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Summary
Dr. Joseph Wickard is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and anesthesiology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and has been practicing medicine for 16 years. His dual specialty training allows him to provide comprehensive care both as an internist managing complex medical conditions and as an anesthesiologist ensuring patient comfort during procedures.
Dr. Wickard maintains affiliations with several leading healthcare facilities in Des Moines, including MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, and MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center. He focuses on treating conditions such as arthritis of the knee and other joints, as well as managing pain after surgery. His anesthesiology expertise includes providing sedation services, specialized nerve blocks for knee procedures, and spinal and epidural anesthesia for women during childbirth.
Dr. Wickard maintains affiliations with several leading healthcare facilities in Des Moines, including MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, and MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center. He focuses on treating conditions such as arthritis of the knee and other joints, as well as managing pain after surgery. His anesthesiology expertise includes providing sedation services, specialized nerve blocks for knee procedures, and spinal and epidural anesthesia for women during childbirth.
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Quick Facts
- 16 years of experience
- University Of Iowa
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Joseph Charles Wickard has 4 locationsUnitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1200 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309 Tel: (515) 241-6212
Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316 Tel: (515) 263-5612
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 16 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Des Moines , IA | DES MOINES , IA | Cedar Rapids , IA | Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Joseph Charles Wickard has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joseph Charles Wickard has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of IowaGraduated in 2010
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Wickard affiliated with?
- Dr. Joseph Wickard is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, and MERCYONE WEST DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER.
- Where is Dr. Joseph Wickard's office located?
- Dr. Joseph Wickard's office is located at 411 Laurel St Ste 3170, Des Moines, IA, 50314.
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