Michael Metts, DO, FAAP, FACOP

J. Michael Metts, DO, FAAP, FACOP

Pediatrics, Primary Care

Primary Contact

641-787-5437

About

J. Michael Metts, DO, is a board-certified pediatrician at MercyOne Newton Pediatrics Care. He is the only board-certified pediatrician in Jasper County and eastern Des Moines rural area. J. Michael Metts, DO, specializes in oral health care, immunizations, developmental and behavioral medicine and care for infants after the NICU. He's active in the medical community as a member of Cavity Free Iowa and as an Oral Health State Champion for the One Hundred Million Mouths Project in collaboration with Harvard and UMASS. 

He has a passion for magic tricks, Mickey Mouse, St. Louis Cardinals baseball and Dad jokes, which his patients seem to enjoy but his family is undecided.

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Pediatrics
  • Primary Care

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

MercyOne Newton Medical Clinic Pediatrics Care

300 N. 4th Ave. E.
Suite 140A
Newton, IA 50208

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Monday
7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Thursday
7:30am - 3:00pm
Friday
7:30am - 12:00pm
MercyOne Newton Medical Clinic Pediatrics Care

MercyOne Newton Medical Clinic

300 N 4th Ave E,
Suite 222, 140A, 160
Newton, IA 50208

View hours
Monday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Thursday
7:30am - 3:00pm
Friday
7:30am - 12:00pm
MercyOne Newton Medical Clinic

Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
University of Missouri

Medical School:
Des Moines University

Fellowship:
American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians

Board Certifications

Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics

Provider Ratings

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5 out of 5

(30 ratings)

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4 Reviews

01/21/2026

So thankful he is in Newton!

10/13/2025

He has been a great addition to our community!

10/02/2025

I would highly recommend Dr. Metts! Newton is lucky to have them in their community. What a wonderful addition.

09/03/2025

We are so glad to have Dr. Metts back at Mercy! He has taken such wonderful care of our kids over the years, and it feels great to know we’re in the best hands again.