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Dr. Peter Nau, MD

Dr. Peter Nau, MD

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Nau, MD is a general surgeon in Iowa City, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa in 2006. He is affiliated with Iowa Health Care.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242

Make an Appointment

(319) 356-1616

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nau is affiliated with Iowa Health Care Iowa City, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nau specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nau's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nau

4.2

5 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
20%
20%

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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
kala – Mar 13, 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
Helpful
Bob Conrad – Nov 25, 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
6 people found this helpful
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Feb 10, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Peter Nau, MD is a general surgeon in Iowa City, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa in 2006. He is affiliated with Iowa Health Care.

  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Iowa

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242
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Practice

Iowa River Landing East920 E 2nd Ave Coralville, IA 52241
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:30pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Iowa Health Care

    200 Hawkins Dr
    Iowa City, IA 52242
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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