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Summary
Vascular neurology is the focus of Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi's practice, and he treats altered level of consciousness, BE FAST stroke symptoms, and ischemic stroke, and performs emergency care. He practices neurology and vascular neurology in Des Moines, Iowa, and is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital and Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center. Dr. Kovi earned his medical degree from Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad and has 20 years of experience.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 20 years of experience
- Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi has 3 locationsUnitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1200 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309 Tel: (515) 241-6212
Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital
700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316 Tel: (515) 263-5612
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| Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi | Dr. Cinthi Pillai, MD | Dr. Henry Alexander Arts, MD | Dr. Marium Jamil, MD |
| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Neurology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 20 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Chinese, Spanish | ||
| Des Moines , IA | New York , NY | Birmingham , AL | Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad | Med School: Newcastle University UK | Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine | Med School: Dow Medical College |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi
Medical Specialties
Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad in 2006.
NPI Number
Dr. Kovi's NPI number is 1821483843.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi affiliated with?
- Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital and Unitypoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center.
- Where is Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi's office located?
- Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi's office is located at 1221 Pleasant St Ste 300, Des Moines, IA, 50309.
- Does Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Is Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi accepting new patients?
- Dr. Shivakrishna Kovi has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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