Summary

Dr. Desmond Khor is a surgeon who brings 12 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Melaka-Manipal Medical College, where he developed his foundation in surgical medicine. His expertise spans various surgical interventions, with particular focus on complex cases that require careful diagnostic evaluation and treatment planning.

Dr. Khor practices at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and maintains affiliations with University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center. He specializes in treating patients with chronic lung disease and COPD with comorbidities, as well as managing bowel obstructions. His diagnostic capabilities include performing chest fluoroscopy, chest X-rays, and abdominal X-rays to help identify and evaluate conditions that may require surgical intervention.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 12 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • Melaka-Manipal Medical College
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Desmond Fuxiang Khor has 2 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Dr. Desmond Fuxiang Khor

22 S GREENE ST # S8B13BALTIMORE, MD 21201

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Accepts New Patients
12 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Des Moines , IADes Moines , IADes Moines , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: Melaka-Manipal Medical College Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Rocky Vista University College Of Osteopathic Medicine - Utah Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Desmond Fuxiang Khor

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. Desmond Fuxiang Khor has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Desmond Fuxiang Khor has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Dr. Desmond Fuxiang Khor holds an inactive medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Melaka-Manipal Medical College in 2014.

NPI Number

Dr. Khor's NPI number is 1831619741.

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Dr. Desmond Khor is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.
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