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Dr. Timothy Dettmer, MD

Dr. Timothy Dettmer, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Timothy Dettmer, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Mason City, IA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Dettmer has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Floyd County Medical Center and Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 113 reviews 5 Star Rating (113 reviews)

Practice

250 S Crescent Dr Mason City, IA 50401
Telehealth available
(641) 494-5380

Dr. Dettmer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Dettmer specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Dettmer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dettmer

5.0

113 ratings, 55 with a written review
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S.C – Jul 20, 2022
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S.S – Jul 18, 2022
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J.H – Jul 13, 2022
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Roger Michael – Aug 19, 2019
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Berkley Dean – Jul 01, 2019
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James Hunn – Jun 28, 2019
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  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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J.W – Feb 20, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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Dale Hoeft – Jan 07, 2019
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  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
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About Me

biography

Advanced Training: Allergy

Board-Certified: American Board of Otolaryngology

Residency: Otolaryngology, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA

MD: University of Iowa...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

*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 Hospitals & Clinics

    Residency Hospital, 2009

  • Jewish Hospital, Cincinnati, Oh

    Internship Hospital, 2001

  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000

  • Wartburg College

    Undergraduate School, 1996

  • Wartburg College, Waverly, Ia

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated 
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Dr. Dettmer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Mercy Health Services250 S Crescent Dr Mason City, IA 50401
    1

    Practice

    Palo Alto County Health System3201 1st St Emmetsburg, IA 50536
    2

    Practice

    Mercyone Albert Lea Family Medicine & Specialty Care2440 Bridge Ave Albert Lea, MN 56007
    3
    Floyd County Medical Center800 11th St Charles City, IA 50616
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • United Hospital District

      515 S Moore St
      Blue Earth, MN 56013

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

      90%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      87%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Floyd County Medical Center

      800 11th St
      Charles City, IA 50616

      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

      85%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Palo Alto County Hospital

      3201 1st St
      Emmetsburg, IA 50536

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      79%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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