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Summary
Dr. Gist graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2000. He works in Ankeny, IA and specializes in Optometry.
Quick Facts
- 26 years of experience
- 4 insurance plans accepted
- Illinois College Of Optometry
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Optometry | Optometry | Optometry | Optometry |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 26 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Ankeny , IA | Des Moines , IA | West Des Moines , IA | AMES , IA |
| Med School: Illinois College Of Optometry | Med School: Southern College of Optometry, Memphis, TN (O.D.) | Med School: Illinois College Of Optometry | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Russell R Gist has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Russell R Gist has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Doctor Of Optometry, Iowa, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Illinois College Of OptometryGraduated in 2000
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- Where is Dr. Russell Gist's office located?
- Dr. Russell Gist's office is located at 1810 SW White Birch Cir Ste 109, Ankeny, IA, 50023.
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