MercyOne Western Iowa’s Chief Medical Officer Elected To The Iowa Medical Society Board Of Directors

Keith Vollstedt, MD

Keith Vollstedt, MD, MercyOne Western Iowa chief medical officer, has been elected to the Iowa Medical Society (IMS) Board of Directors. Dr. Vollstedt, a University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine graduate, has served the greater Sioux City area as a surgeon for over 30 years. 

At its annual meeting on April 19 in Des Moines, IMS members elected Dr. Vollstedt as one of three newly appointed board members. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Vollstedt to the IMS Board. His expertise in healthcare will be invaluable as we continue to advocate for our members and the communities they serve,” said Christina Taylor, MD and IMS President.  

“I am honored to serve on the IMS board. This position helps me advocate statewide for patient care and deliver high-quality care across Iowa,” said Dr. Vollstedt.  

“In my short time here, it has become very apparent that Dr. Vollstedt has the respect and trust of the physicians I have met and hospital leadership,” added Tom Clark, president of MercyOne Western Iowa. 

The Iowa Medical Society, established in 1850, is the largest and oldest statewide professional association for Iowa physicians, representing over 6,000 members. Our mission is to advance the practice of medicine through advocacy, education, and engagement with physicians throughout Iowa to ensure the highest quality of care for the patients they serve. Visit iowamedical.org for more information.  

The IMS Board of Directors is a dedicated group of physicians who guide the organization's strategic direction and policies. Committed to improving healthcare for Iowans, the board sets strategic initiatives, advocates for healthcare policy and furthers member engagement.