Summary

Dr. Vega Were specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, focusing on complex conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. She earned her medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and brings six years of experience to her practice. Her expertise includes treating challenging conditions such as olfactory neuroblastoma, a rare type of cancer that affects the nasal cavity.

Dr. Were practices at multiple locations across Nebraska and Iowa, including Chi Health Mercy Hospital Council Bluffs, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, and Boys Town National Research Hospital Downtown in Omaha. She performs advanced surgical procedures including craniotomy and sinus surgery. Her surgical skills allow her to address both routine sinus problems and complex head and neck conditions that require specialized care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 6 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Vega Were has 3 locations

Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital

933 E Pierce StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

Boys Town Ear Nose And Throat Clinic

320 McKenzie Ave Ste 202Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
6 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Council Bluffs , IAOmaha , NEOmaha , NEOmaha , NE
Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: Washington University School of Medicine - Saint Louis, MO
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vega Were

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vega Were has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vega Were has the following area of expertise

  • Otolaryngology

Certifications, License, & Education

6 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2025, Inactive
Medical Doctor, Nebraska, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated in 2020

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Vega Were's office located?
Dr. Vega Were's office is located at 800 Mercy Dr, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vega Were affiliated with?
Dr. Vega Were is affiliated with Chi Health Mercy Hospital Council Bluffs, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, and Boys Town National Research Hospital Downtown.
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