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Dr. Stephen Ash, MD

Dr. Stephen Ash, MD

Sports Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Ash, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Des Moines, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (46 reviews)

Practice

450 Laurel St Ste A Des Moines, IA 50314

Make an Appointment

(515) 247-8400

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ash specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Ash's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ash

4.5

46 ratings, 25 with a written review
5 Star
85%
85%
4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
11%
11%

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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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Erin McBroom – Dec 02, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 02, 2023
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What went well
  • 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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Mark Cottrell – Nov 11, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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M Patyk – Sep 01, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Michael K Brannigan – Aug 13, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 13, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Marge jarrett – Jun 12, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Mark McCallops – Jun 03, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Indianola resident – Apr 17, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Shantelle Patton – Apr 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jessica – Jan 27, 2022
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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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Pam – Nov 06, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Apr 16, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Tracy Miles – Jan 18, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Larry Klindt – Aug 30, 2020
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What went well
  • 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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Anon – Jul 03, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
Bre – Jan 09, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Oct 31, 2019
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What went well
  • 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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Oct 24, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Stephen Ash, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Des Moines, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Il College Of Med

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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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 Orthopaedic Center P.C.5300 NW 86th St Ste 500 Johnston, IA 50131
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Iowa Ortho710 E 1st St Ankeny, IA 50021
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave
    Des Moines, IA 50314
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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