Comprehensive Care for Brain Injuries
The Brain Injury Rehabilitation program at ChildServe offers a unique, kid and family-focused place for children and young adults to heal from brain injuries. Our comprehensive services focus on improving health and function lost during an injury. ChildServe’s pediatric specialists provide medical care, intensive therapy, adaptive equipment and recreational activities. As children and young adults reach their health and independence goals, we support them by coordinating with schools and outpatient or community services for a smooth transition.
Why Choose ChildServe?
ChildServe has one of the only two board-certified pediatric rehab doctors in Iowa, Fred Klingbeil, MD“Dr. Fred,” as many ChildServe kids call him provides expert rehabilitation and medical management of children with special healthcare needs. As the only board-certified pediatric rehabilitation doctor in Iowa, Dr. Fred’s years of experience and knowledge in pediatric care are a valuable resource., who treats children in the inpatient and outpatient programs.
We hold CARFBeing CARF-accredited means that the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities recognizes ChildServe as an organization that meets rigorous guidelines for service and quality and conforms to nationally and internationally recognized standards.
accreditations in pediatrics, brain injury, and inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation.
ChildServe offers cutting-edge facilities and specialized technology including our therapeutic pool, the Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) bike FES stands for Functional Electrical Stimulation. The FES bike, which was made possible by funds from the ChildServe Foundation, stimulates muscles with electric currents to help build them up after a long period of little use. , and Dynavision Dynavision is a leading technology used in the assessment and rehabilitation of concussions. The program helps ChildServe specialists develop individual programs for each child or young adult served..

Who We Serve
Traumatic brain injury from accident or injury
Brain bleed, or bruise (Hematoma/Hemorrhage/Aneurysm)
Lack of oxygen to the brain
Stroke
Tumors
Infection (Encephalitis/Meningitis)
Severe Concussion
Our Approach
We Know Kids
Expert Medical Care
Pediatric Rehab
We Care about Families
Our Team of Pediatric Specialists
Licensed Practical Nurse
Certified Pediatric Nurse
Registered Nurse
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ChildServe regularly gathers child and family satisfaction feedback, quality reports, and census data to monitor our services and continuously work to improve the care and services we provide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are referrals made?
To make a referral or request information, call our Access Specialist at 515-331-8106, or email communications@childserve.org.
How are services authorized and funded?
Program costs are authorized and funded through commercial insurance and Iowa Medicaid. Specific fees will be discussed during the intake/admission process.
Where are services provided?
Brain Injury Rehabilitation services are offered as part of the Inpatient Rehabilitation Program at ChildServe within our Johnston location.
When are services provided?
Brain Injury Rehabilitation services are available inpatient 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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(515) 727-8750
ChildServe Center - Johnston
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ChildServe improves the health and well-being of nearly 5,800 children each year through specialized clinical, home, and community-based programs and services. We serve children with developmental delays, disabilities, injuries, and other special healthcare needs.
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