Browse Clinical Departments

Autism Center
The Autism Center is an interdisciplinary clinic which provides diagnostic assessment, therapy, research and follow-up for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder.

Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
The division provides interdisciplinary care for children with a variety of neurodevelopmental problems, including intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, learning disorders (such as dyslexia), feeding disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, and cerebral palsy.

Center for Disabilities and Development
The Center for Disabilities and Development at University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital is dedicated to improving the health and independence of people with disabilities and creating a life with opportunities for everyone.

Clinical Research Unit (CRU)
Numerous clinical research studies utilize our CRU and our Early Phase Trials Unit. Others are carried out on hospital wards and in clinics, both on the UI campus and in other locations.

Neurology
The Department of Neurology specialties include stroke, epilepsy, neuropsychology, movement disorder, headache, and sleep.

Neurosurgery
Our care is patient-focused in the surgical treatment of head and spine trauma, vascular disorders, tumors of the brain and spinal cord, pain and peripheral nerve abnormalities, degenerative spine pathology, epilepsy, and movement disorders.

Pediatric Neurology
The division has clinical expertise in epilepsy, neurogenetics, and neuromuscular disorders and is committed to providing excellent clinical care and advancing knowledge through biomedical research.

Otolaryngology
The Department of Otolaryngology is ranked among the top in the country by its peers. Our team diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, and throat using state-of-the-art procedures and facilities.

Anesthesia
The Department of Anesthesia has been a leader in clinical care, education, and research for many decades. Our collaborative, team-based care approach results in excellent clinical care for the citizens of Iowa and beyond.

Radiology
Our team of trained specialists are nationally recognized leaders in radiology, and UIHC is one of only a few hospitals in the region that offers a full complement of imaging services.

Psychiatry
The Department of Psychiatry is renowned for its expertise in caring for individuals suffering from major mental illness. Our multidisciplinary team includes psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, occupational and recreational therapists, and social workers.

Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
The department is recognized as one of the best programs in the nation for eye care. Our compassionate staff and skilled specialists provide a comprehensive array of vision and eye health services.