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McFarland Clinic

Pediatrics • Ames, IA • Since 1946

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McFarland Clinic is Iowa’s largest physician-owned multi-specialty clinic, serving Ames, Marshalltown, and surrounding communities. It offers pediatrics among its 200+ providers across 27 offices in central Iowa, with over one million patient visits annually. The Ames and Marshalltown locations provide pediatric care within a broad network that covers family medicine, internal medicine, dermatology, and many other specialties. McFarland Clinic is privately held, founded in 1946, and headquartered in Ames, IA. Key locations relevant to pediatric care in Ames and Marshalltown include: - Ames: 1111 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010; 3500 University Blvd, Suite 101, Ames, IA 50010 - Marshalltown: 802 S Center St, Marshalltown, IA 50158; 421 E Merle Hibbs Blvd, Marshalltown, IA 50158 For careers or specific pediatric services, see their site sections on Pediatrics and Careers.

Clinic Type

Pediatrics

Address

1215 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Phone

515-239-6730

Email

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Opening Hours

Mon-Fri 8am-7pm; Sat 8am-12pm

Website

https://www.mcfarlandclinic.com/specialties/pediatrics

Services Offered

  • Pediatrics
  • Pediatric Hospitalists
  • Well Child and Adolescent Care
  • Immunizations
  • Dietician referrals
  • Hospital Care
  • Lab and Radiology Services
  • Physical Therapy
  • Treatment of Minor Injuries
  • Acute and chronic diseases management

Insurance & Payment

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Payment options page listed in extras

Languages Spoken

  • English

FAQs

What do I need to bring with me to my appointment?

Please bring an updated medication list, a photo ID, insurance card, forms that need to be completed, and a list of questions you may have for the provider. If you are new to the clinic, please bring a copy of your child's previous medical records.

How do I contact my doctor on the weekends/nights?

For information on getting an evening or weekend appointment at Urgent Care or Express Care, or to contact First Nurse, please visit our Need Care Now page.

Is it ok for me to send my teen child to his/her appointment alone since I am at work?

It is preferred that a parent or legal guardian attends the appointment with the child. If you are unable to attend your child’s appointment, please provide us with a phone number where you can be reached during the appointment.

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • McFarland Clinic (patient ratings shown on provider pages) - Ames (Duff Ave): ~4.64 to 4.95 out of 5 (examples: 4.94/5, 4.86/5, 4.87/5, 4.95/5, 4.64/5) (Between ~54 and 196 patient ratings on the shown provider pages (examples: 115, 140, 112, 196, 54))
  • McFarland Clinic (patient ratings shown on provider pages) - Marshalltown (Merle Hibbs Blvd): ~4.68 to 4.80 out of 5 (examples: 4.73/5, 4.68/5, 4.80/5) (Between ~106 and 111 patient ratings on the shown provider pages (examples: 106, 111, 127))

Patients praise

  • Providers described as listening to parents/children and addressing concerns
  • Thorough exams and clear explanations of next steps/treatment
  • Kind, compassionate bedside manner and not making patients feel rushed
  • Positive rapport with children (comforting, patient with responses)

Common complaints

  • Reported appointment/cancellation issues (for McFarland Clinic generally, not limited to pediatrics)
  • Billing/financial complaint about needing payment to be seen after ER-related use of McFarland physicians

"“Dr Alexander is an excellent listener and support to young adult patients.”"

— McFarland Clinic provider page (Jill Alexander, MD - Pediatrics)

"“Very personable, listened to our concerns... next steps were set.”"

— McFarland Clinic provider page (David Moore III, MD - Pediatrics)

"“nothing but cancellations for myself and children... Don't call 2 days prior... if you can't get a patient in... This is ooor care”"

— Birdeye reviews page mentioning McFarland Clinic Medical Arts Building (Ames)

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

In the News

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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