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Summary
Dr. Matthew Alexander treats ventral hernia, esophageal stricture, and Schatzki's ring, and performs appendectomy. He practices surgery and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Alexander is affiliated with University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center and sees patients in Des Moines and Iowa City, Iowa. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Medicine.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 12 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander has 5 locationsBlank Childrens Surgery Clinic
1206 Pleasant St Fl 2Des Moines, IA 50309 Tel: (515) 241-6546
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Unitypoint 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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| Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander, MD | Dr. John Axel Strom, MD | Dr. Joseph Gregory Bauer, MD | Dr. Alan Russell Koslow, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Vascular Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 12 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 |
| Des Moines , IA | West Burlington , IA | Des Moines , IA | West Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia 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. Matthew Scott Alexander
Medical Specialties
Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
12 Years Experience
Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander holds an active medical license in the state of Iowa.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine in 2014.
NPI Number
Dr. Alexander's NPI number is 1760895536.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Matthew Alexander affiliated with?
- Dr. Matthew Alexander is affiliated with University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.
- Where is Dr. Matthew Alexander's office located?
- Dr. Matthew Alexander's office is located at 1206 Pleasant St Fl 2, Des Moines, IA, 50309.
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- Dr. Matthew Alexander has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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