Mercy Iowa City is an acute care community hospital and regional referral center for southeast Iowa that provides primary care. Mercy's oncology program has been recognized by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons as offering high-quality cancer care. With its team of highly skilled professionals and state-of-the-art facilities, Mercy Iowa City offers complete heart and vascular care services and a complete range of orthopedic services for people of all ages. If you would like a nurse to help you make an appointment with a Mercy doctor call Mercy on Call at 358-2767 or 800-358-2767, or visit our physicians directory on our web site. Mercy Iowa City's organ and tissue donation can save or improve the quality of life for people who suffer from organ failure, bone defects, burns, or blindness. This is a very personal choice and certified designated requester(s) along with pastoral care are available to assist in the event that such a decision needs to be made. Mercy Hospital maintains a close relationship with the Iowa Donor Network. Mercy's Emergency Care Unit is ready 24 hours a day to handle emergencies large and small. The unit is staffed by physicians and RNs and is recognized as a Level III trauma unit. Mercy offers private guest rooms for those that need to stay near the hospital and do not need nursing care. These rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and are located on the third floor of Mercy North. The accommodations include two twin beds, television, telephone, and private bath with shower. A lounge and kitchenette for the use of all guests is also available. The cost is $25 per night. For more information, call Volunteer Services at 319-339-3659. CERTIFICATION: Mercy is accredited by The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. TAX STATUS: Mercy Hospital is a private not-for-profit corporation, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, Regional Province of Chicago.