Summary

Dr. Philip Bear specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing 45 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine. Dr. Bear is fluent in Spanish, Arabic, and English.

Dr. Bear practices at Saint Lukes Regional Medical Center, VA Central Iowa Health Care System Des Moines Division, and MercyOne Newton Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. He treats patients with heart rhythm disorders, including irregular heartbeats and heart block conditions. His expertise includes performing heart monitoring tests and specialized heart imaging procedures. Patients rate Dr. Bear 3.0 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 45 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Arabic, English
  • University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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Cardiovascular DiseaseInternal MedicineInternal MedicineCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients
45 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 78 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Arabic
Des Moines , IADubuque , IADes Moines , IAOttumwa , IA
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: University of Iowa Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Philip Allan Bear

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Philip Allan Bear has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Philip Allan Bear has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Philip Allan Bear holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Bear's NPI number is 1821070400.

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Dr. Philip Bear's office is located at 3600 30th St, Des Moines, IA, 50310.

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