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Summary
Dr. Andersen graduated from the Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004. She works in Ames, IA and 3 other locations and specializes in Pediatrics and Hospital Medicine. Dr. Andersen is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Mary Greeley Medical Center, MERCYONE WEST DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER and Mercyone Childrens Hospital.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 22 years of experience
- University Of Missouri At Kansas City
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Tara Nissa Andersen has 4 locationsMcfarland Clinic Pc
1215 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010 Tel: (515) 239-4400
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Pediatrics | Pediatrics | Pediatrics | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 22 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Chinese, Spanish | |||
| Ames , IA | Franklin , TN | Ames , IA | Des Moines , IA |
| Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: DES MOINES UNIVERSITY |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Tara Nissa Andersen has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Tara Nissa Andersen has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Doctor Of Osteopathy, Iowa, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Missouri At Kansas City
Medical School
Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2004
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