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Nicholas Vellema

Nicholas Vellema

Physician Assistant (PA)

Nicholas Vellema is a physician assistant in Des Moines, IA. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4 Star Rating (8 reviews)

UnityPoint Merle Hay FMLY MDCN

4020 Merle Hay Rd Ste 100 Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 278-0949

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  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this provider explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this provider is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Nicholas Vellema's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Nicholas Vellema

4.0
8 ratings, 6 with a written review
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The best doctor I've ever had
I'm no longer his patient, but for the two years I was Nick went all out for both myself, and my two daughters. All of us have conditions, and mine is rare, but he always kept trying. He is a great doctor, and person hands down.Laura
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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Laura Thomas – Sep 01, 2024
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NICK IS A GREAT DOCTOR THAT REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU AND LISTEN TO YOU TO FIND OUT THE BEST WAY TO TREAT YOUR ILLNESS
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
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Eric dunigan – May 16, 2024
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My mother & I had the pleasure of meeting Dr Nick in Mt Ayr Ia at the Ringold Cty Hospital. We found him to be very personable in mom’s recent new hip dislocation issue. So pleased that he is requesting more PT in the hospital to strengthen that hip area. He listens & takes action so that mom will get better supervision on the road to her recovery. Thank you for your devotion & time. Sincerely, Mrs Jones & daughter.
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
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Oleta Jones – Jun 07, 2023
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Primary for over two years and an amazing doctor who goes above and beyond for his patients.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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C Thompson – Nov 10, 2022
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Nick is the best doctor I ever had. he take time talking to his patients. he not like others, that will only be there for 2mins and out. he is kinds hearted person.
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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VIVIAN JOHNSON – Jan 03, 2020
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Nick was rude and acted like i was wasting his time. He failed to properly diagnose my son causing us to have more doctors appointments and tests. He didn't even send out my son's cultures for further testing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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urbandale, IA – Feb 28, 2019
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Nicholas Vellema is a physician assistant in Des Moines, IA. He is accepting new patients.

  • Physician Assistant (PA)

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Locations

UnityPoint Merle Hay FMLY MDCN

UnityPoint Merle Hay FMLY MDCN4020 Merle Hay Rd Ste 100 Des Moines, IA 50310
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