The 20 Best Acute Pain Doctors Near Me in Iowa, US

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The 20 Best Acute Pain Doctors in Iowa, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 92 doctor with experience in Acute Pain near Iowa, US. Of these, 80 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Daniel E.hatz
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    CHI Health Orthopedics (Valley View)

    1288 Valley View Dr, 
    Council Bluffs, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel E.hatz is an Orthopedics provider in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Dr. E.hatz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. E.hatz is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Acute Pain
    Distinguished in Acute Pain

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Westermann is an Orthopedics provider in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Westermann is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Collins Pope Syndrome, Hypermobile Joints, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Pain Medicine

    Anesthesia & Pain Consultants PC

    5515 Utica Ridge Rd Ste 600, 
    Davenport, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Dooley is a Pain Medicine provider in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Dooley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Cervical Myelopathy, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, and Cervical Spondylosis.

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    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 213, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Vittetoe is an Orthopedics provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Vittetoe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    Office

    6001 Westown Pkwy, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Devon Goetz is an Orthopedics provider in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Goetz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology

    Northwest Iowa Hospital Corporation

    2720 Stone Park Blvd, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Monk is an Anesthesiologist in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Monk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain and May Thurner Syndrome.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Anesthesiology

    Northwest Iowa Hospital Corporation

    2720 Stone Park Blvd, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Carlson is an Anesthesiologist in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Carlson has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top area of expertise is Acute Pain.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    Physicians' Clinic Of Iowa Orthopedics

    202 10th St SE, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandeep Munjal is an Orthopedics provider in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Munjal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Sports Medicine
    202 10th Street Se, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Hart is a Sports Medicine provider in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Hart is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    Office

    6001 Westown Pkwy, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Dewall is an Orthopedics provider in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Dewall is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Pain Medicine

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tejinder Swaran is a Pain Medicine provider in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Swaran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Acute Pain, and Cervical Spondylosis.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Orthopedics

    Office

    6001 Westown Pkwy, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kary Schulte is an Orthopedics provider in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Schulte is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Osteonecrosis, Infectious Arthritis, and Hip Replacement.

    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Acute Pain
    Family Medicine

    Stewart Memorial Community Hospital

    1301 W Main St, 
    Lake City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Burns is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake City, Iowa. Dr. Burns is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pain and Knee Replacement.

    Rahul Raman
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Pediatrics

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rahul Raman is a Pediatrics provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Raman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Acute Pain, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

    Akinbode Egbelakin
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Experienced in Acute Pain

    Office

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Akinbode Egbelakin is a Pediatrics provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Egbelakin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Acute Pain, and Biliary Atresia.

    Richard Rattay
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Hand Surgery
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Hand Surgery

    Mercy Health Services

    250 S Crescent Dr, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Rattay is a Hand Surgeon in Mason City, Iowa. Dr. Rattay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Ganglion Cyst, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Rhizarthrosis, and Hip Replacement.

    Chloe Butler
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Pediatrics

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chloe Butler is a Pediatrics provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Butler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Rotor Syndrome, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Acute Pain.

    Aaron Mcclure
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Experienced in Acute Pain

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Mcclure is a Pediatrics provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mcclure is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Rotor Syndrome, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Delayed Growth.

    Beth Davidson
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Experienced in Acute Pain

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Beth Davidson is a Pediatrics provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Davidson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome, Hypospadias, and Acute Pain.

    Timothy Gibbons
    Experienced in Acute Pain
    Experienced in Acute Pain

    Office

    250 S Crescent Dr Ste M1100, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Gibbons is an Orthopedics provider in Mason City, Iowa. Dr. Gibbons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pain. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Acute Pain?

    Acute pain is defined as pain that occurs suddenly, is usually sharp, and lasts no longer than six months. Acute pain may be mild, moderate, or severe. Acute pain usually means that there is an underlying cause that needs to be evaluated. Acute pain goes away when the underlying cause has resolved. Some causes of acute pain include cuts and burns, dental work, muscle strains, inflammation, tissue damage, diseases, fractured bones, surgery, and labor and childbirth.

    When should I see an Acute Pain doctor in Iowa, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Acute Pain doctor in Iowa, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Acute Pain doctors in Iowa, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Acute Pain doctors in Iowa, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Acute Pain doctor in Iowa, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Pain doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Pain doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Acute Pain doctor in Iowa, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Acute Pain doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Acute Pain doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Acute Pain doctors in Iowa, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Pain doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Acute Pain doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Pain doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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