The 20 Best Headache Doctors Near Me in Des Moines, IA

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 594 doctor with experience in Headache near Des Moines, IA. Of these, 563 are Experienced, 30 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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594 providers found
    Experienced in Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Headache
    Family Medicine

    Hull Medical Clinic

    Hull, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul De Jong, MD, is a family medicine/OB physician at Sioux Center Health Medical Clinic Avera. Dr. De Jong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Chronic Cough, Vertigo, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia. Dr. De Jong is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Headache
    Family Medicine

    Floyd Valley Clinics — Le Mars

    714 Lincoln St NE, 
    Le Mars, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Odens is a family medicine physician at Floyd Valley Clinics LeMars. Dr. Odens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sinusitis, Empyema, Osteoarthritis, and Chronic Kidney Disease. Dr. Odens is board certified in Board Eligible - ABMS Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Headache
    Family Medicine

    Avera Medical Group Rock Rapids

    1100 S 10th Ave, Suite 100, 
    Rock Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. David Springer is a family medicine/OB physician at Avera Medical Group Rock Rapids. Dr. Springer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Springer is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Headache?

    Common conditions include: Cluster Headache, New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Tension Headache

    Learn about our expert tiers
    Distinguished in Headache
    Distinguished in Headache
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Waterloo Neurology

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

    As a neurologist, Dr. Shah has been trained in the diagnosis and treatment of nervous system disorders, including diseases of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. Her addition to the Institute's neuroscience team means expansion of services, including treatment of patients suffering from neurological disorders such as stroke, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease, Epilepsy, and MS. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. 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. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Headache
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Headache
    Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jack Kademian is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Kademian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.

    Advanced in Headache
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Headache
    Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruno Policeni is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Policeni is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Brain Aneurysm, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Headache
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Headache
    Family Medicine

    Mitchell County Regional Health Center

    620 N 8th St, 
    Osage, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Haganman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Osage, Iowa. Dr. Haganman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Fainting.

    Advanced in Headache
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Headache
    Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joan Maley is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Maley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.

    Advanced in Headache
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Headache
    Family Medicine

    Van Diest Medical Center

    2350 Hospital Dr, 
    Webster City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Subhash Sahai is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Webster City, Iowa. Dr. Sahai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Anemia, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Headache
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Headache
    Family Medicine

    Medical Clinic

    1219 Main St, 
    Hamburg, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelli Woltemath is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hamburg, Iowa. Dr. Woltemath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. She is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Advanced in Headache
    Advanced in Headache
    Referral may be required

    Henry County Soldiers' And Sailors' Memorial Hospital

    407 S White St, 
    Mount Pleasant, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Davis is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. Dr. Davis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis.

    Advanced in Headache
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Headache
    Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required

    M. R. Associates

    1948 1st Ave NE, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glenn Hammer is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Hammer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vertigo, Herniated Disk, Tenosynovitis, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Advanced in Headache
    Radiology
    Advanced in Headache
    Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center West Burlington Campus

    1221 S Gear Ave, 
    West Burlington, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Paiva is a Radiologist practicing medicine in West Burlington, Iowa. Dr. Paiva is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Headache, and Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.

    Experienced in Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Headache
    Internal Medicine

    MercyOne North Iowa Internal Medicine Residency

    1010 4th St. SW, Suite 305, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Riesen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mason City, Iowa. Dr. Riesen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fainting, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Vertigo, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Riesen is board certified in Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne North Iowa Women's Health Care And Internal Medicine

    1631 4th St. SW, Suite 114 B, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Kirsch entered the practice of medicine because she has great patience and likes challenges. She has a long-established practice that is not afraid to help people with complex medical issues. She finds every day to be interesting and enjoys the people she meets along the way. Dr. Kirsch grew up in Iowa and attended the University of Iowa. She completed her residency in Michigan, but came back to Iowa to practice. Dr. Kirsch’s interests include history and travel. She has hosted several exchange students in the past 5 years. This has energized her and has given her the opportunity to travel to places she never imagined going. Dr. Kirsch is pleased to offer virtual visit options and looks forward to being adaptable so she can help those needing her assistance. Dr. Kirsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Sciatica, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kirsch is board certified in Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kirsch is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Headache
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Headache
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W. 9th St., 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    General Radiology, Body Imaging, Mammography. Dr. Filippone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Filippone is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology, American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Filippone is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Diagnostic Imaging Associates

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mitchell Erickson, MD, specializes in Neuroradiology at Diagnostic Imaging Associates in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Erickson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Herniated Disk, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Choroid Plexus Cyst. Dr. Erickson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Headache
    Experienced in Headache
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center

    801 Fifth Street, 0, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Smith is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Vertigo, Chronic Cough, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Headache
    Experienced in Headache
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Centerville Medical Center

    1 Saint Joseph Drive, 
    Centerville, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kraig Kirkpatrick, MD, specializes in Radiology at Diagnostic Imaging Associates in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kirkpatrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colonic Malakoplakia, Chronic Cough, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy. Dr. Kirkpatrick is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Headache
    Experienced in Headache
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center

    1000 4th St. SW, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Santosh Shah is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Mason City, Iowa. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Headache. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vertigo, Chronic Cough, Lung Nodules, and Wandering Spleen. Dr. Shah is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology, American Board Of Radiology.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Headache?

    A headache is pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck. Serious causes of headaches are rare. Most people with headaches can feel much better by making lifestyle changes, learning ways to relax, and sometimes by taking medicines.

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

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

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

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