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Fort Dodge Clinic

3.6 out of 5 · 16 reviews

General Surgery • Fort Dodge, IA

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Summary: Iowa Specialty Hospital (nonprofit) operates focused, specialized care with campuses in Belmond and Clarion and outreach clinics in Clear Lake, Fort Dodge, Hampton, Webster City, and West Des Moines. The Fort Dodge presence refers to the Fort Dodge Clinic, part of the network with over 500 employees and 35+ providers/specialists. The organization emphasizes community support and local engagement, including staff milestones and sponsorships/events in Fort Dodge.

Clinic Type

General Surgery

Address

2700 1st Ave South Fort Dodge, IA 50501

Phone

515-955-6767

Email

Amber.Kastler@IASpecialty.com

Opening Hours

Monday – Thursday: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm; Friday: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Website

https://www.iowaspecialtyhospital.com/locations/fort-dodge-iowa-specialty-hospital/fort-dodge-clinic

Telehealth

Yes

Services Offered

  • General Surgery
  • Foot & Ankle Treatment and Surgery (Podiatry)
  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Laboratory Services
  • Orthopedics
  • Pain Management (Interventional)
  • Radiology & Imaging
  • Spine (Neck & Back)
  • Sports Medicine
  • Weight Management (Medical)
  • Family Medicine
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Pediatrics
  • Wound Care Services
  • Telehealth: Virtual Healthcare Visits
  • Hospitalist Care
  • Inpatient Services
  • Dermatology
  • Cardiology
  • Neurology
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Diabetes Education
  • Occupational Medicine Services
  • Maternity Center
  • Nursing/Support Services
  • Nutrition Coaching
  • Psychiatric Medication Services
  • Rehabilitation & Therapy
  • Sleep/Neuro Study
  • Urology
  • Vein Care
  • Visiting Nurse Services
  • Weight Loss Surgery
  • Women's Healthcare Services
  • Gerontology (Senior Health Services)
  • Respiratory/IV Infusion Therapy

Insurance & Payment

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No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay. There is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available.

Languages Spoken

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FAQs

Do I need to make an appointment?

Appointments Required.

Awards & Accreditations

  • Awards & Recognitions - Iowa Specialty Hospital

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • UnityPoint Clinic Express (Fort Dodge): 3.2 out of 5 (46 reviews)
  • Van Diest Family Health Clinic of Fort Dodge: 4.4 out of 5 (7 reviews)
  • Fort Dodge VA Clinic: 3.0 out of 5 (9 reviews)
  • Iowa Specialty Hospital (Fort Dodge - Michelle Pearson, ARNP): 4.9 out of 5 (255 patient ratings)

Patients praise

  • Friendly and helpful staff
  • Facility modernization and cleanliness
  • Speed of care and efficiency for some patients
  • High ratings for specific providers

Common complaints

  • Dismissive treatment of symptoms
  • Difficulty scheduling appointments or long wait times
  • Frustration with communication or lack of online booking portal availability
  • Dissatisfaction with pain management protocols

"Very dismissive of my symptoms. Told them I know my body and I know when I have an infection. Did not listen to me and wasted my time."

— UnityPoint Clinic Express (Fort Dodge) patient review

"When the Dr tells ya he’s too busy to go over your list of issues it’s time to find another Dr!"

— Fort Dodge VA Clinic patient review

"Fast response, friendly staff. Super easy to get in and out. I will continue to go without doubt."

— Van Diest Family Health Clinic of Fort Dodge patient review

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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