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Family Medicine Doctors in Iowa

Family doctors care for people of every age, from children to grandparents, and are often the first stop for any health question. Below are 50 family medicine doctors practising in Iowa, across Des Moines, Iowa City, Sioux City, Waterloo, Bettendorf and West Des Moines, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Family Medicine Doctors in Iowa

  1. Sarah J. Jones, DO Family Medicine Des Moines, IA 50314
  2. Laura A. Willoughby, MD Family Medicine Iowa City, IA 52246
  3. Jade Baird Family Medicine Sioux City, IA 51104
  4. Ellen L. Sakornbut, MD Family Medicine Waterloo, IA 50701
  5. Stanley K. Roberts, DO Family Medicine Bettendorf, IA 52722
  6. John Netten, DO Family Medicine West Des Moines, IA 50266
  7. Kristen Barnette, MD Family Medicine Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
  8. Craig A. Rose, MD Family Medicine Dubuque, IA 52001
  9. Heather A. Hergott, DO Family Medicine Council Bluffs, IA 51503
  10. Edward G. Jones, DO Family Medicine Ankeny, IA 50021
  11. James K. Coddington, MD Family Medicine Mason City, IA 50401
  12. Alisa A. Paisley, FNP Family Medicine Davenport, IA 52807
  13. Tyler Grof Family Medicine Cedar Falls, IA 50613
  14. Hannah Henington Family Medicine Ames, IA 50010
  15. Rosanna Kao, MD Family Medicine Coralville, IA 52241
  16. Sarah B. Ling, DO Family Medicine Waukee, IA 50263
  17. Renee Staudacher, DO Family Medicine Indianola, IA 50125
  18. James A. Gamache, MD Family Medicine Spirit Lake, IA 51360
  19. Ericka M. Muhlbauer, MD Family Medicine Carroll, IA 51401
  20. Kelli P. Wallace, MD Family Medicine Fort Dodge, IA 50501
  21. Victoria Nemmers, DO Family Medicine Altoona, IA 50009
  22. Daniel S. Wientzen, DO Family Medicine Decorah, IA 52101
  23. Alexia Hadaway, DO Family Medicine Urbandale, IA 50322
  24. Jeffrey A. Richards, DO Family Medicine Clive, IA 50325
  25. Julie L. Vails, MD Family Medicine Storm Lake, IA 50588
  26. Joel P. Vander Meide, DO Family Medicine Johnston, IA 50131
  27. Zachary R. Grossmann, MD Family Medicine Winterset, IA 50273
  28. Lee A. Kamstra, MD Family Medicine Orange City, IA 51041
  29. Mel G. Marilim, MD Family Medicine Clinton, IA 52732
  30. William B. Ward, MD Family Medicine Ottumwa, IA 52501
  31. Stacie A. Kasper Family Medicine North Liberty, IA 52317
  32. Richard Jongewaard, MD Family Medicine Sioux Center, IA 51250
  33. Shawn M. Richmond, MD Family Medicine Oskaloosa, IA 52577
  34. Galyn W. Vande Zande, DO Family Medicine Pella, IA 50219
  35. Patricia K. Newland, MD Family Medicine Norwalk, IA 50211
  36. Duane M. Jolivette, MD Family Medicine Newton, IA 50208
  37. Ryan Dahlby Albright, MD Family Medicine Grinnell, IA 50112
  38. Maureen Tacke, DO Family Medicine Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
  39. Ruth Barosy, MD Family Medicine Fort Madison, IA 52627
  40. Margaret A. Riddell Family Medicine Marion, IA 52302
  41. Kathleen Q. Willcox, DO Family Medicine Mount Ayr, IA 50854
  42. Joseph A. Brunkhorst, MD Family Medicine Iowa Falls, IA 50126
  43. Tonia M. Baldwin, MD Family Medicine Clarinda, IA 51632
  44. Judith K. Johnston, ARNP Family Medicine Cherokee, IA 51012
  45. Michael J. Daly, DO Family Medicine Knoxville, IA 50138
  46. Daniel R. Hake Family Medicine Mt Pleasant, IA 52641
  47. Roger R. Waller, MD Family Medicine Maquoketa, IA 52060
  48. Shane Kasner, MD Family Medicine Hiawatha, IA 52233
  49. David Gantz, DO Family Medicine Creston, IA 50801
  50. Sonia A. Sather, MD Family Medicine Spencer, IA 51301

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 family medicine doctor

Common reasons

  • Check-ups and preventive care for the whole family
  • Colds, infections and minor injuries
  • Long-term conditions
  • Children's and women's health
  • Referrals to specialists

Signs it may be time

  • You want one doctor for your whole household
  • Something new has come up and you are not sure who to see
  • You need a referral to a specialist
  • You are due for a check-up or screening

How to get the most from your family medicine doctor 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
  • Vaccination records, especially for children
2

During: questions to ask

  • Is this something you can treat, or should I see a specialist?
  • What screenings am I due for at my age?
  • What would make you want to see me sooner?
  • How do I reach the office between visits?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • New symptoms and when they started
  • How you feel after any change your doctor suggested
  • Questions as they come up, so none are forgotten

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

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Questions

How do I find a family medicine doctor in Iowa?

This page lists 50 family medicine doctors practising in Iowa, including Des Moines, Iowa City, Sioux City, Waterloo, Bettendorf 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 family medicine doctor 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 family medicine doctor 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; Vaccination records, especially for children.

Can a family medicine doctor be my primary care doctor?

Yes. Family medicine doctors are primary care doctors for people of all ages.

Do family doctors see children?

Yes. Unlike internists, family medicine doctors are trained to care for children as well as adults.

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