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Dr. Kathy Cook, MD

Dermatology* Age 68
Dr. Kathy Cook, MD
4.6 (88 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Kathy Cook, MD is a Dermatologist in Ames, IA.
Dr. Kathy Cook, MD
4.6 (88 Ratings)
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Dr. Kathy Cook, MD

Dermatology* Age 68
Ames, IA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Kathy Cook, MD is a Dermatologist in Ames, IA.

About

Dr. Kathy Cook, MD is a Dermatologist in Ames, IA. They graduated from University of Iowa and completed a residency at University Iowa Hosps. They currently practice at Forefront Dermatology - Ames and are affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. At present, Dr. Cook received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 88 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Cook is board certified in Dermatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Nail Infection
Rosacea
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Nail Infection
Rosacea
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Contact Dermatitis
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Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
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Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
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Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Destruction of Penile Lesion
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Melanoma Screening
Mole Evaluation
Shaving of Skin Lesion
Skin Tag Removal

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
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  • HealthyBlue 2.0
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Locations

  1. 1 Forefront Dermatology - Ames
    500 Main St Ste 113, Ames, IA 50010
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
  2. 2 Forefront Dermatology - Ankeny
    2785 N Ankeny Blvd Ste 24, Ankeny, IA 50023

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cook
4.6
Based on 88 Reviews
5 Stars (73)
4 Stars (7)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (7)

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Jan 18, 2023
It was a good visit
Norman Wonderlich — Jan 18, 2023
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Forefront Dermatology is committed to providing the most innovative, leading-edge and appropriate medical dermatology solutions for healthy and beautiful skin. Whether you're suffering from an unexplained chronic skin condition, are embarrassed by acne or want a thorough skin cancer screening, we help detect problems before they become critical, physically or emotionally, and treat all diseases involving the skin, hair and nails. Our patients come to us with medical problems they can see and feel. We respect their unique reactions to these conditions, and we understand the effect they have on their lives. We address each patient with empathy, and we design personalized treatment recommendations that respect the whole person, inside and out.
Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Kathy Cook, MD is a dermatologist in Ames, IA. She specializes in Dermatology.
Biography
Specialties*
Dermatology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Iowa
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Dermatology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • St Lukes/Presby Hospital
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Iowa Hosps
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kathy Cook, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Cook's profile.

Dr. Kathy Cook, MD is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Kathy Cook, MD holds board certification in Dermatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA