Justin Leitch, MD
My specialties:
- Pediatrics
Professional interests:
- Preventive Medicine
- Well-child exams
- Sports Medicine
- Evidence-Based Medicine
- Infant and toddler care
I am a board-certified physician specializing in pediatrics. My professional interests include preventive medicine, well-child exams, sports medicine, infant & toddler care and evidence-based medicine. I offer face-to-face virtual visits for a variety of health services and conditions.
Hometown: Des Moines, IA
Best part of my work: The privilege to learn valuable life lessons from patients while helping them feel better and live healthier.
Why I became a pediatrician: I enjoy the honesty and sincerity of children. They help us focus on what is important in life.
What I tell friends and family: Find ways to be active as a family. It’s good for your health and your relationships.
How I spend my free time: Running, listening to audiobooks, playing guitar, and traveling with my wife and two boys.
What patients say about me: They appreciate my attention to detail and clear explanations.
Credentials
- MD
Board-certified specialties
- Pediatrics
Awards and recognitions
- Alpha Omega Alpha
- Gold Humanism Honor Society
Personal interests
- Family
- Family activities
- Hiking
- Music
- Running
Educational institutions
- University of Iowa College of Medicine
Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatrics
Current licenses and certifications
- Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics
Internships
- University of Minnesota
Residencies
- University of Minnesota
Years of experience
- 15
Hospital affiliations
- Mercy Hospital
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Major health plans we participate in
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we participate in
- Medicaid/Medicare
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)
Excellent treatment and detailed explanation from the provider
Went through meds, history, explained options for testing.
Thank you for helping me to make informed decisions regarding my children's vaccination and growth.
Thanks
Always great service
Well taken care of
I was waiting the provider more than 15 minutes
I appreciate the personalized care.
Dr Leitch really cares about his patients!
Dr Leitch listens and generally cares