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Dr. Sara Zelinskas, DPM

Dr. Sara Zelinskas, DPM

Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery*

Dr. Sara Zelinskas, DPM is a podiatric foot & ankle surgery specialist in Winterset, IA. She is affiliated with medical facilities Adair County Memorial Hospital and Madison County Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (48 reviews)

Practice

300 W Hutchings St Winterset, IA 50273
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Zelinskas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zelinskas

4.5
48 ratings, 39 with a written review
5 star
85%
85%
4 star
2%
2%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
13%
13%

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Poor surgery
Still have trouble walking. Pain every day for almost 4 years.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Nov 20, 2022
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Is in network but denied service due to insurance
Needed durable medical equipment for ankle and verified coverage w/ my insurance prior to scheduling appt. Office mgr insisted I pay up front for item saying it would not be covered, when in fact I verified 5 times with procedure code that it was, and asked them to call the rep I spoke with. Billing/office mgr refused so I reached out to the Dr on her publicly posted email address on her business page. I then received an ugly message saying I was out of line for contacting the doctor via private email (it was the one she listed.) I again asked for them to please verify w/ a prior auth and they refused and told me to go elsewhere. Mgr was very rude and condescensing saying if I couldn't afford $350 for the equipment, how would I be able to pay if insurance refused? Yet never verified coverage with my ins rep. Filed complaint w/ my ins company, and when questioned, Dr's office lied saying they did not take that ins. so complaint was dropped, yet NPI shows still in network.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Mia foot still hurting – Jun 17, 2022
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was great got foot taken care of no more pain
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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Sep 15, 2021
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Yes, indeed. Dr Zelinskas has always done a fine job working on my foot. There is always a light and funny air about her. Great surgeon, too.
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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Raleigh Nelson Jr – Sep 11, 2021
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Another follow-up after ankle replacement. Dr. Zelinskas is always informative and willing to answer questions.
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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Chris – Sep 04, 2021
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Doctor Zelinskas is a wonderful doctor.I am so glad that she was my doctor that did my ankle surgery.She has always did the right thing to help me help me heal better in the right was and always given me the right advice to help me. She is a keeper and I’m very thankful for what she has done for me
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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Shirley Bright – Sep 03, 2021
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I love the care I get from Dr. Z and her nurse Amber. They have been patient and kind. Dr. Z. took the time to explain my conditions and all the necessary steps to repair it. I am very happy that I was treated by her and her staff.
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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J. Dawson – Apr 09, 2021
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Dr. Z is very knowledgeable and very courteous. She has great bedside manner! I have already recommended her to my Mother In Law!
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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Miles Goldsby – Jun 26, 2020
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She did a good job for me.
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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Jun 19, 2020
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Very good Doctor who had injected my feet twice for neuromas now - suggested inserts for shoes and oofos for around house - thanks Dr. Zelinskas
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Liz Thomas – Jun 12, 2020
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Excellent Doctor! Dr. Z is professional, kind and addressed my foot issues.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 12, 2020
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Dr Z is an excellent provider. She is thorough and explains well any questions I have. She is friendly and you do not feel uncomfortable at any time.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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May 27, 2020
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She’s just a great doctor. Very approachable, she listens and asks questions and gives her full attention to what’s going on. Very personable. She’s been my doctor for awhile now and I would highly recommend her to anyone needing a good foot and ankle doctor/surgeon. Her staff is great as well.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Laurie G. – May 22, 2020
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I can always carry on a good conversation with Sara and I never have to wait long. Her staff is the best ??
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Justin Thompson – May 22, 2020
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She is the most dedicated and friendliest doctor I have ever met. If this would lwt me I would give her 20 stars!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Theresa L. Balser – May 22, 2020
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Dr Zelinskas is very easy to talk to. She gives you confidence that she knows what she is doing and cares about helping you.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 15, 2020
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Great bedside manners, straight to the point, very skillful
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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May 15, 2020
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Dr Sara is working with me to correct problems with my Achilles’ tendon. While it’s still a work in progress, she’s a good listener and keeps looking for a solution. Office staff is friendly and efficient. Very health oriented procedures during COVID situation.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 15, 2020
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She was great . She took her time and cured my foot 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
What could be improved
No results
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Thomas Ashe – May 10, 2020
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Dr. Zelinskas took time to listen to my issues. She was thorough and has a great reputation where I went for my physical therapy
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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Jnog – May 08, 2020
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About Me

biography

Sara E. Zelinskas, DPM, earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Iowa State University and her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Des Moines University in Iowa. She completed residency training in foot and ankle surgery at the Franciscan...read more
  • Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery

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  • Franciscan Health System

    Residency Hospital
  • Des Moines University College Of Podiatric Medicine And Surgery

    Medical School

Locations

Practice

Madison County Memorial Hospital300 W Hutchings St Winterset, IA 50273
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Practice

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Office860 Omni Blvd Ste 303 Newport News, VA 23606
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Madison County Hospital

    300 W Hutchings St
    Winterset, IA 50273

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

    99%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    17% higher than the national average

    98%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    10% higher than the national average

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  • Adair County Memorial Hospital

    609 SE Kent St
    Greenfield, IA 50849

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

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    4% higher than the national average

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