The Center for Disabilities and Development  (CDD) at University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital is dedicated to improving the health and independence of people with disabilities and creating a life with opportunities for everyone. People who come to our clinic often have complex needs, which is why we use a team approach, bringing together the right experts to help families find answers. At the heart of each team are the patient and family. The center has been designated the state's University Center for Excellence on Developmental Disabilities and strives to be the state's most trusted resource for health care, training, research, and information for people