The 20 Best Sepsis Doctors Near Me in Ames, IA

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 257 doctor with experience in Sepsis near Ames, IA. Of these, 217 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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257 providers found
    Experienced in Sepsis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sepsis
    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 Sepsis. 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 Sepsis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sepsis
    Family Medicine

    Lakes Regional Family Medicine

    2301 Highway 71 S, Suite C, 
    Spirit Lake, IA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Zachary Borus is a family medicine/OB physician at Lakes Regional Family Medicine. Dr. Borus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Endoscopy. Dr. Borus is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Siouxland Infectious Disease Care

    624 Jones Street, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Lamptey is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Lamptey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Hepatitis, Strep Throat, and Hepatitis C.

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    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

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

    Aneesa Afroze, MD, specializes in Infectious Disease at MercyOne Des Moines Infectious Disease Care Clinic. Dr. Afroze is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Infective Endocarditis, Strep Throat, and Infectious Arthritis. Dr. Afroze is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    Iowa City VA Health System

    601 Highway 6 W, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eli Perencevich is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Perencevich is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Sepsis, Pneumonia, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Infectious Disease Care

    411 Laurel St., Suite A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Casey Rice, MD, specializes in Infectious Disease at MercyOne Des Moines Infectious Disease Care Clinic in Des Moines, Iowa. I'm originally a ""Michigander,"" raised in Brighton, MI but now live happily in Iowa with my wife and kids. I like dad jokes, learning new things and hearing new perspectives, playing guitar at church, and pub trivia. Some of my goals with patients are to listen well and to help people understand their diagnoses and treatments.". Dr. Rice is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infective Endocarditis, Sepsis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), and Strep Throat. Dr. Rice is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Infectious Disease Care

    411 Laurel St., Suite A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ravi Vemuri, MD, specializes in Infectious Disease at MercyOne Des Moines Infectious Disease Care Clinic in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Vemuri is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Infective Endocarditis, Infectious Arthritis, and Pneumonia. Dr. Vemuri is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sepsis
    Intensive Care Medicine | Infectious Disease | Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Sepsis
    Intensive Care Medicine | Infectious Disease | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Pulmonary & Critical Care

    411 Laurel St., Suite A120, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I am a Des Moines native. Both my undergrad and medical-school education were completed in Iowa. I traveled to Baltimore, Maryland for residency and then to Omaha, Nebraska for fellowship. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and playing music. I had a non-traditional path to becoming a physician and my hope is to treat every patient with compassion and understanding of his or her unique situation. Dr. Carrington is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Respiratory Acidosis, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Carrington is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    State University Of Iowa

    540 E Jefferson St, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese
    Accepting New Patients

    Michihiko Goto is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Goto is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Osteomyelitis, and Mediastinitis. Dr. Goto is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Diekema is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Dr. Diekema is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Sepsis, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and COVID-19.

    Advanced in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Genesis Infectious Disease Care

    1228 E. Rusholme St. E. Rusholme Health Plaza 1, Suite 3060, 
    Davenport, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bharat A. Motwani, MD is a provider located at MercyOne Genesis Infectious Disease Care in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Motwani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex. Dr. Motwani is board certified in American Board(s) Of Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease.

    Advanced in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    Medical Associates Clinic - E.

    1000 Langworthy St., 
    Dubuque, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Honorio Caceres is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Caceres is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Lymphangitis, Osteomyelitis, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Caceres is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Caceres is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Waterloo Infectious Disease Care

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 300, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ami Patel is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Sepsis, Lymphangitis, and Osteomyelitis. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Sepsis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Siouxland Infectious Disease Care

    624 Jones Street, 0, 
    Sioux City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shola Ogundipe is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Ogundipe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses SAPHO Syndrome, Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA).

    Advanced in Sepsis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Sepsis
    Internal Medicine

    MercyOne Genesis Davenport Internal Medicine

    3200 W. Kimberly Road, 
    Davenport, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gaurav Ahuja, MD is a hospitalist and provider of internal medicine services for MercyOne Genesis. Dr. Ahuja is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Anemia, Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Ahuja is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sepsis
    Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Sepsis
    Hospital Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Genesis Davenport Hospitalists

    1230 E. Rusholme St. E. Rusholme Health Plaza 2, Suite 109, 
    Davenport, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Todd Gray is a hospitalist for MercyOne Genesis. Dr. Gray is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Pneumonia, Stroke, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Sepsis
    Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Sepsis
    Hospital Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center

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

    Dr. Suraj Pazhoor has been a teacher and has held different leadership roles from Hospitalist Fellowship Director to Hospitalist Medical Director in various renowned and local health care organizations. His goal is always to improve patient centered care and solve problems to help others live their best life.As a physician, Dr. Pazhoor is humbled by the trust patients have in him to be their partner in their personal moments. He is honored to help guide patients and families to make choices when there is uncertainty and frustration. He also enjoys being a part of creating a healthier world and being able to reflect on his own work, whenever there is relief of pain and a smile on a face. Dr. Pazhoor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Pazhoor is board certified in Family Medicine, American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Sepsis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sepsis
    Internal Medicine

    Davis County Hospital

    509 N Madison St, 
    Bloomfield, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Floyd is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bloomfield, Iowa. Dr. Floyd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Premature Ovarian Failure, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Sepsis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sepsis
    Internal Medicine

    University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

    200 Hawkins Dr, 
    Iowa City, IA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sandip Chaugai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Chaugai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Low Blood Pressure, Hypertension, and Low Potassium Level. Dr. Chaugai is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sepsis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Sepsis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 206, 
    Des Moines, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shardul Poudyal is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Poudyal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sepsis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Poudyal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Sepsis?

    Sepsis is an illness in which the body has a severe, inflammatory response to bacteria or other germs.

    When should I see a Sepsis doctor near Ames, 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 Sepsis doctor near Ames, 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 Sepsis doctors near Ames, 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 Sepsis doctors near Ames, 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 Sepsis doctor near Ames, 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 Sepsis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sepsis 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 Sepsis doctor near Ames, 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 Sepsis 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 Sepsis 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 Sepsis doctors near Ames, IA?

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

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