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Dr. Philip Bear, DO

Dr. Philip Bear, DO

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Philip Bear, DO is a cardiologist in West Des Moines, IA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and Mercyone Newton Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

5880 University Ave West Des Moines, IA 50266
Telehealth available

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Dr. Bear's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bear

2.9
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Dr Bear is very informative. Excellent bedside manner. Will be missed!!
What went well
  • 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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May 06, 2021
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I was sent to Dr. Bear who was the earliest appt. in my area. I had to wait. He was nice enough, but more interested in his opinion of what I needed then listening. Exercise inside is not enough. I need vitamin D from the sun. I need to bike because a treadmill is not sufficient. I need copious amounts of water because I am obviously dehydrated when I said I was experiencing dizziness upon standing. That is probably more likely due to three blood pressure medicines. He did cut me back. It helped
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 06, 2018
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If I could give Dr. Bear zero stars I would. Our experience yesterday seeing Dr Bear, to get help with my daughter's illness, was horrific. NEVER in my life have I had a doctor wink at me, and not just ones!!! My daughter suffers from a chronic illness called hEDS, but Dr. Bear had the nerves to tell me after one of his extremely unprofessional winks "not to worry, your daughter is perfectly healthy" Unforgivable, wish we had never seen him. He demoralized my daughter, who suffers enough!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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IA – May 22, 2018
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I would hope others who have a sick teenager would see more compassion. He was basically a jerk.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Ankeny – May 22, 2018
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Great experience. I feel that Dr Bear truly cares about his patients health and recovery. I would refer friends and family to him with no reservations.
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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Susan in Des Moines, IA – Jul 08, 2016
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Dr. Philip Bear, DO is a cardiologist in West Des Moines, IA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987
  • University Mo-kansas City Affil Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1984
  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Practice

Unavail5880 University Ave West Des Moines, IA 50266
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