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Dr. David Vittetoe, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.7 (42)
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29 years of experience

Overview of Dr. David Vittetoe, MD

Dr. David Vittetoe, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 29 years of experience. They graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and is affiliated with Adair County Memorial Hospital, Dallas County Hospital, Monroe County Hospital and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Vittetoe an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Vittetoe works at Des Moines Orthopedic Centers in West Des Moines, IA with other offices in Des Moines, IA. They frequently treat conditions like Joint Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Vittetoe's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC
    6001 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 224-1414
    Monday
    07:45 - 16:00
  2. 2
    Des Moines
    1301 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 263-9696

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Adair County Memorial Hospital
  • Dallas County Hospital
  • Monroe County Hospital
  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Joint Pain
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Joint Pain
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Joint Pain
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Femur Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Meniscus Tear
Shoulder Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Excision of Femur or Knee
Hip Resurfacing
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Baker’s Cyst
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Coccygeal Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Ganglion Cyst
Hip Injury
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Fracture
Knee Injuries
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Runner's Knee
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Fracture
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Total Joint Replacement and Revision
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    4.7
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    Based on 42 ratings
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    About Dr. David Vittetoe, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 29 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1790749174
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • HARVARD Medical School
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Summa Health System
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Coe College
    Undergraduate School

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Vittetoe has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Vittetoe has seen patients for Joint Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Vittetoe on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    42 patients have reviewed Dr. Vittetoe. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Vittetoe.

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