The 20 Best Pica Doctors Near Me in Iowa, US

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Pica near Iowa, US. Of these, 20 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Pica
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pica
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (Mercy Council Bluffs)

    800 Mercy Dr, Ste 220, 
    Council Bluffs, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David T. Mortensen M.D. joined CHI Health Clinic in August of 2005. Dr. Mortensen is trained to perform a full range of surgeries including colon/rectal gallbladder gastrointestinal breast thyroid hernia repair and laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Mortensen is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Creighton University School of Medicine.Miralax Bowel PrepMiralax Bowel Prep for Colon Surgery. Dr. Mortensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Mortensen is board certified in Surgery - American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Mortensen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Genesis Bettendorf Convenient Care

    4487 53rd Ave., 
    Bettendorf, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert D. Mixsell, MD- MercyOne Genesis Health Group family practice physician located in Davenport, Iowa and Moline, IL. Dr. Mixsell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 280 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine

    800 E. 1st St., Suite 1700, 
    Ankeny, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I'm Laura Abels. I have lived in the central Iowa area since I started medical school in 2008. I'm originally from Fort Wayne, IN but I have lived all around the Midwest. I went to undergraduate at Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Spanish and minors in business and pre-medical sciences. I did a post-baccalaureate program in Philadelphia, PA at Drexel University College of Sciences to improve my science background before medical school. I graduated from Des Moines University in 2008 and did my residency locally at Mercy Medical Center in Family Medicine. I have a special interest in preventive care and mental health. I also enjoy using my Spanish with patients. I like spending time with my husband, my daughter and our cats. I like traveling and volunteering. A fun fact is that I used to be a competitive bowler. I would like prospective patients to know that I am there to listen and create a plan. If I don't know something I will find it out!. Dr. Abels is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasticity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Abels is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Genesis Family Medical Center

    1345 W. Central Park, 
    Davenport, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manisha Kumar Fenzl, MD specializes in family medicine and practices at MercyOne Genesis Family Medical Center. Dr. Fenzl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne South Des Moines Family Medicine

    6601 SW 9th St., Suite 1, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dennis Zachary, MD, specializes in Family Medicine at MercyOne South Des Moines Family Medicine & Urgent Care Clinic in Des Moines. Additionally, Dr. Zachary provides a full spectrum of OB services, and can perform EGDs and colonoscopies as well. Dr. Zachary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis.

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Genesis Davenport Family Medicine At Health Plaza

    3200 W. Kimberly Road, 
    Davenport, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christa McLaughlin, MD is a MercyOne Genesis family practice physician located in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Mclaughlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Macroamylasemia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    CHI Health Clinic Family Medicine/Pediatrics (Valley View)

    1288 Valley View Dr, 
    Council Bluffs, IA 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    J Thomas is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Potassium Level, Gitelman Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Thomas is board certified in Family Medicine - American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Pica
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Pica
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 608, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Seaman is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Seaman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 1, Encephalocele, Chiari Malformation, Microvascular Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Pica
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Pica
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Brian Dlouhy is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Dlouhy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Pica
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Pica
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Eyad Hanna is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Hanna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurogenic Bowel, Cri-Du-Chat Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Perforation, and Pica.

    Experienced in Pica
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Pica
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Mario Zanaty is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Zanaty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Pica
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Pica
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Patrick Hitchon is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Hitchon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Fractured Spine, Spinal Stenosis, Microvascular Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    Clarke County Hospital

    800 S Fillmore St, 
    Osceola, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Debra Neuharth is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Osceola, Iowa. Dr. Neuharth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Scoliosis, Macroamylasemia, and Chronic Pain.

    Experienced in Pica
    Experienced in Pica
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1125 Pierce St Ste 100, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nitya Brenner is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Brenner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Food Allergy, Obesity in Children, Otitis, and Sinusitis.

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Bollin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Bollin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    McFarland Clinic-Carroll

    1214 S Grant Rd, 
    Carroll, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carly Quam is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carroll, Iowa. Dr. Quam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, Accessory Deep Peroneal Nerve, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    Boone County Hospital

    1015 Union St, 
    Boone, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Sheffler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Boone, Iowa. Dr. Sheffler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. His clinical expertise encompasses Orthostatic Hypotension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    Office

    230 6th St, 
    Nevada, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Perry Rathe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nevada, Iowa. Dr. Rathe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Febrile Neutropenia, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    Office

    421 E Merle Hibbs Blvd, 
    Marshalltown, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Delaney is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Marshalltown, Iowa. Dr. Delaney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Costochondritis, Tietz Syndrome, Sciatica, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pica
    Family Medicine

    Floyd County Area Family Practice Center

    1501 S Main St Ste 6, 
    Charles City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Schweizer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Charles City, Iowa. Dr. Schweizer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Bronchitis, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Pica?

    Pica is a pattern of eating non-food materials, such as dirt or paper.

    When should I see a Pica doctor in Iowa, US?

    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 Pica doctor in Iowa, US?

    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 Pica doctors in Iowa, US?

    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 Pica doctors in Iowa, US?

    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 Pica doctor in Iowa, US?

    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 Pica doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pica 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 Pica doctor in Iowa, US?

    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 Pica 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 Pica 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 Pica doctors in Iowa, US?

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

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