UnityPoint Health – Blank Children’s Hospital, located in Des Moines, Iowa, is a dedicated pediatric hospital providing comprehensive, family-centered care for children. The hospital is known for its specialized pediatric services, advanced technology, and a strong commitment to advocacy, education, and community outreach. Everything from equipment to décor is designed specifically for children, and families are encouraged to be active participants in the healing process

• Pediatric emergency and trauma care

• Neonatal and pediatric intensive care (NICU & PICU)

• Pediatric hematology/oncology

• Pediatric surgery (including minimally invasive and robotic)

• Developmental and behavioral pediatrics (STAR & Developmental Center)

• Pediatric transport (ground and air)

• Child Life and family-centered care programs

• Pediatric therapy (physical, occupational, speech)

• Community advocacy and outreach

• Accredited by The Joint Commission and American College of Surgeons

• Continuous quality improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives

• Family-centered care philosophy, with a focus on safety, comfort, and outcomes.

• Regularly reviewed by state and national agencies for quality and safety

Vision:

• Best Outcome for Every Patient Every Time

• Improving the health of our communities through philanthropy, service, and volunteerism

Mission:

• Improve the health of our communities through healing, caring, and teaching

• Develop community and financial resources to support premiere quality health care

• First-ever NACHRI award for Advocacy16.

• Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, verified by the American College of Surgeons162236.

• Gold Certified Safe Sleep Hospital by Cribs for Kids® 

• United Way of Central Iowa’s 2009 Live United Advocate Award 

• Cystic Fibrosis Center ranked 11th in the nation for pulmonary function test scores by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Registry 

• Recognized as one of the top Cystic Fibrosis Centers in the nation for ages 13-17 

• First in Iowa to perform minimally-invasive single incision pediatric surgeries using advanced technology

• . Multiple community and philanthropy awards for advocacy and outreach