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.

Broadlawns has launched Iowa's first Mobile Memory & Wellness Clinic, expanding access to memory care, screenings, careg...
05/29/2026

Broadlawns has launched Iowa's first Mobile Memory & Wellness Clinic, expanding access to memory care, screenings, caregiver support, and wellness services across Polk County.

The clinic builds on the work of the Broadlawns Memory Center and will help connect more patients and families with memory and wellness resources in the community.

Learn more about this story from Axios Des Moines: https://www.axios.com/local/des-moines/2026/05/27/iowa-first-mobile-memory-clinic-broadlawns-polk

Today is National Heat Awareness Day. Iowa temperatures can quickly rise to unsafe levels during the summer months, incr...
05/29/2026

Today is National Heat Awareness Day. Iowa temperatures can quickly rise to unsafe levels during the summer months, increasing the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.

A few simple precautions can help you stay safe in the heat:

• Drink plenty of water

• Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing

• Take breaks in cool or shaded areas

• Limit outdoor activity during the hottest hours of the day Wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat when spending time outdoors

• Apply and reapply your sunscreen throughout the day

Older adults, young children, and people who work outdoors may be at higher risk during extreme heat. Check on family, friends, and neighbors during hot weather.

Members of the Broadlawns team joined St. Vincent de Paul of Des Moines last week at their annual Golf Outing ⛳ The even...
05/27/2026

Members of the Broadlawns team joined St. Vincent de Paul of Des Moines last week at their annual Golf Outing ⛳

The event raised funds for St. Vincent de Paul’s healthy food pantries, helping provide food for individuals and families in our community facing food insecurity. In Des Moines, one in six residents regularly experiences food insecurity.

Broadlawns is proud to support community organizations working to improve access to essential resources across Central Iowa.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and with summer around the corner, now is a good time to make sunscreen part of your...
05/26/2026

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and with summer around the corner, now is a good time to make sunscreen part of your daily routine.

Using sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher can help protect your skin from harmful UV rays, reduce your risk of skin cancer, and help prevent painful sunburns.

The American Academy of Dermatology recommends choosing a sunscreen that offers:

• Broad-spectrum protection (UVA and UVB rays)

• SPF 30 or higher

• Water resistance

Whether you’re spending time outside for work, exercise, or fun, taking a few extra minutes to protect your skin can make a difference.

Broadlawns clinics, pharmacy and offices are closed today, Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. The Broadlawn...
05/25/2026

Broadlawns clinics, pharmacy and offices are closed today, Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

The Broadlawns Crisis Observation Center at 1914 Carpenter Avenue and Emergency Department remain open 24/7, 365 days a year.

Today, we remember and honor the men and women who lost their lives while serving our country. We are grateful for their sacrifice and for the families who continue to carry that loss.

Wishing everyone a safe Memorial Day.

The Broadlawns Medical Center Foundation is proud to be part of the Birdies for Charity program through the Principal Ch...
05/22/2026

The Broadlawns Medical Center Foundation is proud to be part of the Birdies for Charity program through the Principal Charity Classic.

Birdies for Charity provides us the opportunity to use the Principal Charity Classic, a PGA TOUR Champions event, as a platform to raise funds and receive a match back to our foundation.

Learn more about the Broadlawns Foundation here: https://www.broadlawns.org/foundation

Did you know? In 2023, Broadlawns Medical Center launched Iowa’s first Registered Nurse Apprenticeship Program to suppor...
05/22/2026

Did you know? In 2023, Broadlawns Medical Center launched Iowa’s first Registered Nurse Apprenticeship Program to support nursing students facing barriers to entering the profession. Through a partnership with Des Moines Area Community College and support from Iowa Workforce Development, the program is helping future nurses build careers in healthcare.

Today, we’re proud to celebrate Meet Sylvia Johnson, RN, a recent graduate of the program.

Sylvia works at the Broadlawns Primary Care Clinic, where she says her small but mighty team feels like family.

“When you work on a small team, you grow close and naturally support each other well.”

Healthcare has always been part of Sylvia’s story.

“My family has always been involved in healthcare. It was a natural step for me.”

As a mother of five, Sylvia balanced working, nursing school, and family life while earning her RN. “I’m grateful to the RN Apprentice Program for the opportunity and to my family for helping me succeed.”

For anyone considering a nursing career, Sylvia’s advice is simple: “Just do it!”

Thank you, Sylvia, for the care and compassion that you bring to the Broadlawns community.

Have you visited Urban Dreams - Iowa? Located on 2nd Avenue in Des Moines, Urban Dreams provides programs and services t...
05/21/2026

Have you visited Urban Dreams - Iowa? Located on 2nd Avenue in Des Moines, Urban Dreams provides programs and services that support individuals and families across the community.

Broadlawns Medical Center is proud to support Urban Dreams Mental Health Program with on-site therapy services. A private “talk box” (pictured) is available at the front of the building for anyone needing a quiet space to make a phone call, attend a virtual therapy appointment, or take a moment for themselves.

Community members can also access services including a food pantry, weekend jail diversion classes, free events, workforce development opportunities for high school students, and more.

Learn more about Urban Dreams and the services they provide: https://urbandreams.org/

Thank you to our Par Sponsors, GuideOne Insurance, Drake University, Strategic America, IMEG, RDG Planning & Design, and...
05/20/2026

Thank you to our Par Sponsors, GuideOne Insurance, Drake University, Strategic America, IMEG, RDG Planning & Design, and Michelle Book for supporting the 36th Annual Broadlawns Golf Outing. ⛳️

Join our sponsors in supporting the Broadlawns Foundation next month at Terrace Hill Golf Course. This year’s Golf Outing will support the Veterans Dental Initiative, which provides essential dental care.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4bHn2H4

Last week, members of the Broadlawns team attended the 28th Annual Women Helping Women Luncheon hosted by the Mind & Spi...
05/19/2026

Last week, members of the Broadlawns team attended the 28th Annual Women Helping Women Luncheon hosted by the Mind & Spirit Counseling Center.

Broadlawns is proud to stand alongside organizations helping expand access to counseling, training, and other essential services for uninsured and underinsured women, children, and families across Iowa.

Behavioral health care and community support services play an important role in strengthening the health and wellbeing of our communities. Together a healthy community.

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