Private, public universities develop medical science doctoral programs

By: Brooklyn Draisey

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: September 21, 2026

Words: 353

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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Des Moines University is now accepting outside applications for the state’s first Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) degree, and the University of Iowa will soon be joining the ranks with its own program.

The private medical university announced in a news release applications are open to the program for those who have already completed a master’s-level physician’s assistant program.

“The DMSc program provides PAs with an opportunity to build on their professional expertise while developing …

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