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Dr. Craig Stark, MD

Dr. Craig Stark, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Craig Stark, MD is a cardiologist in Des Moines, IA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Stark has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and Clarke County Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

1215 Pleasant St Ste 414 Des Moines, IA 50309
Telehealth available
(515) 241-5700

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Stark is affiliated with Clarke County Hospital Osceola, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Stark is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Stark specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Stark's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stark

4.4

24 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
8%
8%

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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 03, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Daughter who accompanied Mother to appointment. – May 30, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2022
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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
Helpful
T. A. S. in Yuma – Dec 14, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 23, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 02, 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
10 people found this helpful
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Paul S in Des Moines, IA – Mar 18, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Craig Stark, MD is a cardiologist in Des Moines, IA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Stark has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Wayne State University...read more

  • Cardiology

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  • University Iowa Hosps And Clinics

    Residency Hospital

  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Stark is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Cardiology-Methodist Plaza1215 Pleasant St Ste 414 Des Moines, IA 50309
    1

    Practice

    Office51 Unitypoint Way Marshalltown, IA 50158
    2
    Greene County Family Medicine1000 W Lincoln Way Ste 100 Jefferson, IA 50129
    3
    Office1002 W Lincoln Way Jefferson, IA 50129
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Greene County Medical Center

      1000 W Lincoln Way
      Jefferson, IA 50129

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

      100%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      12% higher than the national average

      94%
      Patients said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

      23% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

      1200 Pleasant St
      Des Moines, IA 50309
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Clarke County Hospital

      800 S Fillmore St
      Osceola, IA 50213
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience 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

      View all awards

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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