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Orthopedic SurgeryWest Des Moines, IA

★★★★★4.8/51,465 reviews across 4 platforms

Ratings by platform

  • Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (Clive): 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,320 reviews (aggregate across platforms))
  • Iowa Ortho (West Des Moines) on Apple Maps: 1.8 out of 5 stars (Not explicitly specified)
  • Mark Matthes, M.D. (Iowa Ortho West Des Moines): 4.9 out of 5 stars (78 reviews)
  • Trevor Schmitz, M.D. (Iowa Ortho West Des Moines): 4.7 out of 5 stars (67 reviews)

What patients say

Patients praise

  • Highly skilled and knowledgeable surgeons, particularly in joint and sports-related surgeries
  • Professional and friendly staff members in many departments
  • Efficient identification of ailments and effective treatment plans
  • Positive outcomes for surgical procedures such as rotator cuff and meniscus repairs

Common complaints

  • Dissatisfaction with billing practices and perceived focus on money
  • Complaints regarding physician attitude and communication style
  • Reports of poor follow-up or scheduling issues, including unexpected closures

In patients' words

"It was a difficult surgery and he did a masterful job and I’m now making good progress in recovery. He is a top notch arthroscopic surgeon..."

Patient review regarding Dr. William Jacobson, Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

"It's all about money.... Real medical concern doesn't exist... Dr. Jacobsen is a phony!"

Patient review regarding Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

"I was reviewed by a PAC - Jordyn i believe his name was. do not go see him- he is awful. He had an attitude from the beginning..."

Patient review regarding Iowa Ortho West Des Moines

"Dr. Matthes is OUTSTANDING!! He takes his time, knows what he is talking about, and makes sure all your questions are answered!"

Patient review regarding Dr. Mark Matthes, Iowa Ortho West Des Moines

How these reviews were compiled

Synthesized from public patient-review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8].

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