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Dr. Robert Heath, DPM

Dr. Robert Heath, DPM

Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Heath, DPM is a podiatric foot & ankle surgery specialist in Sioux Falls, SD and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College Of Podiatric Medicine And Surgery in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center and Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

3217 S Carolyn Ave Sioux Falls, SD 57106

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At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Heath's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Heath

4.3
11 ratings, 8 with a written review
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100%. - just made a referral minuits ago!
Took time, listened carefully, explained in detail. Made appropriate recommendation as to when I was ready for surgery. Gave me a nerve block which made my post surgery almost entirely pain free.
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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K Bacon – Nov 12, 2024
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Excellent care. Doctor even gave a personal follow-up call the day after surgery.
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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Aug 28, 2024
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Beware. Dr. Heath signed me up for bilateral foot surgery after my first consult with him rather than attempting conservative measures first, as I had requested. This all for a diagnosis that I now know to be incorrect. I took his recommendation and went through with surgery, only to come out with NEW severe bilateral foot pain IN ADDITION to the pain that I had initially been seeking care for. It has been over a year and I now know I will likely never improve and instead will be dealing with chronic foot pain for the rest of my life. I have since obtained outside opinions and have been told there is really nothing that can be done. Red flags all over the place. Only surgeons that need to keep the doors open and the cash flowing through their ASCs jump into surgery after an initial consult. My bill was astronomical. I work in healthcare and have an idea of what ambulatory surgery should cost. I do not recommend in the slightest.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 29, 2022
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I highly recommend Dr. Robert Heath if you are considering any type of foot surgery. He and his staff are kind, friendly, and thorough. Thanks for making my surgery and follow up appointments a breeze.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Elisa Beutler in Watertown, SD – Dec 11, 2018
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I had an excellent foot surgery preformed by Dr. Robert Heath ! No pain and I could walk immediately! I would highly recommend The Foot Surgical Center and Dr. Heath & Staff for anyone who needs help with their foot pain ! Thank you!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Scott McGregor in Mitchell, South Dakota – Apr 26, 2018
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Dr. Heath for me with my painful heel spur. He was able to do the surgery right in his office. Just a couple days after surgery, my foot felt so much better and continued heeling every day. Dr. Heath and his staff were so very helpful, knowledgeable and took great care of me. After wearing my boot for 6 weeks I am able to walk with NO pain. I have recommended Dr. Heath to all my friends and family. Thank you again Dr. Heath for making me feel well again!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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South Dakota – Mar 15, 2018
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Very friendly and answered all my questions. I would highly recommend him. I have gone to him several times with different foot problems and I have always had amazing results!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Alyssa v in Tea, SD – May 04, 2017
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This guy should not be allowed to do surgery. He told me 2 weeks recovery on heal spur and a snip to repair small hammer toe. I woke up sever pain 42 stitches in top of foot plus some on bottom for heal spur. He sawed my bones down on 3 toes. My foot is all messed up, plus he sawed the side of my foot off which dents in now.He said, I had a bunion. I couldn't walk for 3 months. I should have sued him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Sioux Falls, SD – Oct 10, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Heath, DPM is a podiatric foot & ankle surgery specialist in Sioux Falls, SD and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College Of Podiatric Medicine And Surgery in 1995. He is affiliated...read more
  • Podiatric Foot & Ankle 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.

  • Des Moines University College Of Podiatric Medicine And Surgery

    Medical School, 1995

Locations

Practice

Foot Surgical Center PC3217 S Carolyn Ave Sioux Falls, SD 57106
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Avera Dells Area Hospital

    909 N Iowa Ave
    Dell Rapids, SD 57022

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

    97%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% higher than the national average

    94%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital

    910 E 20th St
    Sioux Falls, SD 57105
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Murray County Medical Center

    2042 Juniper Ave
    Slayton, MN 56172
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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.

    91%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    14% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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