Overview
Dr. Eric Temple was drawn to The Iowa Clinic due to its fantastic reputation as well as the ability to work with all specialties under one roof. He believes that working hand-in-hand with the other specialists provides better and quicker care for patients. Dr. Temple chose Podiatry and Foot & Ankle Surgery because he enjoys when patients get back on their feet and are able to participate in activities they enjoy after having a bad trauma or disabling foot and ankle condition. He considers seeing his patients return to pain-free feet the most rewarding part of his job.
Dr. Temple is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Ledderhose Disease.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
5509 Northwest 86th Street, Johnston, IA 49515
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
The Iowa Clinic
David Groen, DPM has been practicing at The Iowa Clinic since 2001. Dr. Groen was injured running track at Iowa State University and sent to a Foot & Ankle Specialist, which sparked his interest in Foot & Ankle Surgery and the rest is history. The ability to change lives by allowing his patients to get more active or back to their previous levels of activity is what he loves about his practice. Being an athlete, Dr. Groen has a special interest in treating athletes and athletic injuries. Dr. Groen is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Bunions, Ledderhose Disease, and Fibromatosis.
Justin J Raatz, Dpm PLLC
Justin Raatz is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Raatz is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, Fibromatosis, and Ingrown Toenail. Dr. Raatz is currently accepting new patients.
Justin J Raatz, Dpm PLLC
Kelsey Millonig is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Millonig is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Bunions, Hammer Toe, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Millonig is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric Temple
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Temple?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric Temple by calling their office at 515-875-9876. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Eric Temple a top-rated expert for Gangrene?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric Temple is classified as an Advanced expert for Gangrene, 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. Eric Temple specialize in?
While Dr. Eric Temple is a Podiatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Gangrene, Fibromatosis, and Plantar Fasciitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Podiatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Eric Temple participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Eric Temple has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gangrene. You can view a list of Dr. Eric Temple's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Eric Temple accept my insurance?
Dr. Eric Temple accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-875-9876 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- BunionsDr. Temple isAdvanced. Learn about Bunions.
- FibromatosisDr. Temple isAdvanced. Learn about Fibromatosis.
- GangreneDr. Temple isAdvanced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Ingrown ToenailDr. Temple isAdvanced. Learn about Ingrown Toenail.
- Ledderhose DiseaseDr. Temple isAdvanced. Learn about Ledderhose Disease.
- Morton NeuromaDr. Temple isAdvanced. Learn about Morton Neuroma.
- Experienced
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Temple isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Flat FeetDr. Temple isExperienced. Learn about Flat Feet.
- Fungal Nail InfectionDr. Temple isExperienced. Learn about Fungal Nail Infection.
- Hammer ToeDr. Temple isExperienced. Learn about Hammer Toe.
- Macrodactyly of the FootDr. Temple isExperienced. Learn about Macrodactyly of the Foot.
- Pudendal NeuralgiaDr. Temple isExperienced. Learn about Pudendal Neuralgia.

