Summary

Dr. John Stern has practiced vascular surgery and surgery for 44 years and is affiliated with VA Central Iowa Health Care System Des Moines Division, UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, and Saint Luke's Regional Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine and sees patients in Des Moines, Iowa. He speaks English and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.7
  • 44 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Louis University School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. John Alan Stern has 6 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Blank Childrens Developmental Center

1200 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309
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

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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Dr. John Alan Stern, MDDr. John Axel Strom, MDDr. Joseph Gregory Bauer, MDDr. Alan Russell Koslow, MD
Vascular SurgerySurgerySurgeryVascular Surgery
Accepts New Patients
2.7 
4.2 
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2.3 
44 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Des Moines , IAWest Burlington , IADes Moines , IAWest Des Moines , IA
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS COLLEGE OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Alan Stern

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Alan Stern has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Alan Stern has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. John Alan Stern 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 2024.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from St Louis University School Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Stern's NPI number is 1982681995.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. John Stern speak?
Dr. John Stern speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Stern?
You can find contact information for Dr. John Stern here on Vitals.
Does Dr. John Stern accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Stern has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. John Stern's office located?
Dr. John Stern's office is located at 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Stern affiliated with?
Dr. John Stern is affiliated with Va Central Iowa Health Care System Des Moines Division, Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, and Saint Lukes Regional Medical Center.

Data Sources

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