
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.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE PDP
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
Locations
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.
MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care
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.
MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care
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.
MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care
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
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
- Distinguished
- Colorectal CancerDr. Raman isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Raman isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Advanced
- Anal FissureDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Berdon SyndromeDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Berdon Syndrome.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Pilonidal Sinus DiseaseDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Pilonidal Sinus Disease.
- ProctitisDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Raman isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Acrogeria, Gottron TypeDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Acrogeria, Gottron Type.
- Anal CancerDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anorectal AbscessDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Anorectal Abscess.
- AppendectomyDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Appendectomy.
- Appendix CancerDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Appendix Cancer.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Bazex SyndromeDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Bazex Syndrome.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- CellulitisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chylous AscitesDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Chylous Ascites.
- ColitisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- ColostomyDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Congenital Hypotrichosis MiliaDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hypotrichosis Milia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- EndoscopyDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- Genital WartsDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Genital Warts.
- Granulomatous HypophysitisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Granulomatous Hypophysitis.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- Hereditary Mucoepithelial DysplasiaDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia.
- HerniaDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hidradenitis SuppurativaDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Hidradenitis Suppurativa.
- IleostomyDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Iridogoniodysgenesis Type 1Dr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Iridogoniodysgenesis Type 1.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Lymphomatoid GranulomatosisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Lymphomatoid Granulomatosis.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Mesenteric Venous ThrombosisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.
- Nakajo-Nishimura SyndromeDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Nakajo-Nishimura Syndrome.
- NecrosisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Necrotizing GranulomaDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Granuloma.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- OophorectomyDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Oophorectomy.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- PeritonitisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Peritonitis.
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- Stiff Skin SyndromeDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Stiff Skin Syndrome.
- TenesmusDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Raman isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.


