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Dr. Joseph Gilg, MD

Dr. Joseph Gilg, MD

Rheumatology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Gilg, MD is a rheumatologist in Urbandale, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gilg has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Knoxville Hospital & Clinics and Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

8421 Plum Dr Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 270-7222

Dr. Gilg is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
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Dr. Gilg's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gilg

3.6

16 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
56%
56%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
25%
25%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jennifer – Jan 18, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Jul 10, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 08, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
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Dave H – Oct 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
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3 people found this helpful
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Kevin in Des Moines, IA – Apr 16, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Bob Bernard in Urbandale, IA – Dec 29, 2015
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About Me

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Dr. Joseph Gilg, MD is a rheumatologist in Urbandale, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gilg has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University of Nebraska Medical Center College of...read more

  • Rheumatology

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  • University Of Nebraska

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • University Of Missouri

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Gilg is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office8421 Plum Dr Urbandale, IA 50322
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Knoxville Hospital & Clinics

      1002 S Lincoln St
      Knoxville, IA 50138

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      86%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Mercyone Newton Medical Center

      204 N 4th Ave E
      Newton, IA 50208

      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 nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • 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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