Erik Arneson,

Erik Arneson, MD

Neurology

Primary Contact

515-358-0011

About

Erik Arneson, MD, is a board-certified neurologist at MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care in Des Moines, Iowa.

Dr. Arneson grew up in West Des Moines, Iowa and completed his undergraduate degree at Creighton University in Omaha, Neb. He spent the next nine years in Iowa City, where he completed medical school, residency and fellowship training at the University of Iowa. Afterwards, he decided to return to Des Moines to be closer to family and joined the MercyOne Ruan Neurology practice.

“My clinical expertise is in neuroimmunology, or inflammatory and autoimmune conditions that affect the central nervous system. In particular, I have a clinical interest in treating patients with multiple sclerosis but am also experienced with treating more uncommon conditions such as neuromyelitis optica, neurosarcoidosis, and autoimmune encephalitis. MercyOne Ruan Neurology has a long tradition of providing excellent care to patients with these conditions, which made the practice a great fit for me.”

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Neurology

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

1111 6th Avenue
Suite A100
Des Moines, IA 50314

View hours
Monday
7:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
7:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
7:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
7:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
7:00am - 4:30pm
MercyOne Ruan Neurology Care

Education & Certifications

Education

Undergraduate Degree:
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska (2015)

Residency:
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa (2023)

Medical School:
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, Iowa (2019)

Fellowship:
Neuroimmunology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa (2024)

Board Certifications

Neurology, American Board of Neurology

Provider Ratings

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4.8 out of 5

(85 ratings)

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25 Reviews

10/22/2025

I sincerely hope that MercyOne Ruan recognizes the talent they have absorbed by adding Dr. Arneson to their team of physicians.

10/20/2025

Dr Arneson was very kind and understanding. He took the extra time to listen and you can feel that he really cares about his patients.

10/02/2025

I trust him. I've been suffering for two years. I was with him one day and got more answers and made me feel better and that short amount of time I was with him.

10/01/2025

As I already stated, Dr. Arneson is a great doctor and person. Since I have a rare disorder, he discovered what it is as well is working with me to try and find what can help me lessen the symptoms. He is very positive and I am happy to have him as my doctor.

09/25/2025

I'll be back I'm sure he will get me healthy again. Thank you so much Erik

09/22/2025

He was very personable and took time to thoroughly review my records before the appt. That impressed me. He is understanding and really listens...great doctor!

09/18/2025

He was Easy to talk to.

09/17/2025

Very pleased with Dr Arneson and the time he spent with us. He explained his reasoning and the testing he was ordering. Very personable and professional!!

09/02/2025

I had to wait a month to get in to just be cleared to work. I lost a months worth of pay when I could have been working instead of waiting to be cleared. I hadn't seen a neurologist for 5 years and no episodes. He is a good doctor, liked him

08/27/2025

He is the best! Listens to us and explains things. Very positive with the prognosis.

08/25/2025

Spends Time listening to my Concerns, Does Not Rush you in and out! Has Empathy, Answers my questions to the Best he Can!

08/19/2025

Knowledgeable and cared

08/18/2025

Very thoughtful and caring.

07/23/2025

I thank God for him, he really cares.

05/02/2025

Good Dr. Your practice of trying to limit time Drs spend time with patients makes me feel rushed and forget things

04/14/2025

Excellent care and high quality interest and attention

04/03/2025

As I stated before, Awesome �

03/26/2025

He was friendly and set up additional tests and follow up appointments to go over results.

03/20/2025

No feedback as of right now but the provider is professional and will help me with any issues that I have if I can remember properly.

03/17/2025

phone wait time is terrible, if they ever answer

03/14/2025

Excellent experience

03/07/2025

He was good to listen to me about my problems

03/05/2025

Courteous, knowledgeable, upbeat

03/04/2025

While I decided not to carry through with the EEG he suggested, I really liked Dr Arneson!

02/14/2025

There very good doctor
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