The 20 Best Thyroid Nodule Doctors Near Me in waterloo, IA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Thyroid Nodule near waterloo, IA. Of these, 10 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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14 providers found
    Distinguished in Thyroid Nodule
    Endocrinology
    Distinguished in Thyroid Nodule
    Endocrinology
    Referral required

    MercyOne Waterloo Endocrinology Care

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 300, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tulsi Sharma is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Sharma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. She is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Thyroid Nodule, and Hyperthyroidism. Dr. Sharma is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sharma is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Thyroid Nodule
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Thyroid Nodule
    Endocrinology
    Referral required

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W 9th St, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Burr is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Burr is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Toxic Nodular Goiter, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Thyroid Storm. Dr. Burr is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Thyroid Nodule
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Thyroid Nodule
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W 9th St, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nobuo Nakagawa is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Nakagawa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Lung Nodules, Liver Cancer, Liver Embolization, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Nakagawa is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W. 9th St., 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bob Filippone is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Filippone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Filippone is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology, American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Filippone is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Otolaryngology | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Otolaryngology | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Waterloo ENT/Audiology Care

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 411, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mary Pruzinsky is an Otolaryngologist and an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Pruzinsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tonsil Stones, Perichondritis, Low Nasal Bridge, and Nasal Septal Hematoma. Dr. Pruzinsky is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology, American Board Of Otolaryngology. Dr. Pruzinsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Endocrinology
    Referral required

    MercyOne Waterloo Endocrinology Care

    2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 300, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Fnu Deepika is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Deepika is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Storm, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Deepika is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Deepika is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W 9th St, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bryan Navarette is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Navarette is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Navarette is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Mercyone Waterloo Sleep Lab

    2710 Saint Francis Dr, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Neil Mcmahon is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Mcmahon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Mcmahon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Referral may be required

    Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation Lab

    1825 Logan Ave, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gopi Kota is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Kota is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Ascites, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Melorheostosis. Dr. Kota is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Referral may be required

    Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation Lab

    1825 Logan Ave, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rajeev Anugu is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Anugu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Ascites, Vertigo, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Anugu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    Referral may be required

    Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation Lab

    1825 Logan Ave, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Heggen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Heggen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, and Vertigo. Dr. Heggen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 107, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Melissa Garrett is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Garrett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Garrett is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Thyroid Nodule
    Advanced in Thyroid Nodule
    Referral required

    Unitypoint Clinic Diabetes And Endocrinology-Prairie Parkway

    5100 Prairie Pkwy Ste 202, 
    Cedar Falls, IA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chitravathi Yerrapareddy is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Dr. Yerrapareddy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, and Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism. Dr. Yerrapareddy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Thyroid Nodule
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Unitypoint Clinic Express-United Medical Park

    1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 108, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Felix Gonzales is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Gonzales is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Nodule. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Ear Cancer, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis. Dr. Gonzales is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Thyroid Nodule?

    A thyroid nodule is a growth (lump) in the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is located at the front of the neck, just above where your collarbones meet in the middle.

    When should I see a Thyroid Nodule doctor near waterloo, 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 Thyroid Nodule doctor near waterloo, 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 Thyroid Nodule doctors near waterloo, 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 Thyroid Nodule doctors near waterloo, 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 Thyroid Nodule doctor near waterloo, 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 Thyroid Nodule doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Thyroid Nodule 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 Thyroid Nodule doctor near waterloo, 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 Thyroid Nodule 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 Thyroid Nodule 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 Thyroid Nodule doctors near waterloo, IA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Thyroid Nodule 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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