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Dr. Steven Elg, MD

Dr. Steven Elg, MD

Gynecologic Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Elg, MD is a gynecologist oncologist in Des Moines, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Boone County Hospital and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

1221 Pleasant St Ste 400 Des Moines, IA 50309

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
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Dr. Elg's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elg

4.1

27 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
74%
74%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
19%
19%

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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
PJGC – Nov 15, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Sharon M. – Nov 10, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
D.A.Flores – Mar 15, 2023
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Your positive feedback is much appreciated!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Darlene Schafer – Jan 01, 2023
Dr. Elg's Reply –
Thank you for your positive review, Darlene!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 06, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Techwriter777 – Jun 20, 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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IA – Jun 05, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Mar 30, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 08, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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 people found this helpful
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May 09, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Vancouver, WA – Sep 10, 2017
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Peggy in Carlisle, IA – Jul 20, 2017
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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
Chicago, IL – Feb 13, 2017
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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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M.Sue in Carlisle – Jan 07, 2017
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
West Des Moines, IA – Aug 08, 2016
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mary PK in Des Moines, IA – Jun 18, 2016
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Liz Coltrain in Westport WA – Apr 24, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Steven Elg, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of women with cancer of the reproductive organs. Dr. Elg is a recognized diplomate of Gynecologic Oncology by the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ABOG)....read more

biography

Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Steven Elg, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of women with cancer of the reproductive organs. Dr. Elg is a recognized diplomate of Gynecologic Oncology by the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology...read more
  • Gynecologic Oncology

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  • Madigan Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Madigan Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986
  • University Of Washington School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
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Locations

Practice

Office1221 Pleasant St Ste 400 Des Moines, IA 50309
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Practice

Central Iowa Hospital Corporation1200 Pleasant St Des Moines, IA 50309
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Office1215 Pleasant St Des Moines, IA 50309
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St
    Des Moines, IA 50309
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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  • Boone County Hospital

    1015 Union St
    Boone, IA 50036

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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