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Dr. Lester Yen, MD

Dr. Lester Yen, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*

Dr. Lester Yen, MD is a plastic surgeon in West Des Moines, IA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (13 reviews)

The Iowa Clinic West Des Moines Campus, West Des Moines, IA

5950 University Ave West Des Moines, IA 50266

Make an Appointment

(515) 875-9744

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Yen is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center Des Moines, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Yen specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • 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
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Dr. Yen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yen

3.2

13 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
46%
46%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Janice Shepherd – May 28, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 17, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jan 08, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Becky Lause – Jan 08, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Sharon in IA – Jul 19, 2018
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What went well
No results
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
8 people found this helpful
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Bubbie in Ankeny, IA – Jun 09, 2018
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

biography

Dr. Lester Yen, MD is a plastic surgeon in West Des Moines, IA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Southern Illinois University

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Brown University Hospital|university Of California Irvine Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of California Irvine

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of California School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Locations

The Iowa Clinic West Des Moines Campus, West Des Moines, IA

Plastic Surgery West Lakes5950 University Ave West Des Moines, IA 50266
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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

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave
    Des Moines, IA 50314
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    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

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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