University of Iowa Health Care has reached an important milestone in its long-term efforts to improve emergency care access for patients of all ages: a new pediatric emergency space is now open within the emergency department at university campus at 200 Hawkins Drive in Iowa City.

UI Health Care has launched a new cardiogenic shock code–a rapid-response plan that activates when a patient shows early signs of cardiogenic shock. The code is designed to streamline and standardize care for patients, similar to existing protocols such as “Code STEMI” and “Code Stroke.”

When James Hall turned 10 months old, chronic ear infections led his family to a local specialist, where a CT scan detected a mass in the left temporal lobe of his brain. Additional tests revealed a second tumor at the back of James’ skull.

Starting in September, University of Iowa Health Care will be providing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and dedicated ECMO specialists through AirCare emergency transport. The new partnership strengthens the life support options available for severe heart and lung failure patients across Iowa and neighboring states.

A minimally invasive therapy, available in Iowa only at UI Health Care, offers a treatment option for pancreatic cancer patients for whom surgery is not possible. The NanoKnife, technically known as irreversible electroporation (IRE), uses electrical pulses to destroy cancer cells within tumors that can’t be removed by traditional surgery.

At just 6 years old, Nolan Stevenson’s life changed in an instant.

Pediatric clinic visits aren’t usually chaotic, but when Jakori Johnson, DeShawn Eddy, and their families found themselves scheduled for clinical follow-up visits at the same time recently, the day was suddenly overwhelming.

When care is complex, the strength of a team can make all the difference.

As a certified pharmacy technician, Molly Walter, CPhT, regularly helps University of Iowa Health Care patients navigate the complexities of specialty medications. She provides support for prior authorizations and copay assistance, and is a helpful resource for her aging patients, especially with Medicare. In June, Walter was recognized as Pharmacy Technician of the Year by the Iowa…

Our 2025 Kid Captains, their families, and fans kicked off the start of the upcoming Iowa football season during Kids' Day, held Saturday, Aug. 9. The annual event, hosted by the Iowa Hawkeye football team in partnership with UI Health Care Stead Family Children's Hospital, provided an opportunity for Kid Captains and loved ones to get a behind-the-scenes tour of Kinnick Stadium and a chance to…