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Dr. Adam Gess, MD

Dr. Adam Gess, MD

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Adam Gess, MD is an ophthalmologist in Golden Valley, MN and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2008. He is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

5851 Duluth St Ste 215 Golden Valley, MN 55422
(763) 546-8422

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gess specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Gess' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gess

4.8

11 ratings, 7 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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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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Brad Cross – Jul 01, 2021
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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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Paulette Moberg – Jun 24, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Peter J Perri – Dec 06, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
MARY ANN JANSKE in ROSEVILLE – Sep 18, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Barb Kutchmarek – Jul 13, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 30, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Douglas Ellens in Cedar MN – Jan 15, 2018
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Eye Health Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

 To provide the highest quality care for each patient, and to help them achieve their personal goals for their vision.

biography

Dr. Gess grew up in Alexandria, Minnesota and comes from a family of eye doctors. His father is an optometrist in Alexandria and his grandfather served as a missionary ophthalmologist in West Africa. Dr. Gess graduated cum laude from Wheaton College...read more

  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Utah

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013

  • California Pacific Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2012

  • California Pacific Medical Center - Pacific Campus

    Residency Hospital, 2012

  • University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012

  • Kaiser Permanente San Francisco

    Internship Hospital, 2009

  • Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center Geary Campus

    Internship Hospital, 2009

  • University Of Minnesota Medical School

    Medical School, 2008

  • Wheaton College (il)

    Undergraduate School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

West Metro Ophthalmology5851 Duluth St Ste 215 Golden Valley, MN 55422
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Practice

Office2855 Campus Dr Ste 550 Minneapolis, MN 55441
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Office15655 37th Ave N Ste 200 Minneapolis, MN 55446
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Office1206 Cedar St Monticello, MN 55362
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Abbott Northwestern Hospital

    800 E 28th St
    Minneapolis, MN 55407
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    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

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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