Shankar R. Raman
Expertise in
19
conditions
Expertise in
19
conditions
411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, 
Des Moines, IA 

Overview

Shankar Raman, MD, specializes in General Surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Group in Des Moines, Iowa.

Dr. Raman is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 45 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Raman is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Colorectal Surgery
General Surgery
Surgical Oncology

Licenses

Colon & Rectal Surgery in IA

Hospital Affiliations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care
411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, Des Moines, IA 50314

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.


45 Total Publications

Selected Abstracts.
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Expertise in
18
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Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
Expertise in
18
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Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
Referral may be required

MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

411 Laurel St., Suite 2100, 
Des Moines, IA 
 (0.1 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
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Soren Kraemer, MD, specializes in General Surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Group in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kraemer is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Kraemer is currently accepting new patients.

Expertise in
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Expertise in
16
conditions
Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
Referral may be required

MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

411 Laurel St., Suite 2100, 
Des Moines, IA 
 (0.1 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

Mayin Lin, D.O., M.P.H., is a colorectal surgeon at MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Group. She specializes in diseases and surgery of the colon, rectum, and anus. Dr. Lin completed her General Surgery training at New York-Presbyterian/Queens and went on to complete her fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Lin performs complex laparoscopic and robotic surgery, as well as colonoscopies. Dr. Lin is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Appendectomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

Expertise in
21
conditions
Surgical Oncology
Expertise in
21
conditions
Surgical Oncology
Referral may be required

MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, 
Des Moines, IA 
 (0.1 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English, Slovak
Accepting New Patients

Jan Franko is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Franko is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Splenectomy. Dr. Franko is currently accepting new patients.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shankar R. Raman

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shankar R. Raman?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Shankar R. Raman 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. Shankar R. Raman a top-rated expert for Colorectal Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shankar R. Raman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Colorectal Cancer, 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. Shankar R. Raman specialize in?

While Dr. Shankar R. Raman is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.

Does Dr. Shankar R. Raman participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shankar R. Raman has published 45 articles and abstracts on conditions like Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Shankar R. Raman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shankar R. Raman accept my insurance?

Dr. Shankar R. Raman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. 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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