Physician assistant
Eric Hedrick, PA-C
Locations: Ankeny, Johnston, Perry, Pleasant Hill, West Des Moines

About Eric
University of South Dakota; Vermillion, SD
Undergrad
Mercy College of Health Sciences; Des Moines, IA
Supervising Physician
Patient Reviews
September 6, 2025
He is very personable- knew my past history and listened to me and where I am experiencing pain in my shoulder. Overall, I recommend Eric Hedrick.
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June 25, 2025
He was extremely polite to me. He was very easy to work with and provided numerous options to deal with only problem.
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April 18, 2025
Eric is so kind and initiative with his patients! He listens, and gives you suggestions on what you can do and what you should avoid. Always asking if there is anything else he can do. Iowa Ortho has the best team out there!!!
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March 10, 2025
He was kind down to Earth Guy. He really explain to the way I could understand. Was very nice Gave mme a shot and he did real well
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March 5, 2025
Explained what had happened to my knee and what to do. Helpful that he also told me what it was not. Explain how treatment could influence other health issues. Very through.
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January 31, 2025
Very professional, kind, and thorough. Took the time to explain condition and offer options for treatment. Will continue to see him when he is available.
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January 16, 2025
He has a very detailed approach which was really helpful in understanding what’s wrong. Very easy to communicate with.
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January 10, 2025
Eric is excellent. He is very professional, knowledgeable and personable. He has helped me with my knee issues so much. Highly recommend!
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May 1, 2024
Dr was very informative and straightforward. Answered every question and more. Highly recommend him.
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October 21, 2022
Dr. Vinyard was great. He actually listens and answers. Great bed side manner and explained everything.
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October 29, 2021
Eric explained the process and the what I could expect after the procedure. As with everything at Iowa ortho it was a good experience.
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October 26, 2021
Always been provided with best care and advice in regards to my knee or knees and that he cares for me not just my knee. I want to be able to make educated decision on when to have knee replacement so he helps guide me.
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June 4, 2021
Dr. Hedrick is Shays great to see and speak with. He is knowledgeable and understand, but also gives information in a very understanding way.
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May 28, 2021
Amazing doctor caring knows what he’s doing and took care of me and my needs and referred me to physical therapy gave me a steroid injection in my knee cap explain to me how would feel and all around I would recommend anybody to go check out this place if you’re having any problems with your knees hips are back
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March 9, 2021
Eric is great! He’s professional, personable, listens and helped relieve my shoulder pain! Overall great experience and would recommend!
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October 21, 2020
Eric administered a cortisone shot to my son Brandon who has down syndrome. He explained everything in a comforting and simple manner which made it very much easier for my son to accept. I wish all my doctor visits were that pleasant and so does Brandon.
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