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Dr. Cass Franklin, MD

General Surgery* Age 72
Dr. Cass Franklin, MD
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Dr. Cass Franklin, MD is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Cass Franklin, MD

General Surgery* Age 72
Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience
Dr. Cass Franklin, MD is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, IA.

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Dr. Franklin graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1978 and completed a residency at University of Pennsylvania School of Med.Dr. Cass Franklin, MD is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, IA and has 46 years experience. Dr. Franklin currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. At present, Dr. Franklin received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Franklin's office accepts new patients. Dr. Franklin is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Hyperparathyroidism
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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Rib Fracture
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
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Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Wound Repair
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Burn Injuries
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
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Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Lymphangioma
Osteosarcoma
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Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
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Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
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Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Second-Degree Burns
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Thyroid Cancer
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Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
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Abdominal Organ Transplant
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Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Peritoneal Dialysis
Port Placements or Replacements
Renal Transplant
Skin Grafts
Spinal Nerve Block
Thoracentesis
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Simply Healthcare Plans
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Aetna
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care
  • PHCS Par-Multi Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Mercy Pet Scanner LLC
    411 Laurel St Ste 2310, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 247-4261
  2. 2 Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 643-8770
  3. 3 Office
    411 Laurel St Ste 3250, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 643-6400
  4. 4 Mercyone West Des Moines Medical Center
    1755 59th Pl, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 358-8000

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Feb 16, 2017
I worked with Dr Franklin many years ago I found him to be a caring and very professional person. He always wants the best for his patients, he is a very compassionate people who wants only the best outcome for his patients. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
Sharon Gray Benning in Indianapolis, IN — Feb 16, 2017
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    1979
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Pennsylvania School of Med
    1982
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Tufts University School of Med
    1985
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Cass Franklin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Franklin's profile.

Dr. Cass Franklin, MD is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Cass Franklin, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA