Broadlawns Medical Center’s Post

Yesterday, members of the Broadlawns team joined leaders from the City of Des Moines, Polk County Human Resources and DES MOINES COUNCIL OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY, as they announced that Polk County will open its first-of-its-kind Life Services Center to provide mental health and substance abuse support for struggling Iowans. Located at 1914 Carpenter Avenue, the facility will house a walk-in mental health clinic, a sobering center, and a crisis observation center for people experiencing a mental health crisis. The sobering center is new, while the urgent care and crisis observation services will be moved from existing facilities at Broadlawns Medical Center and will double in size.

Please join us at an inspiring art show featuring the incredible creative works of students from the FOCUS Program, a collaboration between the Broadlawns Medical Center Foundation and Des Moines Public Schools. At this event, you will have the opportunity to view and purchase artwork created by these students. All proceeds from this event will be split between the Broadlawns Medical Center Foundation and FOCUS Program. Light refreshments will be provided. Date: Saturday, August 24, 2024 Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Location: Broadlawns Community Clinic at Drake Everyone is welcome! Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the creativity of these young artists, while also supporting two organizations that are making a meaningful impact in our community.

Last Thursday, we celebrated Dr. Amy Bingaman completing her 500th robotic surgery! Dr. Bingaman's expertise in robotic-assisted procedures, including hysterectomies, endometriosis resections, and ovarian cystectomies, has transformed the lives of countless patients. This milestone not only highlights her exceptional experience but also reflects a significant shift in surgical care. This year, robotic surgeries are projected to surpass traditional laparoscopy as the most common approach, and Dr. Bingaman continues to lead the way in advancing women’s health through innovative, minimally invasive care. Join us in congratulating Dr. Bingaman on this incredible accomplishment! To learn more about our robotic surgeries, please visit https://lnkd.in/eRjwwQnv

LAST CHANCE! Early bird pricing for the Rose Soirée ends TODAY! Don't miss out on saving up to $50 on your ticket. Secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/gtW95GWN

Congratulations to the 33 high school students who graduated from our TECH (Training & Education for a Career in Healthcare) program last week. Our graduates have earned their Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications from DMACC and are ready to embark on their healthcare careers at Broadlawns Medical Center. Thank you to our partners for making this possible: Urban Dreams, Des Moines Area Community College, Central Iowa Works, Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families, Iowa Workforce Development, and iJAG (Iowa Jobs for America's Graduates). Learn more about our TECH & TEACH programs: https://lnkd.in/eWtmrzRC

Thank you to Adamantine Spine Moving for helping Broadlawns Medical Center move donated inpatient beds to Drake University. These beds will support nursing students in their clinical lab space.

Don't Miss It! Early Bird Pricing for the 6th Annual Rosé Soirée ends Monday, August 12. We've also introduced YP pricing. Get your tickets: https://lnkd.in/gTCTpjcj

The Broadlawns Medical Center Foundation (BMCF) Board of Directors welcomed five new members at its first meeting in July. The new board members will serve three-year terms, beginning on July 1, 2024. Welcome to our newest BMCF members: Kacey Davis, Mark Egly, Melissa Ness, Dr. Nuha Shash and Chris Wood. Learn more about the Broadlawns Medical Center Foundation and our upcoming Rosé Soirée event benefitting our Family Birthing Center: https://lnkd.in/gTCTpjcj Pictured (left to right): Mark Egly; Dr. Nuha Shash; BMCF Board Chair, Emily Westergaard; BMCF Board Member, Alec Nielsen; Melissa Ness; and Chris Wood. #BroadlawnsMedicalCenterFoundation #ACenturyOfCaring

Thank you to Doyle and Starr for sharing their story and experience here at Broadlawns Medical Center. https://lnkd.in/gcQiMRXT #BroadlawnsMedicalCenter #ACenturyOfCaring #MemoryCare #Alzheimers #Dementia