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Dr. Steven Adelman, DO

Dr. Steven Adelman, DO

Neurology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Adelman, DO is a neurologist in Des Moines, IA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Adelman has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center and Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

1.8 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 1.8 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

1111 6th Ave Ste A100 Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 358-0011

Hospital Highlight

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

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Adelman specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Adelman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Adelman

1.8

29 ratings, 9 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 08, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stephany Pierce – Jul 28, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 13, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
18 people found this helpful
Helpful
Johnston, IA – May 21, 2017
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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
17 people found this helpful
Helpful
West Des Moines, IA – Mar 21, 2017
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
Urbandale, IA – Dec 14, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
Helpful
Schaller, IA – Nov 08, 2016
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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
11 people found this helpful
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May in Iowa – Sep 24, 2016
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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
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
m in des moines – Jan 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Steven Adelman, DO is a neurologist in Des Moines, IA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Adelman has extensive experience in Headache. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1977....read more

  • Neurology

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  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • Mt Sinai

    Residency Hospital, 1979

  • Grandview Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1978

  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Locations

Practice

Office1111 6th Ave Ste A100 Des Moines, IA 50314
1

Practice

Office300 N 4th Ave E Newton, IA 50208
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Boone County Hospital

    1015 Union St
    Boone, IA 50036

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lucas County Health Center

    1200 N 7th St
    Chariton, IA 50049

    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

    87%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercyone Newton Medical Center

    204 N 4th Ave E
    Newton, IA 50208

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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