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Dr. James Hopson, MD

Dr. James Hopson, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Hopson, MD is a cardiologist in Iowa City, IA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hopson has extensive experience in Heart Conditions, Cardiac Implantable Device Procedures, and Cardiac Electrical System Procedures. He graduated from University of Iowa in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center-West Burlington and Jefferson County Health Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242
(319) 339-3883

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hopson is affiliated with Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center Dubuque, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Hopson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hopson specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hopson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hopson

4.5

14 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
79%
79%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
7%
7%

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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
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Elaine Tarnutzer – Apr 01, 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
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Jim Heefner in Iowa city – Feb 08, 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
9 people found this helpful
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gladys beasley in marengo, iowa – May 20, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Hopson, MD is a cardiologist in Iowa City, IA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hopson has extensive experience in Heart Conditions, Cardiac Implantable Device Procedures, and Cardiac Electrical System Procedures....read more

  • Cardiology

  • Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

  • Internal 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 Iowa

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Hopson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242
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    Medical Associates Clinic P C1000 Langworthy St Dubuque, IA 52001
    2

    Practice

    Jefferson County Health Center2000 S Main St Fairfield, IA 52556
    3
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 12:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    UI Heart and Vascular Center105 E 9th St Coralville, IA 52241
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center

      250 Mercy Dr
      Dubuque, IA 52001
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Jefferson County Health Center

      2000 S Main St
      Fairfield, IA 52556

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

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

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Iowa Health Care

      200 Hawkins Dr
      Iowa City, IA 52242
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      View all awards

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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