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Dr. Wesley Smidt, MD

Dr. Wesley Smidt, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Wesley Smidt, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Des Moines, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Guthrie County Hospital and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 213 Des Moines, IA 50316

Make an Appointment

(515) 263-9696

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Smidt specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • 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
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Smidt's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smidt

4.1

36 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
78%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
22%
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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
Sheilah Dickey – Oct 17, 2024
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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
Mar 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 05, 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
Helpful
Sandy Dudney – Oct 27, 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
Helpful
Oct 08, 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Doug Stier – Oct 21, 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
BeBe – Oct 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Belinda – Oct 17, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Shafer in Fontanelle IA – Mar 09, 2018
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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
Des Moines, IA – Aug 29, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ankeny, IA – Mar 25, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

To provide each patient with the highest quality of orthopaedic care possible. This involves every facet of the patient's experience at DMOS, from the moment a patient visits our facility to the moment they leave. They become a part of our DMOS family and our rich tradition of always exceeding patient expectations.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989

  • University Of Arizona

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • Central College

    Undergraduate School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 213 Des Moines, IA 50316
1

Practice

Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC6001 Westown Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50266
2
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:45am - 4:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Guthrie County Hospital

    710 N 12th St
    Guthrie Center, IA 50115

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

    92%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • 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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