Summary

Dr. Shawn Hancock is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the digestive system. They earned their medical degree from Midwestern University-Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and have been practicing for over two decades. Dr. Hancock is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing them to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Hancock practices at UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center in West Des Moines, Iowa. They focus on treating conditions such as colon polyps, iron deficiency anemia, and ulcerative colitis. Their expertise includes performing colonoscopies and endoscopic procedures to examine both the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract. Patients have given Dr. Hancock an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 21 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Shawn Hancock

5950 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyNurse PractitionerGastroenterology
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4.5 
21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English
West Des Moines , IASacramento , CADes Moines , IAWest Des Moines , IA
Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Shawn Hancock

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Shawn Hancock has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Shawn Hancock has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Shawn Hancock 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

Medical School

Graduated from Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Shawn Hancock's NPI number is 1467410720.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Shawn Hancock speak?
Shawn Hancock speaks Chinese and Spanish.
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