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Dr. Kathy Cook, MD

Dermatology*•Female•Age 68

Dermatology*

Dr. Kathy Cook, MD is a dermatologist in Ames, IA. Dr. Cook has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. She is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Kathy Cook, MD

Forefront Dermatology - Ames

500 Main St Ste 113 Ames, IA 50010
Telehealth services available
(515) 232-3006
Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

(515) 232-3006

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Cook's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cook

4.6

88 ratings, 53 with a written review
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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
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Norman Wonderlich – Jan 18, 2023
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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
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Jul 01, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Jim – Mar 23, 2022
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What went well
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What could be improved
  • 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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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
No results
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Dorothy – Dec 10, 2019
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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
No results
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Kathy McCaulley – Dec 05, 2019
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Nov 24, 2019
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Suzanne Holden – Nov 14, 2019
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Nov 13, 2019
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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
No results
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rick – Oct 10, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
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Oct 08, 2019
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Joyce Johnson – Jul 10, 2019
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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
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Dee in Ames – May 01, 2019
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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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Elisa in Ames , IA – Apr 21, 2019
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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
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Apr 11, 2019
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What went well
  • 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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IA – Apr 09, 2019
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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
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Robert Mahan in Ames, IA – Mar 24, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 05, 2019
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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
No results
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Paola in Ames, IA – Feb 12, 2019
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About Me

Care Philosophy

Forefront Dermatology is committed to providing the most innovative, leading-edge and appropriate medical dermatology solutions for healthy and beautiful...Read more

Biography

Kathy Cook, MD is a board-certified dermatologist who founded Skin Solutions Dermatology in 2004 after spending twelve years with multi-specialty groups....Read more

Specialties*

  • Dermatology

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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University Iowa Hosps

Residency Hospital

St Lukes/Presby Hospital

Internship Hospital

University of Iowa

Medical School

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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  • American Academy of Dermatology, Member
  • Iowa Dermatological Society, Member

Common Questions and Answers

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    Can I use my insurance at Dr. Kathy Cook, MD?

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    Does Dr. Kathy Cook, MD accept new patients?

    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kathy Cook, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Cook's profile.

    What are Dr. Kathy Cook, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. Kathy Cook, MD specializes in Skin Cancer & Excision. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Kathy Cook, MD's office address?

    Dr. Cook's office is located at 500 Main St Ste 113, Ames, IA 50010. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    Forefront Dermatology - Ames

    Forefront Dermatology - Ames500 Main St Ste 113 Ames, IA 50010
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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    Forefront Dermatology - Ankeny

    Forefront Dermatology - Ankeny2785 N Ankeny Blvd Ste 24 Ankeny, IA 50023
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave
    Des Moines, IA 50314
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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