Dr. Paul Conte, MD
General Surgery*
30+ years of experience
Dr. Paul Conte, MD is a general surgeon in Chariton, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Oregon Health & Science University in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Clarke County Hospital and Lucas County Health Center. He is accepting new patients.
4.8 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (42 reviews)
Practice
1200 N 7th St Chariton, IA 50049Make an Appointment
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Conte is affiliated with Clarke County Hospital Osceola, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
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- Explains Conditions Well
- Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Conte's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Conte
4.8
42 ratings, 22 with a written review
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OPEN INGUINAL HERNIA
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 20, 2025
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SURGERY PATIENT
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- Trusted the provider's decisions
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- I didn't feel respected
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Feb 19, 2025
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My hernia experience
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 other person found this helpful
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Lee A Williams – Jan 26, 2024
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Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
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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Dec 24, 2023
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Cholecystectomy
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- 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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Cindy – Nov 04, 2023
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Hernia Surgery
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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MB – Aug 23, 2023
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Good experience
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Hanna – Aug 05, 2023
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Everyone here was so kind, thoughtful, professional and "bend over backwards" helpful! I LOVE DEB!!!! She is the best and has helped me with everything from setting up my appointments, getting my pre-authorizations, and refills. Probably more as she is so thorough, as are the rest of them! Very highly recommend this place!!!!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 08, 2023
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Cyst Removal
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Kevin Huss – Jan 13, 2023
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Performed my herniorrhaphy and did a wonderful job. He was very thorough, explained risks, recovery, etc. Personable, wasn't afraid to discuss concerns with him.
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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Judy C – Mar 07, 2022
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Great experience from the moment I walked in the door. Wonderful staff. Advocated to get my surgery approved. No complications and pleased with the results.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Susan – Jun 11, 2021
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Dr. Conte is highly recommended. Beyond being very qualified, he really listened and asked the right questions, so important for an effective diagnosis.
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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Allen N. – Jun 11, 2021
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Dr Conte was very thoughtful during the pre surgical visit and provided great follow up with me and my wife post surgery. I had no complications from my Gall Bladder surgery and have no issues at all, I would recommend Dr Conte highly.
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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C Porter – Jun 11, 2021
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Dr. Conte and his staff were very friendly, informative and easy to talk with. Willing to schedule around our availability and made sure we understood everything with our upcoming appointments. Again, very pleasant staff & Dr.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Rhonda Hill – Aug 14, 2019
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Dr. Conte and husband entire team are very caring people. If you need a general surgeon he is your doctor.
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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Teresa M in IA – Jul 06, 2019
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I had a great experience with Dr. Conte. I would highly suggest using him for any hernia surgeries.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 12, 2019
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I had a great experience with Dr. Conte & his staff. They advocated for me and helped me get healthy quickly!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 04, 2019
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My experience was awesome. I highly recommend Dr Conte. 5 stars.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Jan 17, 2019
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My surgery went great is was done when I could get in in a very timely fashion. His staff was very helpful
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
4 others found this helpful
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Jan 03, 2019
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Dr. Conte was able to schedule me quickly for a consult and subsequent surgery following an injury. His office staff was very responsive and went out of their way to help. Dr. Conte had terrific bedside manner, was extremely patient answering my questions, took his time with me, and made me feel at ease. The surgery went very smooth and there were no complications. The overall experience could not have been better.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Clive, IA – Dec 29, 2018
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Conte to family and friends is 4.8095236 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
I am always respectful of the great privilege and responsibility it is to care for surgical patients. I approach treatment in the same way I would for my own family. My thoughts are always do no harm, and operate when it is essential and...read morebiography
Born in Corvallis, Oregon, I enjoyed the outdoors growing up and was an avid skier and motorcyclist. After graduating from college, I married my wife Gwen and have raised three children, primarily in Iowa. I started Iowa Specialty Surgeons in 2004...read moreGeneral Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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University Of Wisconsin Madison
Internship Hospital, 1995Oregon Health & Science University
Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Surgery Teacher of the Year IMMC surgery residency, 2003
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Office5901 Westown Pkwy Ste 110 West Des Moines, IA 50266
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95%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well13% higher than the national average
92%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well10% higher than the national average
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hospital awardView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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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90%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
84%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
98%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home10% higher than the national average
87%Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 1012% higher than the national average
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