The 20 Best Tension Headache Doctors Near Me in Iowa, US

Find the Top Tension Headache Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 226 doctor with experience in Tension Headache near Iowa, US. Of these, 222 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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226 providers found
    Distinguished in Tension Headache
    Distinguished in Tension Headache
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    MercyOne Waterloo Neurology

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 201, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Sangeeta Shah is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. 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 and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Waterloo Family Medicine

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 210, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Sankey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Sankey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Peripheral Artery Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Osteoarthritis. Dr. Sankey is board certified in Family Medicine, American Board Of Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Sankey is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    MercyOne Genesis Davenport Internal Medicine

    3200 W. Kimberly Road, 
    Davenport, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Michella Azar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Azar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Low Blood Sugar, Infant Hyperglycemia, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Azar is board certified in Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Azar is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    MercyOne Genesis Davenport Family Medicine At Health Plaza

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

    Christa Mclaughlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Mclaughlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Macroamylasemia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Mclaughlin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Norwalk Family Medicine

    9421 MarketPlace Dr., 
    Norwalk, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Agey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norwalk, Iowa. Dr. Agey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Agey is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    CHI Health Clinic Family Medicine/Pediatrics (W Broadway)

    3135 W Broadway, 
    Council Bluffs, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mel Roca is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Dr. Roca is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Roca is board certified in Family Medicine - American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Roca is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Genesis Davenport Convenient Care

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

    Robert Mixsell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Mixsell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 280 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Mixsell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Genesis Davenport Family Medicine At Health Plaza

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

    John Patton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Patton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Patton is board certified in American Board Of Family Practice. Dr. Patton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    Floyd Valley Clinics — Remsen

    15 E 2nd St, 
    Remsen, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Meis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Remsen, Iowa. Dr. Meis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Nephrosclerosis, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy. Dr. Meis is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Meis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne North Iowa Birth Center

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

    Christopher Morse is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mason City, Iowa. Dr. Morse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Sodium Level, Asthma in Children, Asthma, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Morse is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians and Family Medicine, American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians. Dr. Morse is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Waukee Family Medicine

    25 W. Hickman Road, 
    Waukee, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brianne Day is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waukee, Iowa. Dr. Day is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Day is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    MercyOne Genesis Bettendorf Family Medicine

    2140 53rd Ave., 
    Bettendorf, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Sign Language
    Accepting New Patients

    Catherine Schierbrock is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bettendorf, Iowa. Dr. Schierbrock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Hashimoto Thyroiditis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Schierbrock is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Monona Family Medicine

    101 Franklin St., 
    Monona, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cindy Huwe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Monona, Iowa. Dr. Huwe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Huwe is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Forest Park Family Medicine

    1010 4th St. SW, Suite 120, 
    Mason City, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Donell Timpe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mason City, Iowa. Dr. Timpe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Timpe is board certified in Family Medicine, American Board Of Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Timpe is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Waterloo Family Medicine

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 210, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lydia Mustafic is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Mustafic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Urinary Incontinence, and Peripheral Artery Disease. Dr. Mustafic is board certified in Family Medicine, American Board Of Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Mustafic is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    CHI Health Clinic Family Medicine/Pediatrics (W Broadway)

    3135 W Broadway, 
    Council Bluffs, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jamie Armbruster is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Dr. Armbruster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Low Potassium Level, High Cholesterol, Acute Cystitis, and Hypertension. Dr. Armbruster is board certified in Family Medicine - American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Armbruster is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Grimes Family Medicine

    250 Southwest Brookside Drive, 
    Grimes, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erin Swenka is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Grimes, Iowa. Dr. Swenka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Swenka is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Northeast Iowa Family Medicine & Residency

    2055 Kimball Ave., Suite 101, 
    Waterloo, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Suzanne Munns is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Munns is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Munns is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Genesis Woodlands Family Medicine

    4321 53rd Ave., 
    Bettendorf, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Aguilar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bettendorf, Iowa. Dr. Aguilar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Aguilar is board certified in American Board Of Family Practice. Dr. Aguilar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    MercyOne Pleasant Hill Urgent Care

    5900 E. University Ave., Suite 100, 
    Pleasant Hill, IA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    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 Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Empyema, Sinusitis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Chandani is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Tension Headache?

    A tension headache is the most common type of headache. It is pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck, and is often associated with muscle tightness or tenderness in these areas.

    When should I see a Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctors in Iowa, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Tension Headache 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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