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Dr. Dennis Whitmer, DO

General Surgery* Age 61
Dr. Dennis Whitmer, DO
4.9 (30 Ratings)
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Dr. Dennis Whitmer, DO is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Dennis Whitmer, DO

General Surgery* Age 61
Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience
Dr. Dennis Whitmer, DO is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, IA.

About

Dr. Whitmer graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Dennis Whitmer, DO is a General Surgeon in Des Moines, IA and has 27 years experience. Dr. Whitmer currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and Story County Medical Center. Dr. Whitmer has experience treating conditions like Cholecystitis and Gallstones and Gallstones among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Whitmer received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 30 times. Dr. Whitmer's office accepts new patients. Dr. Whitmer is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Abdominal Pain
Inguinal Hernia
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Incisional Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Colorectal Cancer
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Wound Repair
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bladder Diverticulum
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Abscess
Burn Injuries
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Carcinoma in Situ
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Gynecomastia
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Prolapse
Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Visceroptosis
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Bile Duct Procedure
Biopsy of Breast
Breast Reconstruction
Colectomy
Colostomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gastrotomy
Gynecomastia Repair
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Nephrectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
Renal Transplant
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Wedge Resection Colon

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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 Mercyone West Des Moines Medical Center
    1755 59th Pl, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 358-8000
  3. 3 Katzmann Breast Center
    1601 NW 114th St Ste 151, Clive, IA 50325
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 222-7825
  4. 4 Story County Medical Center
    640 S 19th St, Nevada, IA 50201
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 382-7738

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Whitmer
4.9
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Nov 20, 2024
Had my second surgery with Dr. Whitmer. Surgery ended up being more challenging than expected. Dr. Whitmer did a great job of adapting and taking care of the problem. He is easy to talk to, caring, and most importantly skilled. Kudos to his team as well. I would highly recommend Dr. Whitmer.
Don S. — Nov 20, 2024
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Breast Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Dennis Whitmer, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Whitmer's profile.

Dr. Whitmer frequently treats the following conditions: Cholecystitis and Gallstones and Gallstones. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Dennis Whitmer, DO is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and Story County Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Dennis Whitmer, DO holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA

  • Story County Medical Center

    640 S 19th St, Nevada, IA