Map of Iowa divided into three sections, one for each SIM IA truck.
Yellow star indicates where our trucks are housed. 

SIM-IA stations three mobile simulation trucks across Iowa - West, Central, and East - to ensure timely, high-quality clinical simulation education with minimal travel for healthcare providers. EMS agencies, first responders, and hospitals - including Critical Access Hospitals - can schedule training directly in their own communities.

This statewide model greatly expands access to hands-on, realistic simulation for healthcare teams, especially in rural areas.

When our truck is in the area, we also welcome opportunities to visit high school health or science classes, provide training for local businesses and factories, and offer community tours of the truck.

Each truck is equipped with:

Patient simulators
4 high fidelity human patient simulators

1 adult male
1 adult female who can give birth
1 school-aged child
1 newborn infant

A man in a blue shirt and mask removes shrink wrap from a SIM on a table.

Ultrasound education

capabilities for trauma and maternity care

1

1 fully equipped emergency room bay
A woman practices giving oxygen to a simulated patient in the back of an ambulance bay. Photo courtesy of SIM-NE

task trainers

Multiple task trainers to facilitate practice of clinical skills

Video system

for analysis and debriefing of simulations

1

fully equipped ambulance treatment box
Photo of inside of sim truck
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Serving the State of Iowa

From Ackley to Zwingle

Our Trucks