Overview
Kari Coleman, ARNP, is a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner at MercyOne Des Moines Pediatrics Neurology Care and MercyOne Waukee Pediatrics Care.“I enjoy spending time with you and helping you improve your health,” said Kari. “I work with a great team of colleagues at MercyOne.”Kari specializes in personalized pediatric neurological care for headaches and migraines. She also cares for pediatric patients with concussions, developmental delays, movement disorders and seizures. Working closely with our pediatric neurologists, Kari orders diagnostic tests such as EEGs and MRIs to develop specialized plans of care tailored to each patient.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, and Absence Seizure.
Dr. Coleman is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
330 Laurel St., Suite 1200, Des Moines, IA 50314
350 E. Hickman Rd., Waukee, IA 50263
MercyOne Des Moines Pediatrics Neurology Care
Rifali Patel, MD, specializes in pediatric neurological disorders with a major focus on pediatric epilepsy, including new-onset seizures, drug-resistant childhood epilepsy- Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS), Doose syndrome, epilepsy surgery and status epilepticus.She treats all types of epilepsy in children of all ages by using diagnostic tools, such as video EEG monitoring and routine EEGs, and genetic testing and neuroimaging. Dr. Patel offers anti-epileptic medications and surgical and dietary treatments to control seizures and reduce those risks so your child can live a safer, healthier life.Dr. Patel has training in pediatric neurology and pediatric neurophysiology, with a pediatric epilepsy-focused fellowship at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University in Atlanta, Ga. She also completed pediatric residency at Woodhull Hospital at NYU Langone School of Medicine in New York.Dr. Patel also has expertise in diagnosing developmental delays, cerebral palsy, pediatric stroke, headache disorders, tic disorders, autoimmune central nervous system (CNS) disorders, pediatric neuromuscular disease, psychological non-epileptic events, traumatic brain injury and genetic conditions affecting brain development.She has experience in diagnosing and managing dizziness, POTS, dysautonomia, headaches, somatic and functional disorders, developmental delay, concussion and neurovascular disorders. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 97 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Dravet Syndrome, and Memory Loss. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.
Mercy Clinics Inc.
Haley Masterson is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Masterson is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Aphantasia, Transient Tic Disorder, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kari Coleman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kari Coleman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kari Coleman by calling their office at 515-643-6290. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kari Coleman a top-rated expert for Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kari Coleman is classified as an Experienced expert for Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, 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. Kari Coleman specialize in?
While Dr. Kari Coleman is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.
Does Dr. Kari Coleman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kari Coleman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-643-6290 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Absence SeizureDr. Coleman isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Epilepsy Juvenile AbsenceDr. Coleman isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy Juvenile Absence.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Coleman isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- SeizuresDr. Coleman isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.