Health Care

University of Iowa seeks $3.6 million in state appropriations to address physician shortage
The University of Iowa is asking lawmakers for $3.6 million in new state appropriations to expand rural physician training, a request discussed during the Iowa Board of Regents meeting Sept. 18. By 2036, the U.S. is projected to face a…
Robotic surgery program hits 10,000th procedure milestone
The Perioperative Robotics Program at UI Health Care recently marked a milestone with its 10,000th…

CBJ Newsmakers: New Steindler clinic eyes 2025 completion
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…

UI Health Care rebrands, Mercy Iowa City to be renamed
Mercy Iowa City will be shedding its name and religious affiliation in early 2024, following…

Mercy Cedar Rapids among U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals for Maternity Care for 2024
U.S. News & World Report has named Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids as a…

St. Luke’s Hospital opens Spinal Cord Injury Clinic
St. Luke’s Hospital Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) has opened a Spinal Cord Injury Clinic…

Linn County Mental Health Access Center now open 24/7
Adults who are experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis can now receive services…
UnityPoint hosting signing day for future health care staff
In collaboration with Kirkwood Community College, UnityPoint Health will host a signing day event for…

UI study uncovers key findings in Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy
According to a news release from the University of Iowa, recent findings from a study…

Cedar Rapids dementia forum advances plan to improve life for patients, families
Health care professionals, community advocates, caregivers and individuals living with dementia will gather for the…

UIHC to open two urgent care clinics in the Quad Cities
University of Iowa Health Care (UIHC) has announced plans to open two urgent care clinics…

Corneal injury project wins top prize in Innovation Challenge Awards
A project that treats corneal injuries won a $20,000 grand prize at the University of…

Northwestern Mutual promises $500k to Stead Family Children’s Hospital
Northwestern Mutual Eastern Iowa has made a new $500,000 promise to the University of Iowa…
UIHC names Bradley Haws as CEO, associate vice president of UI Healthcare
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics have named Bradley Haws as CEO and associate vice…

Mercy Iowa City sale to University of Iowa approved
University of Iowa’s acquisition of Mercy Iowa City was approved by bankruptcy court on Monday,…

Together in Song Chorus to perform classic film favorites
The Together in Song Chorus, sponsored by The Family Caregivers Center of Mercy, will perform…





