Dr. David A. Vittetoe, MD | Des Moines, IA | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. David Vittetoe is an orthopedic surgeon with over three decades of experience serving patients throughout Iowa. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency at Summa Health System. With 31 years in practice, Dr. Vittetoe has developed extensive expertise in treating conditions affecting bones, joints, and the musculoskeletal system. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Vittetoe practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines and West Des Moines, with hospital affiliations including UnityPoint Health Methodist West Hospital, UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, and MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center. His clinical focus centers on helping patients overcome joint pain and arthritis. He specializes in treating knee pain and osteoarthritis using both surgical and non-surgical approaches. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Vittetoe highly, giving him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.5

35 Ratings
31 years of experience
speaks English
Summa Health System
11 written reviews
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
10 hospital affiliations
10 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Vittetoe's Ratings and Reviews

4.5

35 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Dr. Vittetoe is the best at everything! Skillful, knowledgable, timely, professional, communicable, WONDERFUL! Nobody does it better!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

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January 30th, 2024

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Dr. Vittetoe was great. He explained the choices I had. I had to wait a few months to have surgery, but the day of surgery I could walk, basically pain free. The after care was helpful.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

October 29th, 2023

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I felt it really cared about me as a patient. He did xrays and ended up giving me a shot and we will see how long that lasts. I would give him a 5 for care and attention.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 24th, 2022

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Dr. Vittetoe is wonderful. He explains what is going on with your situation and listens to your questions and concerns.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 1st, 2022

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I had a wonderful experience at DMOS and with Dr. Vittetoe during my knee replacement surgery. He is a caring, compassionate, and very kind physician. I always felt like he was genuinely concerned about providing the best possible care to me. The staff were also very organized and polite. I highly recommend Dr. Vittetoe who is an excellent physician. Thank you Dr. Vittetoe! Sincerely, Meena

November 2nd, 2018

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Dr. Vittetoe is a wonderful surgeon. He is kind and caring which is a plus because he is also the best knee surgeon. He did my surgery on my right knee and I was so happy with the results that I had my left knee replaced just four months later. I am a new person who can actually function.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 3rd, 2018

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Two years ago I couldn't stand for 5 minutes, use stairs, or do much of anything. After having both knees and 1 hip replaced by Dr. Vittitoe and his DMOS team, I am a new woman. Can stand, walk, wait in line without pain. This even though I am obese. A brilliant surgeon with an EXCELLENT "bedside manner" as well!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 20th, 2014

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I went to 3 other knee Drs. and nothing helped. 2 vists to Dr. Vitteoe and gound the problen and we are fixed and doing great.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 18th, 2014

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Great surgeon and human being, very professional, I recommend to everyone who has joint problems or needs joint surgeries.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 28th, 2013

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Took forever to get an appointment

Did Well

Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Flexible scheduling

March 28th, 2011

Dmos Orthopaedic Centers

1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 213Des Moines, IA 50316

Tel: (515) 263-9696

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

Dmos Orthopaedic Centers

6001 Westown PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Tel: (515) 224-1414

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

Tel: (515) 247-3121

Blank Childrens Hospital

1200 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309

Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center

1200 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309

Tel: (515) 241-6212

Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital

1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Tel: (515) 343-1000

Mercyone West Des Moines Medical Center

1755 59th PlWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Tel: (515) 358-8000

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50314

Tel: (515) 282-2200

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

Tel: (515) 263-5612

Saint Lukes Regional Medical Center

2720 Stone Park BlvdSioux City, IA 51104

Tel: (712) 279-3500


Dr. David Anthony Vittetoe, MD	Dr. Christopher Branden Vincent, MD	Dr. Benjamin Robert Beecher, MD	Dr. Craig Robert Mahoney, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (35 Ratings)	4.7 (3 Ratings)	3.5 (53 Ratings)	4.3 (20 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Des Moines , IA	Pella , IA	Des Moines , IA	Des Moines , IA
Med School: University Of Iowa	Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Iowa	Med School: University Of Iowa
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Dr. David Anthony Vittetoe holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Summa Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Vittetoe's NPI number is 1790749174.

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Where is Dr. David Vittetoe's office located?: Dr. David Vittetoe's office is located at 1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 213, Des Moines, IA, 50316.
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Which hospitals is Dr. David Vittetoe affiliated with?: Dr. David Vittetoe is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Methodist West Hospital, Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Broadlawns Medical Center, Saint Lukes Regional Medical Center, Story County Medical Center, Clarke County Hospital, MERCYONE WEST DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER, and BLANK CHILDRENS HOSPITAL.
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