The 20 Best Metabolic Syndrome Doctors Near Me in West Des Moines, IA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in Metabolic Syndrome near West Des Moines, IA. Of these, 20 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology

    Unity Point Cardiology Penn Ave

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Hart is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hart is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Unstable Angina, Heart Attack, Metabolic Syndrome, Apoplexy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome

    Catholic Health Initiatives-Iowa Corp.

    5880 University Ave, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Mcgaughey is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mcgaughey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Arterial Embolism, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Atrial Fibrillation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome

    Catholic Health Initiatives-Iowa Corp.

    5880 University Ave, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Fraizer is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Fraizer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty.

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    Distinguished in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology

    Office

    1215 SE Pleasant View Dr Ste 618, 
    Waukee, IA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shubha Deep is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Waukee, Iowa. Dr. Deep is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metabolic Syndrome, Unstable Angina, Heart Attack, and Apoplexy. Dr. Deep is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Medicine, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiac Computed Tomography, and Interventional Cardiology (Board Eligible).

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology

    Office

    5950 University Ave Ste 231, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Lovell is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Lovell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sick Sinus Syndrome, Arrhythmias, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome

    Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Cardiology-Lakeview

    6000 University Ave Ste A20, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nelson Telles is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Telles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Apoplexy, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology

    Office

    5950 University Ave Ste 231, 
    West Des Moines,, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Lemon is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines,, Iowa. Dr. Lemon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Ectopic Heartbeat, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome

    Office

    5880 University Ave Ste 102, 
    West Des Moines,, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Liberato Iannone is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines,, Iowa. Dr. Iannone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Arterial Embolism, Angina, Angioplasty, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome

    Catholic Health Initiatives-Iowa Corp.

    5880 University Ave, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shakuntala Advani is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Advani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Coronary Heart Disease, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome

    Catholic Health Initiatives-Iowa Corp.

    5880 University Ave, 
    West Des Moines,, IA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Margaret Verhey is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines,, Iowa. Dr. Verhey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infective Endocarditis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Attack, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel St Ste A250, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Randolph Rough is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Rough is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Arrhythmias, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Catholic Health Initiatives-Iowa Corp.

    5880 University Ave, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron From is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. From is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Pacemaker Implantation, and Atherectomy.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome

    Office

    1215 SE Pleasant View Dr Ste 618, 
    Waukee,, IA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Musab Alqasrawi is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Waukee,, Iowa. Dr. Alqasrawi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Alqasrawi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Certification Board Of Nuclear Cardiology.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome

    Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Cardiology-Methodist Plaza

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 414, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eduardo Antezano is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Antezano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Angina, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology

    Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel St Ste A250, 
    Des Moines,, IA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Magdi Ghali is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines,, Iowa. Dr. Ghali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Apoplexy, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel St Ste A250, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel From is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. From is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cardiology

    Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel St Ste A250, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Bissing is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Bissing is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    UnityPoint Clinic

    6010 Mills Civic Pkwy, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Burns is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Burns is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurosarcoidosis, Sarcoidosis, Triple A Syndrome, Addison's Disease, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome

    Office

    1215 Pleasant St, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abdulrahman Abdulbaki is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Abdulbaki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Unstable Angina, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Experienced in Metabolic Syndrome

    Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Cardiology-Methodist Plaza

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 414, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajeev Fernando is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Fernando is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Attack, Arterial Embolism, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Metabolic Syndrome?

    Metabolic syndrome is a name for a group of risk factors that occur together and increase the chance of having coronary artery disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.

    When should I see a Metabolic Syndrome doctor near West 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 Metabolic Syndrome doctor near West 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 Metabolic Syndrome doctors near West 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 Metabolic Syndrome doctors near West 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 Metabolic Syndrome doctor near West 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 Metabolic Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome doctor near West 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 Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome doctors near West Des Moines, IA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Metabolic Syndrome 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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