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Dr. Chad Buhs, MD

General Surgery* Age 57
Dr. Chad Buhs, MD
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Dr. Chad Buhs, MD is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Chad Buhs, MD

General Surgery* Age 57
Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
15 years of experience
Dr. Chad Buhs, MD is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, IA.

About

Dr. Buhs graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS. Dr. Chad Buhs, MD is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, IA and has 15 years experience. Dr. Buhs currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. Dr. Buhs has experience treating conditions like Gallstones among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Buhs received an average rating of 2.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Dr. Buhs' office accepts new patients. Dr. Buhs is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallbladder Removal
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Lipomas
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Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Varicose Vein Procedure
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Anoscopy
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Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Appendectomy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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    Choice Plus POS

Locations

  1. 1 Mercyone Des Moines Surgical Care
    411 Laurel St Ste 2100, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 247-3266
  2. 2 Mayo Clinic Health System-Mankato
    1015 Marsh St, Mankato, MN 56001
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (507) 385-4700
  3. 3 Corewell Health Trenton Hospital
    5450 Fort St, Trenton, MI 48183
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (734) 642-2213
  4. 4 Mercyone West Des Moines Medical Center
    1755 59th Pl, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 247-3266
  5. 5 Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Buhs
2.9
Based on 17 Reviews
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1 Star (9)

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Sep 22, 2023
Took care of family member and was very happy with experience.
Bill W. — Sep 22, 2023
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS
    2009
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Chad Buhs, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Buhs' profile.

Dr. Chad Buhs, MD is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Chad Buhs, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA