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Dr. Joshua Kimelman, DO

Orthopedics* Age 76
Dr. Joshua Kimelman, DO
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Dr. Joshua Kimelman, DO is an Orthopedic Specialist in Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Joshua Kimelman, DO

Orthopedics* Age 76
Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
51 years of experience
Dr. Joshua Kimelman, DO is an Orthopedic Specialist in Des Moines, IA.

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Dr. Kimelman graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1973 and completed a residency at USPHS.Dr. Joshua Kimelman, DO is an Orthopedic Specialist in Des Moines, IA and has 51 years experience. Dr. Kimelman currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Pella Regional Health Center and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. At present, Dr. Kimelman received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 34 times. Dr. Kimelman's office accepts new patients. Dr. Kimelman also speaks Spanish. Dr. Kimelman is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Pelvic Fracture
Bursitis of Hip
Hip Tendinitis
Pelvic Fracture
Bursitis of Hip
Hip Tendinitis
Pelvic Fracture
Bursitis of Hip
Hip Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Myelopathy
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Bone Scan
Joint Fluid Test
McMurray's Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Spinal and Postural Screening

Insurance Accepted

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  • Alliance Select
  • Blue Card PPO
  • National (BlueCard) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Iowa Ortho
    450 Laurel St Ste A, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 247-8400
  2. 2 Iowa Ortho
    5300 NW 86th St Ste 500, Johnston, IA 50131
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kimelman
4.3
Based on 34 Reviews
5 Stars (27)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (5)

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Oct 09, 2022
Dr. Kimelman has taken care of me twice now in the past 4-5 years for separate knee pain issues. Both times I have received personal care, diagnosis, and recommendations that have improved my quality of life. Thankful for his care!
— Oct 09, 2022
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedics
Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    1973
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Usphs-New York
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • USPHS
    1978
Residency 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. Joshua Kimelman, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kimelman's profile.

Dr. Joshua Kimelman, DO is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Pella Regional Health Center and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Joshua Kimelman, DO holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA

  • Pella Regional Health Center

    404 Jefferson St, Pella, IA

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA