Dr. Scott Hamling, MD
General Surgery*
Dr. Scott Hamling, MD is a general surgeon in Des Moines, IA. He is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
3.8 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (24 reviews)
Methodist Medical Center Plaza II - Downtown
1212 Pleasant St Des Moines, IA 50309Make an Appointment
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Dr. Hamling's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hamling
3.8
24 ratings, 11 with a written review
| 5 star | 71% | 71% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 29% | 29% |
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Excellent Doctor!!!
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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Kathy A – Oct 21, 2023
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Excellent doctor!! I will definitely will use him in the future!! He stay with you till all you questions are answered.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 other person found this helpful
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Suzanne a – Aug 28, 2020
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When I was diagnosed with breast cancer a friend recommended Dr. Hamling to me. I’m so blessed she did. When we went to see him, it was so scary as I had little to no information of what would happen. He made both my husband & I feel informed, that the decision we made was the best for me. He gave us the history of breast cancer & lumpectomy vs mastectomy. He spent an hour with us answering at least 15+ questions from me. We didn’t feel rushed.
The day before my surgery, when the scheduler called me she said “any of us gals would go see him. You have the best. Not only is he a skilled surgeon but he treats all his staff with respect.” My surgery & recovery went well. I am thankful my care with in his capable hands.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 other person found this helpful
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Jan 24, 2020
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Very caring
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Jun 18, 2019
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Very professional...very knowledgable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 15, 2019
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Waited a total of 50 minutes before being seen. He was very arrogant and smug. Did not answer my questions. Was referred there to do a breast biopsy my primary doctor found a lump. He would not perform the biopsy. I have had cancer and was trying to explain my concerns he was very insensitive and dismissive. Would not recommend him! I had a $70 co-pay for a basic breast exam my primary doctor could do total waste of time and money!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 27, 2019
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Very unhelpful and arrogant makes assumptions and lacks knowledge
What went well
- Wait times
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
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Liz C in Ankeny, IA – Jul 20, 2018
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Arrogant. Not very friendly or comforting if you can see someone else.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Liz – Jul 19, 2018
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Dr. Hamling performed a breast biopsy and he was very informative from our first appointment through the surgery and our follow up appointment. He was friendly. He made me feel welcome and I was comfortable asking him questions. He's extremely knowledgeable and put me at ease that he was the right doctor to be doing the procedure. He never made me feel rushed during our appointments. Top quality doctor! Highly recommended.
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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West Des Moines, IA – Dec 03, 2017
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I went to the ER and Dr.Hamling was my gallbladder surgeon! Great bedside manner! He put our minds at ease and showed great compassion. He was very thorough in his examines and explanations. I would recommend him in a heartbeat.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Des Moines, iowa – Oct 28, 2017
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More pain in the next 6 weeks. Thank You very much. Very funny.
What went well
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
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Daniel Albert Rhodes in Des Moines, IA – Jan 13, 2016
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About Me
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Dr. Scott Hamling, MD is a general surgeon in Des Moines, IA. He is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.General Surgery
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Iowa Methodist Medical Center|iowa Methodist Medical Center - Des Moines, Ia
Residency HospitalUniversity Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine
Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Locations
Methodist Medical Center Plaza II - Downtown
Methodist Medical Center Plaza II - Downtown
The Iowa Clinic Surgery Downtown1212 Pleasant St Des Moines, IA 50309
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 5
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
77%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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