Overview
Dennis Whitmer, DO, specializes in General Surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Group (Des Moines) in Des Moines, Iowa.Born and raised in Kansas. Moved to Iowa in 1993. Graduated from The University of Kansas and practiced PT for five years. Medical school at Des Moines University and Surgery Residency at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center. Enjoy golfing and bicycling.My practice includes General, Breast and Robotic surgery. My Robotic practice has grown substantially over the past 3-5 years. I also enjoy my Breast Cancer and Surgery practice at MercyOne Comfort Women's Center.
Dr. Whitmer is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.
Dr. Whitmer is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, Des Moines, IA 50314
MercyOne West Des Moines Vascular Surgery
David Chew, MD, specializes in Vascular Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines in West Des Moines, Iowa.Certifications:general and thoracic surgeryMedical School:National University of SingaporeInternship:Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh, U.K.Residency:Columbia University/St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital in New York CityFellowship:Harvard University/Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. Dr. Chew is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Aneurysm Repair. Dr. Chew is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne West Des Moines Vascular Surgery
James Ebaugh, MD, specializes in Vascular Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ebaugh is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Embolism, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Ebaugh is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne West Des Moines Vascular Surgery
Jose Borromeo, MD, is a Vascular Surgeon at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Borromeo joined the Vascular Surgery team at the Iowa Heart Center in 2007.He is a native of the Philippines and holds a medical degree from the University of the Philippines. He completed his general surgery training at Columbia University/St. Luke’s- Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York and his vascular surgery fellowship at Yale-New Haven Hospital.Dr. Borromeo is board certified in general surgery and vascular surgery. He currently sees patients in West Des Moines, Indianola and Ottumwa and performs surgery at Mercy Medical Center - Des Moines. Dr. Borromeo is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Borromeo is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Dennis A. Whitmer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Dennis A. Whitmer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Dennis A. Whitmer by calling their office at 515-247-3266. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Dennis A. Whitmer a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Dennis A. Whitmer is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hernia, 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. Dennis A. Whitmer specialize in?
While Dr. Dennis A. Whitmer is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallstones. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Dennis A. Whitmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Dennis A. Whitmer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-247-3266 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- CholecystitisDr. Whitmer isDistinguished. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Whitmer isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Whitmer isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Whitmer isDistinguished. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Whitmer isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Whitmer isDistinguished. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
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- Breast CancerDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- CellulitisDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- Juvenile AngiofibromaDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Angiofibroma.
- Lump in the AbdomenDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Lump in the Abdomen.
- Necrotizing FasciitisDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Necrotizing Fasciitis.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Whitmer isAdvanced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Experienced
- Acrogeria, Gottron TypeDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Acrogeria, Gottron Type.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Bazex SyndromeDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Bazex Syndrome.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- Breast Enlargement In MalesDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Breast Enlargement In Males.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Congenital Hypotrichosis MiliaDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hypotrichosis Milia.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Epidermoid CystDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Epidermoid Cyst.
- EscharDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Eschar.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GastritisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Granulomatous HypophysitisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Granulomatous Hypophysitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hereditary Mucoepithelial DysplasiaDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- Iridogoniodysgenesis Type 1Dr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Iridogoniodysgenesis Type 1.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Lymphomatoid GranulomatosisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Lymphomatoid Granulomatosis.
- Morning SicknessDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Nakajo-Nishimura SyndromeDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Nakajo-Nishimura Syndrome.
- NecrosisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Necrotizing GranulomaDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Granuloma.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- PeritonitisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Peritonitis.
- Pilonidal Sinus DiseaseDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Pilonidal Sinus Disease.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- Stiff Skin SyndromeDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Stiff Skin Syndrome.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Whitmer isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.