Dr. James Michael Metts DO
Hospitalist
1111 6th Ave Main 3 Des Moines IA, 50314About
Dr. James Metts is a hospitalist practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Metts specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Metts manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Metts works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1996
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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