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

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 65 doctor with experience in Ptosis near Des Moines, IA. Of these, 58 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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65 providers found
    Distinguished in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Eye Surgeons Associates PC

    777 Tanglefoot Ln, 
    Bettendorf, IA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Repp is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bettendorf, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Repp is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Entropion, and Benign Essential Blepharospasm.

    Distinguished in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Erin Shriver is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Shriver is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, and Trabeculectomy.

    Distinguished in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    McFarland Clinic PC

    1128 Duff Ave, 
    Ames, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Linda Lehman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ames, Iowa. Dr. Lehman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Presbyopia, Nearsightedness, Ptosis, and Eyelid Drooping.

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    Experienced in Ptosis
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

    1111 6th Ave., Suite A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. Jorgensen is dual board certified in neurology and neurophysiology, and fellowship trained in neurophysiology. Dr. Jorgensen completed medical school in 2014 at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics in Iowa City, where he also completed his residency in neurology from 2015-2018 and his fellowship in neurophysiology from 2018-2019 to become dual board certified. What does Dr. Jorgensen enjoy most about his job? ""Building rapport with my patients and helping them to better understand their neurological conditions and what to expect in the future.""". Dr. Jorgensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Seizures, and Memory Loss. Dr. Jorgensen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Referral may be required

    M. R. Associates

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

    Joel Dennhardt is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Dennhardt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, CAPOS Syndrome, Vertigo, and Osteopenia.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Ludwig Gutmann is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Gutmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required

    M. R. Associates

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

    Brenton Harris is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Harris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchogenic Cyst, Diverticular Disease, Emphysema, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Theodore Donta is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Donta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Vertigo, Melorheostosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

    Advanced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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

    Keith Carter is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Carter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Graves Disease, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, and Blocked Tear Duct.

    Advanced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Fox Eye Laser And Cosmetic Institute PC

    1136 H Ave NE, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lee Birchansky is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Birchansky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Ptosis.

    Advanced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Fox Eye Laser And Cosmetic Institute PC

    1136 H Ave NE, 
    Cedar Rapids, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Stangler is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Stangler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Bump, Entropion, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Advanced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    McFarland Clinic PC

    1128 Duff Ave, 
    Ames, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joy Carroll is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ames, Iowa. Dr. Carroll is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nearsightedness, Meibomianitis, Astigmatism, and Cataract.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Wolfe Eye Clinic

    6200 Westown Parkway West, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Douglas Casady, MD, specializes in Ophthalmology at Wolfe Clinic, P.C.-West Des Moines in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Casady is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Blocked Tear Duct, Dacryoadenitis, and Chalazion. Dr. Casady is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Medical Associates Clinic - West

    1500 Associates Drive, 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kent Baumann is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Dubuque, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Baumann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Iridocorneal Endothelial Syndrome, Cloudy Cornea, and Optic Nerve Atrophy. Dr. Baumann is board certified in Ophthalmology, American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Baumann is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Wolfe Eye Clinic

    6200 Westown Parkway West, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Audrey Ko, MD, specializes in ophthalmology at Wolf Eye Clinic in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ectropion, Blocked Tear Duct, Entropion, and Graves Disease. Dr. Ko is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Experienced in Ptosis
    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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. 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.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Medical Associates Clinic - West

    1500 Associates Drive, 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Todd Sleep is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Sleep is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Horner Syndrome. Dr. Sleep is board certified in Ophthalmology, American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Sleep is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ptosis
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. 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 Ptosis
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne North Iowa Specialty Care

    1000 4th St. SW, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    MercyOne is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care. Dr. Yarahmadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Memory Loss. Dr. Yarahmadi is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Yarahmadi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ptosis
    Experienced in Ptosis
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne North Iowa Specialty Care

    1000 4th St. SW, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nursing was something Kelli Jass dreamt about doing since she was a child. She worked as a registered nurse for quite some time before she decided to go back to school. Kelli opted to further her education so she could continue to care for patients with more knowledge and understanding of what they were going through. She works diligently to provide the best care possible. Kelli truly enjoys her job and continues to learn and challenge herself on a daily basis. Dr. Badker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ptosis. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Migraine, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy. Dr. Badker is board certified in Family Medicine, American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Badker is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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

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

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

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