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Dr. Eric Temple, DPM

Dr. Eric Temple, DPM

Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery*

Dr. Eric Temple, DPM is a podiatric foot & ankle surgery specialist in West Des Moines, IA. He is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

5950 University Ave Ste 160 West Des Moines, IA 50266

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Dr. Temple's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Temple

3.6
18 ratings, 13 with a written review
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Had an ankle problem after an injury. Didn't resolve, so I went to Dr. Temple. He was very quick in his time with me, as he always is. While it's great he likes to stay on schedule, it feels as though he's too rushed to hear everything and take time with the patient. Sent me to 6 weeks of PT. After MRI, found out ankle was a mess.Ended up having surgery. Never had a presurgery apptment. Just told me hey, this is what's wrong, this is the surgery you need, call to schedule it. And his nurse is HORRIBLE! She is the rudest medical person I've ever encountered! Had LOTS of pain after surgery, and she wouldn't return my calls, nor my husband's calls. Called at 8 am and she never called back. Husband called 2 more times and finally got her after 5. Refused to get dr on phone. Have had nerve pain in my foot since day 1 after surgery. Not getting better. Asked dr about it at apptment. He shrugged it off. Spent less than 5 minutes w/me every aptment. Scared this is permanent. he won't help
What went well
  • Wait times
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 12, 2019
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Dr. Temple explains things in a way that I can understand. He is compassionate, and I always leave feeling like I was heard.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 05, 2019
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Dr. Temple was my surgeon for my toe surgery and I couldn't be more thrilled with all aspects of my experience with him. He fit me in on a tight schedule, he was professional yet very personable and I felt like he genuinely cared about me and my recovery. Since then I've had several questions and he's been helpful and prompt in getting back to me. I hope I never need a podiatrist again, but if I do, I'll never go to anyone else.
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
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Kelly Reinhold in Waukee, IA – Mar 07, 2019
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Dr. Temple is exactly what a medical professional should be: kind, knowledgeable, caring, and focused on the best outcome for the patient. I broke my foot at an inopportune time (is there an opportune time?) and was panicking. He calmly explained the options and why he was recommending the treatment that he was. He was also concerned about the amount of pain I was experiencing in addition to a small cut on my foot from the same accident. The follow-up visits were the same high level of expertise
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
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Erin R in Waukee, IA – Feb 22, 2019
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I first saw Dr Temple 2 yrs ago and had planters fasciitis so bad in both of my feet that I could hardly walk. Dr Temple gave me a shot in both feet and it cleared it right up! Now 2 yrs later I've had a return of it in 1 foot - have had another shot and the meds and it's working again. Dr Temple was very knowledgeable and he and his staff were polite and professional. His office gets a poor mark for urgent appntmnts as they won't let you see anyone but him irregardless of urgency.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Renee in Des Moines, IA – Jun 19, 2018
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Dr. Temple seems to be nice, but that is as far as it goes. I have been in pain for 5 months now and he kept telling me, let's give it a few more weeks.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Ankeny, IA – Oct 18, 2017
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Waiting time is horrible...staff are not responsible and where is the smile ? they dont bother to greet you , neither they talk to you. Why do you even hire a nurse and receptionist who does not want to speak or who cannot smile. they are fit to jail wardens not as hospital staff. well the only thing i am happy about is the doctor. no complains about him , but he needs to change his staff or at least lesson them.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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han in West Des Moines, IA – Sep 12, 2016
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They were very rushed and very rude. Didn't bother to check my blood pressure that is off the chart. Talked about the worse possible scenarios instead of the positives and didn't wanna listen to what I had to say. My work pays disability pay and they didn't wanna fill out the paperwork for up to a week
What went well
  • Wait times
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
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Eric Temple in West desmoines – Aug 19, 2016
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Dr. Temple is a great doctor, and I would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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West Des Moines, IA – Jun 26, 2016
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Dr.Temple saw our 8 year old daughter for an ingrown toenail. He was very accommodating with our schedule and very good with her during the procedure. I was highly recommend!
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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Des Moines, IA – May 26, 2016
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The nurse was rude and didn't seem to care about why we were there. She checked the BP and it was abrnomal on the machine but she shrugged it off and didn't bother to double check it manually. The doctor pretty much blew us off. He spent very little time listening or examining and seemed in a hurry. Will be asking our PCP for a different referral.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 27, 2016
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Dr. Temple examined my foot, told me my options and the facts involved, was very knowledgeable, and did not influence my decision whatsoever. I chose to have the surgery. He did the surgery and I have seen him for follow-up visits. He has been very compassionate and takes time for questions. I would definitely recommend him.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Sheryl in Polk City, IA – Feb 15, 2016
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I will never go back to him. He told me my pain was in my head. I went to another Dr and they listened to me and helped me get better. Very unprofessional in this situation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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care philosophy

Dr. Eric Temple was drawn to The Iowa Clinic due to its fantastic reputation as well as the ability to work with all specialties under one roof. He believes that working hand-in-hand with the other specialists provides better and quicker care for...read more

biography

Dr. Eric Temple was drawn to The Iowa Clinic due to its fantastic reputation as well as the ability to work with all specialties under one roof. He believes that working hand-in-hand with the other specialists provides better and quicker care...read more
  • Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery

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  • Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Des Moines University

    Medical School

Locations

Practice

Office5950 University Ave Ste 160 West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Practice

The Iowa Clinic1410 SW Tradition Dr Ankeny, IA 50023
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Office1025 SE Tallgrass Ln Ste 240 Waukee, IA 50263
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Office1215 Pleasant St Des Moines, IA 50309
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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

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