The University of Iowa Department of Surgery is proud to be recognized for excellence across multiple specialized areas.
Our Level I Trauma Center and Pediatric Trauma Center provide top-tier care for critically injured patients, ensuring optimal outcomes. Our Burn Treatment Center, verified by the American Burn Association and American College of Surgeons, is the only one in Iowa, treating over 800 patients annually. Our Bariatric Surgery Center continues to lead with exceptional clinical results, while the Breast Health Center is accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, further showcasing our commitment to comprehensive, high-quality care.
Level I Trauma Center
University of Iowa Health Care has once again been verified as a Level I Trauma Center and as a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center. This achievement recognizes the trauma center's dedication to providing optimal care for injured patients. Verified trauma centers must meet the essential criteria that ensure trauma care capability and institutional performance.
Verified Burn Treatment Center
Based on a rigorous review, the American College of Surgeons and the American Burn Association--two national organizations--jointly identified the UI Hospitals and Clinics Burn Treatment Center as a verified burn care center for high-quality care, making us the only verified burn center in Iowa (2006). We are one of only 40 to 45 burn centers in the United States that is officially verified by the American Burn Association and the American College of Surgeons. The center treats more than 800 adult and pediatric burn and trauma patients each year.
Bariatric Surgery Center
UI Obesity Surgery is an internationally respected program that has received several designations that underscore the program's demonstrated track record of outstanding clinical outcomes and comprehensive commitment to the highest level of bariatric care.
Accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers
University of Iowa Health Care Breast Health Center is accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers.