Dr. David D. Coster, MD | Grinnell, IA | Vascular Surgeon

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Dr. David Coster specializes in vascular surgery and general surgery, bringing four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Central Iowa Health System. With 40 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Coster provides care in English.

Dr. Coster practices at UnityPoint Health Grinnell Regional Medical Center and sees patients at the UnityPoint Health Grinnell General Surgery and Weight Loss Surgery Clinic in Grinnell, Iowa. His surgical expertise focuses on vascular conditions affecting blood vessels throughout the body as well as general surgical procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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accepting new patients
4.4

16 Ratings
40 years of experience
speaks English
Central Iowa Health System
7 written reviews
3 specialties
5 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Coster's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

16 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Fifteen years ago..I had open RNY.Dr.C was the antithesis of the stereotypical surgeon.Pleasant empathic approachable. Day after my surgery I was feeling yecchy and huge and smelly. When he came to do rounds, he sat on the side of my bed instead of ostanding .I will never forget that small piece of kindness that I'm sure he didn't even think about. Still refer people to him .

February 3rd, 2016

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Dr. Coster, Made huge impact in my life when he did my Nissen Fundoplication. Before food was getting stuck and had horrible GERD and after all was better. Thank you Dr. Coster for being such a wonderful physician and surgeon. Dr. Coster is amazing LGBTQ accepting person. His office I recommend all friends, boyfriend and family should see.

June 1st, 2015

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I was referred to Dr Coster by my surgeon because he felt he could not handle such a complicated surgery. When I met him he explained my condition and 2 days later, on his day off did my surgery. With the ability that he has with the robot doing this type of surgery I was up and had no pain 4 hours after surgery. He was very good at explaining everything to my husband after surgery. When he visited me the next morning spent he alot of time explaining what happened in the surgery and what I should expect for the next few days before I came back for my 1st follow up visit. At that visit he sat down with us and listened to every question that I or my husband had and answered in a way that was easy to understand. At my 5 week visit he was as good as before and I left feeling how lucky I was to have been referred to this man. His bedside manner is very comforting yet you also see the confidence he has in his knowledge of his profession. I would recommend him to anyone.

August 26th, 2014

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Had hernia surgery 4 years ago and I am very pleased with Dr. Coster's work.

March 28th, 2012

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I WOULD WAIT ANY LENGTH OF TIME FOR DR. COSTER, AS HE GIVES YOU THE TIME WHEN YOU ARE WITH HIM. HE IS VERY CARING AND CONFIDENT! I COMPLETELY TRUST HIM!

February 21st, 2012

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my overall experience was bad. i would not recommend him to a friend

October 1st, 2010

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dr. coster is a totally caring and excellent surgeon i would highly recommend.

November 12th, 2008

Unitypoint Health Grinnell General Surgery And Weight Loss Surgery Clinic

122 4th AveGrinnell, IA 50112

Tel: (641) 236-4323

Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm

FriClosed

SatClosed

SunClosed

Unitypoint Health Grinnell Regional Medical Center

210 4th AveGrinnell, IA 50112


Dr. David Dwight Coster, MD	Dr. Thomas Anderson Mallisee, MD	Dr. Laurie Marie Kuestner, MD	Dr. Linda Sherri Serna, MD
Vascular Surgery	Diagnostic Radiology	Cardiovascular Disease	Surgery
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.4 (16 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	3.1 (9 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)
40 Years of Experience	33 Years of Experience	39 Years of Experience	50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, Chinese	Speaks English	Speaks English
Grinnell , IA	West Des Moines , IA	Newton , IA	Grinnell , IA
Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
Other
Surgery

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Central Iowa Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Coster's NPI number is 1780655191.

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Where is Dr. David Coster's office located?: Dr. David Coster's office is located at 122 4th Ave, Grinnell, IA, 50112.
What languages does Dr. David Coster speak?: Dr. David Coster speaks English.
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