Summary

Dr. Melissa Ehm Pote is a family medicine physician with 22 years of experience caring for patients of all ages. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she developed expertise in comprehensive primary care. Dr. Pote speaks both English and Spanish, allowing her to connect with diverse families in her community.

Dr. Pote practices at multiple locations including MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, and UnityPoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital in Ankeny and Des Moines, Iowa. She specializes in managing high cholesterol and hypertension in both children and adults. Her practice includes routine blood work and comprehensive physical exams to help patients maintain their health. Patients rate Dr. Pote 4.3 out of 5 stars for her compassionate care and thorough approach to family medicine.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 22 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Melissa Ann Ehm Pote has 3 locations

The Iowa Clinic Ankeny Campus

1410 SW Tradition DrAnkeny, IA 50023
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

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4.3 
4.2 
22 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, German, Portuguese
Ankeny , IABoca Raton , FLDallas , TXSheridan , WY
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa Ann Ehm Pote has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Iowa, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2004

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Dr. Melissa Ehm Pote speaks English and Spanish.
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Dr. Melissa Ehm Pote's office is located at 1410 SW Tradition Dr, Ankeny, IA, 50023.
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