Des Moines University & Mercy College Partnership

A groundbreaking partnership between Des Moines ⁢University (DMU)‌ and Mercy College of Health Sciences⁣ is opening doors for aspiring healthcare professionals in Iowa. The⁢ collaboration will provide Mercy students with a streamlined pathway to DMU’s advanced health sciences programs, including Doctor of osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, Doctor of ⁣Physical Therapy, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Master of ⁤Biomedical Sciences, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, Master of Health Care Administration, Master of Public Health, Master of Science in Anatomy and Interdisciplinary Ph.D. in⁣ Biomedical Sciences.

Mercy‌ students who ⁣meet established academic benchmarks will receive prioritized consideration during the interview process for these programs. This initiative, championed ⁣by DMU President and CEO Angela ‍L. Walker Franklin,aims to strengthen the healthcare ⁣workforce in Iowa. “This ⁢partnership builds a bridge for motivated ⁢students who want to advance their health‌ care education,” Franklin stated.”By⁤ working with ⁤Mercy college of Health Sciences, we are helping shape a stronger health care⁣ workforce for Iowa.”

The collaboration ⁣represents a important step towards increasing access to high-quality healthcare education ⁣and ensuring a robust ⁢pipeline of skilled ​professionals to meet the growing needs⁢ of the state.