VA Central Iowa Health Care System (VACIHCS)

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VA Central Iowa Health Care System (VACIHCS) Mission: To maintain and improve the health and well being of network Veterans.

The medical center provides acute and specialized medical and surgical services, residential outpatient treatment programs in substance abuse and post-traumatic stress and a full range of mental health and long-term care services, as well as sub-acute and restorative rehabilitation services. A domiciliary for homeless veterans is located in Des Moines and general domiciliary beds are available at the Knoxville division. An active graduate medical education program exists at the VA Central Iowa Health Care System. Residents receive training in the areas of general internal medicine, general surgery, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery, otolaryngology, urology and geriatrics. Additionally, medical students from the University of Iowa and Des Moines University receive training at VA CIHCS. Academic affiliations include the University of Iowa College of Medicine, Des Moines area Medical Education Consortium, Inc., and Des Moines University with numerous internship programs in allied health professions.

From creative arts displays and health fairs to table tennis, pickleball, games, wellness activities, and social events,...
10/20/2026

From creative arts displays and health fairs to table tennis, pickleball, games, wellness activities, and social events, we truly have something for everyone this month.
Whether you're looking to try something new, stay active, express your creativity, or simply enjoy time with other Veterans, we encourage you to take a look at the attached November Activity Calendar and join us for the events that interest you.
We look forward to seeing you throughout the month!

10/16/2026
Electronic Health Record, VA care teams can access all Veteran health information in a single system.At Ann Arbor VA, th...
10/14/2026

Electronic Health Record, VA care teams can access all Veteran health information in a single system.

At Ann Arbor VA, that meant pharmacy staff could quickly review a traveling Veteran’s medication information without logging into a separate system.

Hear from the pharmacist who helped the traveling Veteran and see how the Federal EHR can make it easier for VA teams to support Veterans receiving care away from home.
https://players.brightcove.net/2851863979001/vXeV2Pvr2e_default/index.html?videoId=6403284045112

Please see October 2026 Deployment Sites for Central Iowa's Virtual Mobile Clinic!
10/14/2026

Please see October 2026 Deployment Sites for Central Iowa's Virtual Mobile Clinic!

VA Central Iowa Staff were recently recognized at the Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) Annual meeting for their successf...
10/08/2026

VA Central Iowa Staff were recently recognized at the Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) Annual meeting for their successful completion of the IHA Leadership Development Program.

The Iowa Hospital Association Leadership Development Program is especially valuable in today’s health care environment, where taking on a leadership role has become more challenging and complex than ever. The program helps participants build essential leadership competencies while strengthening the interpersonal and human-relations skills needed to lead effectively and retain committed, highly qualified staff in Iowa hospitals.

Through its multidimensional approach, the program connects each session’s lessons to everyday workplace situations. Small-group discussions also create meaningful opportunities for networking, collaborative problem-solving, and learning from real-life experiences. Although the program is designed for health care professionals who have assumed organizational management or leadership responsibilities, it also provides experienced staff with an opportunity to refresh and expand their skills and knowledge.

Partnerships such as this demonstrate VA Central Iowa’s commitment to developing and supporting health care leaders as they take on these important responsibilities within our health care system.

Walk-in Flu Clinic October 21, 2026 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Main Campus Lobby 3600 30th Street Des Moines Iowa Bldg. 1 (by cafeter...
10/01/2026

Walk-in Flu Clinic
October 21, 2026
10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Main Campus Lobby 3600 30th Street Des Moines Iowa Bldg. 1 (by cafeteria)
VA South Side Campus Main Lobby 1211 E Army Post RD Des Moines Iowa

10/01/2026
September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month.
09/29/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month.

Checking in for your VA appointment just got simpler.When you visit a VA facility using the Federal Electronic Health Re...
09/28/2026

Checking in for your VA appointment just got simpler.

When you visit a VA facility using the Federal Electronic Health Record, you no longer need to provide the last four digits of your Social Security number to check in. Just bring your Veteran Health Identification Card.

Read more: With Federal EHR, No More ‘Last-Four’ Check in at VA Medical Centers https://news.va.gov/148872/federal-ehr-no-more-last-four-check-in-at-va/

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3600-30th Street
Des Moines, IA
50310

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+15156995999

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