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 St., Suite 2100, Des Moines, IA 50314
1755 59th Place West, Des Moines, IA 50266
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Dennis Whitmer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Dennis Whitmer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Dennis 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 Whitmer a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Dennis 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 Whitmer specialize in?
While Dr. Dennis 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 Whitmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Dennis 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.
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- 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.