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Dr. Dennis Zachary, MD

Dr. Dennis Zachary, MD

Geriatric Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Dennis Zachary, MD is a geriatric medicine physician in Des Moines, IA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

6601 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA 50315
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(515) 643-9400

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Zachary specializes in the areas of Family Practice, Geriatric Medicine & Sports Medicine. • See board certifications
  • 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.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Zachary's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zachary

4.0

15 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
20%
20%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Jessica – Aug 14, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 28, 2019
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What went well
  • 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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Judy in Des Moines, IA – Sep 04, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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Megan S in Norwalk, IA – Dec 29, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

Dennis Zachary, M.D., is part of the Mercy health care family including four hospitals and more than 50 clinics. 

  • Geriatric Medicine

  • Sports Medicine

  • Family Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Mn Affil Hosps

    Residency Hospital

  • Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Geriatric Medicine
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Sports Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Unavail6601 SW 9th St Des Moines, IA 50315
1

Practice

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center1111 6th Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
2

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

    View all awards

    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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