Iowa Ortho

Iowa Ortho From Diagnosis to Recovery, We're Here to Help You Get Back to What Matters Most. Thank you for entrusting Iowa Ortho with your care.

For over 70 years, we've been dedicated to returning patients to the activities they love every day. Our team of specialty-trained doctors and supporting staff are compassionate experts committed to providing exceptional orthopedic care tailored to your unique needs. With a patient-centered approach, we help you achieve your goals through personalized treatment plans and advanced care for a compre

hensive range of bone, joint, and muscle conditions. From diagnosis to recovery, we're here to support you every step of the way, helping you get back to what matters most in your life. At Iowa Ortho, we are proud to be the premier provider of orthopedic care in the Des Moines area. With multiple convenient locations across Iowa, we're committed to delivering the experienced, specialized care you deserve.

New Waukee Office Coming Soon!Iowa Ortho is expanding into Waukee with a new state-of-the-art clinic designed to make ex...
06/01/2026

New Waukee Office Coming Soon!

Iowa Ortho is expanding into Waukee with a new state-of-the-art clinic designed to make expert orthopedic care more accessible than ever. This modern facility brings a new standard of care to the community, combining advanced technology with a patient-centered approach. From diagnosis through treatment and recovery, patients will have access to comprehensive orthopedic care across a full range of specialties and services, all in one location.

📅 Open Date: June 22
📍 2425 Grand Prairie Parkway, Waukee, IA

🎉 Join Us for Our Community Open House
In Partnership With the Waukee Chamber of Commerce
🗓 Tuesday, June 23 | 4:30 p.m.

Tour the new space, meet our team, and celebrate with us as we join the Waukee community!

👉 Now scheduling appointments online here: www.iowaortho.com/book-an-appointment/

Celebrating Hand Therapy Week by recognizing the experts behind recovery 🙌Certified hand therapists (CHTs) are occupatio...
06/01/2026

Celebrating Hand Therapy Week by recognizing the experts behind recovery 🙌

Certified hand therapists (CHTs) are occupational or physical therapists with advanced training and certification in treating conditions of the hand, wrist, and upper extremity. They play a critical role in helping patients regain strength, mobility, and function after injury, surgery, or chronic conditions.

At Iowa Ortho, Nicole Kauppila, OTR/L, CHT, and Janet Lebsack, OTR/L, CHT, CLT, provide specialized, hands-on care tailored to each patient’s needs—guiding them through every step of recovery so they can return to daily activities with confidence.

Let’s give them a hand! 👏

05/28/2026

Back or neck pain can affect nearly every part of your day—from sitting at work and staying active to simply getting a good night’s sleep.

At Iowa Ortho, our spine specialists provide expert care for a wide range of spine conditions affecting the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Whether your pain developed over time or started after an injury, our team works to identify the source of discomfort and create a treatment plan tailored to your needs and goals.

Led by fellowship-trained spine surgeons Dr. Brett Rosenthal and Dr. Trevor Schmitz, our spine team offers both conservative treatment options and advanced surgical care focused on helping patients reduce pain, restore function, and return to daily life with greater comfort and mobility.

Click here to learn more or schedule an appointment online: www.iowaortho.com/specialties/spine/

Excellence in Care ⭐ | "What a great doctor!! Dr. Hale was thorough explaining the procedure. Great sense of humor, kept...
05/27/2026

Excellence in Care ⭐ | "What a great doctor!! Dr. Hale was thorough explaining the procedure. Great sense of humor, kept things light and fun, and good conversation! Would highly recommend to anyone! Thank you, Dr. Hale!" –Marta S.

Read about the success stories other patients have had with Dr. Blake Hale by clicking here: www.iowaortho.com/providers/blake-hale-d-p-m/

Today, we pause to reflect on the bravery and sacrifice of those who served and gave everything for our freedom. 🇺🇸
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to reflect on the bravery and sacrifice of those who served and gave everything for our freedom. 🇺🇸

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices and orthopedic urgent care clinics will be closed on Monday, May 25. Please c...
05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices and orthopedic urgent care clinics will be closed on Monday, May 25. Please click here to learn more: www.iowaortho.com/holiday-hours/

Meet one of our participants in Iowa Ortho’s “Small Habits, Big IMPACT” Well-Being Challenge “Creating realistic goals i...
05/20/2026

Meet one of our participants in Iowa Ortho’s “Small Habits, Big IMPACT” Well-Being Challenge

“Creating realistic goals is the first step, and knowing that wellness isn’t always perfect. Taking time for mental health breaks and getting up and walking each hour also helps keep my goals aligned.”
✔️ Walk 10,000+ steps each day
✔️ Drink 120+ oz of water
✔️ Complete 50 sit-ups every night

For Kendsey, well-being means creating a healthy balance between work, personal life, and mental health while building habits that support long-term happiness and a better quality of life.

She says her biggest motivation is remembering her “why” and focusing on the long-term benefits that small, consistent efforts can create.

One of her favorite parts of the challenge has been the support from her accountability partner, a coworker. From daily check-ins at work to nightly texts making sure goals are met, having encouragement from a teammate has made all the difference.

“Creating realistic goals is the first step and knowing that wellness isn’t always perfect. Taking time for mental health breaks and getting up and walking each hour also helps keep my goals aligned.”

We love seeing our team encourage one another and prioritize their well-being together!

05/19/2026

Twisted an ankle? Injured your shoulder? Dealing with sudden joint or muscle pain?

At our Orthopedic Urgent Care, you can get expert orthopedic care without the long wait of the emergency room. Our team specializes in evaluating and treating bone, joint, and muscle injuries quickly so you can start your recovery sooner.

Walk in for care of:
✔ Sprains and strains
✔ Sports injuries
✔ Minor fractures
✔ Joint pain and swelling
✔ Work and overuse injuries

And if follow-up treatment is needed, we help connect you directly with the right orthopedic specialist for continued care.

Skip the ER and get specialized orthopedic care when you need it most.

Click here to learn more: www.iowaortho.com/orthopedic-services/orthopedic-urgent-care/

Trusted Care Results | "Dr. Han did an excellent job on my outpatient surgery. I was impressed with the River Hills Surg...
05/18/2026

Trusted Care Results | "Dr. Han did an excellent job on my outpatient surgery. I was impressed with the River Hills Surgery Center. The staff was professional, organized, and kind. Dr. Han is thorough, conscientious, genuine, and patient-focused. I have never been in a surgical room (and I have been in many) that was as top-notch and well-run as this one. I highly recommend Dr. Han and Iowa Ortho!!" –Robyn S.

Read about the success stories other patients have had with Dr. Ze-Hui Han by clicking here: www.iowaortho.com/providers/ze-hui-han-m-d/

It's !Congratulations to all the high school seniors graduating this weekend! To celebrate, we’re taking a trip down me...
05/17/2026

It's !

Congratulations to all the high school seniors graduating this weekend! To celebrate, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with some senior photos from our Iowa Ortho team members

Think you know who’s who? Comment on the photo with your guesses below!

Address

450 Laurel Street , Suite A
Des Moines, IA
50314

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+15152478400

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