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Global Health Programs at Des Moines University DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Chris Catrenich EMAIL [email protected] PHONE 515-271-1425 The Global Health Programs at Des Moines University provide students, faculty, alumni, and others an opportunity to gain real-world experience in international medicine. Des Moines University's international experiences provide a breadth of cultural, social, political, and clinical experiences that are not available within the United States. Through its partnerships with the Heartland Global Health Consortium, the Global Health Programs hosts an annual global health conference for students, professors, and others in central Iowa to engage with health on an international level. OFFICE ADDRESS 3200 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50312 TYPE OF WORK International, Educational/School COUNTIES Polk Page | 254 HOW TO HELP Individuals and organizations interested in global health issues should contact the Global Health Programs at Des Moines University to explore opportunities for collaboration. Students and professors at colleges and universities in central Iowa are especially encouraged to attend the annual Heartland Global Health Conference, which takes place every year in October.