Kent Baumann, MD

Languages:

English

Specialties:

Ophthalmology
Patient Rating
4.9 / 5 (484 Reviews)

Kent Baumann, MD, is an ophthalmology physician at Medical Associates Clinic in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Baumann provides comprehensive eye exams, diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, and surgeries for all eye related conditions and diseases.

Eye Care Department

Locations

Credentials

Medical School

University of Iowa - College of Medicine - 1982

Residency

Ophthalmology, Wills Eye Hospital, 1983 - 1986

Hospital Affiliations

  • MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
  • UnityPoint - Finley Hospital
  • Ratings and Reviews

    Distribution

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    Question Rating Breakdown

    0.0
    "Seen By Provider In Timely Manner"
    4.8
    "Provider gave enough information "
    4.9
    "Provider Listened"
    0.0
    "Trust Provider With Care"
    0.0
    "Provider Knew Medical History"
    0.0
    "Knew what to do if questions"
    4.8
    "Provider Would Recommend"
    4.9
    "Providers Courtesy and Respect"

    What Patients Are Saying

    5 Stars
    December 04, 2025
    "Everyone I dealt with @ my appointment was courteous & knowledgeable & Dr Baumann was the same."
    5 Stars
    December 03, 2025
    "Your service and personnel, including Dr. Baumann, were excellent. My appointment was honored timely. Just another great experience. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    November 26, 2025
    "I was very happy with my appointment"
    5 Stars
    November 26, 2025
    "A new earlier date was scheduled for for my next surgery. Which I am happy for"
    5 Stars
    November 19, 2025
    "Happy retirement"
    5 Stars
    November 17, 2025
    "They were all great!"
    5 Stars
    November 13, 2025
    "In Room Nurse Was Excellent !"
    5 Stars
    November 12, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann and his nurse were very informative and I really liked them."
    5 Stars
    November 10, 2025
    "Wonderful Dr"
    5 Stars
    November 06, 2025
    "Dr. Bauman has been a great doctor for my husband, [REDACTED], and myself. It was very difficult for us to have to go to a different doctor when my school insurance changed for two years. We are both very thankful that we have Medical Associates again and can see Dr. Bauman."
    5 Stars
    November 06, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann is warm and kind."
    5 Stars
    November 05, 2025
    "I have highly recommended Dr. Baumann to others."
    5 Stars
    November 05, 2025
    "I appreciate the excellent care provided by Dr. Baumann and the ophthalmology technical staff."
    5 Stars
    November 03, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann is extremely kind and professional and his staff very competent. I was highly pleased."
    5 Stars
    November 03, 2025
    "It was great to get in on Monday. I sent message over the weekend and got in on Monday."
    5 Stars
    November 03, 2025
    "My appointment took over 2 hours which is not acceptable"
    5 Stars
    November 03, 2025
    "Every detail well explained. Excellent doctor"
    5 Stars
    October 29, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann did a great job. He was thoughtful and courteous and did the best job that I could've expected. When he wanted to verify what he saw, he called in Dr. Sleep who is also great! Thank you ophthalmology for a great appointment"
    5 Stars
    October 29, 2025
    "Everyone was very considerate. Very good experience."
    5 Stars
    October 27, 2025
    "Having nvr met Dr Baumann before appt, I found his professionalism and kindness reassuring. Let's give him a 10!"
    5 Stars
    October 23, 2025
    "No, everything was good"
    5 Stars
    October 22, 2025
    "I showed up a week early for my appointment and they worked me in within 15 min.!!!!!! Very much appreciated."
    5 Stars
    October 21, 2025
    "All was very helpful and waiting time was very short."
    5 Stars
    October 20, 2025
    "His nurse was very kind & helpful."
    5 Stars
    October 16, 2025
    "Excellent experience."
    5 Stars
    October 09, 2025
    "my appointment and time with the doctor was fine, but he was running 1.5 hours late. ok, I understand life happens and sometimes other appointments take longer and push all of the following back. But an updates during the wait of how far behind would be helpful and even better yet, notify me before I come over. I also have a busy schedule and 1.5 hours out of a day is a long time for waiting needlessly."
    5 Stars
    October 08, 2025
    "It was a very positive experience for me knowing that the change in my vision will be corrected. I appreciated the personal care from the medical team."
    5 Stars
    October 08, 2025
    "The wait time was really long. I came for a 3:30 appointment and it was 5:15 before I was finished."
    4 Stars
    October 08, 2025
    "I was thankful the nurse assistant gave her phone number for questions because I certainly have more questions now that I have given thought to the results of the procedure."
    5 Stars
    October 08, 2025
    "I have been a patient of Dr. Baumann for many years. I trust him completely with my eye care."
    5 Stars
    October 08, 2025
    "I had a 10:30 appointment and was in an office at 10;30. I was asked preliminary questions until 10:45. I was then put into a room (without Tv or reading material) from 10:45 ...to.. 11:30 before i saw a physician. It seems that if one is to be waiting 45 minutes to see the primary doctor, some form of mental occupation could be offered I understand that at times a doctor needs to take more time with a patient than originally planned. Perhaps a few magazines could be paced in the secondary waiting areas."
    5 Stars
    October 08, 2025
    "the support staff are very professional, efficient and were very good taking me through the eye care process"
    5 Stars
    October 06, 2025
    "My eye sight is great , Thank you Dr."
    5 Stars
    October 01, 2025
    "I was very happy with the way everyone treated me. They treated me with respect and explained everything to me. Keep up the fantastic job!"
    5 Stars
    October 01, 2025
    "The assistants/nurses and Dr Baumann were all so friendly and easy to talk to. Dr Baumann has so many years of experience. I trust his judgement as well as the assistants/nurses. Thank you for your great service!"
    5 Stars
    September 29, 2025
    "Everyone was courteous and friendly. My questions were answered. I've never had a problem there."
    5 Stars
    September 26, 2025
    "I had an unexpected issue with my eye and the staff, nurse, office manager and doctor in the ophthalmology dept. made it possible to be seen even though I didn't have an appointment that day. I noticed most of the ophthalmology dept. were heading home for the day, but the doctor and his assistant stayed until I got treated for my issue. I greatly appreciated their time they spent with me."
    5 Stars
    September 24, 2025
    "Great experience - Destiny was very professional and efficient- Dr Bauman is a great Dr - very kind and thorough"
    5 Stars
    September 24, 2025
    "Best eye doctor I've ever seen."
    5 Stars
    September 22, 2025
    "I have been experiencing very dry eyes. This was a follow up visit and eye plugs were inserted to help increase tears. The plugs are working."
    5 Stars
    September 17, 2025
    "Thank you Dr. Baumann and staff. Great progress has been made with the healing of my left eye."
    5 Stars
    September 15, 2025
    "Sat in room for 45min"
    5 Stars
    September 15, 2025
    "The online check in is really easy and quick. I get the text when I enter the building and I'm all set. Good idea."
    5 Stars
    September 10, 2025
    "Angela, Dr. Bauman's nurse was fantastic."
    5 Stars
    September 10, 2025
    "Kent Baumann is a blessing in the "eye business!!!!!" He is so gentle, warm and friendly and SO knowledgeable about the EYE!!! Thank you for having him in your Medical Practice!"
    4 Stars
    September 03, 2025
    "I waited 55 minutes before I actually got called to go back and waited several different times. One of the pieces of equipment was broke. So I had to wait for that. Really no explanation from the staff or anything keeping me in the loop about what was going on. So I felt very, it was just not a pleasant experience. I did enjoy my time with the actual physician. once I met him, but prior to that, I would have to say it was a very negative experience. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    September 03, 2025
    "I enjoyed my eye Doctor. Even though he was very busy he took time to spend quality time with me. I am blessed that he is my Doctor. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    September 03, 2025
    "Very happy with staff and information provided."
    5 Stars
    September 03, 2025
    "Knowledgeable and cordial"
    4 Stars
    August 27, 2025
    "I really like Dr. Bauman as he is kind and respectful, however it is getting harder and harder to get in to see him. He is way booked up ahead of time and I waited over 1 HOUR to see the him at this appointment. I seen both nurses within a short period of time and they were quick but then it took a long long time to see the doctor, 1 hour."
    5 Stars
    August 27, 2025
    "Was there at the clinic from 3:25 until 5:20 would be my only negative comment"
    5 Stars
    August 27, 2025
    "Baumann and Angella listened to me and helped put myself at ease. I got in right away they understood my concern."
    5 Stars
    August 27, 2025
    "I felt they were very informative on what processes were going to be done"
    5 Stars
    August 25, 2025
    "Yes, I think Dr. Baumann is an awesome doctor and so is his nurses. Bye."
    5 Stars
    August 21, 2025
    "Great service as usual!"
    5 Stars
    August 21, 2025
    "Dr Baumann and his nurse Jacqueline are wonderful. We have gone to them for years and we truly appreciate their expertise and kindness in taking care of our visual needs. I hope they stay with Medical Associates for many years to come because of the way they have treated us over the years we totally trust them with all of our eye care needs. They are truly valuable assets to the Medical Associates staff. Thank you to both for all of their help."
    5 Stars
    August 21, 2025
    "I didn't have to wait long after check in. All the staff , in all areas were nice , friendly ,and helpful! Doctor wears very knowledgeable and was easy to understand when explained things to me. Was a good visit and understood what my next step would be. Restrooms and all the rooms I was in were nice and clean!"
    5 Stars
    August 20, 2025
    "Love Dr Baumann!!"
    5 Stars
    August 18, 2025
    "My initial Lasik appointment was 10 weeks out. I was getting headaches, so I talked to a registration lady. She put me in contact with Dr. Bauman's nurse who was able to get me in 6 WEEKS earlier! I was so appreciative of the attention and help. Everyone was super nice and helpful, especially my doctor!"
    5 Stars
    August 13, 2025
    "I guess I need more time to heal than expected"
    5 Stars
    August 11, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann and staff are terrific in every way!"
    5 Stars
    July 23, 2025
    "Could not get my next annual appointment for 14 months. At my age, too long."
    5 Stars
    July 23, 2025
    "I appreciate the gentle personalities you have there. Watching the amount of people flowing thru your facility take a crack crew to keep it going. Not to mention how nice they all were. Such a blessing I saw the kindness offered time and time again to many of your clients. A great sense of humor from time to time was well received as well. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    July 23, 2025
    "I know this provider is very busy and informs the patient well, but there is always a long wait in the office before I see him. Today it was 30 minutes from the time the nurse left and he came in. Had I known I would have gotten my phone to do some reading. I don't mind waiting however it would be good if the nurse or someone would have checked."
    5 Stars
    July 21, 2025
    "Great, knowledgeable expert! We appreciate having Dr Baumann!"
    2 Stars
    July 17, 2025
    "I mentioned to provider(who was in/out in 5mins.) needing help with my dry Eyes Syndrome and hope for the new medication called MIEBO which is advertised needing doctor's order. Upon my review of his notes the eye meds was not addressed. So, getting back to and from the office by phone on a Friday is a long wait."
    5 Stars
    July 14, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann was so thorough and took care of my problem. Would recommend him to anyone"
    5 Stars
    July 09, 2025
    "Extremely pleased!! The timing of the visit was wonderful....no waiting and the appt moved quickiy. Thanks for asking!!!!"
    5 Stars
    July 03, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann is a wonderful doctor and person."
    5 Stars
    July 02, 2025
    "Friendly people and helpful"
    5 Stars
    June 30, 2025
    "Very knowledgeable and helpful."
    5 Stars
    June 27, 2025
    "Dr Baumann took whatever time was needed to correct the problem after he explained it to me. He is a good doctor, just wish his schedule was not so full and easier to get to see."
    5 Stars
    June 27, 2025
    "I want the staff to know I'm sorry if I was rude or terse when speaking with them."
    5 Stars
    June 23, 2025
    "Awesome doctor and nurse. Thank you"
    5 Stars
    June 23, 2025
    "Everything went well"
    2 Stars
    June 18, 2025
    "By the time I actually met with the doctor, it was roughly an hour past my scheduled time. Especially since the actual time with the doctor was less than 5 minutes, it is frustrating to wait so long."
    5 Stars
    June 18, 2025
    "Destiny was very knowledgeable and helpful in answering questions. Dr Baumann was great in explaining cataract surgery."
    4 Stars
    June 11, 2025
    "I have diabetes and my appointment was cancelled twice and took over 1 year and 6 months to get in. Need more eye doctors."
    5 Stars
    June 11, 2025
    "My results were very good. It's 7:30 pm but I'm still dealing with pain from my ultrasound. Blurred vision. Hopefully it will be better in the morning."
    5 Stars
    May 15, 2025
    "I asked a number of questions which must have seem fribulous to the doctor with his vast knowledge. He, went about answering my questions in such a way that even I could understand them. And that is no easy task, trust me. Thx to his complete answers, I now have the best understanding of my eyesight then ever before. And, let us not forget the young lady who performed several tests. She was most patient with me. Let us face it, all those "Is it clearer here or here" questions are enough to make quaint, little, old school Mom swear like a sailor. Even when I misunderstood her instruction once, she graciously repeated it for me without me feeling belittled at all. Only negative thing? I wish it did not take so long to get the appointment. From a patient's viewpoint it is extremely annoying and frustrating. However, from a business standpoint, and you are a business after all, it is a sign of success and being very profitable. Sincerely Yours, [REDACTED]"
    5 Stars
    May 15, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann was Excellent! And his nurse was Very Professional."
    5 Stars
    May 08, 2025
    "Got me taken care of!!"
    5 Stars
    May 08, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann is great"
    5 Stars
    May 07, 2025
    "Thank Yo to the team///"
    5 Stars
    May 07, 2025
    "My appointment went very smoothly and efficiently. Probably the quickest ophthalmology appointment I've ever had, yet I felt listened to and I felt very satisfied with the whole process and with each of the people that I dealt with. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    May 01, 2025
    "All the people I encountered during my appointment were caring and courteous. I felt they were looking out for my best interest."
    5 Stars
    May 01, 2025
    "Excellent provider and staff. Professional, kind and caring."
    5 Stars
    April 30, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann very professional explained results to my understanding level. Sharon was excellent in telling me what to expect during testing. When requested staff told me their names which helps diminish stress during the appointment."
    5 Stars
    April 30, 2025
    "They answered all my concerns."
    5 Stars
    April 30, 2025
    "On the first question, my fingers slipped and I should have been hitting number four. Dr. Baumann was excellent."
    5 Stars
    April 28, 2025
    "Dr. Bauman and nurse Angie were very kind and professional and took the time to listen and answer questions."
    5 Stars
    April 28, 2025
    "It's nice to leave and knowing all your questions were answered"
    5 Stars
    April 21, 2025
    "Waited over half hour before seen"
    5 Stars
    April 21, 2025
    "I was very well taken care of thank you!"
    5 Stars
    April 17, 2025
    "I believe Dr Bauman's nurse's name was Bridget, she was excellent. She's very knowledgable, kind, wasn't rushed, terrific! I appreciated her. There aren't a lot of nurses around like her. Dr Bauman was excellent as well!! I was new to that office and I was very impressed with the professional and completely competent care I received. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    April 17, 2025
    "Excellent service."
    5 Stars
    April 14, 2025
    "I like Dr. Baumann"
    5 Stars
    April 07, 2025
    "All good. I have been to patient station to read information, and nothing posted yet. I am also looking for lab results. thanks"
    5 Stars
    April 03, 2025
    "I waited one year for an appointment I was then bumped another 3 months You need more service providers"
    5 Stars
    April 03, 2025
    "Everyone was very nice and helpful"
    5 Stars
    March 31, 2025
    "Very informative and helpful"
    5 Stars
    March 17, 2025
    "Dr Baumann was professional and knowledgeable"
    5 Stars
    March 17, 2025
    "I just want to say that he definitely cares about you. He explains everything so well that you understand it. He makes it easy for you to follow along with what he is explaining to you."
    5 Stars
    March 13, 2025
    "very happy and pleased wth everbody"
    5 Stars
    March 12, 2025
    "I always appreciate Dr. Baumann's thoroughness & clarity in his explanation of what I need to know."
    5 Stars
    March 12, 2025
    "Excellent professional service."
    3 Stars
    March 12, 2025
    "My appointment was at 8am. They called me back right away and then I sat there for 45 minutes. I stepped out to ask the nurse how much longer it would be and she said it would be soon but the Dr. wasn't even there yet. I said my appt. was at 8 and I needed to get back to work. She turned her head to look at the other nurses and just ignored me and another nurse responded with it shouldn't be too much longer. Neither the nurse nor Dr. Baumann apologized for the wait. He was very cordial when he arrived and I can't say anything bad about his service I just wasn't happy having to wait that long with no explanation or apology. If he was running late for one reason or another they could have just said that, but to turn your head and ignore....not very professional."
    5 Stars
    March 12, 2025
    "Great nurse, great doctor. All is good !"
    5 Stars
    March 10, 2025
    "I have been having dry eye issues for a VERY long time. Today is THE FIRST DAY I felt like I got some relief for this condition. I have had eye plugs put in my eyes every time at my annual eye doctor appointment. One or two days later the same condition would be back. Dry Eyes!! Today's appointment was a referral because I have a nevus on my left eye which he examined and wants to look at again in one year. However in my file he reviewed the medical notes and noticed that I have had a history of dryness in my eyes. He examined my eyes to determine what might be causing the dryness. He inserted temporary as well as more permanent (6 month) eye plugs to find out if they might provide some element of relief. This is the afternoon of the day of my appointment and so far so good. I will see what tomorrow brings given my history and experience with plugs and eye dryness."
    5 Stars
    March 06, 2025
    "Thank you!"
    5 Stars
    March 06, 2025
    "Sitting in room for almost 2 hrs waiting to see Dr was not pleasant"
    5 Stars
    March 06, 2025
    "Great staff, very nice , workers , great experience !"
    5 Stars
    March 06, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann was very professional in treating me, it was unexpected appointment and everything was explained to me in detail."
    5 Stars
    March 05, 2025
    "received a good report from the Doctor ! Looking forward to next visit"
    5 Stars
    March 05, 2025
    "Thoughtful, professional and took the time to listen."
    5 Stars
    March 01, 2025
    "I very much appreciated Dr. Bauman seeing me on a Saturday, performing a very thorough examination of my eye, clearly explaining what he had found, and taking much time to contact the [REDACTED] and arrange for me to see a retinal specialist that day at their emergency department."
    5 Stars
    February 24, 2025
    "I was treated with respect and concern for my situation. Dr Baumann has referred me to a specialist which says a lot of a doctor."
    4 Stars
    February 24, 2025
    "My appointment was suppose to be earlier in the month but got moved back for some reason. My appointment was at 1:30, I never left until 3:30. I realize I had a test to do, but shouldn't have to sit here for 2 hours. Next I needed a fields test. I have had these numerous times, but this time the young lady giving me the test was sick with a cold or flu. She had no business being there working. She wasn't wearing a mask. She putting a patch on my eye and trying to touch my face, that's not acceptable. I didn't come to the eye Dr to get sick. My wife needs surgery in a week. Be nice if I'm sick and can't take care of her or I give it to her. Do better. You don't even put masks out for people, but suggest everyone mask up."
    5 Stars
    February 20, 2025
    "Your preregistration of signing documents was terrible!"
    5 Stars
    February 19, 2025
    "I arrived 30 minutes early expecting to wait for appt time, but I was pleasantly surprised when they called me back 20 minutes early! They continually went above and beyond for me!"
    5 Stars
    February 19, 2025
    "Dr Baumann and staff did an excellant job."
    5 Stars
    February 17, 2025
    "Before I saw the doctor, I waited 45 minutes between the initial person and the doctor. I think that's too long and I think that it should be tightened up."
    5 Stars
    February 17, 2025
    "Dr. Baumann was very nice and he did a great job removing the cysts on my eye. I was happy with his work. Would highly recommend him to friends and family. His nurse was also very friendly and helpful. Thank you to both of them."
    5 Stars
    February 06, 2025
    "I've seen Dr. Baumann for years. Not only is he extremely competent, but he listens and doesn't patronize. Now that I'm older, some professionals tend to do that. I trust his medical knowledge."
    5 Stars
    February 05, 2025
    "Professionals with whom I interacted listened attentively to me about my condition, answered my questions, and provided me with all information I needed to solve my eye problem."
    5 Stars
    January 31, 2025
    "Very considerate and thoughtful...both doctor and his nurse."
    5 Stars
    January 22, 2025
    "Dr Baumann did extra testings to find out what was wrong. He did an excellent job. Great Doctor!!"
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