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

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The 20 Best Shingles Doctors near Des Moines, IA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 94 doctor with experience in Shingles near Des Moines, IA. Of these, 90 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Michael Blaess
    Experienced in Shingles
    Holistic Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Holistic Medicine

    Mercyone East Village Clinics

    1350 Des Moines St Ste 110, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Blaess is a primary care provider, practicing in Holistic Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Mr. Blaess is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Heike Schmolck
    Experienced in Shingles
    Experienced in Shingles

    Office

    1111 6th Ave Ste A100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Heike Schmolck is a Neurologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Schmolck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Andrew Bishop
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone Des Moines Pediatrics Urgent Care

    330 Laurel St Ste 2100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Bishop is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Bishop is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Stiff Person Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Scrotal Swelling, and Peptic Ulcer.

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    Carlos Alarcon
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Polk County

    1907 Carpenter Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlos Alarcon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Alarcon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hypertension.

    Jill Johnson
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center

    3200 Grand Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jill Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.

    Robert Callahan
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Office

    4326 Hickman Rd Ste 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Callahan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Callahan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Occupational Health Center PC

    320 Watson Powell Jr Way, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Steinmann is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Steinmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Hypopituitarism, Panhypopituitarism, Hypogonadism, and Sheehan Syndrome.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 206, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sudeep Gupta, DO joins The Iowa Clinic Downtown Family Medicine department with a passion for providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He chose The Iowa Clinic for its collaborate environment and the ability to provide exceptional patient care. Dr. Gupta enjoys the unique opportunity Family Medicine presents to be able to care for patients from infancy through their senior years. The ability to support patients through various health challenges and milestones is something he finds most rewarding about his practice. An Ames, Iowa native, Dr. Gupta completed his medical degree at Des Moines University and has been in medical practice for over 25 years. Outside of work, he enjoys playing golf and cheering on Iowa State athletics and the Minnesota Vikings. He also enjoys spending time with his kids and wife of 28 years, who he married after knowing her for just three weeks! If he wasn’t a provider, Dr. Gupta might have pursued a career in teaching economics or working in finance. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Office

    3176 Th Ave Ste 400, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Jensen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Jensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Occipital Horn Syndrome, Homocystinuria due to MTHFR Deficiency, Familial Benign Copper Deficiency, and Menkes Disease.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1300 Walnut St Ste 102A, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carole Frier is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Frier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), Hypothyroidism, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 206, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julia Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Jones has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, Pyridoxine Deficiency, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    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 Shingles. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Chronic Kidney Disease, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 206, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anxious to return to the Midwest, Dr. Drewry felt The Iowa Clinic was a perfect fit because of the positive culture, great team attitude, and patient-first mentality. He enjoys the challenges of internal medicine and not knowing what each day will bring. Dr. Drewry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Gangrene, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Richard Preston MD PC

    1221 Center St Ste 8, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Todd Jensen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Jensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Shwartzman Phenomenon, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    The Iowa Clinic

    1224 Pleasant Street, Suite 215, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Jauron, MD has been practicing with The Iowa Clinic since 2014. Prior to coming to The Iowa Clinic, Dr. Jauron practiced at UnityPoint for over 12 years. The opportunity to practice in Johnston, which is closer to her home and her kids in Johnston schools, and to be a part of a smaller organization where doctors are involved in decision making is what brought her to The Iowa Clinic. Dr. Jauron originally became a family doctor for the variety of conditions and treatments. Continuity of care is very important in family medicine and treating the whole person has appealed to her from day one. Dr. Jauron values the long term patient relationships, from adolescence to adulthood, she develops with patients through the years. She most enjoys helping people live well and recover from health issues, or helping them learn to live with chronic conditions and best optimize their health. She loves taking care of pediatric patients and entire families. Simple aspects of medicine such as helping a child recover from illness or injury, knowing she is in turn helping an entire family, brings her great joy. Dr. Jauron takes pride in the fact that she is a doctor who advocates for her patients as they navigate the healthcare system. Clinical interests include women’s healthcare and dermatology. Dr. Jauron is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Internal Medicine

    Central Iowa Hospital Corporation

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

    Michael Mccleary is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mccleary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Tietz Syndrome, Costochondritis, and Delirium.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Central Iowa Hospital Corp.

    840 E University Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelli Roenfanz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Roenfanz has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Shingles
    Anesthesiology

    Medical Center Anesthesiologists PC

    411 Laurel St Ste 3170, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jolene Smith is an Anesthesiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Cervical Spondylosis, Pudendal Neuralgia, and Wallerian Degeneration.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Central Iowa Hospital Corporation

    2103 Ingersoll Ave, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Shires is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Shires is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma.

    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Shingles
    Family Medicine

    Primary Health Care Engebretsen Clinic

    2353 SE 14th St, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susan Kennedy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kennedy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Shingles?

    Shingles (also known as herpes zoster) results from infection by the varicella zoster virus. This common virus causes chickenpox (also known as varicella), which is characterized by itchy spots on the skin that cover the whole body and usually occurs in childhood or adolescence. After the body fights the initial infection, the varicella zoster virus remains in nerve cells for the rest of a person's life. Because the virus is controlled by immune system cells called T cells, it is generally inactive (latent) and typically causes no health problems. However, in some people, the virus becomes active again (reactivates) and causes shingles. Shingles can occur at any age, although it is rare in childhood and becomes more common after age 50.

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

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

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

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