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Dr. Mark Matthes, MD

Dr. Mark Matthes, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Mark Matthes, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Des Moines, IA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and Dallas County Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 96 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (96 reviews)

Practice

450 Laurel St Ste A Des Moines, IA 50314

Make an Appointment

(515) 247-8400

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Matthes is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center Des Moines, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Matthes specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Matthes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Matthes

4.8

96 ratings, 73 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Cko – Nov 27, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Frank Hotman – Oct 01, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Sep 24, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jody – Sep 18, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sep 04, 2024
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Aug 02, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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Marilynn – Jul 17, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Cora from Indianola, Iowa – Jul 10, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Jun 19, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Thomas Lepperd – Jun 19, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Patricia Mead – May 30, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Apr 30, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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MFox – Apr 11, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Darla K – Mar 16, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Deborah Fuerman – Mar 14, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 21, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Larry Vander Linden – Jan 05, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Andy Humphrey – Dec 25, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Ann T – Dec 21, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jeanne V – Nov 24, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

I strive to help my patients achieve greater mobility, independence, and relief from pain through treatment of arthritis and other painful conditions affecting the hip and knee joints. Hip and knee replacements can represent a miracle of modern...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Institute For Bone And Joint Disorders

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Oaf Ks School Of Med|university Of Kansas School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Unavail450 Laurel St Ste A Des Moines, IA 50314
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Practice

Iowa Ortho500 Jefferson St Pella, IA 50219
2
Iowa Orthopaedic Center P.C.5300 NW 86th St Ste 500 Johnston, IA 50131
3
Office300 N 4th Ave E Ste C Newton, IA 50208
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Pella Regional Health Center

    404 Jefferson St
    Pella, IA 50219

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Dallas County Hospital

    610 10th St
    Perry, IA 50220

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

    93%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    11% higher than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercyone Centerville Medical Center

    1 Saint Joseph Dr
    Centerville, IA 52544

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

    90%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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