Summary

Dr. Joseph Brunkhorst is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in preventative medicine and sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Northwestern University. With 20 years of experience in practice, Dr. Brunkhorst brings extensive knowledge to treating musculoskeletal conditions and sports-related injuries. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Brunkhorst practices at UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital and sees patients in Ankeny, Iowa. He focuses on treating joint pain, shoulder discomfort, and knee problems. His approach includes physical therapy to help patients regain mobility and strength training to build muscle support. Manual therapy techniques are also part of his treatment options to address pain and improve function. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 20 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Northwestern University
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph A Brunkhorst has 3 locations

Dr. Joseph A Brunkhorst

350 NE 36th St Ste 213Ankeny, IA 50021

Dr. Joseph A Brunkhorst

350 NE 36th StAnkeny, IA 50021
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
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Ankeny Medical Park Surgery Center

3625 N ANKENY BLVD STE JANKENY, IA 50023
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryPreventative MedicinePediatricsPreventative Medicine
20 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Ankeny , IAUrbandale , IAAnkeny , IAJohnston , IA
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph A Brunkhorst

  • 1st Agency
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • GEHA
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • 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. Joseph A Brunkhorst has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph A Brunkhorst has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Preventative Medicine
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Iowa, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Northwestern University

Medical School

Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2006

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Dr. Joseph Brunkhorst speaks English.
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