Dr. Eric Dippel, MD

I was sent to see this doctor by a wound care center. I have for the first time in my life suffered leg ulcers. The NP there decided that I had blocked leg veins. I am partially crippled due to a degenerative hip and lower spine so I use a walker and cane at home and a mobile chair to go to appointments. I was not able to climb onto the examination table because of this condition... At my appointment with Dr. Dippel as soon as he came into the room he went off on me about my size and inactivity. He said I needed to be schooled on foods that I ate and move around more. He belittled me by saying that even thinking would burn calories. I cried because I am working very hard to try to get back my mobility as I was walking 10,000 steps daily in Nov. of 2023. His rant included telling me that the ultrasound for this particular problem I would be expected to stand for 45 minutes to one hour, raved so loud that everyone in the outer office could hear him. Humiliated at 71 yr of age.

Had vein closure rh leg. 90 percent of patients with closure are supposed to have success. I’ve had the closure several times will not go back. Charged me every time. Also turns PA on you without concent.

Dr. Dippel has played an instrumental role in changing my life. As a chronic sufferer, his guidance, consultations and recommended procedures proved to be very effective in treating my vascular deficiencies. Dr. Dippel offers a professional bedside manner, vast knowledge and experience and a staff of trained professionals. The office dynamic and care team is one which exhibits a seamless flow and provides confidence in care for all patients.

My experience was absolutely horrible. On 01/07 2020 I was to have a stent put in that went horribly wrong. I almost lost my arm and ended up in Iowa City hospital for 3 days. I will never recommend this doctor to anyone.

I have never in my life been talked to in the manner this doctor spoke to me. Yes I smoke...yes it's an awful habbit. Yes I am aware that it is bad! But to refuse to treat me unless I stopped now and put me down and make me feel like I'm dirt under his feet is totally unexceptable! He was speaking to me so loudly that when I left everyone in waiting area was looking at me as I left in tears! I was so humiliated! Then have the odasity to tell me to call him if I make up my mind if I want the surgery or not! I'm in severe pain due to blockage in my leg! Where is this guys compassion? Oh I forgot I smoke so I guess I don't deserve any!

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Dippel for several years. He’s the only Dr. that I will ever trust taking care of my circulation issues. He puts his all into every patient, and is ahead of his time in treatments. Believe me if Dr. Dippel can’t get you fixed up then there’s no one that can.

Terrible. Leg procedure. Worst pain of my life. Didn’t listen at all. Didn’t explain anything. Avoid.