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David Vittetoe, MD

Hip & Knee Surgeon

Des Moines: 1301 Penn Ave., Suite 213 | Des Moines, Iowa 50316

West Des Moines: 6001 Westown Parkway | West Des Moines, Iowa 50266

Specializations:

Knee Arthritis & Osteoarthritis
Knee Arthroscopy (Knee Scope)
Total Knee, Joint Replacement
Anterior Approach Hip Replacement
Hip Arthritis & Osteoarthritis
Hip Joint Replacement

Biography

Iowa native Dr. David Vittetoe joined DMOS Orthopaedic Centers in 2001. Dr. Vittetoe’s practice focuses on reconstructive surgery of the adult hip and knee. He completed his fellowship in adult reconstructive surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School and subsequently returned to practice in Iowa.

In addition to primary hip and knee replacement, he has considerable experience in complex joint replacement and revision arthroplasty. His interests also include sports-related injuries of the hip and knee, as well as arthroscopy. Dr. Vittetoe provides sideline orthopaedic coverage for the Des Moines Buccaneers.

Outside of his orthopaedic practice, Dr. Vittetoe enjoys a variety of outdoor pursuits, which keep him very active. He also enjoys family time to the fullest.

Credentials

Medical Education

University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine; Iowa City, IA

Pediatric Orthopaedic Residency

Summa Health System; Akron, OH

Fellowship Training

Adult Hip & Knee Reconstruction – Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School; Boston, MA

Associations

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
Iowa Orthopaedic Society
Iowa Medical Society
Mid-American Orthopaedic Association
Harris Hip Club

Board Certified

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery