Iowa Mass Casualty Incident Panel: An Interdisciplinary Review of Hospital Responses and Lessons Learned
Mass casualty incidents can affect any hospital or community in Iowa—from bus crashes and tornadoes to active shooter events.
This panel brings together hospital leaders and emergency response experts to share real-world experiences and actionable lessons learned from recent Iowa events.
Gain practical insights that you can apply immediately to your organization’s emergency preparedness planning.
Intended Audience:
- Hospital Emergency Management Professionals
- Trauma Program Coordinators
- Nursing Leadership (CNOs, Directors)
- Ancillary Support Services (Radiology, Pharmacy, Lab)
- Hospital Administration
- Public Health and Emergency Response Partners
- Healthcare and Human Services Providers
Featured Incident Reviews:
- Ankeny Pediatric Pedestrian MCI (2026)
- Calhoun County Bus Crash (2026)
- Greenfield Tornado (2024)
- Perry School Shooting (2024)
- Iowa Derecho (2020)
Each session will highlight hospital responses, coordination challenges, and key takeaways.
What to Expect:
- 15-minute case presentations
- Interdisciplinary panel discussion
- Facilitated Q&A session
- Peer-to-peer learning across Iowa healthcare systems
