The 20 Best Gastrostomy Doctors near ankeny, IA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 77 doctor with experience in Gastrostomy near ankeny, IA. Of these, 71 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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77 providers found
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Internal Medicine

    MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine

    800 E. 1st St., Suite 1700, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Wortman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Wortman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Wortman is board certified in Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wortman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    Internal Medicine

    The Iowa Clinic Internal Medicine Ankeny

    1410 SW Tradition Dr, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Danney Drewry is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Drewry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Gangrene, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Drewry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery | Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

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

    Ryan Roe is a General Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Roe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Roe is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3625 N Ankeny Blvd Ste H, 
    Ankeny, IA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Benjamin Stradling is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Ankeny, Iowa. Dr. Stradling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Secondary Peritonitis, Peritonitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Stradling is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    Referral may be required

    Diagnostic Imaging Associates

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ryan Cook is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Cook is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Lung Nodules, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Cook is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Praveen Prasad is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Prasad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Prasad is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Trauma Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Willie Mcclairen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mcclairen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mcclairen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Gastrostomy
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    MercyOne Clive Family Medicine

    1601 NW 114th St., Suite 245 And 247, 
    Clive, IA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Narasimha Palagummi is a Hospital Medicine provider practicing medicine in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Palagummi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Vitamin D Deficiency, Schizoaffective Disorder, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Palagummi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Palagummi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Hospital Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Hospital Medicine | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Hospitalists

    1111 6th Avenue, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Bernard is a Hospital Medicine specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Bernard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, Rotor Syndrome, Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bernard is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Pulmonary Medicine | Infectious Disease | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Pulmonary Medicine | Infectious Disease | Intensive Care Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Avenue, 0, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Carrington is a Pulmonary Medicine specialist and an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Carrington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Respiratory Acidosis, Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Carrington is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Neurosurgery | Pediatrics | Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Neurosurgery | Pediatrics | Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Neurosurgery

    1111 6th Avenue, Suite B1, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Esmiralda Henderson is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Henderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Henderson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Referral may be required

    Diagnostic Imaging Associates

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients

    Bharanidhar Chandrasekaran is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Chandrasekaran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Chandrasekaran is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Neurosurgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Neurosurgery | Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Neurosurgery

    1111 6th Ave., Suite B1, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Troy Munson is a Neurosurgery specialist and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Munson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Hydrocephalus, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Munson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bradley Wilcox is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Wilcox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Wilcox is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Trauma Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Omer Ismail is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ismail is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ismail is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Trauma Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Losh is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Losh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Perforation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Losh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Gastroenterology Hospitalists

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Grubel is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Grubel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Grubel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel Street, Suite A250, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yuichi Ishida is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ishida is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Infective Endocarditis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Ishida is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Transplant Care

    411 Laurel Street, Suite 2310, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cass Franklin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Franklin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Franklin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Gastrostomy
    Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

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

    Jan Franko is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Franko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gastrostomy. He is also highly rated in 21 other 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.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    When should I see a Gastrostomy doctor near ankeny, IA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Gastrostomy doctor near ankeny, IA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Gastrostomy doctors near ankeny, IA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Gastrostomy doctors near ankeny, IA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Gastrostomy doctor near ankeny, IA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Gastrostomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastrostomy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Gastrostomy doctor near ankeny, IA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Gastrostomy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Gastrostomy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Gastrostomy doctors near ankeny, IA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gastrostomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Gastrostomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastrostomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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