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Dr. Joshua Espelund, MD

Dr. Joshua Espelund, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Joshua Espelund, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Spencer, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Espelund has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lakes Regional Healthcare and Spencer Municipal Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

920 Grand Ave Spencer, IA 51301
Telehealth available
(712) 262-8120

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Espelund specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Espelund's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Espelund

3.5

8 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jj – Apr 11, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Oct 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Dawn R. Anton – Jun 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 20, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Deanna Casey in Spencer IA – Apr 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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karen anderson in Graettinger, IA – Jan 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Espelund was born in Grand Island, Nebraska. He moved to Spirit Lake, Iowa as a child and graduated high school from Spirit Lake High School.  He received a degree in Biology from Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa.  Dr...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • University Of Nebraska

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2006

  • Northwestern College

    Undergraduate School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Northwest Iowa Ear Nose and Throat PC920 Grand Ave Spencer, IA 51301
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lakes Regional Healthcare

    2301 Highway 71
    Spirit Lake, IA 51360
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    92%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Myrtue Medical Center

    1213 Garfield Ave
    Harlan, IA 51537

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Spencer Municipal Hospital

    1200 1st Ave E
    Spencer, IA 51301
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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