UnityPoint Clinic Pediatrics
Pediatrics • Des Moines, IA • Since 1995
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
UnityPoint Health is a nonprofit healthcare system based in West Des Moines, IA, originally founded as Iowa Health System in 1995. It operates urgent care, primary care, emergency care, and virtual care across multiple locations, with several clinics including UnityPoint Clinic Pediatrics in Des Moines. The organization employs thousands of staff (about 4,246) and offers a wide range of services through hospitals, clinics, and home care. Its Des Moines area presence includes UnityPoint Clinic and Des Moines locations, part of the broader UnityPoint Health system serving Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, and other regions. For precise address, hours, and providers, check the UnityPoint Health Des Moines or UnityPoint Clinic Pediatrics pages.
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FAQs
What type of appointments do you offer at UnityPoint Clinic Pediatrics – Des Moines?
Primary Care, Urgent Care, Virtual Care, Emergency Care.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals: 4.3/5 (specific provider at Lakeview location) (Not specified (general practice ratings not aggregated))
- LocalityBiz: Varied (ranging from 1 to 5 stars in individual reviews)
Patients praise
- Highly rated pediatricians (e.g., Dr. Hirl, Dr. Sandberg) who are thorough, kind, and responsive
- Supportive and professional nursing staff
- Efficient check-in processes and timely appointments
- Strong reputation for medical expertise and patient-centered care
Common complaints
- Rude or unhelpful front desk staff
- Difficulty with scheduling or establishing care for new patients
- Instances of perceived dismissal of parental concerns by nursing or medical staff
- Unprofessional handling of phone calls or patient emotional distress
"Dr. Hirl is AMAZING! Her nurse Emily is AWESOME also. They are very thorough and never make you feel like they aren't listening to you."
- LocalityBiz"Awesome doctors but front desk doesnt have to be so rude. Two times now. Needs addressed"
- LocalityBiz"Apparently it's the place to go as long as you aren't upset about your kids. Front desk staff is amazing. Some of the nurses are amazing, but one person treating me like my concerns aren't valid just ruined this entire place for me."
- A-Better-PlaceSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- For Health Professionals - UnityPoint Health - Des Moines - Feb 27, 2026
- Experience Specialist/Receptionist: DSM Pediatrics, UnityPoint Health - Aug 1, 2025
- Liz Wilkinson - Apr 3, 2026
- UnityPoint, Children's Nebraska open cardiology clinic - Becker’s ASC - Sep 29, 2025
- Phillip Lee - Jun 18, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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