She is thorough, pleasant and listens to my concerns. She explains what I need to do and how I need to do it to help me achieve a desired level of health. I think she is the best.

March 5, 2026

She is always wonderful with my special needs daughter and staff is very accommodating getting her in when they can for appointment

February 27, 2026

She is very good. Details matter to her. Quick appointments. Always listens to my concerns

February 26, 2026

Friendly, very competent and through. Pleasant visit!

January 16, 2026

Very professional and friendly.

December 19, 2025

Sally always addresses all if my questions with explanations I can understand. She has a good bedside manner as well - very personable.

September 5, 2025

Sally and her staff are always helpful, friendly, and efficient. They take time answer all my questions and recommend solutions and or options. Always a good experience at the Story City McFarland Clinic!

June 30, 2025

She great! Answered all my questions, very professional!

May 21, 2025

I appreciated her thorough attention to me as a new patient, not rushed or distracted.

April 21, 2025

Sally is always so calm and kind. I never feel rushed during my appointment.

March 13, 2025

I appreciate how easy she makes the process.

February 21, 2025

Sally listened and answered my questions and concerns were addressed. Thank you!

January 3, 2025

I always appreciate the kindness and attentiveness shown by Sally. She listens actively, and I never feel rushed during my visit.

December 5, 2024

I have been going to Sally for years- I LOVE HER -she is amazing and EVERY time I feel HEARD and she takes care of me and my health

November 15, 2024

Sally was great…beyond her knowledge and expertise she always listens and has a wonderful personality and genuinely cares. She allowed me to re-establish as her patient and it meant a lot!

November 12, 2024

As usual, she was very kind and gently answering any question and explaining in a very easy way to undersatnd the procedures I have to go trough and the reasons for them.

October 7, 2024

Sally makes me feel comfortable and at ease.

August 14, 2024

She is very efficient and professional. Excellent care! Her nurse is amazing also!

August 9, 2024

Sally helped me put my concern in perspective, and assured me I’m doing the right things to get better. Her medical care and bedside manner have always been top-notch, and I appreciate her!

July 31, 2024

Sally is always so patient and listens to my concerns without judgement. She’s never in a hurry to get me out. I appreciate her thorough and kind approach.

July 30, 2024

Been a patient of Sally Overland for 34 years at 3 different locations. I would recommend her to anyone that needs a doctor.

June 27, 2024

My Primary Care Provider was in the Office yesterday. I call the Story City Office, they were so willing to work me in. I really appreciate all involved making me feel welcome.

May 9, 2024

Very pleasant & professional

April 4, 2024

About

Medical Interests

Pediatrics, Women's Health, Sports Medicine

Joined McFarland Clinic

February 1998

Languages Spoken

English

Education & Professional Certification

Certifications

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Education

University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

BS, 1989-1991

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN

BA, 1985-1989

Professional Societies

American Academy of Physician Assistants
Fellow, Iowa Physician Assistant Society

Professional & Personal Interests

Leadership Roles

Member, McFarland Clinic HIPAA Steering Committee

Resources

Food is Medicine

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