Obstetrics & Gynecology Doctors in Fort Madison, IA Accepting Medicare

4 Obstetrics & Gynecology doctors found. Showing 1 - 4
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Leah Steffensmeier, M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: Fort Madison Physicians And Surgeons, 5409 Avenue O, Fort Madison, IA 52627
Phone: 319-376-2134    
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Timothy Staudte, D.O.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 5409 Avenue O, Fort Madison, IA 52627
Phone: 319-376-2134    Fax: 319-376-2188
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Richard Mark Goddard, M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Medicare: Medicare Enrolled
Practice Location: 5445 Avenue O, Fort Madison, IA 52627
Phone: 319-768-1000    
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Dr. Meenakshi Devi Palani, D.O.
Obstetrics & Gynecology - Gynecologic Oncology
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 5409 Avenue O, Fort Madison, IA 52627
Phone: 319-376-2134    Fax: 319-376-2188

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Obstetrics & Gynecology: An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.


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