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Dr. Ismo Kaariainen, MD

Dr. Ismo Kaariainen, MD

Nephrology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Ismo Kaariainen, MD is a nephrologist in Boone, NC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ashe Memorial Hospital and Caldwell Memorial Hospital.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

400 Shadowline Dr Ste 101 Boone, NC 28607

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kaariainen is affiliated with Watauga Medical Center Boone, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kaariainen specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
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Dr. Kaariainen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kaariainen

2.8

4 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
25%
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2 Star
25%
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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M. Zinkovich – Aug 05, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mar 05, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Ann – Sep 06, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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jeanette – Jan 05, 2022
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ismo Kaariainen, MD is a nephrologist in Boone, NC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ashe Memorial Hospital and Caldwell Memorial Hospital.
  • Nephrology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Indiana University / Bloomington

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Office400 Shadowline Dr Ste 101 Boone, NC 28607
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Charles A. Cannon, JR. Memorial Hospital

    434 Hospital Dr
    Linville, NC 28646

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

    98%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    10% higher than the national average

    92%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Watauga Medical Center

    336 Deerfield Rd
    Boone, NC 28607
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Frye Regional Medical Center

    420 N Center St
    Hickory, NC 28601

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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