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Dermatologists in Iowa

Dermatologists specialise in skin, hair and nails. Below are 30 dermatologists practising in Iowa, across Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Davenport, Coralville and West Des Moines, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Dermatologists in Iowa

  1. Heather M. Ciliberto, MD Dermatology Iowa City, IA 52242
  2. Stacy M. Kirby, PAC Dermatology Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
  3. Sara R. Fitz, MD Dermatology Dubuque, IA 52002
  4. Ravindrakumar Gangadhariah, MD Dermatology Davenport, IA 52807
  5. Susan C. Puhl, MD Dermatology Coralville, IA 52241
  6. Joshua B. Wilson, MD Dermatology West Des Moines, IA 50266
  7. James P. Karkos, MD Dermatology Mason City, IA 50401
  8. Kirsten Dickinson, MD Dermatology Clive, IA 50325
  9. Jeffrey Dobrzynski, MD Dermatology Des Moines, IA 50309
  10. Somaira Nowsheen, MD PHD Dermatology Waukee, IA 50263
  11. Justin C. Ellerbroek, MD Dermatology Waterloo, IA 50701
  12. Carey Bligard, MD Dermatology Fort Dodge, IA 50501
  13. Laura M. Myers, MD Dermatology Ankeny, IA 50023
  14. Manish G. Kumar, MD Dermatology Bettendorf, IA 52722
  15. Anne A. Snider, MD Dermatology Ames, IA 50014
  16. Kent D. Walker, MD Dermatology Ottumwa, IA 52501
  17. Wilmar A. Garcia, FNPC Dermatology Sioux City, IA 51104
  18. Timothy G. Abrahamson, MD Dermatology Urbandale, IA 50323
  19. Eric A. Harlan, MD Dermatology Johnston, IA 50131
  20. Bryon L. Gaul, MD Dermatology Spencer, IA 51301
  21. Susan L. Peden, ARNP Dermatology Bondurant, IA 50035
  22. Larry W. Weiss, MD Dermatology Marshalltown, IA 50158
  23. Meriner M. Pereira, MD Dermatology Muscatine, IA 52761
  24. Jennifer L. Palmer, MD Dermatology Pella, IA 50219
  25. Sarah K. Gross, MD Dermatology Marion, IA 52302
  26. Jo A. Burkhalter, MD Dermatology Cherokee, IA 51012
  27. Olivia N. Lamberg, MD Dermatology Iowa City, IA 52242
  28. Collin J. Obryan, MD Dermatology Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
  29. Stephen E. Hoy, MD Dermatology Dubuque, IA 52002
  30. Robert F. Godwin, MD Dermatology Davenport, IA 52807

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a dermatologist

Common reasons

  • Acne and rosacea
  • Eczema and psoriasis
  • Moles and skin cancer checks
  • Rashes that will not clear
  • Hair loss and nail problems

Signs it may be time

  • A mole changes shape, colour or size
  • A rash or skin condition keeps coming back
  • You want a yearly skin check
  • Over-the-counter care has not helped

How to get the most from your dermatologist visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • Photos of the skin problem on bad days, if it comes and goes
  • A list of skin products you use
2

During: questions to ask

  • What is this, and what could make it worse?
  • How long until I should see a change?
  • Which changes in a mole mean I should come back sooner?
  • How often should I have a skin check?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • Flare-ups with dates and photos
  • New products, foods or stress around a flare
  • How your skin responds to any new routine

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Skin conditions come and go, and they rarely look their worst on appointment day. Dated photos and notes between visits show your dermatologist what you see at home. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next dermatologist appointment in Iowa with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

  • Log symptoms and side effects by talking
  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
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Questions

How do I find a dermatologist in Iowa?

This page lists 30 dermatologists practising in Iowa, including Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Davenport, Coralville and West Des Moines, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a dermatologist in Iowa?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first dermatologist appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; Photos of the skin problem on bad days, if it comes and goes; A list of skin products you use.

How often should I get a skin check?

Many people have a yearly check, more often with a history of skin cancer or many moles. Your dermatologist will suggest a schedule.

What mole changes should I look for?

Use ABCDE: Asymmetry, irregular Borders, uneven Colour, Diameter larger than a pencil eraser, and Evolving size, shape or colour. Book a check if you notice any.

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