Telehealth in Des Moines
GLP-1, HRT, ED & Longevity
Telehealth in Des Moines, Iowa covers GLP-1 weight loss, menopause hormone therapy (HRT), ED treatment and longevity care. Board-certified, US-licensed physicians review every intake. VevaMD is a technology company, not a medical provider.
Check any physician's license with the Iowa Board of Medicine.
Des Moines by the numbers
- Population
- 214,133
- Median age
- 34.6 (Iowa: 38.6)
- Land area
- 88 sq mi
- People per sq mi
- 2,428
- Size in Iowa
- 1st largest of 11 cities we cover
- Cities we cover within 100 mi
- 4
- Closest
- West Des Moines, IA, 9 mi
US Census Bureau, 2023 Gazetteer Files · US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-year estimates
Des Moines health snapshot
CDC estimates for adults, ranked against 923 US cities.
| Adults | Des Moines | Iowa cities avg | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 39.4% | 36.9% | 86 |
| Diabetes | 11.8% | 10.3% | 58 |
| High blood pressure | 32.8% | 30.8% | 61 |
| No leisure-time exercise | 28.8% | 24.4% | 74 |
| Sleep under 7 hours | 35.8% | 33.2% | 45 |
| Checkup in past year | 74.5% | 76.1% | 42 |
| Uninsured, ages 18–64 | 10.6% | 8.1% | 50 |
Source: CDC PLACES, 2025 release (model-based estimates from 2023 BRFSS data).
Primary care shortage designations near Des Moines
Des Moines is in Polk County.
In parts of Polk County, the low-income population is federally designated as a primary care shortage population.
HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas, primary care, October 2026 · US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-year estimates
Treatment Lines
Services Available in Des Moines
Every prescription is written by a physician licensed in Iowa and shipped to your Des Moines address by a licensed US pharmacy.
Care in Des Moines
GLP-1 Weight Loss in Des Moines
from $199/mo
Compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide for Des Moines residents only if an Iowa-licensed physician decides you are a candidate. Compounded, not FDA-approved, and not a generic. Published GLP-1 class studies are not proof of VevaMD compounded product approval or bioequivalence. Listed from $199/mo. Individual results vary.
Learn MoreMenopause Hormone Therapy in Des Moines
Starting at $40/mo
Learn MoreED Treatment in Des Moines
Starting at $69/mo
Learn MoreLongevity Care in Des Moines
Starting at $79/mo
Learn MoreSexual Health in Des Moines
Starting at $69/mo
Learn MoreWomen's Sexual Health in Des Moines
Starting at $99/mo
Learn MoreQuestions
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Common questions about VevaMD services for Des Moines, Iowa residents.
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Medical Disclaimer: VevaMD provides access to licensed healthcare providers who may prescribe medication based on a clinical evaluation. Treatment is not guaranteed and is subject to provider approval and medical eligibility. Results vary by individual. GLP-1 medications and the other prescription treatments listed on this page carry risks and side effects — your provider will discuss these with you before prescribing. VevaMD does not provide emergency medical services. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911. This website does not constitute medical advice. All trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Services described on this page are subject to Iowa telehealth regulations and provider availability in the Des Moines area.