strength and mobility;
transfer. visual integration; intellectual, conceptual, integrative and
quantitative; and behavioral and social. The University is
• Student is willing to participate in a personal
committed to complying with the terms of the Americans
interview on our campus at the discretion of the
with Disabilities Act, recognizing that certain minimum
Chair of the Admissions Committee.
technical standards must be present in all students seeking
• The Associate Dean of Academic Curriculum and
a health care degree. Reasonable accommodations will be
Medical Programs and a committee of COM course provided when supported with appropriate
directors will review the applicant’s transcript documentation, but in all cases, candidates and students
and determine where transfer credit will be given must be able to demonstrate performance of these
and what courses will be required for completion standards in a reasonably independent manner.
prior to graduation.
1. Unimpaired Observation: Candidates and students
• Student requesting transfer from other COMs must have sufficient vision to be able to observe and
must have passed COMLEX Level 1 of NBOME (or timely interpret demonstrations, experiments and
USMLE Step 1 if from an allopathic school). laboratory exercises in the basic sciences. They must be
able to observe a patient accurately for purposes of
• Student from an LCME-accredited medical school
diagnosis and clinical care.
must meet all DMU-COM OMM requirements prior
to graduation. 2. Communication: Candidates and students must be
able to speak, hear, observe, read and understand the
• Student must be enrolled at DMU a minimum of
English language in order to elicit information; examine
two years and meet all graduation requirements
patients; describe changes in mood, activity, and posture;
of the Student Handbook.
and perceive nonverbal communications. They must be
• Student has not been convicted of a felony or able to communicate effectively and respectfully with
found guilty of professional or moral misconduct. patients. Communication includes not only speech but also
reading and writing. Candidate and students must also be
• Student must complete a criminal background
able to communicate effectively and efficiently in oral and
check and drug screen.
written form with all members of the health care team.
Additional information regarding transfer admission can
3. Motor/sensory: Candidates and students must have
be reviewed on the website.
sufficient motor and tactile function to execute movements
Students who have completed coursework in the Master of
reasonably required to perform basic laboratory tests,
Health Care Administration (MHA), Master of Public Health
perform physical examinations, and provide clinical care,
(MPH), Master of Science in Anatomy (MSA) or Master of
including emergency treatment to patients. Such actions
Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) program and are
may include but are not limited to palpation, auscultation
accepted into the DO program may petition to receive
and percussion, and require coordination of both gross
advanced standing for courses completed in the initial
and fine muscular movements, equilibrium and functional
program. A maximum of 12.0 advanced standing credit
use of the senses of touch and vision. Candidates and
hours can be requested. Courses must have been
students must be willing and able to touch and examine
completed within the last two years and students must
members of all genders.
have earned a minimum of a “B” grade in order to be
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