Eric Scott is a board-certified vascular and endovascular surgeon who has worked at The Iowa Clinic since 2008. He specializes in the treatment of carotid, aortic, and peripheral arterial disease as well as common venous disorders. He is actively involved in numerous clinical trials of new endovascular therapies, has published 15 articles, and given more than 100 presentations on the treatment of vascular disease around the world. At The Iowa Clinic, he serves as Medical Director of Non-Invasive Vascular Testing and the Outpatient Endovascular Center, and at Unity Point Des Moines, chairs the Endovascular Care Committee. Dr. Scott is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Angioplasty.

Padmanabhan Priyesh is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Priyesh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arterial Embolism, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Priyesh is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Kovach is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kovach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Ectopic Heartbeat, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Kovach is currently accepting new patients.

Craig Stevens is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Stevens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Jason Kruse is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kruse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Hepatitis C, Gitelman Syndrome, and Low Potassium Level. Dr. Kruse is currently accepting new patients.

Lindsey Christianson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Christianson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Chronic Pain, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Christianson is currently 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 Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Conner is currently accepting new patients.

Sarah Hayden, ARNP joins The Iowa Clinic after 8 years of experience as a Vascular Surgery hospitalist at the Mayo Clinic. She chose The Iowa Clinic because our employees value and create a supportive work environment. She is excited to be a member of a team that is committed to integrity, excellence, and stewardship to their patients. Sarah chose vascular surgery because it allows her to create relationships with patients over time. It is a reward for her to work in a profession that is focused on making a difference in the lives of others. Ms. Hayden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, and Arterial Insufficiency.

Kelsey Christensen, DNP joined The Iowa Clinic to be a part of a group of healthcare providers that are invested in the health of the community it serves by offering comprehensive medical care through the many stages of life. She started providing care to patients as a staffing nurse in 2011 and received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice in 2015. Previously, she was a Nurse Practitioner at Trinity Regional Medical Center in Fort Dodge providing primary and palliative care services. Kelsey enjoys helping patients and providing care to positively impact their day to day activities as well as giving them the knowledge they need to make decisions regarding their health needs. Ms. Christensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Venous Insufficiency, and Carotid Artery Disease.

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

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

Erin Netteland is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Netteland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

David Chew is a Vascular Surgeon in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Chew is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Aneurysm Repair.

James Ebaugh is a Vascular Surgeon in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ebaugh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Embolism, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Jose Borromeo is a Vascular Surgeon in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Borromeo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Dr. Nicholas Southard became a vascular surgeon because he wanted to make a dramatic impact on patients by preventing strokes, limb loss and aneurysm ruptures. He joined The Iowa Clinic in 2013, directly out of training, due to The Clinic's reputation as a well-respected diverse group of providers who offer high-quality care to the community. He was also drawn to the Vascular Surgery Department's long-standing history of providing cutting edge treatment to vascular patients. Dr. Southard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

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 Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Jeffrey Defrancisco is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Urbandale, Iowa. Dr. Defrancisco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Penile Cancer, Familial Hypertension, and Endoscopy.

Narasimha 'Sim' Palagummi, MD has been with The Iowa Clinic since 2013. Prior to coming to The Iowa Clinic, Dr. Palagummi practiced in Marshalltown for six years. Dr. Palagummi has served on various committees at The Iowa Clinic and chaired the Primary Care Redesign Task Force. Dr. Palagummi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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 Peripheral Artery Disease. 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.