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Dr. Margaret Smollen, MD

Dr. Margaret Smollen, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Margaret Smollen, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Iowa City, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN / HOSPITAL AND CLINICS in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Iowa City and Iowa Health Care. She is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

319 E Bloomington St Iowa City, IA 52245

Dr. Smollen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Smollen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smollen

4.1
25 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
76%
76%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
8%
8%
1 star
16%
16%

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Fabulous Doctor
In a lovely house filled with beautiful artwork, Dr. Margaret Smollen gives excellent care every time I visit! She is efficient with her time and also gives me her full attention in a pleasant, reassuring manner. I highly recommend Dr. Smollen to women of any age and feel very blessed to have her expertise in my "senior" years. I also appreciate the receptionist who is friendly, organized, and helpful with scheduling.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Maria (Iowa City) – Apr 25, 2022
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Not Really Interested
My visit with Dr. Smollen was rushed and she seemed disinterested, probably because I was the only patient in the waiting room who was over the age of 35 and/or not pregnant. She brushed aside my concerns with the "that's just your age" excuse and failed to truly listen to my concerns. When I continued to ask questions, her response was to simply refer me to a different doctor for some random tests that didn't even seem to relate to my symptoms. Very disappointed and felt as if I paid out of pocket for nothing as I received absolutely nothing from this appointment. No suggestions. No encouragement. Nothing but a bill.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Kalen Henderson – Apr 06, 2022
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As a new patient I waited 20 minutes or so over my appointment time to be seen. Dr. Smollen seemed to be in a hurry to get my exam done and over with- spent maybe 5 minutes with me. I will not be returning.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 06, 2019
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Dr. Smollen is extremely professional and patient when you have questions. She is up to date on new information and forms a great professional bond with her patients! Delivered 5 weeks early and she was great at talking me through everything and keeping me calm. Will definitely go to her for subsequent pregnancies! Never had a better experience with a doctor.
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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Muscatine, IA – Dec 02, 2017
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Dr. Smollen took a lot of extra time to talk with me about my concerns. It was very helpful in understanding what would be happening from beginning to the end.
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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wendy in Muscatine, IA – Apr 09, 2016
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She really knows what she is doing. She delivered my son May 2015, and was great!
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
Helpful
Cedar Rapids, IA – Dec 22, 2015
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I researched Dr. Smollen & read many reviews prior to scheduling an appointment & have been disappointed thus far with my experiences with her & some of the staff. I felt there was a lack of communication and an unwillingness to take extra time to explain and answer questions. Also at times I have found the staff to be unprofessional such as carrying on loud personal conversations in the reception area, eating in the exam area & clothing with obvious pet hair on it.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
4 others found this helpful
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Iowa City – Dec 17, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Margaret Smollen, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Iowa City, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN / HOSPITAL AND CLINICS in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Iowa City and Iowa Health Care. She is accepting new patients.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Of Wisconsin / Hospital And Clinics

    Medical School, 2005
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Dr. Smollen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Margaret A. Smollen M.D PC319 E Bloomington St Iowa City, IA 52245
    1

    Practice

    University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mercy Iowa City

      500 E Market St
      Iowa City, IA 52245
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

      Superior clinical care of women during and after childbirth

      Labor and Delivery Excellence Award™ (2021)

      Superior clinical care of women during and after childbirth

      View all awards
    • Iowa Health Care

      200 Hawkins Dr
      Iowa City, IA 52242
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

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

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

      5% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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