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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 37 doctor with experience in Flu near West Des Moines, IA. Of these, 37 are Experienced.

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    37 providers found
      Geethalakshmi Mani
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Clive Family Medicine

      1601 NW 114th Street, Suite 245 And 247, 
      Clive, IA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Geethalakshmi Mani is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Mani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Hypothyroidism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Prachi Singh
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Clive Family Medicine

      1601 NW 114th Street, Suite 245 And 247, 
      Clive, IA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Prachi Singh is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, High Cholesterol, Obesity, Hypertension, and Osteotomy.

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      Lazaro Rabang
      Experienced in Flu
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Internal Medicine

      MercyOne Urbandale Internal Medicine

      4005 NW Urbandale Drive, 
      Urbandale, IA 
       (4.6 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 Flu. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

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      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine

      United Community Services Inc

      1300 Woodland Ave, 
      West Des Moines, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Frank Filippelli is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Filippelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. His top areas of expertise are Opioid Use Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Frostbite, and Concussion. Dr. Filippelli is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Flu
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Internal Medicine

      The Iowa Clinic

      5950 University Avenue, 
      West Des Moines, IA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      For Shardul Poudyal, MD, The Iowa Clinic presented an excellent care model for not only their patients but the community as well, which he admired when choosing a practice. He chose Internal Medicine because it allows him to build lifelong relationships with patients and their families in their time of need. The ability to help his patient with a wide variety of problems across multiple specialties is something Dr. Poudyal finds most rewarding about his practice. After completing medical school in India, Dr. Poudyal moved to the United States where he has been practicing medicine for over a decade. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids, going for long walks, playing squash, and trying new foods. If he didn’t become a provider, he would have liked to have been a professional athlete or pursue something in sports medicine. Dr. Poudyal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Experienced in Flu
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Internal Medicine

      The Iowa Clinic

      5959 University Avenue, 
      West Des Moines, IA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephanie Henderson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Henderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. Her top areas of expertise are Mitochondrial Complex 2 Deficiency, Mitochondrial Complex 1 Deficiency, Mitochondrial Complex 3 Deficiency, and Coenzyme Q Cytochrome C Reductase Deficiency.

      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      1601 Nw 114th Street, Suite 255, 
      Clive, IA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Timothy Gerdis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Gerdis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Viral Pharyngitis, Lymphangitis, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Gerdis is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine

      Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation

      6400 Hickman Rd, 
      Windsor Heights, IA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Stanton Danielson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Windsor Heights, Iowa. Dr. Danielson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Painful Swallowing. Dr. Danielson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine | General Practice

      The Iowa Clinic

      4342 Northwest Urbandale Drive, 
      Urbandale, IA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Monica Peterson, DO joined The Iowa Clinic in 2024 with over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She chose TIC because of the physician-owned structure and the commitment to exceptional collaborative patient care. After practicing Family Medicine in outpatient, inpatient, and ER settings, Dr. Peterson is excited to transition to Urgent Care, where she can continue providing comprehensive care while collaborating with patients’ primary care physicians. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. Her top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Dehydration.

      Adam Kruse
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Waukee Family Medicine

      25 West Hickman Road, 
      Waukee, IA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Adam Kruse is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waukee, Iowa. Dr. Kruse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

      Laura Bowshier
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Waukee Family Medicine

      25 West Hickman Road, 
      Waukee, IA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Laura Bowshier is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waukee, Iowa. Dr. Bowshier has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Obesity, and High Cholesterol.

      Brianne Day
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine | Counselor
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine | Counselor

      MercyOne Waukee Family Medicine

      25 West Hickman Road, 
      Waukee, IA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brianne Day is a primary care provider, practicing in Counselor and Family Medicine in Waukee, Iowa. Dr. Day is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children.

      Jessica Briggs
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Norwalk Family Medicine

      9421 MarketPlace Dr., 0, 
      Norwalk, IA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jessica Briggs is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norwalk, Iowa. Dr. Briggs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis, and Peptic Ulcer.

      Michael Agey
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Norwalk Family Medicine

      9421 MarketPlace Dr., 
      Norwalk, IA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      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 Flu. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Ravi Vemuri
      Experienced in Flu
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Flu
      Infectious Disease

      MercyOne Des Moines Infectious Disease Care

      411 Laurel Street, Suite A120, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ravi Vemuri is an Infectious Disease provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Vemuri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Infective Endocarditis, Infectious Arthritis, and Pneumonia.

      Aneesa Afroze
      Experienced in Flu
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Flu
      Infectious Disease

      MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

      1111 6th Avenue, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aneesa Afroze is an Infectious Disease provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Afroze is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Infective Endocarditis, Strep Throat, and Infectious Arthritis.

      Amy Fulton
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Johnston Family Medicine

      5615 Northwest 86th Street, 
      Johnston, IA 
       (8.9 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 Flu. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Erin Swenka
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Grimes Family Medicine

      250 Southwest Brookside Drive, 
      Grimes, IA 
       (9.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

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

      Experienced in Flu
      Geriatrics | Family Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Geriatrics | Family Medicine

      Metro Geriatric Services

      4911 Sw 19th St, Fleur Heights Care Center, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Conner is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Conner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Conner is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Flu
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Flu
      Internal Medicine
      1215 Pleasant St, Ste 206, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Louis Schneider is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Schneider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Flu. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Schneider is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Flu?

      The flu (influenza) is a viral respiratory illness that causes fever, chills, runny nose, body aches, and cough. It spreads easily from person to person. The flu can cause moderate to severe symptoms. Most people recover fully. Children, older adults, and people with certain health conditions are at risk for severe illness and even death.

      When should I see a Flu doctor near West 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 Flu doctor near West 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 Flu doctors near West 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 Flu doctors near West 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 Flu doctor near West 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 Flu doctor search results page. 

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

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

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