Dr. David K. Sneller, MD | Ames, IA | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. David Sneller is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated over three decades to helping patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency training at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. With 31 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Sneller has developed extensive expertise in treating complex musculoskeletal problems. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Sneller practices at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa. He specializes in treating conditions such as osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, helping patients find relief from joint pain. His surgical expertise includes knee surgery procedures, and he also provides less invasive treatments like bursa injections and coordinates physical therapy care. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.8 on Vitals.

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2.8

20 Ratings
31 years of experience
32 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
15 written reviews
1 specialty
14 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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Completely insensitive and has no empathy as a doctor. If you are in real trouble, save yourself and do not go to this doctor. There are many other better doctors compared to Sneller. His nurse Cathy is equally bad. They did not even call to find out how I was doing after giving a shot in the joints. Usually other Orthopedics surgeon/nurses call to find out how you are doing. These people had no wish to know how the patient is doing.

September 21st, 2020

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Wouldn’t recommend my worst enemy to go to him ! He broke my sons arm 3 times and it’s screwed up ! Beware ! Find someone else

August 12th, 2020

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Explained well what is going on with my knee and was very professional and personable. Would not hesitate to see him again.

October 31st, 2019

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No bedside manner and did not answer our questions. Belittled us. Will not recommend him to anyone.

September 25th, 2019

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Very respectful of our time in being on time for appointments and answering all questions before and after surgery. Great job on knee repair of torn meniscus. Not chatty but friendly and remembered who we were at each appointment. Highly recommend!

August 30th, 2018

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Caring, but doesn't waste my time or his. Always offered advice and considered our earlier discussions throughout the healing process. Satisfied with the outcome of my shoulder surgeries. Ultimately the PT I do determines the success of the surgery.

August 9th, 2018

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I had a fantastic experience with Dr. Sneller. After a couple of years of "limping" along...I finally accepted the fact that I needed a knee replacement. Dr. Sneller was thorough in explaining my options, what to expect, and what the recovery would be like. He was every attentive to all of my needs. He really made me feel at ease about the procedure. Surgery went great, just as planned. Late in the day, he came to my room and spent time just sitting and talking with me about what I was feeling, and what would happen next. I would recommend him to anyone! Two years out, and still going strong!

August 6th, 2018

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I have seen Dr. Sneller twice now and he and his nurses seem to be caring and attentive to my injury. Thankfully have not experienced any of the negative experiences commented.

June 4th, 2018

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Dr. Sneller did a great job on my son's knee. We were very satisfied and comfortable with him in terms of the surgery and his pre/post-op discussions with us. I would not hesitate to recommend him.

July 18th, 2017

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My experience with Dr. Sneller was very positive had to repair a torn rotator cuff he was very Thurl answered any questions any concerns I would recommend him

May 9th, 2017

Mcfarland Clinic Pc

1215 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010

Tel: (515) 239-4400

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Mary Greeley Medical Center

1111 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010

Tel: (515) 239-2011


Dr. David Kent Sneller, MD	Dr. Sarkis Bakous Kaspar, MD	Dr. Peter G Buck, MD	Dr. Robert Graham Gitchell, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Spine Surgery	Sports Medicine	Orthopedic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
2.8 (20 Ratings)	4.8 (22 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience	48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Ames , IA	Ames , IA	Boulder , CO	Ames , IA
Med School: University Of Iowa	Med School: Dalhousie Univ Fac Of Med	Med School: University Of Iowa
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Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 1995

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Where is Dr. David Sneller's office located?: Dr. David Sneller's office is located at 1215 Duff Ave, Ames, IA, 50010.
What languages does Dr. David Sneller speak?: Dr. David Sneller speaks English.

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