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Dr. William Franks, MD

Dr. William Franks, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. William Franks, MD is a plastic surgeon in Des Moines, IA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1996. He is affiliated with Broadlawns Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Practice

2600 Grand Ave Ste 125 Des Moines, IA 50312

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(515) 249-8448

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Franks specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Franks' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Franks

4.5

40 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Charlotte NC – Apr 30, 2018
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Adria in Waukee, IA – Jun 09, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Jennifer Koethe in Des Moines, IA – Feb 23, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
12 people found this helpful
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Lori in Des Moines, IA – Apr 26, 2016
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Franks offers a commitment to excellence by possessing extensive experience in craniofacial and reconstructive surgery and combines that experience with expert advice, compassion, innate artistic influences, and an unsurpassed attention to...read more

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Charlotte Kelley & Associates PC2600 Grand Ave Ste 125 Des Moines, IA 50312
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Office1366 Broadcloth St Ste 101 Fort Mill, SC 29715
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd
    Des Moines, IA 50314

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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