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Dr. Thomas Buroker, DO

Dr. Thomas Buroker, DO

Internal Medicine*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Buroker, DO is an internist in Des Moines, IA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1968. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lucas County Health Center and Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 5 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

1221 Pleasant St Ste 100 Des Moines, IA 50309
Telehealth available
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Dr. Buroker is the best. Personable & thorough!
He made me feel like everything was going to be alright on my first visit. Dr. Buroker even ushered me to get my blood work when I knew he had better things to do. He listens to his patients and is very thorough. Oh, he will give you nick-name. At 50, I didn't expect that but coming from him, it was well appreciated and funny. I'm a 6 year breast cancer survivor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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CRSmith – May 30, 2024
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He has proven to be one of the most caring, attentive Doctors I've used in my Prostrate cancer treatment. He & his staff are extremely thorough & practice terrific followup.
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
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D. LANCE COOPER – Mar 30, 2023
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34 yrs ago when I was 19, I had a molar pregnancy which resulted in Trophoblastic disease/cancer. Dr. Buroker & nurse Pat took me under their care & made me feel like my situation was the most important thing to them in the world. They held my hand through every single treatment and encouraged me to heal. I felt such trust and security in Dr Buroker's care. I will never forget even now as a 53-year-old healthy woman how every time I walked in he would greet me with a big smile and call me "squirt." I have a place in my heart for a doctor that treats his patients with such grace and importance. I highly recommend this man although I imagine he will retire someday soon. He is now treating my mother-in-law for cancer and she is in remission. She adores him too. What a blessing!
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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EPC – Jun 30, 2021
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He is a very caring person and a wonderful doctor. I think the world of him!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Jun 29, 2019
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Fantastic doctor. Very easy to understand, and cares about your progress. Dr. Buroker played a major part in my survival of stage 4 brain cancer. Without question, I recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 26, 2019
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24 years ago today Dr. Buroker got to tell me the words ~ you are CANCER FREE!! During my year long struggle with cancer and going through treatments At the time my children were 4, 6 & 8 and I would not of been able to get through everything with out the support & encouragement of Dr. Buroker and his staff being right there by my side!!! Thank You, Thank You, Thank You from the bottom of my heart. I have been able blessed beyond words with my life!! An EXCELLENT Medical team!!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Kyle Dillon in Alden, IA – Mar 17, 2016
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Dr. Thomas Buroker, DO is an internist in Des Moines, IA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1968. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as...read more

  • Internal Medicine

  • Medical Oncology

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  • Wayne

    Fellowship Hospital, 1972

  • Sinai Grace Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1970

  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1968
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Unavail1221 Pleasant St Ste 100 Des Moines, IA 50309
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Practice

Mission Cancer and Blood411 Laurel St Ste A300 Des Moines, IA 50314
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Practice

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

Mercyone Newton Medical Center204 N 4th Ave E Newton, IA 50208
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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

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  • Lucas County Health Center

    1200 N 7th St
    Chariton, IA 50049

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

    98%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    10% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    12% higher than the national average

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  • Mercyone Newton Medical Center

    204 N 4th Ave E
    Newton, IA 50208

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

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

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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