MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) — Avera Queen of Peace is pleased to welcome two medical students from Des Moines University (DMU) Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program. During the 2026-27 academic year, the medical students will begin their third-year clinical rotations at Avera Queen of Peace regional facilities.
DMU medical students Emilee Foix and Alisa Pairmore will start on August 3. They will transition from classroom learning to full-time patient care, working alongside experienced medical teams. The intent is to provide a broad exposure to patient populations, clinical settings and medical specialties.
Medical students are required to follow a full curriculum including a rotation with a DO preceptor, two or more rotations in an inpatient setting, one rotation with a resident physician and 40 weeks of clinical rotation in primary care and subspecialties…