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Dr. Valerie Kounkel, DO

Ophthalmology* Age 55
Dr. Valerie Kounkel, DO
3.4 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. Valerie Kounkel, DO is an Ophthalmologist in West Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Valerie Kounkel, DO

Ophthalmology* Age 55
West Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience
Dr. Valerie Kounkel, DO is an Ophthalmologist in West Des Moines, IA.

About

Dr. Kounkel graduated from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995 and completed a residency at Ohio University/Doctors Hospital. Dr. Valerie Kounkel, DO is an Ophthalmologist in West Des Moines, IA and has 30 years experience. Dr. Kounkel currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. Dr. Kounkel has experience treating conditions like Accommodation Disorders, Presbyopia and Floaters among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kounkel received an average rating of 3.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Dr. Kounkel's office accepts new patients. Dr. Kounkel is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Accommodation Disorders
Presbyopia
Floaters
Accommodation Disorders
Presbyopia
Floaters
Accommodation Disorders
Presbyopia
Floaters
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Brow Ptosis
Cataract
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Chorioretinal Scars
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Diseases
Diplopia
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Disorder of Choroid
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Dry Eyes
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Ectropion of Eyelid
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Eyelid Disorders
Glaucoma
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Hypertensive Retinopathy
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Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Lazy Eye
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Macular Hole
Nearsightedness
Ocular Hypertension
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Senile Cataracts
Tear Duct Disorders
Visual Field Defects
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Astigmatism
Bell's Palsy
Black Eye
Blind Hypotensive Eye
Blindness
Chalazion
Contusion of the Eyeball
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Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Retinopathy
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Vascular Disease
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Xanthelasma of Eyelid
B-Scan Ultrasound
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Cornea Surgery
Excision of Chalazion
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Examination
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
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Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
Pterygium Surgery
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Sutureless Cataract Surgery
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening

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Locations

  1. 1 Elizabeth A Brown MD
    2101 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50265
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 225-2566
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Eye Surgery/Laser Eye Center
    1300 37th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 224-4711

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3.4
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1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
Sep 24, 2024
Dr Kounkel is an Excellent Dr. She saved my life! She found that I had pre orbital cellulitis. I went to urgent care because MT eye hurt so bad and it was red, he then sent me over to Dr Kounkel because he thought I had an ulcer in my eye. She was so nice did her job very well had some tests done done the next thing I know she's calling me saying get to the hospital ASAP!! I'm very thankful because that stuff goes on into the brain and you can die. She's taken great care of me since! She's a great Dr.
Pamela — Sep 24, 2024
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Horizon Health System/Riverside Osteopathic Hospital
    1996
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Ohio University/Doctors Hospital
    2000
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Faoco
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Valerie Kounkel, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kounkel's profile.

Dr. Kounkel frequently treats the following conditions: Accommodation Disorders, Presbyopia and Floaters. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Valerie Kounkel, DO is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Valerie Kounkel, DO holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA