Dr. Joel Goodwin II, MD | Pocatello, ID | General Surgeon

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Dr. Joel Goodwin specializes in surgery with 36 years of experience helping patients through both emergency and planned surgical procedures. He completed his medical education at Barry University in Florida and went on to complete his residency at the prestigious Virginia Mason Medical Center Program. Dr. Goodwin is fluent in English.

Dr. Goodwin practices at Portneuf Surgical Specialists in Pocatello, Idaho, where he focuses on treating conditions such as acute cholecystitis and gallstones. He performs various surgical procedures and utilizes sedation techniques to ensure patient comfort during treatment. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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13 Ratings
36 years of experience
17 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Virginia Mason Medical Center Program
7 written reviews
1 specialty
2 board certifications
1 office location
Male

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I was lucky enough to have this surgeon for 2 of my surgeries. He made me feel comfortable and I can tell he loves what he does. He takes his time to explain everything and is very personable!!

February 11th, 2014

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I'm a patient of Dr Goodwin and I'm thankful of that. I would highly recomend him to anyone needing surgery. Was confident and did a fantastic job with my surgery proud to have him has my surgeon. I personally want to thank him and his surgery team. Thank you

September 17th, 2013

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My 13 year old daughter had an emergency appendectomy performed yesterday at Wake Med by Dr. Goodwin. He has a great bedside manner, made us very comfortable and took the time to get to know us. I woulld recommend him to anyone !

February 3rd, 2012

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Dr. Goodwin restored my faith in the medical profession with his outstanding bedside manner is a sincere concern. He is a doctor that loves his profession and dedicates himself to ensuring optimum health an recovery. Dr. Goodwin You are Bomb!!!!

April 19th, 2011

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Dr Goodwin, was so personable. He put my family at ease and took plenty of time explaining what was going on with me.I was admitted to the emergency room at Wake Med. in extreem distress. He was kind and thourgh.

October 14th, 2010

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Fantastic surgeon! Excellent bedside manner!

February 26th, 2010

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Dr. Goodwin is the most caring and competent surgeon I've encountered.His bedside manner is excellent and he truely cares about his patients and their well being.

November 1st, 2009

Portneuf Surgical Specialists

777 Hospital Way Ste 201Pocatello, ID 83201

Tel: (208) 239-2620

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Joel Goodwin II, MD	Dr. Jason Andrew Orien, MD	Dr. Robert Forsyth Fallon	Dr. June Ella Heilman, MD
Surgery	Urology	Surgery	Surgery
	Accepts New Patients
5 (13 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.6 (5 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English		Speaks English
Pocatello , ID	Las Vegas , NV	Kellogg , ID	Pocatello , ID
Med School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL	Med School: University Of Iowa	Med School: Cornell University
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Virginia Mason Medical Center Program

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Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FLGraduated in 1990

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