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Rick A. Shelman MD, FACS

General Surgery

About:
Dr. Rick A. Shelman is a general surgeon practicing with Surgical Services, PC in Iowa City, Iowa. He provides surgical care with a focus on general surgery and performs outpatient procedures for appropriate patients at Iowa City Ambulatory Surgery Center.

Areas of Expertise:
General surgery
Hernia repair (ventral and inguinal)
Gallbladder surgery
Appendectomy
Colorectal surgery
Breast surgery

Education:
Medical School: University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine, 1990
Residency: General Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 1990–1995

Board Certification:
American Board of Surgery — General Surgery

Fellow Designation:
Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)

Professional Memberships:
American College of Surgeons

Primary Practice Location:
Surgical Services, PC
510 E. Bloomington Street
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 338-9247
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Google 11.22.24

All the nurses and staff here are so amazing! Explained everything and answered all my questions. They go above and beyond. It’s a very nice surgical center.

Ashley Steinfeldt

Google 8.25.25

I had an very good experience at Iowa City Ambulatory Surgical Center. Surgery prep was easy and the staff was very helpful. The surgeon and anesthesiologist visited me to describe the procedure. There were no delays, and I was taken to the OR promptly. I was a little anxious because I met a Wolverine nurse there. Admittedly, she seemed nice. Next thing I remember was waking up in recovery where some of the kindest nurses I’ve ever met were attending to me. I recovered quickly with no complications. It’s been over 5 weeks since my successful surgery. I am fully recovered. I had minimal pain and no swelling after surgery. The best thing is that it’s all behind me. My UIHC initial surgery consultation is still more than a month away. That’s a lot of extra suffering I’d have to endure. I am very happy I chose a surgeon who operates at this facility. I wholeheartedly recommend it to others

Buckeye Man

Google 8.31.24

Wonderful caring and attentive staff. I had a T&A 9 weeks post partum and everyone was so attentive with meds and breastfeeding. Even allowing me to pump right before going back. They have comfy gowns and an awesome warming system with blankets and warm air. Comfy recovery chairs and they understand all you wanna do is go home after.

Kaitlyn Armstrong

Google 6.10.24

The staff is outstanding! Very skilled, professional , caring, calming and thorough. Took time to make sure I was comfortable with the procedure and answered any questions. I would recommend them to everyone!

Sondrae Fort

Google 2.2.25

All the RN’s were fabulous. They made the experience Much better

Todd Staack

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