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Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 47
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Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 47
West Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
15 years of experience
Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA.
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About Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD

Dr. Gunnell graduated from Des Moines University. Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA and has 15 years experience. Dr. Gunnell has experience treating conditions like Hip Fracture, Femur Fracture, Knee Fracture, Femoral Neck Fracture, Tibial Fracture, Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle), Fibular Fracture and Ankle Fracture among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Gunnell's office accepts new patients. Dr. Gunnell is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Hip Fracture
Femur Fracture
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Fracture
Femur Fracture
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Fracture
Femoral Neck Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Fibular Fracture
Ankle Fracture
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Wound Repair
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Limb Pain
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Patellar Fracture
Foot Fracture
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Joint Pain
Pyogenic Arthritis
Plantar Fasciitis
Ankle Impingement
Pelvic Fracture
Hip Replacement
Humerus Fracture
Osteoarthritis
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Excision of Femur or Knee
Shoulder Fracture
Broken Arm
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Foot Ligament Tendon Repair
Synovial Biopsy
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Bunion
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Bunionette
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Charcot Disease
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Osteomyelitis
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Compartment Syndrome
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Conditions
Foot Infection
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Metatarsalgia
Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteomyelitis Non-Chronic
Patellar Chondromalacia
Pathological Spine Fracture
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacral Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Dislocation
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Deformities
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Stress Fracture of Foot
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Achilles Tenotomy
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Ankle Fusion
Ankle Replacement
Ankle, Foot, or Toe Amputation
Arthrocentesis
Bunion Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment Open
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Fracture Care
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Dislocation
Joint Drainage
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Surgery
Leg Amputation
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Patellar and Quadriceps Tendon Repairs
Patellar Tendon Repair
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Fusion
Steroid Injection
Total Hip Replacement

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • UnitedHealthCare
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Aetna
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Cigna
  • Superior HealthPlan
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Humana
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)

Where Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Office
    6001 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Monday
    07:45 - 16:00
  2. 2 Bolkar E Sahinler M.D. PA
    3506 21st St Ste 507, Lubbock, TX 79410

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Meet Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD

Specialties*
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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FAQs About Dr. Gunnell's Practice

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

Dr. Gunnell frequently treats the following conditions: Hip Fracture, Femur Fracture, Knee Fracture, Femoral Neck Fracture, Tibial Fracture, Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle), Fibular Fracture and Ankle Fracture. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Des Moines University
    2011
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • 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.

Hospitals Where Dr. Lea Gunnell, MD Practices

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA

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