Delivering the best possible outcomes for children requires more than surgical expertise. It also depends on continuously evaluating results, identifying opportunities for improvement, and using data to guide better care.

Through a partnership with the Iowa Community HUB, University of Iowa Health Care's Level 1 Trauma Center will help bring proven falls prevention programs to more communities across Iowa.

Dr. Rehan Zahid is helping expand access to specialized brachial plexus and peripheral nerve care at UI Health Care. Through expert diagnosis, individualized treatment, and a vision for a multidisciplinary nerve care program, he is improving care options for patients with complex nerve injuries across Iowa and the Midwest.

Fire Prevention Week Spotlight: The University of Iowa Health Care Burn Treatment Center is encouraging Iowans to practice safe lithium-ion battery charging habits to help prevent fires and burn injuries. Burn Center Director Samuel W. Jones, MD, FACS, says simple precautions such as using approved chargers, replacing damaged batteries, and monitoring devices while charging can help keep individuals and families safe.

Through initiatives like the Iowa Cancer Affiliate Network and Commission on Cancer, Ingrid Lizarraga, MBBS, FACS, is helping improve the quality of cancer care across Iowa communities.

Iowa plastic surgery alumna Tathyana Fensterer, MD, PHD reflects on her training at Iowa and discusses her new role as Medical Director of Plastic Surgery at Indiana University Bloomington.

The University of Iowa Department of Surgery gathered at the beginning of September for its annual State of the Department Town Hall, where Chair Dr. Vikas Dudeja reflected on the department's accomplishments over the past year and outlined a vision for continued growth in patient care, research, and education.

Several University of Iowa Department of Surgery providers have been recognized with 2026 Patient's Choice Awards, earning placement among the top 10% of providers nationally for patient experience based on patient survey feedback. The awards recognize providers who consistently demonstrate excellence in communication, patient-centered care, and the overall patient experience.