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2023
Thursday, November 30th
12:15 PM

A novel vasorelaxing peptide derived from the G Protein-coupled Estrogen Receptor 1

Marcos Gonzalez, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Sarah Clayton, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jennifer Giles, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Daniel T. Christian, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Eric Wauson, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Quang-Kim Tran, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Artichoke: An Artist to Choke Cervical Cancer by Downregulation of Cyclin D and Bcl-2

William F. Chadwick, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Tianyun Guan, Nanhua University
Paris M. Fang, University of Missouri
Christian Nelson, University of Missouri
Trent Mayberry, University of Missouri
Braydon Cowan, University of Missouri
Mark R. Wakefield, University of Missouri
Lijun Dong, Nanhua University
Yujiang Fang, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Changes In Metabotropic Glutamate Receptor Trafficking During Protracted Ethanol Withdrawal

Sarah Mainya, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jennifer Giles, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Daniel T. Christian, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Components of calcium signaling in autophagy

Jennifer Giles, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Abel Ferow, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Quang-Kim Tran, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Estrogen influences voluntary wheel running behavior in female rats

Victoria Mathis, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Merna Mohamed, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Kristin Tefft, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Sarah Clayton, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
LiLian Yuan, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Exploring the expression of the oncogenes KIT, KRAS, and NRAS as potential targets in testicular cancer therapy.

Alec Jackson, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Elitsa Ananieva, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Exploring variability in stress-induced persistent physical activity: an examination of individual and sex differences

Merna Mohamed, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Victoria Mathis, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Trevor Buhr, Iowa State University
Carter Reed, Iowa State University
Kristin Tefft, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Peter Clark, Iowa State University
Sarah Clayton, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
LiLian Yuan, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Fennel constrains growth of pancreatic cancer by inhibition of proliferation and promotion of apoptosis

Rex Perry, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Trent Mayberry, University of Missouri
Braydon Cowan, University of Missouri
Nathan Haines, University of Missouri
Qian Bai, University of Missouri
Mark R. Wakefield, University of Missouri
Yujiang Fang, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Glutamate receptor dysregulation during protracted withdrawal from intermittent ethanol vapor in rats

Daniel T. Christian, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Identify loci, genes, and DNA regions associated between Eating Speed and DNA Hydroxymethylation: A Scoping Review

Bruce Hsieh, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jun Dai, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Involvement of APL-1 in Manganese-induced toxicity in Caenorhabditis elegans and possible mitigation using Iron Chelators

Jung Li, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Michael Aschner, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Airton C. Martins, Albert Einstein College of Medicine

E4118

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Isolation and characterization of three bacteriophages targeting Acinetobacter baumannii AB5075

Tenly Hansen, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Carolyn Moore, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Michael Carruthers, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Dynamic Duo for Cardiorenal Risk?

Michaela Nelsen, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Noah Marcus, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Saquinavir Increases Phosphorylated Eukaryotic Elongation Factor 2 (peEF2) at the Anal Transition Zone in Transgenic Mice

G. Bartelt, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
L. C. Gunder, University of Wisconsin - Madison
S. Haggerty, University of Wisconsin - Madison
E. Yao, University of Wisconsin - Madison
T. H. Moyer, University of Wisconsin - Madison
H. Johnson, University of Wisconsin - Madison
K. Smith, McArdle Laboratory for Cancer Research
N. Sherer, McArdle Laboratory for Cancer Research
E. H. Carchman, University of Wisconsin - Madison

E4110

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

St. John Wort sensitizes bronchial epithelial cells to radiotherapy by upregulation of P21 and BAX

Benjamin King, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Lei Zhao, Anhui Medical University
Tej Patel, University of Missouri
Ben Zeh, University of Missouri
Braydon Cowan, University of Missouri
Trent Mayberry, University of Missouri
Qian Bai, University of Missouri
Mark R. Wakefield, University of Missouri
Yujiang Fang, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

THC supplementation results in weight loss and sex-dependent gut microbiota changes

Avi Kaye, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Matthew Rusling, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Ken Mackie, Indiana University - Bloomington
LiLian Yuan, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

The Green Magic Vegetable Spinach Turns on Green for Cervical Cancer Treatment

Kesiya Johnson, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Tianyun Guan, Nanhua University
Trent Mayberry, University of Missouri
Braydon Cowan, University of Missouri
Luke Smith, University of Missouri
Qian Bai, University of Missouri
Mark R. Wakefield, University of Missouri
Lijun Dong, Nanhua University
Yujiang Fang, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

The gut microbiome and its role in influencing running behavior in male rats

Anisha Karim, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Matthew Rusling, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Victoria Mathis, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Avi Kaye, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
LiLian Yuan, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

12:15 PM

Wild Jujube, A Welcomed Possibility for Pancreatic Cancer Treatment

Cole Formslag, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Trent Mayberry, University of Missouri
Samuel Rogers, University of Missouri
Braydon Cowan, University of Missouri
Harrison Luechtefeld, University of Missouri
Caleb Miller, University of Missouri
Qian Bai, University of Missouri
Mark R. Wakefield, University of Missouri
Yujiang Fang, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

12:15 PM - 12:55 PM

1:05 PM

A new look at the dynamic measurement of foot arch stiffness during gait

Zachary Katzman, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Robert Yoho, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Vassilios Vardaxis, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Addressing the gap: didactics on health care disparities by medical students in their Internal Medicine core rotation

Daniela Frankova, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Teresa Aoki, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Aloe vera: Could the popular soothing plant have a role in the treatment of colon cancer?

Jayne Phippen-Hunt, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Benjamin King, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Benjamin Ptasienski, University of Missouri
Nathan Eastin, University of Missouri
Trent Mayberry, University of Missouri
Braydon Cowan, University of Missouri
Sarah Matusofsky, University of Missouri
Justin Murray, University of Missouri
Ellie Monnette, University of Missouri
Qian Bai, University of Missouri
Mark R. Wakefield, University of Missouri
Yujiang Fang, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Asymmetry in bilateral scapulothoracic motion and scapular dyskinesis

Isaac Burton, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jordan Bone, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jacob Seely, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Traci Bush, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Vassilios Vardaxis, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Chronic Intermittent Hypoxia Conditioning Augments Decrements in Renal Microcirculatory Perfusion During Asphyxia

Michael Peter, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Michaela Nelsen, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Aubrey F. Highum, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Kiefer W. Kious, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Rodrigo Del Rio, Iowa State University
James A. Lang
Sarah Clayton, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Noah Marcus, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Chronic kidney disease is accompanied by behavioral deficits in rodents

Kristin Tefft, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Francesca Di Sole, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Victor Babich, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Vanja Duric, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Evaluation of an Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Workshop at Des Moines University

Kevin Z. Qi, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Peter Ma, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Thomas Benzoni, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Clint Hawthorne, UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, IA
Todd Sexton, UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, IA
Karin Howe, MercyOne - Des Moines, IA
Kevin A. Carnevale, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

“Even I can do AI!” Some examples of machine learning in aiding medical education and clinical practice.

Matthew Brooke, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Daniela Frankova, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Teresa Aoki, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Julie Ronnebaum, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Marc Wachtfogel, Des Moines University
Leslie Wimsatt, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Ariel Gubatina, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Donald Matz, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Muhammad A. Spocter, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Learning goals, outcomes, and impactful course elements in diversity, equity, and inclusion education: A mixed methods analysis

Abigail M. Eastman, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Brianna A. Desharnais, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Julia Van Liew, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Mixed methods analysis of diversity and equity education: Perspectives from third year medical students

Brianna A. Desharnais, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Abigail M. Eastman, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Julia Van Liew, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Targeting branched-chain amino acid metabolism for the treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia

Maxwell Swain, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Elitsa Ananieva, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

The effects of protein and carbohydrate supplementation, with and without creatine, on occupational performance in firefighters

Kaia Elstad, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Conley Malone, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Joel Luedke, Mayo Clinic Health System
Salvador J. Jaime, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Ward C. Dobbs, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Thomas Almonroeder, Trine University
Chad M. Kerksick, Lindenwood University
Adam Markert, La Crosse Fire Department
Andrew R. Jagim, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

E4110

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

The influence of psychiatry clerkship’s setting and nature on students’ attitudes and empathy towards patients with mental illness

Leana Frankul, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Chunfa Jie, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Julia R. Van Liew, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

The relationship of cervical range of motion and movement control with temporomandibular dysfunction: A pilot study

Blake Coughenour, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Tracy Porter, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Shannon M. Petersen, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Ultrasound education at Des Moines University

Hirali Kadakia, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Kevin Carnevale, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
John Fell, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Use of hormonal contraception and risk of ACL injury in women

Avery Voehl, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Maria Barnes, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

1:05 PM

Wild Jujube suppresses growth of bronchial epithelial cells and upregulates PDL1 and OX40L

Rhea Shrivastava, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Lei Zhao, Anhui Medical University
Braydon Cowan, University of Missouri
Trent Mayberry, University of Missouri
Nathan Heines, University of Missouri
Weston Krenn, University of Missouri
Mark R. Wakefield, University of Missouri
Yongsheng Wang, Anhui Medical University
Yujiang Fang, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

1:05 PM - 1:45 PM

2:00 PM

A loss of branched-chain aminotransferase (BCAT) enzyme function enhances T regulatory cell lineage commitment

Tanner Wetzel, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Elitsa Ananieva, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4117 and E4119

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

2:00 PM

Biallelic Optic Atrophy (OPA1) Related Disorder – Case Report and Literature Review

Jia Ern Ong, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Bayan Al Othman, University of Rochester
Alina Dumitrescu, University of Iowa

E4117 and E4119

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

2:00 PM

Blood pressure cuff size accessibility for larger-bodied patients in physical therapy settings

Kaylee Gerdts, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Shannon M. Petersen, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4117 and E4119

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

2:00 PM

Leveraging virtual containers for high-powered, collaborative AI research in radiology

Lucas Aronson, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
John Garrett, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Andrew L. Wentland, University of Wisconsin - Madison

E4117 and E4119

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

2:00 PM

Neck pain associated with headaches attributed to rhinosinusitis: an observational study

Shannon M. Petersen, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
B O'Halloran, St. Joseph's Univeristy
B Swanson, University of Hartford
A Luth, Select Physical Therapy
K Learman, Youngstown State University

E4117 and E4119

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

2:00 PM

Race and poverty as confounders for increased antihypertensives in NHANES 2013-2020 respondents

Jonathan Kertich, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jesse Chan, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Isabella Dunt, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Brian Dankle, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Maria Barnes, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4117 and E4119

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

3:00 PM

3D segmentation of the brain of the domestic goat (Capra hircus domestica): Comparative white matter, grey matter, and subcortical volumes

Nathan Albanito, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Nathan E. Garner, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Eric W. Rowe, Iowa State University
Cheuk C. Tang, ICAHN School of Medicine
Muhammad A. Spocter, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

A description of the hindlimb of Miracinonyx trumani with implications for its ecological niche

Anthony Hotchner, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Julie Meachen, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Allograft reconstruction of a chronic tibialis anterior rupture

Maria Pattschull, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jade Moravec, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Kaarin Querna, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jared Eddy, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Sean T. Grambart, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Anatomical study of the anterolateral ligament of the knee: prevalence in embalmed cadavers

Leif Ericksen, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Donald Matz, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Assessing the reliability of kerf floor shapes in predicting saw types for use in forensic dismemberment cases

Ann L. Braverman, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Meghan M. Gast, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Heather Garvin, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Bimalleolar equivalent ankle fracture joint contact: Comparison of two stabilization methods.

Reed Smith
John Egdorf
Gabriel Roberts, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Tyler Terhune, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Sean T. Grambart, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Challenges in Project Development for Adolescent Sports-Related Concussion Baseline Testing

Michael VanMeel, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Sam Pinkowski, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Riley Anderson, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Lauren Mach, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Catherine Stevermer, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Comparing CT scout and simulated radiographs on reliability of frontal sinus measurement

Sydney Gates, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Lauren Butaric, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Diffusion Tensor Imaging of the Carnivora Brain: A Pilot Study

Kevin X. Nguyen, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Cheuk C. Tang, ICAHN School of Medicine
Chet C. Sherwood, George Washington University
Paul R. Manger, University of Witwatersrand
Muhammad A. Spocter, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Exploratory analysis of the neuropil space in the somatomotor, visual and cingulate cortex of the extinct Tasmanian tiger (Thylacine cynocephlus)

Rachna Sahasrabudhe, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Paul R. Manger, University of Witwatersrand
Chet C. Sherwood, George Washington University
Muhammad A. Spocter, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Reveals Increased Force Used by the Forelimbs in the Sabertoot Cat, Smilodon fatalis

Lindsay A. Mahaney, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Julie Meachen, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Z. Jack Tseng, University of California - Berkeley
Emily Bogner, University of California - Berkeley

E4118

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Frontal bone shape and sinus size across US based populations.

Colton Dee, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Lauren Butaric, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Incidence and characteristics of concomitant bacterial infection in ED patients admitted to the hospital with a positive viral target on FilmArray Respiratory panel

Madeline W. Stesney, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Michael Dennis, UnityPoint Health Internal Medicine, Des Moines, IA
Jonathan Hurdelbrink, UnityPoint Health Department of Research, Des Moines, IA
Akshay Khatri, UnityPoint Health Infectious Disease, Des Moines, IA
Nick Kluesner, UnityPoint Health Emergency Medicine, Des Moines, IA
Sudhir Kumar, UnityPoint Health Infectious Disease, Des Moines, IA
Hayden Smith, UnityPoint Health Department of Research, Des Moines, IA
Matt Trump, UnityPoint Health Pulmonology/ICU, Des Moines, IA
Mikayla Welch, UnityPoint Health Internal Medicine, Des Moines, IA
Clint Hawthorne, UnityPoint Health - Des Moines, IA

E4110

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Opioid use and naloxone prescribing upon discharge in a metropolitan health system

Collin Havel, Drake University
Olivia Lehman, MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center
Andrew Kjos, MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center
Lynn Kassel, Drake University

E4110

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Quantitative analysis of the Kudu brain (Tragelaphus strepsiceros)

Lena Yu, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Tate Vernon, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
Mark Haagensen, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
Paul R. Manger, University of Witwatersrand
Muhammad A. Spocter, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Reliability of a New Foot Arch Muscle Performance Test

Benjamin Kytta, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Karli Epstein, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Shane McClinton, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Systemic reaction to calcium phosphate after retrograde repair of a osteochodral lesion of the talus

Kaleb Harris, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
John Albert, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Katie Jang, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Lauren Juell, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Sean T. Grambart, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Using machine learning to quantify the cellular and vascular subcomponents of the neuropil space in five regions of the crocodilian brain.

Susan Xia, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Chet C. Sherwood, George Washington University
Brendon K. Billings, University of Witwatersrand
Paul R. Manger, University of Witwatersrand
Muhammad A. Spocter, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Using machine learning to segment and quantify the neuropil space in the brain of the North American beaver (Castor canadensis)

Juliana Bourne, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
David Cain, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Kathleen Bitterman, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Muhammad A. Spocter, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:00 PM

Validating the Osteoid web tool for skeletal species identification

Sidney Steiner, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Heather Garvin-Elling, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

3:50 PM

A rare presentation of Charcot neuroarthropathy: ipsilateral recurrence in the presence of end-stage renal disease

Meghann Chlebowski, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
AJ Rifai, Loyola University Medical Center
Ashley Dikis, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

An exploratory literature review of DNA methylation related to a rapid eating rate

Sithara Sunny, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jun Dai, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Association between state ICU bed utilization and income-based equality rankings during the 2020 COVID-19 surge

Austin J. Teel, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Nathan T. Givens, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Tushar D. Sharma, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Tanner J. Kirchberg, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Chunfa Jie, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Wayne Wilson, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Association of eating speed and rate with adult obesity: an exploratory review

Judith Njoroge, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jun Dai, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Biosimilar insulin glargine utilization in Medicaid: How interchangeability and other policy factors affect variation across states

Kaitlyn Hanson, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Joshua Devine, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Dooyoung Lim, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Comparing soft versus bony upper airway dimensions between populations of different climates

Jason D. Crumb, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Lauren Butaric, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Todd Yokley, Metropolitan State University of Denver

E4118

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Effects of public health measures on the spread of COVID-19

Sohail Sethi, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Simon Geletta, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Formation of asymptomatic intraabdominal and intrafascial heterotopic ossificans following repeated abdominal surgeries: Case report

Guriqbal Bhullar, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Hutton White, Ascension Genesys Hospital - Grand Blanc, Michigan

E4110

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Functional outcomes after reverse shoulder arthroplasty. A systematic review comparing anterosuperior and deltopectoral surgical approaches.

Daniel Gramer, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Zachary Ludwig, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Vassilios Vardaxis, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Incidence of floating toe with Weil osteotomy: A systematic review

Talem Franco, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
John Albert, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Micheal Freeland, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Audrey Wilhelm, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Alana Parkey, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Sean T. Grambart, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Non-Hispanic Black women face staggering hypertension rates and ineffective treatment Outcomes

Chelsea Cuervo-Fernandez, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Maria Barnes, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Oncogenes MYC, MAX, and MNT upregulate branched chain amino acid metabolism in peripheral T cell lymphoma

Taha Khan, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Elitsa Ananieva, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Pathology Teaching Methods in Different Curricula in Undergraduate Medical Education: A Pilot Study

Teymour H. Sadrieh, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Ritcha Saxena, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Kevin A. Carnevale, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Protocol for Retrospective Analysis of Baseline Concussion Testing Records

Riley Anderson, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Sam Pinkowski, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Michael VanMeel, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Lauren Mach, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Catherine Stevermer, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Second screw optimal compression of the posterior facet with subtalar joint arthrodesis: A comparison of two different screw placements

John Egdorf
Reed Smith
Gabriel Roberts, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jordan Courter, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Sean T. Grambart, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Sex Differences in Obesity- and Aging-Mediated Increase of Body Weight and Blood Pressure.

Jung Li, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Victor Babich, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Maria Barnes, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Francesca Di Sole, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Survey of Physician Assistant Curriculum in Ultrasound at Des Moines University

Kevin Z. Qi, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Holland Taylor, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Peter Ma, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Thomas Benzoni, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
John Fell, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Donald Matz, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Sarah Clayton, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Kevin A. Carnevale, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Symptom recovery time under the ocular domain for concussion: a systematic review

Cody Brunclik, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Jillian Jones, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4110

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

Temporary bilateral central scotoma under scotopic conditions associated with oral Semaglutide

Sabrina Chu, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Peter Bracha, Wolfe Eye Clinic - West Des Moines, Iowa
William Johnson, Wolfe Eye Clinic - West Des Moines, Iowa
James Davison, Wolfe Eye Clinic - West Des Moines, Iowa

E4110

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM

3:50 PM

The recent sudden decline in female adolescent mental health

Emily Nadolski, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences
Tami Swenson, Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences

E4118

3:50 PM - 4:30 PM