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Dr. Patrick Ahrens, MD

Dr. Patrick Ahrens, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Patrick Ahrens, MD is a general surgeon in Council Bluffs, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Methodist Jennie Edmundson and Montgomery County Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Methodist Physicians Clinic (201 Building)

201 Ridge St Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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(712) 396-4000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ahrens is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Council Bluffs, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ahrens specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ahrens' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ahrens

3.4

5 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
60%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
40%
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Doreen E Halbert – Dec 13, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 30, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Patrick Ahrens, MD is a general surgeon in Council Bluffs, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Methodist...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Henry Ford Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1995

  • University Of Washington School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Methodist Physicians Clinic (201 Building)

Methodist Physicians Clinic (201 Building)201 Ridge St Council Bluffs, IA 51503
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Methodist Jennie Edmundson

    933 E Pierce St
    Council Bluffs, IA 51503
    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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Montgomery County Memorial Hospital

    2301 Eastern Ave
    Red Oak, IA 51566

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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