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  • Primary Care, Preventative Medicine, Family Medicine
  • Accepting new patients
  • 9 years of experience
  • Circle Medical 505 E GRAND AVE STE 200, Des Moines, IA 50309

Brief Intro

What makes you passionate about being a healthcare provider?

I enjoy helping people understand their health and make informed decisions to improve it. As a primary care provider, I really get to evaluate the whole person and am trained to handle a wide variety of problems without having to refer which is nice. I enjoy getting to know each individual and their life circumstances which also allows me to maximize well-being for that unique person.

In your opinion, what should be the role of a primary care provider for a patient, taking into account both physical health and behavioral health needs?

The primary care provider is responsible for providing knowledge and options to the patient in terms of what changes they can make to improve their health and lead the life they want. However, it should always be a partnership and care should be patient-centered as the patient is the one who will be living with the choices made. A good primary care provider will help the patient understand their health problems and together, they can work on improving the patient's physical and emotional wellbeing.

Tell us a little bit about yourself. What do you like to do in your spare time?

I am a new mom and my infant son takes up a lot of my time right now! But I enjoy reading, traveling, and Zumba. I also run a small health education nonprofit which has been a really rewarding experience.

Circle Medical, an all-encompassing primary healthcare center, boasts a network of over 350 certified professionals available across 26 states. Renowned for our proficient and approachable team, we pride ourselves on accommodating most PPO insurance and Medicare, without any membership fees. Our hallmark is the convenience of scheduling same or next-day appointments through our acclaimed 4.8/5-star app, facilitating remote consultations from any location. With three existing clinic sites and imminent expansions, we aim to further simplify access to care.

At Circle Medical, we prioritize providing a secure environment for everyone seeking top-tier, research-backed medical services. Our range of expertise spans from Annual Wellness Exams to specialized care such as Sleep Apnea treatment, Gender-Affirming procedures, Mental Healthcare, ADHD diagnosis, and beyond. Schedule your appointment with us today and experience exceptional healthcare firsthand.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Genesis Quad Cities

MEDICAL SCHOOL

University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine - 2016

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • 505 E GRAND AVE STE 200, Des Moines, IA 50309

Specialties Treated

  • Family Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Primary Care
  • Preventative Medicine
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Conditions Addressed

  • Calculus of the Urinary System
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Cholelethiasis or Cholecystitis
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • Cirrhosis
  • Constipation
  • Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
  • Dehydration
  • Dementia
  • Diverticulitis
  • Diverticulosis
  • Emphysema
  • Endometriosis
  • Epilepsy
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Gout
  • Bunions
  • Hearing Loss
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Herpes Simplex
  • Herpes Zoster
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Hypertension (HTN)
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
  • Insomnia
  • Internal Derangement of Knee
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Lyme Disease
  • Hair Loss
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nephrotic Syndrome
  • Non-Toxic Goiter
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
  • Pericarditis
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Anal Fissure
  • Osteoporosis
  • Otitis Media
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ)
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)
  • Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease
  • Pertussis
  • Eye Infections
  • Allergies
  • Asthma
  • Arthritis
  • Diabetes
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Diarrhea
  • Food Intolerance
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Ulcers
  • Fatigue
  • Fatty Liver
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Hormonal Imbalance
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Low Libido
  • Menopause
  • Tendinitis
  • Hashimoto's
  • Nasal Obstruction
  • Sinus headaches
  • Nasal Polyps
  • Acid Reflux
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Age/Brown Spots
  • Pneumonia
  • Bloating
  • Chronic Cough
  • Cluster Headache
  • Conjunctivitis
  • COPD
  • Delayed Ejaculation
  • Depression
  • Dislocations
  • Ear infection
  • Edema
  • Fungal Infections
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hives
  • Hyperhidrosis
  • Lupus
  • Melasma
  • Migraine
  • Osteopenia
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease
  • Personality Disorders
  • Peyronie's Disease
  • Premature Ejaculation
  • Seborrheic Dermatitis
  • Shoulder impingement
  • Sinusitis
  • Sleep Apnea
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
  • Stress Management
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Swelling
  • Tendonitis
  • Tinea Versicolor
  • Uterine Fibroids
  • Vitiligo
  • Vocal cord disorders
  • Warts
  • Wheezing
  • Whiplash
  • Anemia
  • Vaginismus
  • Learning Disorder
  • Patellar Tendon Tear
  • Stress Fractures
  • Diabetic Foot Ulcers
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Achilles Tendinitis
  • Sjogren's Syndrome
  • Vasculitis
  • Raynaud's Phenomenon
  • Bursitis
  • Eczema
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Mastitis
  • Sun Damaged Skin
  • Prostatitis
  • Psoriasis
  • Cervical Radiculopathy
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Scoliosis
  • Trigger Finger
  • Family Conflict
  • Hepatitis
  • Blisters
  • Ganglion Cyst
  • Vaginal Infection
  • Cough
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Rash
  • Raynaud's Disease
  • Ligament Injuries
  • Neuritis
  • Sore Throat
  • Tuberculosis
  • Muscle Strains
  • De Quervain tenosynovitis
  • Mood Swings
  • Hypersomnia
  • Lacerations
  • Shin splints
  • Restless Leg Syndrome
  • Nerve Compression
  • Metacarpal Fracture
  • Hemifacial Spasm
  • Gynecomastia
  • Jock Itch
  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Heart Murmur
  • Dizziness
  • Fainting
  • Toenail Fungus
  • Vaginal Prolapse
  • Athlete's Foot
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Kidney Stones
  • Myopathy
  • Mental Illness
  • Cold and Flu
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Rosacea
  • Pinched Nerves
  • Cellulitis
  • Medial Epicondylitis
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Radiculopathy
  • Muscle Spasms
  • Tendinopathies
  • Heart Disease
  • Rubella or Measles
  • Pituitary Disorders
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Dysmenorrhea / Abnormal Menses
  • Carpal Tunnel
  • Pelvic floor disorders
  • Cystocele or dropped bladder
  • Spine Fractures
  • Frequent Urination
  • Abscess
  • Black Stool/Melena
  • Sciatica
  • Dysphagia
  • Strep Throat
  • Tonsillitis
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
  • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
  • Hip Fractures
  • Rotator Cuff Tear
  • SLAP Tear
  • Tennis Elbow
  • Ringworm
  • Molluscum Contagiosum
  • Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
  • Nutritional Deficiencies
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • AC Joint Separation
  • Golfers and Tennis elbow
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
  • Tourette Syndrome
  • Vaginal Atrophy
  • Shingles
  • Dandruff
  • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
  • Tingling
  • Numbness
  • Folliculitis
  • Cold Sores
  • Skin and Subcutaneous Infections
  • Gential Warts
  • Genital Herpes
  • Hand-Foot and Mouth Disease
  • Head Lice
  • Keloids
  • Urticaria
  • Hemangioma
  • Iliotibial band syndrome
  • Piriformis Syndrome
  • Perimenopause
  • Peripheral Artery Disease
  • Lactose Intolerance
  • Charley Horse
  • Torticollis
  • Lung Nodules
  • Vertigo
  • Hernia
  • Upper Respiratory Infections
  • Metabolic Disorders
  • Interstitial Lung Disease
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
  • Hematuria
  • Elevated PSA
  • Hypotension
  • Helicobacter Pylori Infection
  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • Gallstones
  • Male Hypogonadism
  • Pericardial Effusion
  • Jaundice
  • Irregular Periods
  • Thyroiditis
  • Athlete's Foot
  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Varicose Veins
  • Anxiety Phobic Disorders
  • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Pancreatitis
  • Stroke
  • Aortic Regurgitation
  • Aortic Stenosis
  • Bell's Palsy
  • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
  • Acute Bronchitis
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Procedures Performed

  • Vaccine Administration
  • Liver Biopsy
  • Sleep and EEG Testing
  • Fertility Counseling
  • Birth Control
  • Postpartum Care
  • Wound Care
  • Nerve Blocks
  • Trigger point injection
  • Diabetes Prevention
  • Blood Tests
  • Stress Management
  • Prolotherapy
  • Radiofrequency ablation
  • Medication management
  • ADHD Testing
  • Anti-Aging treatments and injections
  • Blood Glucose monitoring
  • Diet and lifestyle modification
  • Diet and Supplements
  • Fertility Testing
  • Gender Selection
  • Hormone Consultation
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Medical Weight Loss
  • Prep Therapy
  • Sleep Apnea Treatments
  • Sleep Study
  • Wellness Care
  • Dietary Supplements
  • Holter Monitor
  • Arterial Doppler
  • Suture removal
  • Prescription Refill
  • General Follow Up
  • New Patient Visit
  • LGBT Care
  • Pain Management
  • Nuclear Stress Testing
  • Blood Work
  • Sleep Apnea Oral Appliances
  • Adult Pain Relief and Wellness
  • Blood Pressure Medication
  • Transgender Hormone Therapy
  • Well Woman Check-ups & Annual Exams
  • Preventive Medicine and Wellness, Health Maintenance
  • Angiography and Venography
  • ADD/ADHD Testing
  • Dietary Counseling
  • Cholesterol Reduction
  • Hair Restoration for Men
  • Annual Physical Exam
  • Adult Annual Physicals/Wellness Check ups
  • Mental Health Management
  • CPAP Therapy
  • Tilt Table Test
  • Echocardiogram
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Treatment (ADHD)
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Aetna
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  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 8
  • Orthopedics 17
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 13
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 15
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 15
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 4
  • Children's Hospital 2
  • Urology 13
  • Psychiatry 15
  • Geriatrics 15
  • Rehabilitation 16
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 2
  • Ophthalmology 1
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 1
  • Rheumatology 1
  • Long Term Care 2
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 8