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Dr. Kirk Peterson, MD

Dr. Kirk Peterson, MD

Family Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Kirk Peterson, MD is a family medicine physician in Huxley, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mary Greeley Medical Center and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

4 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

305 S US Highway 69 Huxley, IA 50124
(515) 597-2600

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Peterson specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Peterson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Peterson

4.0
11 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
73%
73%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
9%
9%
1 star
18%
18%

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Dismissed Concerns
I’ve been going to Kirk since I was a child, and he’s great for antibiotics and minor issues, but he completely dismissed my concerns and other medical professionals concerns for my health. Been looking for a new doctor after that.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 07, 2023
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Doc Pete has always been the epitome of a true professional and class act physician. He and his awesome staff take great care of our family and so many members of our community. And his guidance as a school board member was a beacon of truth and real medical science. As a result, our district was one of the least academically affected by the Covid pandemic, and by keeping our kids in school, it was by far the best decision our school could have made.
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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Feb 11, 2023
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Kirk Peterson did not listen and was inattentive and dismissive. Cared more about his ego than patient care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
May 22, 2021
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I'm not a patient and never would be. After hearing his remarks regarding COVID on a community-wide, publicly broadcasted school board call, I quite frankly can't wrap my head around how someone so incredibly short-sighted would be allowed to practice medicine: lessening the severity and potential danger of a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic, speaking as though decision-making regarding the health and safety of staff and students with an entirely inconsistent virus should be on the fly rather than anticipatory - truly an infuriating stance coming from a physician. It's the type of thinking that would have him absolutely excoriated by the vast majority of the medical community.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 03, 2020
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Even though most of the time I see him is when I am sick, he always makes me feel better with his funny attitude and gets me back on my feet. A great family doctor from when I was kid to a young adult. Highly recommend 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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Brett H in Ames, IA – Nov 17, 2016
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Dr. Pete has helped me from the very first day I came to see him. We have been through a lot of issues. He is very compassionate. He will take the time to listen to your problems and advise you on a course of action.
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
Helpful
huskqueen in Cambridge, IA – Sep 14, 2016
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Dr. Pete always makes you feel like family. He listens to your concerns, is thourough is his diagnosis and makes you feel comfortable.
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
Larrys in Des Moines, IA – Jan 06, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kirk Peterson, MD is a family medicine physician in Huxley, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mary Greeley Medical Center and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Iowa

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Central Iowa Hospital Corporation305 S US Highway 69 Huxley, IA 50124
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mary Greeley Medical Center

    1111 Duff Ave
    Ames, IA 50010
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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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

    79%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • 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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