Overview
Lauren Ropp, ARNP is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who joined the Des Moines Pediatric and Adolescent team officially in October of 2021. You may have seen her before this time as she started helping out back in 2019, took some time off to be with family, but is now back as a permanent part of the team.
She received her undergrad at Des Moines Area Community College and began work as a registered nurse working with pediatric patients at Blank Children’s Hospital in 2013. After years of experience in the hospital setting, she went on to work in a clinical setting specializing in pediatrics while she completed her Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner degree in 2019 from Walden University in Minneapolis, MN.
Lauren loves caring for all ages, but the pediatric population has always been her passion to care for. She loves seeing patients as newborns and watching them grow through the years and assisting them with their healthcare needs along the way.
She lives in Grimes with her husband and 4 boys. She enjoys camping, spending time with family and friends, and cheering for the Cyclones!.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Herpangina.
Ropp, NP is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board and Iowa Board Of Nursing/State Of Iowa.
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Locations
2785 N Ankeny Blvd, Suite 28, Ankeny, IA 50023
2301 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lauren S. Ropp, NP
How do I make an appointment with Lauren S. Ropp, NP?
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Is Lauren S. Ropp, NP a top-rated expert for Herpangina?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Lauren S. Ropp, NP is classified as an Experienced expert for Herpangina, 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 Lauren S. Ropp, NP specialize in?
While Lauren S. Ropp, NP is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Herpangina. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Lauren S. Ropp, NP accept my insurance?
Lauren S. Ropp, NP accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-964-2159 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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