Summary

Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with over four decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Guntur Medical College and completed his residency training at Kaleida Health System. Dr. Vemulapalli brings 41 years of clinical expertise to his practice, providing comprehensive digestive health care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Vemulapalli practices at multiple locations throughout the Des Moines area, including Clive, Des Moines, West Des Moines, and Ankeny. His hospital affiliations include UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, and several other regional healthcare facilities. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and abdominal pain. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to diagnose and treat digestive disorders. Patients have given Dr. Vemulapalli an average rating of 2.3 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 2.3
  • 41 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Kaleida Health System
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Ravi Prasad Sai Vemulapalli has 8 locations

Iowa Endoscopy Center

1378 Nw 124th St Ste 100Clive, IA 50325
Mon6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital

1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

Select Specialty Hospital Des Moines

1111 6th Ave Ofc 4Des Moines, IA 50314

Ankeny Medical Park Surgery Center

3625 N Ankeny Blvd Ste JAnkeny, IA 50023
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
2.3 
41 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Clive , IASacramento , CADes Moines , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: Guntur Medical College Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ravi Prasad Sai Vemulapalli

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Ravi Prasad Sai Vemulapalli has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ravi Prasad Sai Vemulapalli has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Dr. Ravi Prasad Sai Vemulapalli 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 expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kaleida Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Guntur Medical College in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Vemulapalli's NPI number is 1992763122.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli's office located?
Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli's office is located at 1378 Nw 124th St Ste 100, Clive, IA, 50325.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli accepting new patients?
Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli affiliated with?
Dr. Ravi Vemulapalli is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Broadlawns Medical Center, Unitypoint Health Methodist West Hospital, and MERCYONE WEST DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER.

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