Broadlawns Medical Center

Broadlawns Medical Center Broadlawns Medical Center is Polk County’s community hospital, providing accessible, high-quality care to everyone who enters through our doors.

With comprehensive services and training programs, we’re committed to a healthier community. At Broadlawns Medical Center, our staff of 110 physicians and over 1,300 employees strive to provide high quality healthcare that is coordinated, compassionate, and cost-effective. Established as the Polk County hospital in 1924, Broadlawns has a patient-centered culture that is comprehensive, team-based, coordinated, and focused on quality. This approach delivers positive results on many levels: better outcomes, happier and healthier patients, lower costs, and a place where physicians and employees choose to work. Our primary focus is your health, and it is our privilege to attend to the healthcare needs of our community.

The Broadlawns Quality team recently volunteered at Central Iowa Shelter & Services. During their shift, the team helped...
03/09/2026

The Broadlawns Quality team recently volunteered at Central Iowa Shelter & Services.

During their shift, the team helped prep, serve, and clean up a meal as part of the shelter’s Serve a Meal program, which relies on volunteers to help provide daily meals for individuals in our community.

Access to stable meals, shelter, and support services plays an important role in the overall health of a community. Organizations like Central Iowa Shelter & Services are part of that broader network of care.

We appreciate these team members for sharing their time in support of this important community resource.

Together a healthy community.

Hours for services located at the Polk County Life Services Center will resume to normal today, Monday, March 9. • Behav...
03/09/2026

Hours for services located at the Polk County Life Services Center will resume to normal today, Monday, March 9.

• Behavioral Health Urgent Care
Monday — Friday | 9:00 AM — 4:30 PM
Saturday | 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM

• Crisis Observation Center
Open for 24/7 operations

Last week, Dr. Monique Rodriguez from the Broadlawns Foot & Ankle Clinic attended a Drake men’s basketball game. For at...
03/08/2026

Last week, Dr. Monique Rodriguez from the Broadlawns Foot & Ankle Clinic attended a Drake men’s basketball game.

For athletes and fans alike, staying active often starts with healthy feet and ankles. Our Foot & Ankle Clinic provides care for everything — from sports injuries and chronic foot pain to more complex surgical needs.

Learn more about the Foot and Ankle Clinic: https://bit.ly/3OOYjHX

Don’t forget: Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow. Set your clocks one hour ahead tonight before going to bed.
03/07/2026

Don’t forget: Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow.
Set your clocks one hour ahead tonight before going to bed.

Today is National Dentist Day. We’re recognizing the dentists who help care for the oral health of our community every d...
03/06/2026

Today is National Dentist Day. We’re recognizing the dentists who help care for the oral health of our community every day. Our dental team provides a range of services for both children and adults, from routine cleanings to root canals and urgent dental care.

Pictured here are Dr. Hayley Harvey and Dr. Grace Metts.

Schedule an appointment with our dental team: https://bit.ly/3Zdo9Y2

This week is Dental Assistants Recognition Week, and we’re recognizing the important role dental assistants play in pati...
03/05/2026

This week is Dental Assistants Recognition Week, and we’re recognizing the important role dental assistants play in patient care.

Dental assistants support patients throughout their visit—from preparing procedures to providing guidance on oral hygiene. They also keep clinics running smoothly by coordinating appointments and following up with patients.

Thank you to the dental assistants who help provide compassionate, high-quality care every day at Broadlawns.

Schedule an appointment with our dental team: https://bit.ly/3Zdo9Y2

March is Women's History Month and throughout the month we’re sharing stories from women across Broadlawns. Dana Hall, E...
03/04/2026

March is Women's History Month and throughout the month we’re sharing stories from women across Broadlawns.

Dana Hall, Employee Relations Specialist in Human Resources, has been part of the Broadlawns team for over three years. In a role where no two days look alike, she supports employees through one-on-one conversations, leads the Employee Engagement Committee, and helps shape internal initiatives that strengthen workplace culture.

“People want to be heard and seen. It’s important that our employees know they have someone they can look for help,” Dana shares. “I love working with people from different backgrounds and communities.”

When reflecting on Women’s History Month, she points to resilience and empowerment as defining themes.

“Women will continue to go after what they want. We need more women uplifting women, and more women leaders uplifting other women. Without women’s history, there wouldn’t be history.”

Dana encourages the next generation of women leaders to invest in growth: “Network. Continue to educate yourself. Get certifications. Find your passion, and don’t forget to have fun.”

Beyond Broadlawns, Dana is an award-winning soccer coach. She coaches her son’s soccer team and is a Girls’ Varsity Soccer coach at Hoover High School. You can also find her kicking a soccer ball herself when she plays with her Hispanic women’s soccer league. She is also a graduate of the African American Leadership Academy (AALA), a leadership cohort focused on developing African American professionals.

Thank you, Dana, for the hard work and positive attitude that you bring to Broadlawns and your fellow employees every day.

Today is World Hearing Day, a reminder about the importance of ear and hearing care. At Broadlawns, our Ear, Nose and Th...
03/03/2026

Today is World Hearing Day, a reminder about the importance of ear and hearing care. At Broadlawns, our Ear, Nose and Throat team treats patients of all ages experiencing hearing changes, tinnitus, and noise-related damage.

Aaron Hahn, AuD, shares some of the most common concerns he sees:

Earbuds and loud music

Noise exposure is more common than ever. Consider the 60/60 rule—keep volume at 60% and limit listening to 60 minutes at a time. Noise-canceling technology can also reduce the need to turn music up to unsafe levels. Just remember to remain visually aware of your surroundings when you can’t rely on sound cues.

Everyday noise exposure

Hearing damage isn’t limited to construction equipment. Restaurants, concerts, and sporting events can all reach harmful levels. Musician earplugs reduce volume while maintaining sound quality, which allows you to enjoy events and still hold conversations.

If you’re experiencing ringing in the ears, difficulty hearing conversations, or changes in clarity, early evaluation matters.

Our team is here to help. Schedule an appointment with Broadlawns ENT today: https://bit.ly/4u4gpFL.

Hours for services located at the Polk County Life Services Center during the week of Monday, March 2 - March 7: • Behav...
03/02/2026

Hours for services located at the Polk County Life Services Center during the week of Monday, March 2 - March 7:

• Behavioral Health Urgent Care
Monday — Friday | 9:00 AM — 3:00 PM
Saturday | 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM

• Crisis Observation Center
Open for 24/7 operations

Broadlawns is proud to offer paid apprenticeship opportunities for individuals pursuing a career in healthcare under our...
02/27/2026

Broadlawns is proud to offer paid apprenticeship opportunities for individuals pursuing a career in healthcare under our TEACH & TECH program. The TEACH program is tailored for adults, under the full title of Training and Education for Adults seeking a Career in Healthcare. Meet a graduate of this program, Kamal Khatiwada, a Healthcare Technician at Broadlawns.

Q: What inspired you to work in healthcare?
A: I am inspired by the purpose of helping others and making a difference in their lives. I also value the job security and growth the field offers, as well as the chance to explore myself in a supportive environment. Switching from a factory job to the healthcare industry, especially as the first member of my family to do so, was not easy, but I was motivated to grow. I’ve gone from being an Environmental Services Tech to a Healthcare Tech, and hopefully soon, a nurse.

Q: What is your career goal?
A: My goal is to become a nurse. I am currently in nursing school at Mercy College and am set to graduate with my nursing license in October 2027. This is a dream come true for me, and I hope to work at Broadlawns in the Emergency Room or ICU and ultimately, in the Psych department.

Q: How has your time at Broadlawns helped you get closer to this goal?
A: Broadlawns has made my goals possible through the apprenticeship program, which provides the opportunity to work while pursuing my education. It is an amazing, welcoming hospital where I feel loved and enjoy my work. I’m very lucky to be where I am today with the support of my family, co-workers, and nurses. My manager has helped me with work flexibility and encouraged me to never give up.

The TEACH & TECH program is made possible through a partnership with Urban Dreams - Iowa, Central Iowa HealthWorks, Des Moines Public Schools, and Des Moines Area Community College. Thank you to Kamal for sharing his story.

Please note the updated hours for the Broadlawns Behavioral Health Urgent Care and Crisis Observation Center. These upda...
02/26/2026

Please note the updated hours for the Broadlawns Behavioral Health Urgent Care and Crisis Observation Center. These updated hours are for services located at the Polk County Life Services Center, 1914 Carpenter Ave., Des Moines.

Thursday, Feb. 26 - Saturday, Feb. 28

• Behavioral Health Urgent Care is open from 9AM - 1PM.
• Crisis Observation Center is CLOSED.

Thank you to the readers of Des Moines CityView for voting Broadlawns Medical Center the Best Local Maternity Care/Birth...
02/25/2026

Thank you to the readers of Des Moines CityView for voting Broadlawns Medical Center the Best Local Maternity Care/Birthing Center for 2026.

Our Family Birthing Center provides care for low- and high-risk pregnancies, including a dedicated C-section suite, lactation and pumping support, and postpartum care—all delivered by a skilled and compassionate labor and delivery team.

Every day, we have the privilege of caring for individuals and families during some of life’s most meaningful moments. We’re grateful for the trust our community places in us.

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Together a Healthy Community

With a longstanding history of attending to the healthcare needs of the community, Broadlawns Medical Center is dedicated to ensuring that high quality healthcare is accessible and affordable for everyone. With a staff that is comprised of over 100 physicians and more than 1,100 employees, Broadlawns is committed to providing care that is coordinated, compassionate, and cost-effective. Over the course of 90+ years, Broadlawns has developed a patient-centered culture that is comprehensive, team-based and focused on quality. This approach delivers better outcomes, happier and healthier patients, lower costs, and a place where physicians and employees choose to work. Your health is our primary focus, and it is our privilege to attend to the healthcare needs of our community.