Dr. Josephine Dunn-Junius Brings Comprehensive Family Medicine to Sheldon, Iowa

A Dedicated Family Physician Committed to Holistic Care for All Ages

A trusted family physician, Dr. Dunn-Junius tends to patients at the Sanford Sheldon Clinic. She specializes in geriatric health care, sports medicine services, and women’s health care, ensuring that a wide range of health concerns are addressed with compassion and expertise. She believes in the concept of a medical home, where every patient feels valued and cared for, regardless of age or health status.

“I seek to provide quality, holistic primary care to patients from babies to grandparents,” said Dr. Dunn-Junius. “I want everyone to feel that they have a medical home with us, where their health care needs are met with dignity and respect.”

In regards to her educational background, Dr. Dunn-Junius completed her residency in family medicine at UHS Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, NY, after earning her medical degree from the State University of New York in New York City. Her background includes significant experience and research, along with active memberships in esteemed professional organizations, including the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the Iowa Academy of Family Physicians.

In recognition of her dedication to the field, she has received several awards throughout her career, including the Chief Resident Award in 2013 and the Rural Medical Education Award in 2010. Notably, she was also honored with the Navy & Marine Commendation Medal for her service in Djibouti, Africa, showcasing her commitment to serving others both domestically and abroad.

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Dunn-Junius enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her husband and two sons. She is passionate about traveling and participating in church activities, as well as engaging in medical missions that allow her to give back to communities in need. Her love for cooking, baking, and sports—particularly basketball and baseball—reflects her commitment to a balanced lifestyle.

“Determination, perseverance, hard work, and God’s favor have been essential to my success,” she shares. She believes that maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial not only for her patients but also for herself as she juggles family life and a demanding career.

 

Learn More about Dr. Josephine Dunn-Junius:
Through her findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/82422732-Josephine-Dunn-Junius-Family-Practitioner or through Sanford Health, https://www.sanfordhealth.org/doctors/josephine-dunn-junius

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