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Stephen Hoelscher, MD

Stephen Hoelscher, MD

Weight Management, Internal Medicine, Virtual Visits, Bariatric Surgery

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5 (79 ratings)

Primary Contact

515-358-9400
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Primary Contact
515-358-9400
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About

Dr. Hoelscher is certified in both Internal Medicine and Bariatric Medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria. He uses his education and training to help his patients lose weight to improve their health and well-being. Dr. Hoelscher enjoys hiking, cycling/running, camping, golfing and watching football.

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Weight Management
  • Internal Medicine
  • Virtual Visits
  • Bariatric Surgery

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

MercyOne Des Moines Weight Management & Nutrition Center

12493 University Avenue
Suite 110
Clive, IA 50325

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Monday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
MercyOne Des Moines Weight Management & Nutrition Center
515-358-9400 View Details
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MercyOne Des Moines Bariatric Surgery

5901 Westown Parkway
Suite 240
West Des Moines, IA 50266

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Monday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 12:00pm
MercyOne Des Moines Bariatric Surgery
515-358-9300 View Details
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Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
University of Illinois College of Medicine - Peoria, IL

Medical School:
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(79 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

13 Reviews

09/10/2025

I feel this treatment may be life changing for me with developing new habits and dietary conditions. I鈥檓 glad he鈥檚 along to instruct me

09/02/2025

Dr. Hoelscher. is outstanding and friendly,

08/12/2025

I appreciate his approach, always treating me with respect and including me in my healthcare decisions.

06/05/2025

Dr. Hoelscher has been great.

06/03/2025

Not only is he great, but his staff is great as well!

04/03/2025

Other than the location, everyone was very professional and also very nice.

03/27/2025

The providers at this clinic are the best of the best.

03/05/2025

The Best of the best.

02/27/2025

He spent as much time as was needed to answer any and all of my questions,

01/28/2025

I liked everyone with this office. The doctor was very attentive and listened to my concerns. I stopped with this as i was having issues with money and trying to make payments to this medical service and another.

01/16/2025

Kind and courteous

01/15/2025

I am aware that upon enrolling in Medicare, coverage of this medication changed. However, FEP stated after my last appointment, that coverage would continue with Dr鈥檚 feedback. I did not receive a callback from the Dr stating why the preapproval was not submitted.

01/08/2025

Easy to communicate with
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