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Dr. James Poock, MD

Dr. James Poock, MD

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Poock, MD is a family medicine physician in Waterloo, IA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Community Memorial Hospital Sumner and Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Cedar Valley Primary Care & Walk-In Clinic

4006 Johnathan St Ste B Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 233-1540
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Dr. Poock is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Poock specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Poock's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Poock

4.6

11 ratings, 8 with a written review
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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
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Apr 10, 2025
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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
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Pam Studebaker – Oct 06, 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
Nov 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
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 16, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Dec 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
1 person found this helpful
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Rebecca Z – Aug 12, 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
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Steve E – Aug 03, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Aug 05, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr James J Poock specializes in family medicine. He is a primary-care physician trained to meet the diverse health needs of children and families. His areas of interest include clinical research, endoscopy, cardiovascular disease and acute illnesses.

biography

Dr. James J. Poock specializes in family medicine. He is a primary-care physician trained to meet the diverse health needs of children and families. His areas of interest include clinical research, endoscopy, cardiovascular disease and acute illnesses.

  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Poock is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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    Locations

    Cedar Valley Primary Care & Walk-In Clinic

    Cedar Valley Primary Care & Walk-In Clinic4006 Johnathan St Ste B Waterloo, IA 50701
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Community Memorial Hospital Sumner

      909 W 1st St
      Sumner, IA 50674

    • Waverly Health Center

      312 9th St SW
      Waverly, IA 50677

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

      88%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital

      1825 Logan Ave
      Waterloo, IA 50703
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      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

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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