David Connett

David Connett, D.O., serves as Dean of the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Des Moines University, holding a professorial faculty position with leadership responsibilities across academic and administrative functions.

Education:

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) from Western University of Health Sciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
• Bachelor's degree from California State University

Professional Focus: Dr. Connett's work centers on advancing osteopathic medical education through institutional leadership, curriculum development, and integration of clinical family medicine practices. His role emphasizes physician-scientist training models and osteopathic manipulative treatment pedagogy within academic medicine.

Professional Recognition:

• Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (Distinguished)

As Dean, Dr. Connett oversees faculty appointments, accreditation compliance, and strategic initiatives for medical student training while maintaining clinical practice standards. His administrative leadership directly shapes residency program development and interprofessional education frameworks across the university's health sciences divisions.