Modern research landmark

The brand new $43 million Carver Biomedical Research Building features five floors of modern research laboratory suites and an enhanced nuclear magnetic resonance imaging facility, making it a landmark center for the latest biomedical research. Dedication ceremonies were held March 31, 2006.

Facial plastic surgery program grows

The finishing touches are nearly complete on a remodeling project within University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics that reflects a higher emphasis on elective plastic surgery. “We are committed to providing people with expert plastic surgery for those who choose this route,” says Grant Hamilton, MD, UI Facial Plastic Surgery, an assistant professor in the department of otolaryngology. Hamilton received his medical degree and fellowship training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery from the University of Illinois at Chicago. For more information, call UI Health Access and ask for the UI Facial Plastic Surgery clinic, or call 319-356-3600.

Light ‘em up? Not at the hospital

As part of a commitment to reduce the risks of second-hand smoke for patients, visitors, faculty, and staff, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is becoming a smoke-free campus effective July 1, 2006. The policy updates and expands a no-smoking policy dating to the 1990s. The updated policy prohibits smoking in any part of the building, in the parking ramps designated primarily for hospital use, and anywhere on grounds maintained by hospital staff. The policy reflects UI Hospitals and Clinics' commitment to health and cooperation with the Iowa Hospital Association, which recommended that all its members create smoke-free campuses.

New home for Mothers Milk Bank

A new collaboration with University of Iowa Children's Hospital will strengthen and sustain the Mothers Milk Bank of Iowa, which provides human milk to infants when maternal milk is unavailable. Daily Milk Bank operations will be relocated from the Oakdale campus to the Department of Food and Nutrition Services at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, effective June 30, 2006. A Milk Bank advisory board will be created to enhance the Milk Bank’s regional reputation and establish a firm support platform.