25 of the Best Thoracic Surgeons Near Me in west des moines, IA

Dr. Marnix Verhofste is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon with MercyOne Iowa Heart in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Verhofste is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Verhofste is currently accepting new patients.

Bart Jenson, MD, specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Jenson is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Jenson is currently accepting new patients.

Rori Mankins, MD joined The Iowa Clinic’s Vascular Surgery department in 2021. She chose The Iowa Clinic because of the unique mix of private practice surgery with all the benefits of being involved in a training program. While in her general surgery residency, Dr. Mankins worked alongside some excellent vascular surgeons. It was this and the variety of surgical and endovascular procedures that attracted her to the specialty. The most rewarding part of her job is helping to improve a patient’s life through a variety of surgical approaches. Dr. Mankins is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arterial Embolism, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Mankins is board certified in American Board Of General Surgery and American Board Of Vascular Surgery. Dr. Mankins is currently accepting new patients.

Yuichi Ishida is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ishida is highly rated in 5 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.

Ali Alameri is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Alameri is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Alameri is currently accepting new patients.

David Hockmuth is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hockmuth is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Hockmuth is currently accepting new patients.

Trent Howard is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Howard is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Pleurisy, Carotid Artery Disease, Thymectomy, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Howard is currently accepting new patients.

Kent Thieman is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Robert Schneider is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Schneider is currently accepting new patients.

Jessica Wilson, PA-C, specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines in Des Moines, Iowa. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pneumomediastinum and Subcutaneous Emphysema. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.

Hashim M Hanif, MD joined the MercyOne Iowa Heart Center cardiothoracic surgery team in 2022. He is board certified in cardiothoracic surgery and performs surgeries at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center. Dr. Hanif enjoys being able to help his community when they need it the most. In his spare time he enjoys sports such a cricket. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Hanif is currently accepting new patients.

Kaitlyn Hennings, PA-C, specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines in Des Moines, Iowa. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection, and Pleurisy. Dr. Hennings is currently accepting new patients.

Jennifer Standifer, PA-C, specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines in Des Moines, Iowa. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy and Pleural Effusion. Dr. Standifer is currently accepting new patients.

Kaylene Rogers, PA-C, specializes in Cardiothoracic Surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines in Des Moines, Iowa. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta. Dr. Rogers is currently accepting new patients.

Angela Mueller, ARNP is a nurse practitioner focused on cardiothoracic surgery at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center in Des Moines. Dr. Mueller is currently accepting new patients.

Tayyaba Malik, MD, is a cardiothoracic surgeon with a special interest in robotic surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Iowa Heart Center. Procedures she performs include: Aortic aneurysmsAortic dissectionArrythmia surgeriesCoronary artery bypass graft (CABG)Lung cancer surgeriesValve surgeries In her free time, Dr. Malik enjoys exploring national parks and running. Dr. Malik is currently accepting new patients.

Jordan Vander Ploeg, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in cardiology at MercyOne Des Moines Iowa Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery. Conditions she treats include: Coronary heart disease Structural heart disease Procedures she helps perform include: Coronary artery bypass grafting Valve repair or replacements Thoracic procedures Jordan takes patient safety very seriously and strives to always advocate for what's best for you by actively listening to your needs. Dr. Ploeg is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Ploeg is currently accepting new patients.

James Hopkins is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa.