Stuart Christenson, MD, FACC

Cardiology

Accepting New Patients

515-239-4472

Patient Rating

4.77 out of 5

113 Patient Ratings

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Primary Clinic

Mary Greeley Cardiology Clinic

1111 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010

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Also Sees Patients In

Jefferson Office

106 West Washington Street
Suite 2
Jefferson, IA 50129

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Mary Greeley Medical Center

1111 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010

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Webster City Office

510 Bank Street
Webster City, IA 50595

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Patient Testimonials

Very kind and considerate. Takes an interest in what you have to say. Great personality.

March 22, 2023

Dr Christensen is always thorough, and asks many questions and takes time to answer my questions.

February 15, 2023

Friendly atmosphere with little to no waiting time. They answered all of my questions. A good experience.

January 10, 2023

Always shows concern, explains things well and overall always a pleasure having Dr Christenson as my heart Dr

January 3, 2023

Easy to chat with. Guides you through the appointment so you receive all pertinent information.

December 21, 2022

We never feel rushed or afraid to ask questions.

December 14, 2022

Dr. Christenson is a very positive person and does an excellent job communicating.

November 22, 2022

Very knowledgeable and through. Always feel like he genuinely wants to make sure all options are discussed.

October 26, 2022

Dr. Christenson listens and expresses a genuine interest in his patients. That is appreciated.

September 29, 2022

ALL team members are VERY compassionate.

September 13, 2022

He was very good about telling me the echo I had.

June 28, 2022

Very good Dr. Explained everything in detail and my options for treatment.

June 21, 2022

Dr Christianson listened to all my concerns and ordered the diagnostic tests that he felt was necessary to come up with a plan of care.

March 9, 2022

I go to Dr Stewart Christensen. He is my cardiologist. He is very sincere and listens to my concerns and makes sure all my questions have been answered before I leave his office.

January 18, 2022

Dr Christensen was very thorough, direct and easy to understand while being friendly. He also listened to what my concerns were and addressed them.

January 4, 2022

Dr Christenson is very through and compassionate. Very easy to talk to.

December 22, 2021

Dr S Christenson has amazing bedside manor. He is kind, explains everything to our understanding, firm, but gentle in his presentation. We are blessed to have such a wonderful doctor! Thank you

October 12, 2021

About

Medical Interests

Evaluation & Management of Heart Failure
Cardiac Imaging
Cardiac Pacing & Defibrillation

Joined McFarland Clinic

August 2007

Education & Professional Certification

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
The Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology
Internal Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners, 2007
National Board of Echocardiography, 2009
Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography, 2009

Education

Iowa State University, Ames, IA

BS, 1987-1992

University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

MD, 1992-1997

Residency

University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

1997-2001

Fellowship

Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Rochester, MN

2001-2005

Professional Societies

Fellow, American College of Cardiology
American Heart Association
American Medical Association
American Society of Echocardiography
American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
Health Failure Society of American
Iowa Medical Society
Story County Medical Society

Professional & Personal Interests

Leadership Roles

Member, McFarland Clinic Policies & Procedures Committee

Resources

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