Laura Abels DO
Family Practitioner
1350 Des Moines St Suite 110 Des Moines IA, 50309About
Dr. Laura Abels is a family practitioner practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Abels specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Abels possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Gas
- Vascular Disease
- Strep Throat
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