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Dr. Kenneth Goins, MD

Dr. Kenneth Goins, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kenneth Goins, MD is an ophthalmologist in Iowa City, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with University of Kansas Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Goins specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Goins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Goins

3.8
12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
67%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
17%
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1 star
17%
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Staff impacts a doctor's practice
I found Dr. Goins knowledgeable, attentive and caring, before and after surgery, but as my eyesight did not improve this changed and he didn't seem to want to be bothered. Most of the clinic's staff were immature, disrespectful and easily allowed their emotional state and/or feelings to interfere with their professionalism. As soon as a cornea surgeon began practicing near my home, I quickly changed over to him. A doctor can be the best there is but when the staff is intolerable it will result in a loss of patients.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Amy803 – Jun 21, 2023
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Unresponsive
I received great care from Dr. Goins at first but as time went on his staff acted like "snowflakes" and bullies, lied to the hospital complaint officer and refused to get a referral Dr. Goins ordered sent to another specialist for over a month. When I tried to contact Dr. Goins and let him know the referral had not been sent, I was told he doesn't talk to his patients outside of appts. I then asked for an appt and was told only he decides if an appt is needed and when. I contacted my health insurance company and they interceded on my behalf and got the referral sent. At that point I fired Dr. Goins and his unprofessional and incompetent staff.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Nov 04, 2022
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I was very impressed with dr goins ,very concerned prop on address the issue .I have complete trust in him doing my surgery
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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De Ann – Jul 23, 2020
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Dr Goins and his staff took excellent care of both of my eyes. He was able to diagnose what was wrong and he fixed the problem. I was impressed when he actually used is phone and magnifying glass to take pictures and show me what was wrong, then he shared a video on how he was going to take care of the problem.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Karen Boatright – Jun 16, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Much of our current healthcare is about CURING.  CURING is good.  But remember that HEALING is spiritual, and HEALING is better, because we can heal many people we cannot cure.

biography

Dr. Kenneth Goins joined the KU Eye faculty in August 2018 as Professor, specializing in cornea and external disease and refractive surgery.  He received his MD from the University of Kentucky in Lexington, where he also completed an internship...read more
  • Ophthalmology

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  • Duke University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991
  • Lexington Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1990
  • Lexington Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1987
  • University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242
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Unavail7400 State Line Rd Prairie Village, KS 66208
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Practice

The University of Kansas Hospital4000 Cambridge St Kansas City, KS 66160
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  • Hours
    • Mon: open 24 hours
    • Tue: open 24 hours
    • Wed: open 24 hours
    • Thu: open 24 hours
    • Fri: open 24 hours
    • Sat: open 24 hours
    • Sun: open 24 hours
  • Directions

Practice

Miller Building Eye Care and Optical Shop2000 Olathe Kansas City, KS 66160
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Kansas Hospital

    4000 Cambridge St
    Kansas City, KS 66160
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 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

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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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