Samuel Schroeder, MD
UnityPoint Health has named Samuel Schroeder, MD, Medical Director, Radiation Oncology, as of November 1, 2026.
In this systemwide role, Dr. Schroeder will provide physician leadership for radiation oncology services across UnityPoint Health. He will focus on quality, collaboration and consistent care while continuing to practice at John Stoddard Cancer Center in Des Moines.
“Sam brings strong clinical expertise, a collaborative leadership style and a clear commitment to improving care for patients,” Gregory Kennedy, MD, PhD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer, Oncology Service Line said. “His leadership will help connect our radiation oncology teams and build on the high-quality care already happening across UnityPoint Health.”
Dr. Schroeder joined John Stoddard Cancer Center as a radiation oncologist in 2020 and has served in a radiation oncology medical director role there. He is board-certified by the American Board of Radiology in radiation oncology. His clinical experience includes conventional radiation therapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, stereotactic body radiation therapy, brachytherapy, radiopharmaceutical therapies and participation in National Cancer Institute clinical trials.
“I am excited to collaborate across UnityPoint Health to help patients access high-quality radiation oncology care close to home,” Dr. Schroeder said.
Dr. Schroeder earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and completed his radiation oncology residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. He also holds an MBA from the University of Texas at Dallas.