Summary

Dr. Gaffey graduated from the University of Iowa in 2004. He works in West Des Moines, IA and 3 other locations and specializes in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Gaffey is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Methodist West Hospital, Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Story County Medical Center, Clarke County Hospital and MERCYONE WEST DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER.

Quick Facts

  • 3.3
  • 22 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Loyola University Medical Center
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Luke Gaffey has 5 locations

Dmos Orthopaedic Centers

6001 Westown PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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

Dr. John Luke Gaffey

6001 Westown Pkwy Ste 701West Des Moines, IA 50266

Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital

1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

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Dr. John Luke Gaffey II, MDDr. Delwin Eugene QuenzerDr. Gregory James Yanish, MDDr. Arnis Benny Grundberg, MD
Hand SurgeryHand SurgeryHand SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.3 
4.8 
22 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 25 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, Spanish
West Des Moines , IADes Moines , IAClive , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Luke Gaffey

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Medical Specialties

Dr. John Luke Gaffey has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Luke Gaffey has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. John Luke Gaffey 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 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Loyola University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Gaffey's NPI number is 1396900809.

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Dr. John Gaffey's office is located at 6001 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, 50266.
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Dr. John Gaffey speaks English.

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