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Dr. Michael Carlisle, MD

Dr. Michael Carlisle, MD

Oncoplastic Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Carlisle, MD is an oncoplastic surgery specialist in West Des Moines, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2007. He is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Practice

4855 Mills Civic Pkwy Ste 100 West Des Moines, IA 50265

Make an Appointment

(515) 277-5555

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Carlisle is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center Des Moines, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Carlisle is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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. Carlisle specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery & Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Carlisle's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carlisle

4.8

45 ratings, 43 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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IowaMomma – May 03, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Aug 25, 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
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Jan 07, 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
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Christine – May 02, 2020
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What could be improved
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5 people found this helpful
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Feb 11, 2020
I am SO so sorry you had a problem. Excellent...Read More
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What went well
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What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Tifa – Nov 05, 2019
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Jen in Wdm, IA – Jun 16, 2019
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What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
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Mar 17, 2019
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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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Ankeny – Jan 20, 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
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Pam Kroeger in Earlham, IA – Jan 20, 2019
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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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Carissa Woods in Waukee, IA – Sep 18, 2018
Thank you Carissa! We try so hard to do the very...Read More
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Breast Reconstruction – Jun 10, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Jan 14, 2018
Dr. Carlisle's Reply –
Hi, thank you so much for the positive review!
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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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kris in Ames – Jan 09, 2018
Hello Kris, thank you; we appreciate your...Read More
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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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des moines, ia – Oct 21, 2017
Dr. Carlisle's Reply –
Hello, thank you so much or the high star rating!
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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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Carla Vetter in Alleman – Oct 16, 2017
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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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des moines, ia – Sep 27, 2017
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Hi, we really appreciate your positive review!
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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
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West Des Moines, IA – Jun 18, 2017
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

I am committed to excellence in surgery and compassionate care. Excellence in surgery comes from precision training, understanding, and continued education on the latest advancements and technologies. Compassionate care listens, empathizes, and...read more

biography

As a plastic surgeon, I understand the importance of excellent RESULTS. Since I was also fully trained as an ear, nose, and throat surgeon before training as a plastic surgeon, I understand the importance of excellent FUNCTION. For instance, if...read more

  • Oncoplastic Surgery

  • Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • 1st Residency - Ear, Nose, Throat (otolaryngology) - University Of Kansas, Kansas City

    Residency Hospital

  • 1st Residency - Ear, Nose, Throat (otolaryngology) - University Of Kansas, Kansas City|2nd Residency - Plastic Surgery - Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Ohio

    Residency Hospital

  • 2nd Residency - Plastic Surgery - Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Ohio

    Residency Hospital

  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Dr. Carlisle is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Koch Facial Plastic Surgery PC4855 Mills Civic Pkwy Ste 100 West Des Moines, IA 50265
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    • Call
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:15am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:15am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:15am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:15am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:15am - 5:00pm
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    Practice

    West Lakes Surgery Center LLC12499 University Ave Ste 100 Clive, IA 50325
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    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

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      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

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