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Dr. David Vittetoe, MD

Dr. David Vittetoe, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. David Vittetoe, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in West Des Moines, IA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Vittetoe has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Grinnell Regional Medical Center and Monroe County Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

6001 Westown Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50266

Make an Appointment

(515) 224-1414

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vittetoe specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Vittetoe's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vittetoe

4.7

42 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dave Dickinson – Jan 12, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Oct 25, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jen S – Feb 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mike Christensen – Feb 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dennis j. Koenigsfeld – Nov 15, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sheri Florez – Nov 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Becky Peters – Nov 04, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 04, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
David W. Brown – Oct 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sep 29, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
One Patient Berger who never will go back even if – Jun 25, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Brenda Orrell – Apr 28, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Feb 23, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sandy L Straker in Des Moines, IA – May 22, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Des Moines, IA – Mar 06, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

To provide each patient with the highest quality of orthopaedic care possible. This involves every facet of the patient's experience at DMOS, from the moment a patient visits our facility to the moment they leave. They become a part of our DMOS family and our rich tradition of always exceeding patient expectations.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Harvard Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001

  • Summa Health System

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995

  • Coe College

    Undergraduate School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office6001 Westown Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50266
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    • Mon: 7:45am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Monroe County Hospital

    6580 165th St
    Albia, IA 52531

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    95%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    13% higher than the national average

    92%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Grinnell Regional Medical Center

    210 4th Ave
    Grinnell, IA 50112

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St
    Des Moines, IA 50309
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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