Summary

Dr. Paul Volker is a family medicine physician with specialized training in geriatric medicine, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin. With 41 years of experience caring for patients across all age groups, Dr. Volker has developed particular expertise in addressing the unique healthcare needs of older adults through his geriatric medicine specialty.

Dr. Volker maintains hospital privileges at Boone County Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines, Iowa, as well as Rock Island, Illinois, and Sioux City, Iowa. He focuses on treating patients experiencing weakness, mobility challenges such as limping, and issues with trunk control that can affect balance and movement. Dr. Volker incorporates physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans to help patients maintain their independence and improve their quality of life. His practice also includes preventive care services such as breast cancer screening. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and thorough approach to care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 41 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Paul Bennett Volker has 5 locations

Des Moines University Clinic

3200 Grand AveDes Moines, IA 50312
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Saint Lukes Regional Medical Center

2720 Stone Park BlvdSioux City, IA 51104

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41 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks English Speaks English, German, Portuguese
Des Moines , IALawrenceville , GADallas , TXSheridan , WY
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paul Bennett Volker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paul Bennett Volker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paul Bennett Volker has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Medical College Of Wisconsin

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 1985

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Dr. Paul Volker's office is located at 3200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50312.
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