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Dr. Shima Ghavimi, MD

Dr. Shima Ghavimi, MD

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Shima Ghavimi, MD is a gastroenterologist in Waterloo, IA. Dr. Ghavimi has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cabell Huntington Hospital and Waverly Health Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Cedar Valley Digestive Health Center

1015 S Hackett Rd Waterloo, IA 50701

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ghavimi is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital Waterloo, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ghavimi specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. 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 Care Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Ghavimi's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ghavimi

4.6
7 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
86%
86%
4 star
0%
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3 star
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2 star
14%
14%
1 star
0%
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I feel like a number.
long waits in the waiting room and being rushed through the appointment. This last time when I said I wasn't sure about all of the procedures she left the room and scheduled more appointments for me.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jun 19, 2024
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An extremely excellent Doctor
For over 3 years or so I have been seen by different physicians for my digestive issue. She diagnosed my condition after seeing me once and under 5 minutes. I couldn’t believe it. After the results came back and I started treatment I have the quality of life which I thought I lost. Thank you Dr. Ghavimi
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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Emily – Aug 25, 2022
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Waited 6 months to get a new Insurance so I can see her, she explained everything to me the way I wanted and I am happy I decided to go with her. Awesome lady and wonderful bedside manner. She changed my medication and her pharmacist helped to reduce the price of my medication which I should have been taking. I feel great, Thanks DR. G - I call her Dr. G
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
3 others found this helpful
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Dave R – Mar 25, 2021
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Smart doc, she cares to follow up, her assistant is super nice also, super nice physician and great GI/Hepatologist. I am, she cured my disease which all other doctors told me was terminal.
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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Beth N – Mar 25, 2021
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Always a smile on her face
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 09, 2021
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She was worth the travel and consult.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Joshua N – Jan 28, 2021
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So nice and professional of a doctor to follow up. I enjoyed my esophagus endoscopy and she even did it so fast.
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Jake t in South Orange, NJ – Jul 29, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Shima Ghavimi, MD completed her medical education at Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in 2008. She completed her residency at Howard University College of Medicine in Washington D.C. in 2017. Dr Ghavimi did her fellowship at Rutgers...read more

biography

Shima Ghavimi, MD completed her medical education at Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in 2008. She completed her residency at Howard University College of Medicine in Washington D.C. in 2017. Dr. Ghavimi did her fellowship at Rutgers...read more
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Shahid Beheshti University / Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Cedar Valley Digestive Health Center

Cedar Valley Digestive Health Center1015 S Hackett Rd Waterloo, IA 50701
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Waverly Health Center

    312 9th St SW
    Waverly, IA 50677

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

    88%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital

    1825 Logan Ave
    Waterloo, IA 50703
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    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

    Patient Safety Excellence 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.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Cabell Huntington Hospital

    1340 Hal Greer Blvd
    Huntington, WV 25701
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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

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

    View all 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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