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DOC DASH 5K

Doc Dash is an annual 5K race that has been a tradition of the Carver College of Medicine since 1989. The event welcomes not only seasoned runners but also joggers, walkers, and young children. Recently, we have begun partnering with physical therapy students to support adaptive participants who may use equipment or require assistance to complete the course. Beginning at the medical campus, participants travel the course through nearby neighborhoods and the river trail before looping back to the finish line. Prior to the main event, a shorter event for young children (dubbed ‘Docling Dash’) takes place in the courtyard of the Medical Education and Research Facility (MERF).


Proceeds are donated to the Iowa City Free Medical and Dental Clinic and the University of Iowa Mobile Clinic. These Iowa City organizations provide services to underserved populations that are uninsured or under-insured. These clinics draw many of their volunteers from the College of Medicine and students of other healthcare disciplines, including the Colleges of Physical Therapy and Pharmacy, to aid in the training of future healthcare professionals. Your participation and support benefit not only Iowa City but the future of healthcare in the state of Iowa and beyond.

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DOC DASH 5K

This is the main 5k event for runners, walkers, and adaptive participants. The adaptive division welcomes any participant with a physical, intellectual, or visual impairment that impacts the participant’s ability to ambulate and/or participate in the activity of walking/running. **Registrations after April 1st will NOT receive a t-shirt

  1. $40.00
    Dec 31 - May 3
    Register for DOC DASH 5K

DOC DASH 5K STUDENT

  1. $20.00

    Includes all K-12, college and graduate students

    Dec 31 - May 3
    Register for DOC DASH 5K STUDENT

DOCLING DASH

This is a variable-lap race taking place in MERF courtyard (recommended for participants aged 10 or younger). Medals will be given to the kids as they cross the finish line on their last lap. The Doc Dash Team has tentatively reserved Herky for Docling Dash. Parents are welcome to grab photos of their children with Herky.

  1. FREE
    Dec 31 - May 3
    Register for DOCLING DASH

Contact information

Event contact
Event Organizer
Email
studorg-docdash@uiowa.edu

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