Overview
Dr. Eischeid is a board-certified neurologist with subspecialty and fellowship training in movement disorders from Stanford University.I'm originally from Manning, Iowa. I completed my undergraduate at Creighton University in Omaha, Neb., with degrees in biology and psychology, and completed medical school at the University of Iowa’s Carver College of Medicine in Iowa City, Iowa. I stuck around Iowa City to partake in a neurology residency, then I completed a fellowship in movement disorders at Stanford University in California. After my fellowship, I became a clinical assistant professor at Stanford in the movement disorders division. I moved back to Iowa to be closer to family and have been practicing at MercyOne Ruan Neurology since January 2022.As a movement disorders neurologist, I have special interest in the medical and surgical management of Parkinson's disease and essential tremor. My specialty experience also encompasses atypical parkinsonian conditions such as dementia with Lewy Bodies, progressive supranuclear palsy, multiple system atrophy, corticobasal syndrome as well as dystonia, ataxia and Huntington's disease. I have expertise in performing botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for dystonia, spasticity, hemifacial spasm (facial twitching), sialorrhea (drooling) and blepharospasm.At MercyOne Ruan Neurology, we strive to keep up with recent trends in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions, including movement disorders. Since 2023, we have been one of the only clinics in the state of Iowa to perform skin biopsies to further aid in the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.
Dr. Eischeid is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Dry Mouth.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Eischeid is currently accepting new patients.
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1111 6th Ave., Suite A100, Des Moines, IA 50314
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alex Eischeid
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Is Dr. Alex Eischeid a top-rated expert for Essential Tremor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alex Eischeid is classified as an Distinguished expert for Essential Tremor, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alex Eischeid specialize in?
While Dr. Alex Eischeid is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Alex Eischeid participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alex Eischeid has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Essential Tremor. You can view a list of Dr. Alex Eischeid's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alex Eischeid accept my insurance?
Dr. Alex Eischeid accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-358-0011 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Essential TremorDr. Eischeid isDistinguished. Learn about Essential Tremor.
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- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Eischeid isAdvanced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Dry MouthDr. Eischeid isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Mouth.
- Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)Dr. Eischeid isAdvanced. Learn about Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
- Movement DisordersDr. Eischeid isAdvanced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Eischeid isAdvanced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Primary Orthostatic TremorDr. Eischeid isAdvanced. Learn about Primary Orthostatic Tremor.
- Experienced
- Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency
- AthetosisDr. Eischeid isExperienced. Learn about Athetosis.
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Eischeid isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- CamptocormismDr. Eischeid isExperienced. Learn about Camptocormism.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Eischeid isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Cerebellar Multiple System AtrophyDr. Eischeid isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy.