Broadlawns Medical Center has been a cornerstone of healthcare in Polk County for 100 years, providing high-quality, cost-effective care to the community.

With a rich history in medical education, from its first nursing class in 1921 to launching one of the Midwest's first fully accredited Family Medicine programs in 1971, Broadlawns has long been dedicated to training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

As a county hospital, Broadlawns offers residents unmatched hands-on experience, with exposure to a wide range of patient conditions, procedures, and clinical care. This unique environment ensures that residents gain the most comprehensive training possible.

Our programs are fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), meeting all residency review committee requirements.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

The Broadlawns campus includes an acute care hospital, primary care and specialty clinics, urgent care, emergency services, lab, radiology, dentistry, crisis services, and a full spectrum of mental health care. Recent renovations, including the new Medical Plaza, enhance our commitment to providing excellent care. This facility houses the Family Medicine and Transitional Year residency practice site, the Family Health Center, and our Psychiatry Residency outpatient clinic.

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Besides being in a great city, Broadlawns offers an amazing work environment where the hard work of the residents is appreciated every single day. The staff and faculty are all incredibly friendly and especially on night float there is an immense feeling that we all are operating to provide the best patient care.

Tommy LoDuca, MD

Transitional Year Graduate