Summary

Dr. Doug Schulte specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, bringing over three decades of medical expertise to patients with ear, nose, and throat conditions. They completed medical school at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and pursued residency training at the prestigious Mayo Clinic and Medical School. With 31 years of practice experience, Dr. Schulte provides comprehensive care for both adult and pediatric patients. They are fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Schulte practices at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and sees patients in West Des Moines, Iowa. Their clinical expertise includes treating hearing loss in both adults and children, as well as managing middle ear fluid problems. Dr. Schulte performs specialized procedures such as middle ear surgery to restore hearing function and tympanostomy tube placement for chronic ear infections. They also provide tonsillectomy services for patients with recurrent throat infections or breathing difficulties. Patients rate Dr. Schulte 4.8 out of 5 stars for their care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 31 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mayo Clinic And Medical School
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Dr. Doug Schulte

5950 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryNeurologyOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
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4.8 
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31 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
West Des Moines , IABirmingham , ALWest Des Moines , IAAtlantic , IA
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Doug Schulte

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • PreferredOne
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Doug Schulte has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Doug Schulte has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mayo Clinic And Medical School

Medical School

Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1995

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Does Dr. Doug Schulte accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Doug Schulte's office located?
Dr. Doug Schulte's office is located at 5950 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA, 50266.
What languages does Dr. Doug Schulte speak?
Dr. Doug Schulte speaks English and Spanish.
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