Iowa Health - Des Moines is now UnityPoint Health - Des Moines

Trauma Services
515-241-4190 (office)


If you are experiencing a life-threatening injury or illness, please call 911.


Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Adult Emergency Department
Level I Trauma Center
515-241-6213


Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Emergency Department
Level IV Trauma Center
515-263-5120


Methodist West Hospital
Emergency Department
Level IV Trauma Center
515-343-1200


Blank Children's Hospital
Emergency Department
Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
515-241-6611

 

Trauma Surgeons

There are five full-time trauma surgeons who are dedicated to the service of  patients with critical care needs.  The trauma surgeon is responsible for the initial resuscitation and stabilization of the patient, as well as ongoing evaluation. The attending trauma surgeon also leads the trauma team, which typically includes nurses, resident physicians, and support staff.

Learn more about our trauma surgeons: