Physician assistant
Robey Orewiler, PA-C
Locations: Des Moines (Downtown), Clive, Pella, Perry, Pleasant Hill, West Des Moines

About Robey
University of North Dakota School of Medicine; Grand Forks, ND
Undergrad
Mercy School of Health Services; Des Moines, IA
Mercy Regional Training Center of Des Moines; Des Moines, IA
Supervising Physician
Patient Reviews
May 31, 2025
Very professional and knowledgeable. Really connected with him, as he is so open and friendly. I trust him and the care he is providing me.
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March 22, 2025
A very good PA. Easy to talk to and he explains all issues we had very clearly. Would recommend him to all Ortho patients.
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January 31, 2025
PA Orewiler has been very professional, polite and courteous throughout my spine surgery adventure. But more importantly, he talks to me. Not at or above me!
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January 30, 2025
He was very, very patient with me and he kept eye contact the whole time which made me feel better and when I left, I was happy
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January 29, 2025
Robey was very willing to listen and help me. I will say the first time I met him, I felt he was just kind of poo poo-ing me. “Every thing will be fixed, don’t worry” well it wasn’t. But this time he listened very carefully, explained everything, and made concerned opinions. Today was a huge success and I feel you’ll see he’s a good guy!
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September 7, 2024
He is very knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and understanding. He showed me the x rays and MRI, explained my options, and help me decide what was best for me.
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October 19, 2023
I am back to see one of my favorite doctors at Iowa Ortho. We are going to try a few things before anything major happens. I love him because he explains things so you understand where he is coming from. I think you will like him too!
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July 1, 2023
He’s a very caring, listens to you and has great bedside manners. I’ve had 3 back surgeries and he and Dr. Schmitz have taken care of me. I highly recommend them.
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December 1, 2022
Iowa Ortho staff made for a pleasant experience. Was very helpful and answered all my questions. Switched to Iowa Ortho from others and am very happy I did so. Robey was awesome!
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October 8, 2022
Unbelievable medical team , professional, knowledgeable, wonderful patient manner …would not go anywhere else !!!!!
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June 3, 2022
I was very pleased with my 2 surgeries at Iowa Ortho. Both surgeries turned out great. The doctors and nurses were very pleasant and helpful. I would recommend Iowa Ortho to everyone.
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May 7, 2022
I’ve had nothing but positive things to say about Robey. He’s always smiling and very nice, informative and Awesome!
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May 5, 2022
Dr. Orewiler, was very helpful. He explained things me n he was very nice. Thank u Dr. Orewiler for everything. I really appreciate it.
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April 1, 2022
I really liked Robey. Very knowledgeable and personable. I had a lot of questions and he was more than willing to answer them all and make the answers easy to understand. I was really impressed and grateful to have the opportunity to be seen by him.
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March 31, 2022
I requested to switch providers after my last experience was not that great. Although I haven’t actually got to meet the actual doctor yet, Dr. Schmitz, his PA Dr. Orewiler has been wonderful! They have been more helpful and comforting than the 5 years I was with the other provider. Thank you so much for caring and making me feel important as a patient!
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January 27, 2022
Dr. Robey listens to concerns and explains everything for me to understand not medical jargon. He isn’t in too much of a hurry. My husband was with me, he was so impressed Dr. Robey looked him in the eyes when he had a question about my care. I would recommend this provider to anyone.
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January 23, 2022
I have the utmost confidence in Iowa Ortho. Dr. Schmitz and PA-C Robby Orewiler are a great team! I would highly recommend them. In fact, I did. When my husband had to have back surgery, I referred him to them.
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December 30, 2021
The people at Iowa Ortho are awesome. I had shoulder surgery with Iowa Orthor with no problems and full recovery. Recently my lower back needed fusion. The whole spinal fusion went as explained. The nerve paindown my leg was gone immediately. The whole operation went as discussed and as it was explained to me. I would recomend Iowa ortho to anyone who needs the services they provide.
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December 28, 2021
Dr. Schmitz and his PA Orewiler have given me a new lease on life! Prior to multi-level spinal fusion I was in daily pain – even standing for ten minutes or walking around the block caused pain. At age 66 I wanted to be way more active, travel and enjoy everyday activities with our growing family. The pre-op consultation gave me the confidence I needed to move forward with surgery. Within a few weeks from surgery I was able to walk a half mile at a time comfortably. Soon after I resumed driving and caring for grandkids. (With no lifting yet!) At eight weeks I was walking one mile stretches and resumed water aerobics and stationary bike exercise. It’s amazing, and I feel so good! Can’t say enough good things about this care team!
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September 2, 2021
My visit was excellent. I felt I was listened to as well as advised on how my pain levels and mobility can improve. I am excited to know that I have a great provider to help me through this journey.
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August 30, 2021
For the last 2 years my lower back pain became too much. It was uncomfortable to sit or stand. I would exhaust myself getting through the work day and then go right to bed. I did PT and 2 epidural injections. We tried all the things and Dr. Robey and Dr. Schmitz were patient with me getting to the point where I knew surgery was next. They both have been wonderful and the day of surgery, Dr. Schmitz came in to the room where I was waiting to be taken to the OR and visited with my parents and I and answered questions. I am 3-1/2 weeks in to recovery and am better and stronger each day. If I call with questions I always get a call back. It’s a big deal to trust someone with your spine and I am happy I did. Everyone, nurses included, have been wonderful.
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August 19, 2021
Even though the recommended cervical spine surgery seemed scary to me. Everyone went above and beyond making me feel well cared for. The surgeons personally called me to make sure all my questions were answered. Hopefully my recovery goes as well as the surgery!
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August 19, 2021
Robey D. Orewiler has been a tremendous encouragement to me following up on my back surgery procedure. He has answered my questions in a thorough manner, giving me confidence that I am following instructions that will lead to complete healing.
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April 17, 2021
Very personable, professional, and polite. I appreciate how concerned, informative, and honest Orewiler is about your situation and recovery. I could not have been left in better hands!
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February 12, 2021
Very thourough and understanding. Nice to hear explanations that are easy to understand as detailed as you want to hear.
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December 30, 2020
Very professional and thorough. Honest and quick to the point, understanding and patient during check up.
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November 13, 2020
At a time when everything is so complicated and you don’t know where in the world you are safe with COVID-19, you tend to hesitate taking care of your own health because of the fear of going out in the public. My pain had become unbearable and my Dr. felt it time to refer me on to a specialist for my neck. As leary as I was I continued with her recommendation to Iowa Ortho. It eased my fears as right inside the door were masked staff to take my temperature and screen me before I entered the building. Masks were required, which I wear mine always but everyone else had theirs on also, which also made me feel safe. I checked in at the desk and waited a very short time to see the Dr. After having my blood pressure checked by the nurse, Dr. Robey came in, introduced himself and sat right in front of me with a print out of the x-ray of my neck and showed me exactly where my problem was. He continued to explain to me what had happened and why it was in the shape that it was in. He was very patient and answered all of my questions, making sure I understood and explained all of my options!! The staff were all so kind and all were geared with al the protective equipment they needed for theirs and my safety! Dr. Robey was very kind and made me feel very comfortable that he knew what he was talking about. I was so grateful he was patient and never made me feel rushed to make any decisions. His goal was to get me feeling better and that meant everything to me! I would recommend Iowa Ortho to anyone who needed a spine specialist! They are all very, professional, personable and kind! They make you feel very welcome and you leave knowing that they care!!
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September 30, 2020
Dr. Orewiler treated me great! I like the fact he is A straight up kind of guy him and Dr. Schmitz Were awesome I felt comfortable from the first Visit and felt they were going to fix me up! I’m 61 and haven’t felt this good in years! Thank you Dr. Orewiler and Dr. Schmitz you Are the best!!!
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