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Dr. Vipinchandra Bhavsar, MD

Dr. Vipinchandra Bhavsar, MD

Neonatal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Vipinchandra Bhavsar, MD is a neonatal-perinatal pediatrician in Des Moines, IA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from BARODA UNIVERSITY / GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1979. He is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

1 Star Rating
Based on 1 review 1 Star Rating (1 review)

Practice

1111 6th Ave Des Moines, IA 50314

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bhavsar specializes in the areas of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine & Pediatrics. See board certifications
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Emotional and Disrespectful of Parental Rights
Our son was born on April 8, 2023, weighing a healthy 8 lbs 7 oz, just under one month prior to his due date. Although there were some initial concerns that warranted his admission to the NICU, including his mother's type 1 diabetes and low blood sugar levels, subsequent assessments and evaluations showed his condition to be stable and not requiring extended hospitalization. Despite our son's progress and the absence of any significant health risks, the hospital staff refused to discuss a discharge plan with us. We expressed our concerns about the importance of bonding time with parents for our newborn's mental development, but instead of addressing our apprehensions, the doctor became hostile, threatening us with reports to the Department of Human Services (DHS) and the potential removal of our custody rights. It is deeply disheartening to experience such treatment in a healthcare institution that is meant to prioritize patient well-being and rights. As patients, we expected better.
What went well
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What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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May 10, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Vipinchandra Bhavsar, MD is a neonatal-perinatal pediatrician in Des Moines, IA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from BARODA UNIVERSITY / GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1979. He is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.
  • Neonatal Medicine

  • Pediatrics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Baroda University / Government Medical College

    Medical School, 1979
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Pediatrics
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center1111 6th Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave
    Des Moines, IA 50314
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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