The 20 Best Diarrhea Doctors Near Me in Johnston, IA

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The 20 Best Diarrhea Doctors near Johnston, IA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 148 doctor with experience in Diarrhea near Johnston, IA. Of these, 135 are Experienced and 13 are Advanced.

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    Amy Fulton
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    Mercyone Johnston Family Medicine

    5615 NW 86th St, 
    Johnston, IA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Fulton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Johnston, Iowa. Dr. Fulton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Rana Al
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Pediatrics

    Mercyone Johnston Family Medicine

    5615 NW 86th St, 
    Johnston, IA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rana Al is a Pediatrics provider in Johnston, Iowa. Dr. Al is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Scarlet Fever, Asthma in Children, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

    Kenneth Andersen
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    6200 Aurora Ave Ste 100W, 
    Urbandale, IA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Andersen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Urbandale, Iowa. Dr. Andersen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    Robert Callahan
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    Office

    4326 Hickman Rd Ste 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    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 Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Lazaro Rabang
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    4005 NW Urbandale Dr, 
    Urbandale, IA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lazaro Rabang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Urbandale, Iowa. Dr. Rabang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

    Erin Fish
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    4005 NW Urbandale Dr, 
    Urbandale, IA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erin Fish is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Urbandale, Iowa. Dr. Fish is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Amy Mitchell
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    2605 SW White Birch Dr, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Mitchell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, High Cholesterol, Macroamylasemia, and Hypertension.

    Jason Kopp
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    2605 SW White Birch Dr, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Kopp is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Kopp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    Central Iowa Hospital Corporation

    5900 NW 86th St Ste 100, 
    Johnston, IA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexandra Vander is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Johnston, Iowa. Dr. Vander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Bronchitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    Office

    8101 Birchwood Ct Ste S, 
    Johnston, IA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    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 Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Emergency Medicine

    Office

    9943 Hickman Rd Ste 105, 
    Urbandale, IA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Nathanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Urbandale, Iowa. Dr. Nathanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Cavernous Lymphangioma, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Cellulitis, and Peptic Ulcer.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Internal Medicine

    The Iowa Clinic PC

    4323 NW Urbandale Dr, 
    Urbandale, IA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Narasimha 'Sim' Palagummi, MD has been with The Iowa Clinic since 2013. Prior to coming to The Iowa Clinic, Dr. Palagummi practiced in Marshalltown for six years. Dr. Palagummi has served on various committees at The Iowa Clinic and chaired the Primary Care Redesign Task Force. Dr. Palagummi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Clinics Inc.

    4005 NW Urbandale Dr, 
    Urbandale, IA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Angel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Urbandale, Iowa. Dr. Angel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    Central Iowa Hospital Corporation

    2901 86th St, 
    Urbandale, IA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathryn Lindgren is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Urbandale, Iowa. Dr. Lindgren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Horseshoe Kidney, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Gastroenterology

    The Iowa Clinic Internal Medicine Ankeny

    1410 SW Tradition Dr, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amber Tierney, MD decided to join The Iowa Clinic because of our reputation for great patient care. Dr. Tierney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    The Iowa Clinic Internal Medicine Ankeny

    1410 SW Tradition Dr, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pamela Sufka is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Sufka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Sideroblastic Anemia, Insomnia, High Cholesterol, and Multiple Myeloma.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Emergency Medicine

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Spitzenberger is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Spitzenberger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Mouth Sores, Common Cold, and Ascites.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Emergency Medicine

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Gerdis is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Gerdis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Viral Pharyngitis, Lymphangitis, and Peptic Ulcer.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ronnie Hawkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Labyrinthitis, Tracheitis, Cellulitis, and Lymphangitis.

    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Diarrhea
    Family Medicine

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Logan Vidal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Vidal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Frostbite, Morning Sickness, TMJ Disorders, and Delirium Tremens.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Diarrhea?

    Diarrhea is when you pass loose or watery stool.

    When should I see a Diarrhea doctor near Johnston, 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 Diarrhea doctor near Johnston, 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 Diarrhea doctors near Johnston, 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 Diarrhea doctors near Johnston, 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 Diarrhea doctor near Johnston, 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 Diarrhea doctor search results page. 

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

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

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