Dayana E. Patera
Physician · Internal medicine
11–15 years of experience
Menopause Society Certified Practitioner
About Methodist Physicians Clinic West Shores
Dr. Patera is an internal medicine doctor who sees adults at a Methodist Physicians Clinic in Waterloo, just west of Omaha. Midlife women's health is one of her stated clinical interests, alongside metabolic health and obesity medicine. She is also board certified in obesity medicine, so she is a good fit for a woman who wants menopause care and weight or metabolic concerns handled by one doctor. She grew up in Venezuela and sees patients in Spanish as well as English. Her profile says she is accepting new patients, and appointments are booked by calling the clinic.
Care
Treats
- Perimenopause
- Menopause
- Hot flashes
- Sleep problems
- Mood & anxiety
- Brain fog
- Vaginal dryness
- Low libido
- Irregular periods
Particular focus
- Weight & metabolism
Cost and insurance
Insurance
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
UnitedHealthcare
Ambetter
Medicare Advantage
Medicaid managed care
Humana Full Access (PPO) (Group Medicare Advantage)
Humana Gold Plus (HMO) and HumanaChoice (PPO) (Medicare Advantage)
Molina NE Medicaid
Molina NE Medicare Advantage
Medicare
Medicaid (NE)
Self-pay
Not confirmed — ask the office what a visit costs.
Verified October 2026. Coverage depends on your plan — confirm with your insurer before your visit.
Qualifications
MD, MSCP
