The Iowa Clinic
Podiatry • West Des Moines, IA • Since 1994
About
The Iowa Clinic in West Des Moines offers podiatry as part of its multispecialty care. Based in West Des Moines, IA, The Iowa Clinic is a privately held health care provider founded in 1994 with four U.S. offices. Their podiatry services are available alongside other primary and specialty care offerings, supported by a large team and established patient access via their West Des Moines location at 5950 University Ave. For more information or to book, contact their main line: 515-875-9100.
Clinic Type
Podiatry
Address
Foot & Ankle Surgery - Ankeny: 1410 Southwest Tradition Drive, 2nd Floor, Ankeny, IA 50023; Foot & Ankle Surgery - West Des Moines: 5950 University Avenue, 1st Floor, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Phone
5.875.9876
customerservicecbo@iowaclinic.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- The Iowa Clinic Website (Dr. Eric Barp): 4.8/5 (519)
- WebMD Care: 4.5/5 (2)
- RateMDs: 3.9/5 (47)
- Vitals: 3.3/5 (3)
Patients praise
- Praise for surgical skill and positive outcomes from some patients
- Reports of compassionate care and effective communication with some providers
- General appreciation for the convenience and multi-specialty nature of the clinic campus
Common complaints
- Allegations of surgical errors and poor post-operative outcomes
- Concerns regarding communication, bedside manner, and perceived condescension
- Frustration with office organization, appointment scheduling, and patient termination policies
"Our family has gone to Dr. Barp for many years for our foot issues. He's helped with every issue we have had with gentleness, professionalism, and very effective results."
— The Iowa Clinic Website"If you are needing surgery I definitely wouldn’t recommend him. He made a huge mistake with a surgery and lied about it!"
— RateMDs"I like my Dr but the clinic itself is the most unorganized office I've ever seen. Today was the last straw I will be changing Drs."
— USCompanies.netSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
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