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Dr. John Gaffey, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 48
Dr. John Gaffey, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Gaffey, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA.
Dr. John Gaffey, MD
5.0 (1 Ratings)

Dr. John Gaffey, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 48
West Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Gaffey, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA.

About Dr. John Gaffey, MD

Dr. Gaffey graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 2004 and completed a residency at Loyola University Medical Center. Dr. John Gaffey, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA and has 22 years experience. Dr. Gaffey has experience treating conditions like Ganglion Cyst, Osteophyte of Hand, Trigger Finger, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Hand and Osteoarthritis of Wrist among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Gaffey's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Gaffey is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Ganglion Cyst
Osteophyte of Hand
Trigger Finger
Ganglion Cyst
Osteophyte of Hand
Trigger Finger
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Neuroplasty
Steroid Injection
Dupuytrens Contracture
Limb Pain
Joint Pain
Wrist Fracture
Trigger Finger Release
Carpal Tunnel Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Excision of Ganglion
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Somatic Nerve Block
Peripheral Nerve Block
Arthrocentesis
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Osteoarthritis
Broken Arm
Wrist Replacement
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tenosynovitis
Hand Tendon Repair
Ankle Fracture
Back Pain
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
De Quervain's Disease
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Infection
Gout
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Hand Injury
Hip Fracture
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Muscle Cramping
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rib Fracture
Sciatica
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Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Injuries
Wrist Osteophyte
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthritic Hand Reconstruction
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Hand and Elbow Microvascular Surgery
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Finger Amputation
Hand Surgery
Knee Replacement
Microvascular Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Spinal Nerve Block
Total Shoulder Replacement
Upper Extremity Reconstruction
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Surgery

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • Aetna
  • Health Alliance PPO
  • Alliance Select
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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    Curative PPO Plus
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Where Dr. John Gaffey, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Office
    6001 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Monday
    07:45 - 16:00
  2. 2 Orthopaedic Outpatient Surgery Center
    1600 60th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266
  3. 3 Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC
    4850 100th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

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Nov 15, 2022
Dr. Gaffey has always been up front and is one of the top arm, hand, wrist surgeons. I had to have a thumb joint replacement done and got my hand back. He also has done my carpal tunnel - and not issues ever. He is the best on my list.
Carla Burns — Nov 15, 2022
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Meet Dr. John Gaffey, MD

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Orthopedic Surgery
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FAQs About Dr. Gaffey's Practice

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

Dr. Gaffey frequently treats the following conditions: Ganglion Cyst, Osteophyte of Hand, Trigger Finger, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Hand and Osteoarthritis of Wrist. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Gaffey, MD is affiliated with Methodist Hospital.

Yes, Dr. John Gaffey, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    2004
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Residency Hospital
  • Loyola University Medical Center
    2009
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
    2010
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. John Gaffey, MD Practices

  • Methodist Hospital

    8303 Dodge St, Omaha, NE

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