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Dr. Carlos Pelaez, MD

Trauma Surgery* Age 46
Dr. Carlos Pelaez, MD
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Dr. Carlos Pelaez, MD is a Trauma Surgery Specialist in Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Carlos Pelaez, MD

Trauma Surgery* Age 46
Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
Dr. Carlos Pelaez, MD is a Trauma Surgery Specialist in Des Moines, IA.

About

Dr. Pelaez graduated from Unversidad De Iberoamerica and completed a residency at New York Medical College - Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Carlos Pelaez, MD is a Trauma Surgery Specialist in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Pelaez currently practices at Methodist Medical Center Plaza II - Downtown and are affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. At present, Dr. Pelaez received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Pelaez's office accepts new patients. Dr. Pelaez also speaks Spanish. Dr. Pelaez is board certified in Critical Care Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Enter a condition or procedure
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Cancer
Gallstones
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lung Cancer
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Organ Transplant
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Appendectomy
Bile Duct Procedure
Colectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrotomy
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparotomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 The Iowa Clinic Trauma Surgery Downtown
    1212 Pleasant St Ste 211, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Jul 26, 2023
I am pretty sure Dr. Peleaz saved my life. He asked questions and heard my answers. He didn't hesitate. Explained everything. Kept family involved. Did a fantastic job and sent me on my way. I would recommend him to anyone, happily.
Roberta Powell — Jul 26, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Trauma Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Unversidad De Iberoamerica
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Critical Care Surgery and General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • New York Medical College - Montefiore Medical Center
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Cornell University - Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center
Fellowship Hospital
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Carlos Pelaez, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pelaez's profile.

Dr. Carlos Pelaez, MD is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Carlos Pelaez, MD holds board certification in Critical Care Surgery and General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA