Summary

Dr. Amy Hughes is an oncologist and internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. With 21 years of experience treating cancer patients, she specializes in oncology with additional training in internal medicine. Dr. Hughes is fluent in English.

Dr. Hughes practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines, Iowa, including Mission Cancer And Blood and Medical Oncology And Hematology Associates. She also sees patients at UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center and Broadlawns Medical Center, with an additional location in Ankeny. Her expertise focuses on treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. She regularly performs comprehensive blood work including complete blood counts and metabolic panels to monitor her patients' health during treatment. Patients have given Dr. Hughes an average rating of 3.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 21 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Amy Elizabeth Hughes has 5 locations

Mission Cancer And Blood

1221 Pleasant St Ste 100Des Moines, IA 50309
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

Medical Oncology And Hematology Associates

411 Laurel St Ste A300Des Moines, IA 50314
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

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50314

Mission Cancer Blood

1950 SW MAGAZINE RDANKENY, IA 50023
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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Dr. Amy Elizabeth Hughes, MDDr. Vignesh ViswanathanDr. Beth Yvonne Besecker, MDDr. Tamarisakandala Narayan, MD
OncologyNephrologyCritical Care MedicineAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
21 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Des Moines , IADes Moines , IADes Moines , IAAlbia , IA
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Chettinad Hospital & Research Institute Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine Med School: Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Amy Elizabeth Hughes

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • APWU
  • Arkansas Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareOregon
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Amy Elizabeth Hughes has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Amy Elizabeth Hughes has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Chemotherapy
  • Internal Medicine
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Iowa, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2005

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Amy Hughes affiliated with?
Dr. Amy Hughes is affiliated with Lucas County Health Center.
Is Dr. Amy Hughes accepting new patients?
Dr. Amy Hughes is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Amy Hughes's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Amy Hughes's office located?
Dr. Amy Hughes's office is located at 1221 Pleasant St Ste 100, Des Moines, IA, 50309.
Does Dr. Amy Hughes accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Amy Hughes has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amy Hughes?
You can find contact information for Dr. Amy Hughes here on Vitals.

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