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Dr. Lisa Coester, MD

Dr. Lisa Coester, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Lisa Coester, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cedar Rapids, IA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Tucom-Ca in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's Hospital-Cedar Rapids and UnityPoint Health-Jones Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

202 10th St SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Make an Appointment

(319) 398-1500

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Coester is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Jones Regional Medical Center Anamosa, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Coester specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Coester's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Coester

2.6

16 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
38%
38%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
56%
56%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Alice Zimple – Jan 19, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
David Michalicek – Aug 12, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
Helpful
Marlene Wickenkamp in Shellsburg, IA – Mar 01, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Marion, IA – Mar 29, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Israel in Cedar Rapids, IA – Jul 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Coester graduated from the University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine- Los Angeles. She works in Cedar Rapids, IA and specializes in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. Dr. Coester is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital and Mercy Hospital.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

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  • University Of Arizona

    Undergraduate School

  • University Iowa Hosps And Clins

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Tucom-ca

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office202 10th St SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
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Office275 10th St SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UnityPoint Health-Jones Regional Medical Center

    1795 Highway 64 E
    Anamosa, IA 52205
    Recipient of 3
    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

    2% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's Hospital-Cedar Rapids

    1026 A Ave NE
    Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
    Recipient of 13
    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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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