Dr.Rathe is very professional and caring. He listens and answers my questions. I get very anxious when I have to go to the doctors and he just makes me feel calm. I would recommend him very highly.

June 10, 2026

Dr. Rathe takes the time to listen, he truly cares. I trust him with my family and my health care.

March 31, 2026

Can't say enough good about Dr. Rathe. He is professional, awesome bedside manner, and explains medical terms so that I can understand. He is the best provider!!

February 25, 2026

Dr. Rathe is an amazing doctor, I felt very heard about all of my concerns today. He is very caring and compassionate!

February 18, 2026

Dr. Rathe is always very professional and thorough in his care. He takes time to talk and explain everything. Greatly appreciate his honesty and understanding of my thoughts.

January 22, 2026

He is an excellent doctor. He listens to me, states his concerns and recommends but doesn’t push me in doing something that may not want to do.

December 24, 2025

Dr. Rathe is kind, informed of new things to help whatever the condition is, and sensitive.

September 17, 2025

I so appreciate Dr. Rathe listening and taking time to understand my concerns and his reassurance given to me. He is a great doctor and we are so lucky to have him and I am most grateful for his care and guidance.

September 2, 2025

Dr. Rathe has been out provider for many, many years. He is always very professional and treats us like family. Wonderful doctor!

June 12, 2025

Dr Rathe is a GREAT doctor and all-around nice human being. He is thorough, his philosophies about medicine, treatment and preventative measures match mine. He doesn't order unnecessary tests, he talks through treatment options and takes his time during appointment times.

May 15, 2025

Dr Rathe has an excellent bedside manner. He takes the time to talk to you and explain things in a way that anyone can understand. I feel comfortable talking to him about anything without any judgement!

April 29, 2025

Dr. Rathe is a 5 star provider. He is professional, practices cutting edge medicine, a great listener, compassionate, and efficient. He is the best primary practitioner I have ever had.

March 10, 2025

Dr. Rathe always takes the time to explain things to me that I do not understand and the staff are friendly

February 24, 2025

He's the Best! Very professional and personal. knows his stuff. Always friendly and goes into detail with what he is doing. Very caring an concerned about you. I love this doctor!

January 22, 2025

Dr Rathe never makes me feel rushed, even when I know the day is back to back patients. He listens carefully and is very thorough.

December 19, 2024

I am very happy having Dr Rathe as my family doctor. He is a great doctor and also a great person.

November 3, 2024

He is just a great, kind, professional doctor, who is very thoughtful.

October 9, 2024

He impressed me with his thoughtfulness. I felt he was concerned about my well being and wanted to do what was best for my concern with testing positive for COVID. He was reassuring which helps healing. I felt confidence in his doctoring. I was very grateful to find a provider of healthcare on a Sunday. I think the urgent care unit is great service to us.

September 30, 2024

Dr. Rathe has always been a fantastic doctor. I don’t think I’ve ever had a problem with him. He takes my concerns, seriously, especially when it comes to financial burdens. In fact, I wouldn’t see a doctor as often as I do if he didn’t understand.

August 28, 2024

Dr. Rathe is incredible I have total confidence in him and appreciate his knowledge of medicine!

August 7, 2024

Dr. Rathe is an excellent physician. He makes sure all of my questions are answered and I trust his recommendations. My family trusts him for their healthcare needs. He is the best!

July 31, 2024

I think Dr. Rathe and his team run the best Family Medicine practice I have ever known. The entire team is organized and thorough, and Dr. Rathe himself is a gem; empathetic and very knowledgeable.

July 2, 2024

Dr. RATHE is a kind, caring, competent doctor that always goes the extra mile. He instills trust and reassurance in his abilities. He is a wonderful doctor and a true asset to McFarland Clinic

June 14, 2024

About

Joined McFarland Clinic

July 1994

Languages Spoken

English

Education & Professional Certification

Certifications

American Board of Famly Medicine

Education

University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

BS, 1982-1986

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA

MD, 1986-1991

Residency

Goppert Family Care Center/Baptist Medical Center, Kansas City, MO

Family Medicine, 1991-1994

Professional Societies

American Academy of Family Physicians
American Medical Association
Iowa Medical Society
Story County Medical Society

Professional & Personal Interests

Leadership Roles

Chief of Staff Mary Greeley Medical Center July 2019 to July 2021
Chair, McFarland Clinic Investment Board

Hobbies and Personal Interests

Spending time with family, Exercising, Bible study