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

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The 20 Best Paraplegia Doctors near Des Moines, IA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Paraplegia near Des Moines, IA. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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15 providers found
    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry
    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry

    Central Iowa Hospital Corporation

    1200 Pleasant St, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dan Shamir is a Physiatrist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Shamir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Stroke, Hemiplegia, and Foot Drop.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Geriatrics

    Office

    1540 High St Ste 101, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Hanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Dysgraphia, and Dementia.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 206, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 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 Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry

    Physiotherapy Associates Inc

    450 Laurel St, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kurt Smith is a Physiatrist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Hemiplegia, and Paraplegia.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Central Iowa Hospital Corporation

    1200 Pleasant St, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Edel is a Physiatrist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Edel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, and Volkmann Contracture.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Broadlawns Medical Center

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

    Alan Hilgerson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hilgerson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    VA Central Iowa Health Care System-Des Moines

    3600 30th St, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nisha Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top area of expertise is Paraplegia.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Childserve Center

    5406 Merle Hay Rd, 
    Johnston, IA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachel Blankenship is a Pediatrics provider in Johnston, Iowa. Dr. Blankenship is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Expressive Language Disorder, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Contracture Deformity.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Emergency Medicine

    The Iowa Clinic PC

    1410 Southwest Tradition Drive, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Otis is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Otis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Cellulitis, Tonsillitis, and Peptic Ulcer.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Neurology

    Children's Eye Clinic PC

    6000 University Ave Ste 210, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lynn Struck is a Neurologist in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Struck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Essential Tremor.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Central Iowa Hospital Corporation

    6000 University Ave Ste 300, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jordan Peterson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Cellulitis.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    12493 University Ave Ste 100, 
    Clive, IA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Kopp is an Internal Medicine provider in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Kopp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Spasticity, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry

    Office

    12493 University Ave Ste 100, 
    Clive, IA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ai Phu is a Physiatrist in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Phu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Subdural Hematoma.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Office

    13435 University Ave Ste 500, 
    Clive, IA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Conner is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Conner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Moble Medical Professionals

    301 NE Trilein Dr Ste 4, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ben Collins is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Collins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS), Distal Arthrogryposis, and Lethal Congenital Contracture Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Paraplegia?

    Paraplegia is a paralysis which affects all or part of the lower body, the trunk, legs, and pelvic organs. Paralysis involves a loss of muscle control and can be complete or partial.  While there are different types and causes of paraplegia, the most common type is caused by spinal cord injury due to trauma (motor vehicle accidents, falls, violence, sports or recreation injuries, alcohol use, or gunshot or knife wound) that damages the spinal cord. After a traumatic spinal cord injury, additional damage often occurs over time due to bleeding, swelling, and inflammation. In contrast, non-traumatic spinal cord injury may be caused by arthritis, cancer, inflammation, infections, nerve or autoimmune diseases, polio, or disk degeneration of the spine.

    When should I see a Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia doctor search results page. 

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

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

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