Summary

Dr. Thomas Buroker is an oncologist who earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Harper Grace Hospital. With 58 years of experience in cancer care, he has dedicated his career to treating patients with various forms of cancer. Dr. Buroker speaks English and brings nearly six decades of expertise to his practice.

Dr. Buroker is affiliated with multiple leading medical centers throughout Iowa, including UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, and Saint Luke's Regional Medical Center in Des Moines and Sioux City. He specializes in treating breast cancer, including advanced and recurring cases, and helps patients manage treatment-related side effects like nausea and vomiting. His expertise includes administering IV chemotherapy and infusion therapy to deliver targeted cancer treatments. Patients rate Dr. Buroker 4.7 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care and clinical expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 58 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Harper Grace Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Richard Buroker has 7 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

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital

1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Mercyone Newton Cancer And Infusion Care

204 N 4th Ave ENewton, IA 50208
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

Mission Cancer And Blood

204 N 4th Ave ENewton, IA 50208

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

Saint Lukes Regional Medical Center

2720 Stone Park BlvdSioux City, IA 51104

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Speaks English Speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Des Moines , IADubuque , IADes Moines , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: American University Of Beirut Med School: Des Moines University Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Richard Buroker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Richard Buroker has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Richard Buroker has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Glandular Cancer (Adenocarcinoma)
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

Dr. Thomas Richard Buroker holds an active medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Harper Grace Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1968.

NPI Number

Dr. Buroker's NPI number is 1982665337.

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What languages does Dr. Thomas Buroker speak?
Dr. Thomas Buroker speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Thomas Buroker's office located?
Dr. Thomas Buroker's office is located at 1221 Pleasant St Ste 100, Des Moines, IA, 50309.

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