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Dr. John Southard, MD

Dr. John Southard, MD

Internal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. John Southard, MD is an internist in Council Bluffs, IA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Methodist Jennie Edmundson and CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 5 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

1 Edmundson Pl Ste 312 Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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Dr. Southard's Reviews

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5.0
16 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Breathing brother diagnosis
I have seen Dr. Southard since 2022 after recovering from COVID. During that visit, he spent forty-five minutes with me discussing things after a breathing function test. I visited him April 18, 2024 for shortness of breath and loss of voice from it. He diagnosed the problem in five minutes and gave me a steroid injection. It began to work within two hours and I was speaking better and with no shortness of breath. The best doctor I have ever seen.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2024
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Dr Southern listened to my concerns, reassured me, and let me know what we could do to resolve the issue. He was very nice. Would recommend him I give him a 10.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Cindy – Oct 18, 2023
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Dr. Southard is the Best! He is so knowledgeable
Empathetic, kind, compassionate. You name it. He is great at listening to all concerns! Love him!
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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Becky – Aug 01, 2023
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Kind, compassionate, very intuitive, efficient, and blessed with years of experience and wisdom. A real gem in the midst of many doctors I have seen over my lifetime. I liked his partner very much as well, but he left town and I defaulted to Dr. Southard. I am so pleased with his care. I highly recommend.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Donna – Aug 28, 2019
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He is a very intelligent, compassionate doctor. Other doctors could learn a lot from him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 18, 2019
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After hip replacement I got a pulmonary embolism and ended up in the hospital. Dr. Southward was my doctor. He was the kindest, most helpful doctor I have ever had. He took time to explain everything and never made me feel like he didn’t have time for me. I don’t trust many doctors and really hardly ever see one but Dr. Southard was different and I trusted him with my life. I would highly recommend him and if I ever have lung problems again I truly hope he is still practicing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 10, 2019
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Dr Southard was very understanding and kind and helped me deal with my medical issues promptly. I was sent home with the information and medication that I needed and would recommend him very highly!
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
5 others found this helpful
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AnneA216 in IA, IA – Aug 31, 2018
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Dr. John Southard, MD is an internist in Council Bluffs, IA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Methodist Jennie Edmundson and CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs. He is accepting new patients.
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Creighton University

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Pulmonary Infectious Disease Associates PC1 Edmundson Pl Ste 312 Council Bluffs, IA 51503
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Jennie Edmundson Memorial Hospital933 E Pierce St Council Bluffs, IA 51503
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Methodist Jennie Edmundson

    933 E Pierce St
    Council Bluffs, IA 51503
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Myrtue Medical Center

    1213 Garfield Ave
    Harlan, IA 51537

    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

    90%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Cass County Memorial Hospital

    1501 E 10th St
    Atlantic, IA 50022

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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