The 20 Best Cirrhosis Doctors Near Me in Des Moines, IA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 135 doctor with experience in Cirrhosis near Des Moines, IA. Of these, 126 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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135 providers found
    Distinguished in Cirrhosis
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Cirrhosis
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Vavricek-Iv is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Vavricek-Iv is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Vavricek-Iv is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Beaverdale Family Medicine

    4326 Hickman Road, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Callahan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Callahan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Callahan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cirrhosis
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Advanced in Cirrhosis
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Diagnostic Imaging Associates

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Karl Digman is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Digman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Pneumomediastinum. Dr. Digman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Douglas Hanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hanson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kelsey Randel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Randel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Giardia Infection, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Randel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Experienced in Cirrhosis

    Office

    2508 E University Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lindsey Christianson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Christianson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Chronic Pain, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Christianson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    2508 E University Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lisa Klock is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Klock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Brown-Sequard Syndrome, Black Hairy Tongue, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Klock is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Gastroenterology Hospitalists

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Grubel is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Grubel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Grubel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine

    MercyOne East Village Internal Medicine

    1350 Des Moines St., Suite 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dallas Sanders is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Diabetic Nephropathy, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Sanders is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne South Des Moines Family Medicine

    6601 SW 9th St., Suite 1, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tina Patterson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Patterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Patterson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine

    The Iowa Clinic

    5959 University Avenue, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephanie Henderson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Henderson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thymidine Kinase 2 Deficiency (TK2d), Mitochondrial Complex 2 Deficiency, Coenzyme Q Cytochrome C Reductase Deficiency, and Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency. Dr. Henderson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Henderson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Norwalk Family Medicine

    9421 MarketPlace Dr., 
    Norwalk, IA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Agey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norwalk, Iowa. Dr. Agey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Agey is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    580 SW 9th St Ste 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Carole Frier is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Frier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), Hypothyroidism, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Frier is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine

    Dr Christopher Marshall Covert

    1223 Center St Ste 22, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Covert is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Covert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Opioid Use Disorder, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma. Dr. Covert is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine

    Unitypoint Clinic Internal Medicine-Methodist Plaza

    1221 Pleasant St Ste 200, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Grant Peterson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Embolism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sepsis, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Peterson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine

    Unitypoint Clinic Internal Medicine-Methodist Plaza

    1221 Pleasant St Ste 200, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael O'conner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. O'conner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. O'conner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Experienced in Cirrhosis

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Kaitlyn Cunningham is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Cunningham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperhidrosis, AEC Syndrome, EEC Syndrome, Ectodermal Dysplasias, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Cunningham is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Family Medicine

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kiranprit Kaur is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Kaur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Krishnarao Gorrepati is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Gorrepati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gorrepati is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cirrhosis
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Carol Horner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Horner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cirrhosis. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Low Potassium Level, Gitelman Syndrome, Hypertension, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy. Dr. Horner is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Cirrhosis?

    Cirrhosis is scarring of the liver that results in poor liver function. It is the last stage of chronic liver disease.

    When should I see a Cirrhosis doctor near Des Moines, IA?

    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 a Cirrhosis doctor near Des Moines, IA?

    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 Cirrhosis doctors near Des Moines, IA?

    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 Cirrhosis doctors near Des Moines, IA?

    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 a Cirrhosis doctor near Des Moines, IA?

    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 Cirrhosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cirrhosis 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 a Cirrhosis doctor near Des Moines, IA?

    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 Cirrhosis 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 Cirrhosis 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 Cirrhosis doctors near Des Moines, IA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cirrhosis 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 a Cirrhosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cirrhosis 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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