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    MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Tenesmus near Des Moines, IA. Of these, 27 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    29 providers found
      Shankar Raman
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

      411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shankar Raman is a Gastroenterologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Raman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

      Jeffrey Neitzel
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery

      MercyOne Des Moines Trauma Center

      1111 6th Avenue, 0, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Neitzel is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Neitzel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Nurse Practitioner | Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Nurse Practitioner | Gastroenterology

      The Iowa Clinic

      5950 University Avenue, 
      West Des Moines, IA 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Amber has been an RN for the past eight years. Last December, she completed her Master of Science to become an ARNP and is excited to start her career at The Iowa Clinic. Ms. Dvorak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Tenesmus, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

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      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      Mercy Clinics Inc

      411 Laurel St, Suite 3320, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mayin Lin is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Appendectomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      Mercy Clinics Inc

      411 Laurel St, Suite 3320, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Soren Kraemer is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kraemer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Kraemer is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Experienced in Tenesmus

      Mercy Clinics Inc

      1111 6th Ave, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Poonputt Chotiprasidhi is a Gastroenterologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Chotiprasidhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery

      MercyOne Des Moines Trauma Center

      1111 6th Avenue, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Willie Mcclairen is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mcclairen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      Broadlawns Medical Center

      1801 Hickman Rd, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Swahili
      Accepting New Patients

      Ronnie Hawkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Labyrinthitis, Tracheitis, Cellulitis, and Lymphangitis. Dr. Hawkins is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      General Surgery

      Broadlawns Medical Center

      1801 Hickman Rd, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mathew Severidt is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Severidt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Severidt is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Experienced in Tenesmus

      Broadlawns Medical Center

      2508 E University Ave, 
      Des Moines, IA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Christopher Matson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Matson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Migraine, and Chronic Pain. Dr. Matson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Colorectal Surgery

      The Iowa Clinic

      5951 University Avenue, 
      West Des Moines, IA 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Opheim, MD, joined The Iowa Clinic Colorectal Surgery Department in 2022 and chose the Clinic because he wanted to work alongside a physician group that has a collective mission to provide the best possible care for its patients. He chose to specialize in colorectal surgery because colorectal disorders are unfortunately very common in our society, and he felt it would allow him to make a positive impact on many lives. He enjoys all aspects that colorectal surgery has to offer but is most interested in robotics, minimally invasive surgery, and endoscopy procedures. The most rewarding part of his job is when he is can offer a solution to a patient’s diagnosis or health issue - and the patient is able to make a full recovery. Dr. Opheim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Anal Fissure, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Advanced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine | General Practice

      Childserve Therapy Inc

      5406 Merle Hay Rd, 
      Johnston, IA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Laura Moeller is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Johnston, Iowa. Dr. Moeller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Tenesmus, High Cholesterol, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Familial Hypopituitarism, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Moeller is currently accepting new patients.

      Illa Chandani
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Pleasant Hill Family Medicine

      5900 East University Avenue, Suite 100, 
      Pleasant Hill, IA 
       (6.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Illa Chandani is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. Dr. Chandani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Empyema, Sinusitis, and High Cholesterol.

      Geethalakshmi Mani
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Clive Family Medicine

      1601 NW 114th Street, Suite 245 And 247, 
      Clive, IA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Geethalakshmi Mani is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Mani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Hypothyroidism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Laura Abels
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine

      800 East 1st Street, Suite 1700, 
      Ankeny, IA 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Laura Abels is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Abels is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Spasticity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Amy Mitchell
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Ankeny Prairie Trail Family Medicine

      2605 Southwest White Birch Drive, 
      Ankeny, IA 
       (9.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Amy Mitchell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, High Cholesterol, Macroamylasemia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Experienced in Tenesmus

      Mercy Clinics Inc

      1601 Nw 114th St, 342 Mercyone Clive Gastroe, 
      Clive, IA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients

      Krishnarao Gorrepati is a Gastroenterologist in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Gorrepati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gorrepati is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Iowa Digestive Disease Center PC

      1378 Nw 124th St, Suite 200, 
      Clive, IA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Tercio Lopes is a Gastroenterologist in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Lopes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Crohn's Disease, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Iowa Digestive Disease Center PC

      1378 Nw 124th St, Suite 200, 
      Clive, IA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Stacey Roberts is a Gastroenterologist in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. Her top areas of expertise are Berdon Syndrome, Anal Fissure, Crohn's Disease, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Roberts is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Tenesmus
      Gastroenterology

      Iowa Digestive Disease Center PC

      1378 Nw 124th St, Suite 200, 
      Clive, IA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Arjun Sondhi is a Gastroenterologist in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Sondhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tenesmus. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Sondhi is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Tenesmus?

      Tenesmus is the feeling that you need to pass stools, even though your bowels are already empty. It may involve straining, pain, and cramping.

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

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

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

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