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Summary
Dr. Gerdes graduated from the University of Iowa in 1987. She works in Des Moines, IA and 1 other location and specializes in Critical Care Medicine and Pediatrics. Dr. Gerdes is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 39 years of experience
- Phoenix Childrens Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Karen Joann Gerdes has 2 locationsPediatric And Adult Allergy Pc
1212 Pleasant St Ste 110Des Moines, IA 50309 Tel: (515) 244-7229
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Karen Joann Gerdes, MD | Dr. Abigail Harmon Allard | Dr. Veena Ramachandran | Dr. Douglas E Selover |
| Critical Care Medicine | Pediatrics | Pediatrics | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 39 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 35 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 | |
| Des Moines , IA | Des Moines , IA | Des Moines , IA | Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine | Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health | Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Joann Gerdes
Medical Specialties
Dr. Karen Joann Gerdes has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karen Joann Gerdes has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Phoenix Childrens Hospital
Medical School
University Of IowaGraduated in 1987
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- Where is Dr. Karen Gerdes's office located?
- Dr. Karen Gerdes's office is located at 1212 Pleasant St Ste 110, Des Moines, IA, 50309.
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