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Dr. John Carstensen, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 52
Dr. John Carstensen, MD
4.1 (22 Ratings)
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Dr. John Carstensen, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. John Carstensen, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 52
Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
Dr. John Carstensen, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA.

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Dr. John Carstensen, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA and has 19 years experience. They graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center. At present, Dr. Carstensen received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 22 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Carstensen is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Immunization Administration
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Acute Tonsillitis
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Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
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All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
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Anemia
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
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Atherosclerosis
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
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Chlamydia Infections
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Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
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Chronic Sinusitis
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Dyslipidemia
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Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
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Fibromyalgia
Fungal Nail Infection
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Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Genital Herpes
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Hypothyroidism
Influenza (Flu)
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Laryngitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
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Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
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Neurogenic Bladder
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
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Obesity
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Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
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Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
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Radiculopathy
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Swine Flu
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Tobacco Use Disorder
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Locations

  1. 1 Unitypoint Clinic Internal Medicine - Methodist Plaza
    1221 Pleasant St Ste 200, Des Moines, IA 50309

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Apr 01, 2023
Been going to him for a few yrs now, no regrets!! I had a issue once and he fixed it. Anything I ever need Medically or questions and help is answered the same day and taking care of immediately.
AlyssaT from Des Moines Iowa — Apr 01, 2023
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Internal Medicine
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Education

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Medical Education
  • University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    2005
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  • Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Carstensen, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Carstensen's profile.

Dr. John Carstensen, MD is affiliated with UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. John Carstensen, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA