The 20 Best Dementia Doctors Near Me in ankeny, IA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 44 doctor with experience in Dementia near ankeny, IA. Of these, 37 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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44 providers found
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine

    800 E. 1st St., Suite 1700, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language
    Accepting New Patients

    David Harrison is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Harrison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Harrison is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine

    800 E. 1st St., Suite 1700, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dominick Ervelli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Ervelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Richter Syndrome, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Diverticular Disease, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Ervelli is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Broadlawns Medical Center

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

    Robert Bender is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Bender is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Osteoporosis, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Bender is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Family Physicians At Prairie Trail

    2515 SW State St Ste 100, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Deanna Questad is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Questad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Questad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    The Iowa Clinic Urgent Care-Ankeny

    1410 SW Tradition Dr Ste 110, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Abby Bennett is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Bennett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Acute Cystitis, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis. Dr. Bennett is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Office

    8101 Birchwood Ct Ste S, 
    Johnston, IA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Slama is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Johnston, Iowa. Dr. Slama is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Slama is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

    1111 6th Avenue, Suite A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Keith Kohout is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kohout is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Memory Loss. Dr. Kohout is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

    1111 6th Avenue, Suite A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Jacoby is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Jacoby is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Alzheimer's Disease, Epilepsy, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. Dr. Jacoby is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

    1111 6th Ave., Suite A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Heike Schmolck is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Schmolck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Schmolck is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Broadlawns Medical Center

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

    Kiel Morris is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Morris is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy. Dr. Morris is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Avenue, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher White is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Legius Syndrome, and Dementia. Dr. White is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

    1111 6th Ave., Suite A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melissa Riesberg is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Riesberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Alzheimer's Disease, Migraine, and Epilepsy. Dr. Riesberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Radiology | Neurology
    Experienced in Dementia
    Radiology | Neurology
    Referral may be required

    Diagnostic Imaging Associates

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

    Mitchell Erickson is a Radiologist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Erickson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 74 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Herniated Disk, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Familial Porencephaly. Dr. Erickson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Neurology | Sleep Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

    1111 6th Ave., Suite A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Wright is a Neurologist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Wright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Drowsiness, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Memory Loss, and Seizures. Dr. Wright is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

    1111 6th Ave., Suite A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Puricelli is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Puricelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Puricelli is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Neurology | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Neurology | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

    1111 6th Ave., Suite A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Armenian, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Babikian is a Neurologist and an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Babikian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Lafora Disease. Dr. Babikian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Primary Health Care At MercyOne

    250 Laurel St., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eden Murad is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Murad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Lung Metastases, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Murad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Primary Health Care East Side Clinic

    3509 E 29th St, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chandan Mitra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mitra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Acute Kidney Failure, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Mitra is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Central Iowa Hospital Corporation

    2720 8th St SW, 
    Altoona, IA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stanton Danielson is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Altoona, Iowa. Dr. Danielson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Swallowing Difficulty, and Painful Swallowing. Dr. Danielson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Broadlawns Medical Center

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

    Yogesh Shah is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Vascular Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Dementia?

    Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects one or more brain functions such as memory, thinking, language, judgment, or behavior. Dementia may also be referred to as major neurocognitive disorder.

    When should I see a Dementia doctor near ankeny, 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 Dementia doctor near ankeny, 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 Dementia doctors near ankeny, 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 Dementia doctors near ankeny, 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 Dementia doctor near ankeny, 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 Dementia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dementia 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 Dementia doctor near ankeny, 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 Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia doctors near ankeny, IA?

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

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