About Us :

Speciality

• Pediatric intensive care for critically ill infants, children, and adolescents

• Trauma care and post-surgical management

• Advanced respiratory and cardiac support

• Multidisciplinary care for complex and chronic pediatric conditions

• Family-centered care with dedicated support services

Quality

• Accredited by The Joint Commission

• Level II Pediatric Trauma Center verification

• Focus on evidence-based, patient-centered care

• High survival rates and strong clinical outcomes in pediatric cardiac surgery

Vision & Mission

• Mission:

  • Serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities

• Vision:

  • Become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve.

  • Be the most trusted health partner for life

Awards & Recognition

• Member of the Children’s Hospital Association (CHA), representing over 220 children’s hospitals nationwide

• Verified as a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons

• Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery Program achieved a 1% mortality rate, approximately one-third of the national average, as reported by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons

• Recognized for high volume and survival rates in pediatric cardiac surgery in Iowa

• MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center (parent hospital) has received multiple national quality awards, including U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Hospital and American Heart Association/American Stroke Association awards