The 20 Best Down Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Iowa, US

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 60 doctor with experience in Down Syndrome near Iowa, US. Of these, 60 are Experienced.

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60 providers found
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Lakes Regional Healthcare

    2301 Hwy 71 South, 
    Spirit Lake, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Zachary Borus is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Spirit Lake, Iowa. Dr. Borus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Endoscopy. Dr. Borus is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Borus is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Genesis Davenport Convenient Care

    3200 W. Kimberly Road, 
    Davenport, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Mixsell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Mixsell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 280 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Mixsell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine

    800 E. 1st St., Suite 1700, 
    Ankeny, IA 
    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 Down Syndrome. 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.

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    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Waterloo Family Medicine

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 210, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Sankey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Sankey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Peripheral Artery Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Osteoarthritis. Dr. Sankey is board certified in Family Medicine, American Board Of Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Sankey is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Medical Associates Clinic - E.

    1000 Langworthy St., 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chadwick Nachtman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Nachtman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Nachtman is board certified in Family Medicine, American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Nachtman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Genesis Davenport Family Medicine At Health Plaza

    3200 W. Kimberly Road, 
    Davenport, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Patton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Patton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Patton is board certified in American Board Of Family Practice. Dr. Patton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Avera Holy Family Hospital Emergency

    826 N 8th St, 
    Estherville, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Creech is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Estherville, Iowa. Dr. Creech is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Creech is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Creech is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Mercyone Correctionville Family Medicine

    1120 Highway 20, 
    Correctionville, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Krohn is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Correctionville, Iowa. Dr. Krohn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Embolism, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Obesity. Dr. Krohn is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    McFarland Clinic-Carroll

    1214 S Grant Rd, 
    Carroll, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language, Sign Language
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Slattery is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carroll, Iowa. Dr. Slattery is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Coronary Syndrome, Necrosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Colonoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Slattery is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Office

    4545 Sergeant Rd, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Peterson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Obesity, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Peterson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Methodist Physicians Clinic (Jennie Ed Medical Plaza)

    808 E Pierce St, 
    Council Bluffs, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christian Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Office

    8101 Birchwood Ct Ste S, 
    Johnston, IA 
    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 Down Syndrome. 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.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

    1111 6th Ave., Suite A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. 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.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Waterloo Neurology

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 201, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Sangeeta Shah is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 89 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Memory Loss, and Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures. Dr. Shah is board certified in Neurology, American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Sanford Sheldon Boyden Clinic

    3971 320th St., 
    Boyden, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Ryan Becker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Boyden, Iowa. Dr. Becker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Chronic Cough, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Endoscopy. Dr. Becker is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Becker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Sanford Sheldon Sanborn Clinic

    321 Main St., 
    Sanborn, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Lichty is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sanborn, Iowa. Dr. Lichty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Penile Cancer, Heart Attack, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lichty is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Lichty is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center

    801 5th St, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Ensz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Ensz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Acute Kidney Failure, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Ensz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Experienced in Down Syndrome

    Medical Associates Clinic - E.

    1000 Langworthy St., 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Stille is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Stille is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Stille is board certified in Family Medicine, American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Stille is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Johnston Family Medicine

    5615 Northwest 86th Street, 
    Johnston, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Bishop is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Johnston, Iowa. Dr. Bishop is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Scrotal Swelling, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Bishop is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

    1111 6th Avenue, Suite A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Keith Kohout is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kohout is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. 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.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Down Syndrome?

    Down syndrome is a chromosomal condition that is associated with intellectual disability, a characteristic facial appearance, and weak muscle tone (hypotonia) in infancy. All affected individuals experience cognitive delays, but the intellectual disability is usually mild to moderate.

    When should I see a Down Syndrome 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 a Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 a Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctors in Iowa, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Down Syndrome 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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