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    MediFind found 175 doctor with experience in Familial Hypertension near Altoona, IA. Of these, 131 are Experienced, 42 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    175 providers found
      Illa Chandani
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Pleasant Hill Family Medicine

      5900 East University Avenue, Suite 100, 
      Pleasant Hill, IA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Illa Chandani is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Dr. Chandani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Empyema, Sinusitis, and High Cholesterol.

      Steven Strang
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Pleasant Hill Family Medicine

      5900 East University Avenue, Suite 100, 
      Pleasant Hill, IA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Steven Strang is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Dr. Strang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Joseph Mcgargill
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Pleasant Hill Family Medicine

      5900 East University Avenue, Suite 100, 
      Pleasant Hill, IA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Mcgargill is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Dr. Mcgargill is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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      Libby Naeve
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Pleasant Hill Family Medicine

      5900 East University Avenue, Suite 100, 
      Pleasant Hill, IA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Libby Naeve is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Dr. Naeve is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Acute Cystitis, Tracheitis, and Necrosis.

      Magdi Ghali
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Cardiology
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Cardiology

      Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

      411 Laurel St Ste A250, 
      Des Moines,, IA 
       (8.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Magdi Ghali is a Cardiologist in Des Moines,, Iowa. Dr. Ghali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Apoplexy, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy.

      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation

      2720 8th St Sw, Family Med Altoona, 
      Altoona, IA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Debra Sixta is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Altoona, Iowa. Dr. Sixta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Sixta is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation

      2720 8th St Sw, Suite A1, 
      Altoona, IA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kevin Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Altoona, Iowa. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      2720 8th St Sw, 
      Altoona, IA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Deborah Haines is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Altoona, Iowa. Dr. Haines is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Haines is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation

      2720 8th St Sw, Suite A1, 
      Altoona, IA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Valerie Torgerson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Altoona, Iowa. Dr. Torgerson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Torgerson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      Mercy Clinics Inc

      5900 E University Ave, 100 Mercyone Pleasant Hill, 
      Pleasant Hill, IA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Maureen Tacke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Dr. Tacke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Dr. Tacke is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      5900 E University Ave, Suite 200, 
      Pleasant Hill, IA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Rhodes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Dr. Rhodes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Carcinoid Syndrome, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      1205 Copper Creek Dr, 
      Pleasant Hill, IA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Timothy Vermillion is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Dr. Vermillion is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN), Post Polio Syndrome, Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, and Central Sleep Apnea.

      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation

      1205 Copper Creek Dr, 
      Pleasant Hill, IA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ekaterina Roman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Dr. Roman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), High Cholesterol, Common Cold, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Roman is currently accepting new patients.

      Ricardo Bendezu
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine

      800 East 1st Street, Suite 1700, 
      Ankeny, IA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ricardo Bendezu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Bendezu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      David Harrison
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine

      800 East 1st Street, Suite 1700, 
      Ankeny, IA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

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

      Dominick C. Ervelli
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Internal Medicine

      MercyOne Ankeny Internal Medicine

      800 East 1st Street, 0, 
      Ankeny, IA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dominick Ervelli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Ervelli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Richter Syndrome, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Diverticular Disease, and Hip Replacement.

      Laura Abels
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine

      800 East 1st Street, Suite 1700, 
      Ankeny, IA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Laura Abels is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Abels is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Spasticity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Michael Blaess
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne East Village Family Medicine

      1350 Des Moines Street, Suite 110, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Blaess is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Blaess is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

      Kevin Hanigan
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Familial Hypertension
      Family Medicine

      Mercy Clinics Inc

      2605 Sw White Birch Dr, Mercyone Ankeny Prairie Tr, 
      Ankeny, IA 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

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

      Experienced in Familial Hypertension
      Experienced in Familial Hypertension

      Office

      1215 Pleasant St, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Abdulrahman Abdulbaki is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Abdulbaki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Unstable Angina, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Familial Hypertension?

      Familial hypertension (high blood pressure), also known as genetic hypertension, is an inherited condition in which an individual who develops high blood pressure has a family history of close relatives (father, mother, sister, or brother) with high blood pressure that appeared before the age of 60. High blood pressure is defined as 130/80 or higher (normal is 120/80).

      When should I see a Familial Hypertension doctor near Altoona, 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 Familial Hypertension doctor near Altoona, 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 Familial Hypertension doctors near Altoona, 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 Familial Hypertension doctors near Altoona, 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 Familial Hypertension doctor near Altoona, 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 Familial Hypertension doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Familial Hypertension 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 Familial Hypertension doctor near Altoona, 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 Familial Hypertension 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 Familial Hypertension 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 Familial Hypertension doctors near Altoona, IA?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Familial Hypertension 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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