Dr. Luke K. Espelund, MD | Des Moines, IA | Emergency Medicine Physician

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Dr. Espelund graduated from the University of Iowa in 2009. He works in Des Moines, IA and 1 other location and specializes in Emergency Medicine.

4.6

19 Ratings
17 years of experience
38 insurance plans accepted
University Medical Center
19 written reviews
1 specialty
3 areas of expertise
4 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Espelund's Ratings and Reviews

4.6

19 Ratings with 19 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: (1) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Staff was courteous: (1) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)

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G.O.A.T

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

Needs Improvement

July 12th, 2026

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I don’t have too much to say but what a nice doctor he is!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

August 29th, 2023

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Outstanding. Dr Luke identified a hard-to-diagnose appendix issue which could have evolved into an infected and possibly ruptured organ. It was a very busy night in the ER, but we got an ER bed right away and he saw us quickly. Everything after his initial workup went terribly slow (11.5 hrs, start to finish), which was rough, but I understand the delays may have been due to high patient-load and/or short staff. But, we thank you for taking action and admitting him for surgery once it was determined it was warranted, and not taking hasty action just to get on to the next patient. THANK YOU!

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

June 24th, 2023

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Sometimes you can’t get an easy appointment, but in the end it is worth it. Dr Luke you are the Man!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

January 29th, 2023

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Best Dr I have ever experienced!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

January 28th, 2023

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Makes everything better whenever possible.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

January 20th, 2023

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You rock Dr. Luke

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

January 20th, 2023

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You are an expert of keeping people calm during their appointments.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

January 20th, 2023

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It’s not a visit, but It was great seeing you interviewed on the news. You are a highly respected person which is why everyone wants to come and see you if they have an emergency.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

January 20th, 2023

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Your hospital has the best staff which also includes you too my man!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

January 20th, 2023

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

Tel: (515) 263-5612

Mercyone Childrens Hospital

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Tel: (515) 247-3300

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Tel: (515) 247-3121

Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital

1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Tel: (515) 343-1000


Dr. Luke Knute Espelund, MD	Dr. John Manford Rhodes Jr, MD	Dr. William Trent Peterson, DO	Dr. Gary Stephen Bremen, DO
Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (19 Ratings)	4 (1 Rating)	1 (1 Rating)	3.4 (5 Ratings)
17 Years of Experience	58 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience	46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Des Moines , IA	Pleasant Hill , IA	Ankeny , IA	Clive , IA
Med School: University Of Iowa	Med School: University Of Iowa Roy J And Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine	Med School: Poznan Univ Of Medical Sciences Center For Medical Education In English	Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Dr. Luke Knute Espelund holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa in 2009.

NPI Number

Dr. Espelund's NPI number is 1558599936.

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45 Years Exp | Des Moines, IA
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Dr. Lowell W Thalman, DO
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43 Years Exp | Des Moines, IA
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Dr. John M Koester, DO
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43 Years Exp | Des Moines, IA
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Nurse Practitioner
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Where is Dr. Luke Espelund's office located?: Dr. Luke Espelund's office is located at 700 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50316.
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