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Dr. Nicholas Southard, DO

Dr. Nicholas Southard, DO

Vascular Surgery*

Dr. Nicholas Southard, DO is a vascular surgeon in West Des Moines, IA. Dr. Southard has extensive experience in Peripheral Vascular Disease and Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center and Greene County Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

5950 University Ave West Des Moines, IA 50266

Make an Appointment

(515) 875-9090

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Southard specializes in the areas of General Surgery & General Vascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Southard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Southard

4.0

4 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
25%
25%

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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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B Jacobs – May 16, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Windsor Heights, IA – Nov 28, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Nicholas Southard became a vascular surgeon because he wanted to make a dramatic impact on patients by preventing strokes, limb loss and aneurysm ruptures. He joined The Iowa Clinic in 2013, directly out of training, due to The Clinic's reputation...read more

biography

Dr Nicholas Southard became a vascular surgeon because he wanted to make a dramatic impact on patients by preventing strokes, limb loss and aneurysm ruptures.

  • Vascular Surgery

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  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Mercy Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Des Moines University

    Medical School
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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General Vascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

West Lakes Sleep Center LLC5950 University Ave West Des Moines, IA 50266
1
The Iowa Clinic1410 SW Tradition Dr Ankeny, IA 50023
2
Greene County Medical Center1000 W Lincoln Way Jefferson, IA 50129
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Greene County Medical Center

    1000 W Lincoln Way
    Jefferson, IA 50129

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

    100%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    12% higher than the national average

    94%
    Patients said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

    23% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Pella Regional Health Center

    404 Jefferson St
    Pella, IA 50219

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St
    Des Moines, IA 50309
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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