Matthew Skeens, D.O.
Matthew Skeens, D.O.
Treats Children
Locations and Appointments
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- HMO
- PPO
- EPO/POS
- Blue Access
- EPO
- HMO
- Mediblue (Senior)
- PPO
- Freedom
- *Liberty
- *Metro/Core/Charter
About Matthew Skeens, D.O.
As primary care physicians, we hope to be alongside our patients and positively impact their health over a long period of time. I consider my role to be my patients’ health partner--actively listening to hear what is most important to each individual and responding with evidence-based, compassionate care. I enjoy the wide variety of issues we manage on any given day, whether it’s getting to the bottom of a puzzling new rash, helping a patient stay up-to-date on their preventive health, or coordinating with their larger care team. We get to apply ever-evolving medical knowledge to the context of each patients’ unique life, partnering to work toward personal health goals, navigate the unexpected, and celebrate successes and milestones.
Dr. Skeens attended medical school at Des Moines University in his home town in Iowa, and completed his residency at the nearby Mercy Medical Center, where he served as chief resident. He practiced primary care medicine with UnityPoint Clinics in Cedar Falls, Iowa, for nearly ten years, also serving as faculty for three years within the family medicine residency program, teaching and mentoring new physicians, both in clinic and hospital settings. A fun fact: Dr. Skeens graduated from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design and worked as a freelance illustrator for several years before entering medical school. Outside of medicine, he is generally found outdoors exploring new places with wife and dog, adventure cycling, running, or taking photographs. Dr. Skeens is thrilled to join Weill Cornell Medicine Primary Care and establish new roots in New York City.
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D.O.Des Moines University - Osteopathic Medical Center2013
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B.F.A.Minneapolis College of Art and Design2005
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Assistant Attending PhysicianNewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
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Assistant Professor of Family Medicine in Clinical MedicineWeill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University
External Relationships
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