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Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 45
Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD
4.2 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 45
West Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
13 years of experience
Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA.

About

Dr. Gunnell graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER / CANCER CENTER. Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA and has 13 years experience. Dr. Gunnell currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. Dr. Gunnell has experience treating conditions like Tibial Fracture and Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Gunnell received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Dr. Gunnell's office accepts new patients. Dr. Gunnell is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Tibial Fracture
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Tibial Fracture
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Tibial Fracture
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Fibular Fracture
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Broken Arm
Clavicle Fracture
Difficulty With Walking
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Shoulder Fracture
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Wound Repair
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Bunion
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Bunionette
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Conditions
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Pointer
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Muscle Cramping
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
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
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Ottos Pelvis
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacral Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Dislocation
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spine Deformities
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Achilles Tenotomy
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Ankle Arthroscopy
Ankle Replacement
Arthrocentesis
Bunion Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment Open
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Fracture Care
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Surgery
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Fusion
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Basic Plan
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Superior HealthPlan
  • Cigna
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    6001 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 224-1414
    Monday
    07:45 - 16:00
  2. 2 Bolkar E Sahinler M.D. PA
    3506 21st St Ste 507, Lubbock, TX 79410
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (806) 725-4802
  3. 3 Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC
    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 213, Des Moines, IA 50316
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 224-1414
  4. 4 Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC
    350 NE 36th St, Ankeny, IA 50021
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 224-1414
    Monday
    07:45 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    07:45 - 16:00
    Friday
    07:45 - 16:00

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gunnell
4.2
Based on 12 Reviews
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4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
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1 Star (2)

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Nov 13, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER / CANCER CENTER
    2011
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Gunnell frequently treats the following conditions: Tibial Fracture and Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA