3.7
3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Patria Alba Aponte specializes in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, as well as pediatrics, bringing over two decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre Y Maestra in the Dominican Republic and completed her residency at Children's Mercy Hospital at the University of Missouri. Her 21 years of experience have established her as a trusted specialist in hormonal disorders and metabolic conditions affecting both children and adults. Dr. Aponte is fluent in English.
Dr. Aponte practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines, Iowa, including UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, and Blank Children's Hospital. She focuses on treating various forms of diabetes, including Type 1 diabetes and geriatric diabetes management. Her expertise extends to comprehensive thyroid care, performing thyroid function panels and specialized hormone testing to diagnose …and monitor thyroid conditions. Patients rate Dr. Aponte 3.7 out of 5 stars for her care.
Read More Read less Dr. Aponte practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines, Iowa, including UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, and Blank Children's Hospital. She focuses on treating various forms of diabetes, including Type 1 diabetes and geriatric diabetes management. Her expertise extends to comprehensive thyroid care, performing thyroid function panels and specialized hormone testing to diagnose …and monitor thyroid conditions. Patients rate Dr. Aponte 3.7 out of 5 stars for her care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 21 years of experience
- speaks English
- Childrens Mercy Hosp/Univ Of Mo
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Patria Mercedes Alba Aponte has 3 locationsUnitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1200 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309 Tel: (515) 241-6212
Blank Childrens Endocrinology Clinic
1215 Pleasant St Ste 300Des Moines, IA 50309 Tel: (515) 241-6500
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316 Tel: (515) 263-5612
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| Dr. Patria Mercedes Alba Aponte, MD | Dr. Douglas E Selover | Dr. Steven T Dawson | Dr. James Roloff |
| Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Pediatrics | Pediatrics | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 21 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 54 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 | Speaks English |
| Des Moines , IA | Des Moines , IA | Des Moines , IA | Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La Salud | Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: American University of the Caribbean | Med School: University of Missouri at Columbia |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Patria Mercedes Alba Aponte has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Patria Mercedes Alba Aponte has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Childrens Mercy Hosp/Univ Of Mo
Medical School
Pontificia Univ Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm) Fac De Cien De La SaludGraduated in 2005
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- Dr. Patria Alba Aponte speaks English.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Patria Alba Aponte affiliated with?
- Dr. Patria Alba Aponte is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, and BLANK CHILDRENS HOSPITAL.
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