Roger Ott Jr, MD

Languages:

English

Specialties:

Surgery
Patient Rating
4.9 / 5 (493 Reviews)

Roger Ott Jr, MD, is a general surgeon at Medical Associates Clinic in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Ott provides a full spectrum of general surgery services.

Surgery Department

Locations

Credentials

Medical School

University of Iowa - College of Medicine - 1982

Residency

Surgery, Loyola University Hospitals, 1982 - 1987

Hospital Affiliations

  • MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
  • Ratings and Reviews

    Distribution

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    132 Comments
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    Question Rating Breakdown

    0.0
    "Seen By Provider In Timely Manner"
    4.9
    "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"
    4.9
    "Provider Would Recommend"
    4.9
    "Providers Courtesy and Respect"

    What Patients Are Saying

    5 Stars
    March 03, 2026
    "The registration and nurse were wonderful. The nurse scheduled my follow-up procedure to evaluate my esophagus. Doctor Ott is an excellent physician. His bedside manners are top notch. He explained everything well."
    5 Stars
    February 25, 2026
    "One of the most caring doctors I've been to!"
    5 Stars
    February 25, 2026
    "Dr. Roger Ott is a superior doctor. His knowledge and caring manner can't be beat."
    5 Stars
    February 24, 2026
    "Dr. Roger Ott is one of the most kind, caring, intelligent and skilled physicians it has ever been my privilege to be cared for by. He is a true asset to Medical Associates and our entire community. He staffs is also excellent. Thank you for the excellent care!"
    5 Stars
    January 29, 2026
    "I trust Dr. Ott implicitly. Besides that, he is always friendly and pleasant."
    5 Stars
    January 27, 2026
    "He is very gentle and very good at his job."
    5 Stars
    January 27, 2026
    "I have a long history with Dr.Ott and I am truly grateful for his ongoing care and level of expertise. There is no one I trust more than him to direct and provide my care during my breast cancer treatment."
    5 Stars
    January 27, 2026
    "Dr. Ott, Jr. and his staff are kind, caring and efficient. I always enjoy seeing them and feel I have excellent care."
    5 Stars
    January 27, 2026
    "Dr. Ott is great, he is a very compassionate doctor, makes me feel comfortable and listens to me."
    5 Stars
    January 27, 2026
    "Dr Ott is amazing. He is very thorough and knowledgeable"
    5 Stars
    January 27, 2026
    "Please be sure Doctor Ott gets to see this! Roger just wanted to let you know how much you are appreciated. I truly think you saved my life. If it wasn't for you being sure I was getting my mammograms done on time. I would not of found my mass. And with your help making some important decisions on the next steps. Thank you for all you have done and helped me through! Best Doctor ever!!!"
    5 Stars
    January 15, 2026
    "It is always a good experience. Everyone is very helpful always."
    5 Stars
    January 13, 2026
    "Everyone was wonderful!"
    5 Stars
    January 08, 2026
    "I was treated in a courteous respectful manner and very punctual."
    5 Stars
    January 07, 2026
    "I was nervous and. The provider was amazing however it was initial- before the procedure. I trust the provider after meeting him. Still need procedure. Going through this alone so this is a very important thing to me. I appreciate that the provider seems to want to out me at ease."
    5 Stars
    January 06, 2026
    "Loved in and out quickly"
    5 Stars
    January 06, 2026
    "Dr. Ott is very thorough and supports preventive health also. I totally trust him with my Healthcare. Very dedicated and knowledgeable Physician."
    5 Stars
    December 18, 2025
    "Not happy that xrays have to be sent outside MA to be read and having to wait for results."
    5 Stars
    December 16, 2025
    "Great experience. Dr explained future options"
    5 Stars
    December 16, 2025
    "Dr. Ott is a Gentle and Kind Man. Feeling Thankful."
    5 Stars
    December 16, 2025
    "Dr. Ott and his staff are the best. Always concerned and willing to take time to get to know you. Merry Christmas to all."
    5 Stars
    December 11, 2025
    "Dr Ott is very kind. I truly feel like he cares about what is best for me and my health. He listens and looks you in the eye. We are lucky to have him here in Dubuque."
    5 Stars
    December 11, 2025
    "Dr. Ott and his nurse Allie were very informative and professional."
    5 Stars
    December 10, 2025
    "I just wanna say what an excellent job Dr.Ott did. He's the first doctor that has actually listened to me and is starting to do something about my problem and I really appreciate it. His Nurse was a sweetheart Thank you again for helping me out."
    5 Stars
    December 09, 2025
    "Roger Ott is a very thorough doctor, very kind and courteous. I wouldn't change a thing. He's the best. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    December 09, 2025
    "Dr Roger Ott is an excellent surgeon and puts you at ease during follow up appointments,"
    5 Stars
    December 09, 2025
    "I was VERY satisfied."
    5 Stars
    December 02, 2025
    "Excellent"
    5 Stars
    December 02, 2025
    "Excellent physician, providing excellent care. Inspires great confidence."
    5 Stars
    December 02, 2025
    "Dr. Ott and his staff are always so very amazing. I hope he never retires ??"
    5 Stars
    November 25, 2025
    "Doctor Roger Ott is always very professional, kind and friendly. He is certainly an asset to medical associates. So lucky to have him at MA!"
    5 Stars
    November 20, 2025
    "I am always treated kindly"
    5 Stars
    November 19, 2025
    "My appointment with Dr. Ott was changed a couple times. It was not a big deal, but that's why I scored the one question lower."
    5 Stars
    November 19, 2025
    "Dr Ott Jr has been caring for me for years and has always been easy to talk to and I trust him in what he recommends for my care."
    5 Stars
    November 18, 2025
    "Excellent."
    5 Stars
    November 18, 2025
    "I felt the nurse was rushing through the process"
    5 Stars
    November 13, 2025
    "Thank you"
    5 Stars
    November 11, 2025
    "Dr Ott is a very professional doctor. He listens closely to everything I had to say and even questioned me about something he noticed that didn't have anything to do with what I was there for but was concerned about. I feel very relaxed and comfortable at my appointments with him."
    5 Stars
    November 11, 2025
    "Dr. Ott has a beautiful way of making me not worry about upcoming scans/tests and always listens to my concerns. He makes me feel comfortable."
    5 Stars
    November 05, 2025
    "My fist exposure. Inrp"
    5 Stars
    November 05, 2025
    "He was a caring physician"
    5 Stars
    November 04, 2025
    "Dr. Rodger Ott is excellent, as is his staff. I would highly recommend his services."
    5 Stars
    October 29, 2025
    "Always a very good experience..plenty of info as appointment goes on. Wveyone listens to questions and easily responds."
    5 Stars
    October 28, 2025
    "Dr. Roger Ott, Jr. has, over the many years he has helped me, has always been kind and thorough in making sure I understood his remarks. I've had every confidence that he, like his father, Dr. Roger Ott, Sr., was my best choice for general surgery. Thank you for your many years of care Doctor."
    5 Stars
    October 28, 2025
    "From check-in through check out, the process was smooth & professional."
    5 Stars
    October 28, 2025
    "I really like the check in where you register ahead and pay your copay. I wasn't even waiting 5 minutes and the nurse called me. Dr Ott Jr is very good about answering my questions."
    5 Stars
    October 23, 2025
    "Dr. Ott is an excellent doctor with an excellent staff that cares about their patients. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    October 23, 2025
    "Excellent appointment, Thank you for your care."
    5 Stars
    October 23, 2025
    "Very Professional!"
    5 Stars
    October 22, 2025
    "Provider very informative as well as rest of the staff."
    4 Stars
    October 16, 2025
    "Very professional and very courteous"
    5 Stars
    October 16, 2025
    "Doctor & his nurse very thorough and respectful. Felt informed."
    5 Stars
    October 15, 2025
    "Dr and nurses were very comforting and not rushed."
    5 Stars
    October 14, 2025
    "Dr Ott is always professional and listens to your concerns. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    October 14, 2025
    "Dr Ott is the best doctor so nice and takes time to listen to you , just like his dad was one of the best."
    5 Stars
    October 14, 2025
    "I've been a patient of Dr. Ott for many years and his dad before him. Always treats me in a pleasant and caring manor."
    5 Stars
    October 14, 2025
    "Dr. Ott impressively addressed my issue."
    5 Stars
    October 14, 2025
    "Dr. Ott Jr. was great! Did an awesome job at explaining everything and having a plan for next steps!"
    5 Stars
    October 14, 2025
    "Great"
    5 Stars
    October 02, 2025
    "Dr Roger Ott is always professional! He is kind, respectful and knowledgeable. In this age of difficulty getting prompt care, I am totally confident in his expertise"
    5 Stars
    October 02, 2025
    "Surgical department staff and Dr Ott are a fine oiled machine. Love 'em."
    5 Stars
    October 01, 2025
    "Dr Roger Ott is top notch."
    5 Stars
    September 30, 2025
    "Very happy with the appointment and staff!"
    5 Stars
    September 30, 2025
    "Dr Ott is always so nice and friendly. ?"
    5 Stars
    September 30, 2025
    "Every one was so nice to me, Dr Ott is such a kind person,So pleased with everyone ,"
    5 Stars
    September 30, 2025
    "Dr. Ott is a wonderful professional. He always listens and is kind"
    5 Stars
    September 18, 2025
    "I have appreciated the excellent care from my Surgeon, Dr. Ott, Jr., for a number of years during my Breast Cancer care. I am now 6 1/2 to 7 years out from this ordeal and no longer require his expert examinations and professional opinion as I'm progressing fine and therefore am being signed off to my general practitioner to take over further mammogram appointments and future check-ups."
    5 Stars
    September 18, 2025
    "Dr. Ott has been so wonderful to me for the past 5 years. Doctors like him rarely exist anymore. I no longer have to see him since I am out 5 years since he performed my mastectomy. I will miss him terribly."
    5 Stars
    September 18, 2025
    "Dr. Roger Ott is a gem!"
    5 Stars
    September 17, 2025
    "Dr Ott Jr is a professional, kind gentleman. He is obviously a scholar in his profession."
    5 Stars
    September 16, 2025
    "Dr Ott is always professional but very compassionate"
    5 Stars
    September 16, 2025
    "Dr Ott is the best."
    5 Stars
    September 09, 2025
    "I wish I would've been referred to Dr Ott to begin with. He made me feel so mich more comfortable with my breast situation. Felt creeped out by the previous provider."
    5 Stars
    September 09, 2025
    "Explained everything as the surgery went along. Very relaxed atmosphere."
    5 Stars
    September 04, 2025
    "He's a wonderful Dr. He makes me feel comfortable during the appointment. Thank you Dr. Ott."
    5 Stars
    September 04, 2025
    "Alway very friendly and explains inf thoroughly..and alway listens to you"
    5 Stars
    August 21, 2025
    "Best doctor"
    5 Stars
    August 21, 2025
    "Dr. Ott took me as a patient even though I was from the Quadcities in Davenport, Iowa. He treated me with dignity and respect as a new patient. I highly respect him as a physician."
    5 Stars
    August 20, 2025
    "Dr. Ott. is one of the kindest, most caring, and gentle doctors I've ever been to."
    5 Stars
    August 19, 2025
    "Great experience. I know Dr. Ott is meticulous and dedicated to ensuring my continued good health."
    5 Stars
    August 19, 2025
    "Courteous, efficient, friendly, informative"
    5 Stars
    August 19, 2025
    "Dr. Ott is awesome. His nurses are too; however they didn't tell me their names. It would be nice if they told patients their names so we can give them the recognition they deserve as well."
    5 Stars
    August 14, 2025
    "Dr. Ott is one of the most wonderful and kind human beings there is. I am so grateful that he was able to take me on as a patient a few years ago. He carefully listens to any concerns and comments I mention, explains scenarios, and is so thorough. The gratitude I have for him is immeasurable."
    5 Stars
    August 13, 2025
    "Always like going to the surgery dept.everyone from reception to nurses to dr ott arexall terrific and very professional"
    5 Stars
    August 12, 2025
    "I had a very good experience today - and would highly recommend Dr Ott and his staff to anyone looking for excellent medical care"
    5 Stars
    August 12, 2025
    "Love Dr. Ott - he's always great!!"
    5 Stars
    July 30, 2025
    "Dr Roger Ott is the best!"
    5 Stars
    July 30, 2025
    "Dr. Ott was kind and reassuring. He explained the proceedure needed and made sure my husband and I understood."
    5 Stars
    July 29, 2025
    "Dr Ott very professional knowledgeable and polite"
    4 Stars
    July 29, 2025
    "The consultation appointment was rescheduled 3 or 4 times with as many different providers before I came in 7/29. The nurse or MA who was assigned to go over pre-operative instructions with me, was interrupted during the explanation process and asked to attend a different patient. Another MA or nurse came in and tried to pick up where she left off and was very mechanical and didn't give me the impression she cared much about being in the room with the task at hand."
    5 Stars
    July 24, 2025
    "Dr Ott Jr. is simply the best"
    5 Stars
    July 24, 2025
    "Gal at the front desk seemed to be training. Very pleasant and courteous. Nurse held a conversation and very sweet. Walked me through procedure. Doctor was also very nice and explained things as he went. Was in and out in record time. Appreciated that he was looking out for me."
    4 Stars
    July 23, 2025
    "I am unsatisfied with the amount of time it takes to get testing and results for abnormal mammograms. I waited 2 weeks from my first mammogram to get additional views and an ultrasound. Then waited another 8 days for the follow up with the Dr. How very stressful and terrifying that was for me. I know I'm not the only one that has happened to. Could anything be done about the wait time. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    July 23, 2025
    "Dr Ott and nurse Holly were both extremely professional."
    5 Stars
    July 23, 2025
    "Really appreciate the good care I receive from Dr. Ott, and his team! Very professional, knowledgeable and always willing to listen and address any questions I might have!"
    5 Stars
    July 22, 2025
    "The experience was fine. All the text messages were a pain dealing with"
    5 Stars
    July 17, 2025
    "Dr Ott is great!"
    5 Stars
    July 17, 2025
    "I want to thank DR. Ott for all the good care he gave me while going to him. He is such a wonderful and dedicated Dr. I had total trust in him."
    5 Stars
    July 16, 2025
    "Yes, I, my experience in the last 20 years with Medical Associates has been just a wonderful experience with excellent, excellent staff and care and what a team and I feel so very privileged to have been served by Medical Associates and my physicians and nurses, thank you."
    5 Stars
    July 16, 2025
    "Dr Ott was very compassionate, thoughtful, asked me a lot of questions to gain a better understanding of my situation. He also explained things very well, as far as possible procedures and my current situation."
    5 Stars
    June 19, 2025
    "Dr. Ott always listens carefully and answers questions I may have."
    5 Stars
    June 18, 2025
    "Love all things team Dr Ott ??"
    5 Stars
    June 18, 2025
    "Dr. Ott took the time to discuss the procedure and my situation with me in great detail. He was kind and attentive to my concerns, and his nurse, Shyla, was lovely."
    5 Stars
    June 17, 2025
    "Wonderful and thorough treatment and care with Dr. OTT JR. He follows through and checks for understanding and listens to the patient's concerns. Highly recommend this surgeon!"
    5 Stars
    June 17, 2025
    "So much compassion from Dr Ott and his staff"
    5 Stars
    June 12, 2025
    "The cancellations of my annual appointment was frustrating."
    5 Stars
    June 10, 2025
    "Dr Roger Ott is an excellent surgeon. He has a very caring manner and I would recommend him to family or friends."
    5 Stars
    June 10, 2025
    "Love Dr. Lott. His assistant was very helpful and kind."
    5 Stars
    June 04, 2025
    "Great Dr"
    5 Stars
    June 03, 2025
    "Always a pleasant experience."
    5 Stars
    June 03, 2025
    "Appreciate Dr. Ott's expertise."
    5 Stars
    June 03, 2025
    "No matter what nurse is with Dr Ott, they are so nice, answer all my questions and are quick to cover me after my exam"
    5 Stars
    June 03, 2025
    "Fantastic experience and expertise!"
    5 Stars
    May 29, 2025
    "Dr Ott is so kind and caring. I feel well cared for and that my health matters. We are lucky to have him here in Dubuque."
    5 Stars
    May 28, 2025
    "Yes, I just want to say that Dr. Ott is a very nice doctor and I enjoy going to him and his staff is very cordial too. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    May 28, 2025
    "Dr Ott and the team provided outstanding care. I appreciate it very much."
    5 Stars
    May 28, 2025
    "Dr Ott Jr was very kind & respectful. He answered my questions & didn't rush through our appt."
    5 Stars
    May 28, 2025
    "I would like to thank Dr. Ott Jr. for his compassionate care and providing me with great medical advice as I move through this process. His nurse, Shila, was very kind and compassionate as well. So appreciate the Medical Associates staff. Thank you."
    5 Stars
    May 27, 2025
    "Dr. Ott has provided wonderful care to me. I have complete confidence in his skill and ability to diagnose whatever I have had."
    5 Stars
    May 22, 2025
    "Always a thorough and informative visit."
    5 Stars
    May 14, 2025
    "It went very smoothly"
    5 Stars
    May 13, 2025
    "Dr Ott always makes me feel comfortable and cared for. Excellent doctor"
    5 Stars
    May 08, 2025
    "Dr Ott, Jr is very nice and informative. We loved having him guide us through the melanoma procedure and follow up."
    5 Stars
    May 07, 2025
    "The wait in the room was about 15 minutes. I would have preferred to wait in the waiting room instead of sitting in a room staring at the walls on a exam table."
    5 Stars
    May 06, 2025
    "I waited 45 minutes from the time the doctor came in after my appointment was my appointment was 1:10 and he came in at 1:52. I don't think this is acceptable maybe he had an emergency but a nurse or someone could have come in and said to me I'm sorry we're running behind I was about to leave I thought they forgot me thank you"
    5 Stars
    May 06, 2025
    "Dr. Ott is one of my favorite doctors and he is always charming and charismatic, he listens to my concerns. He is amazing!"
    5 Stars
    May 06, 2025
    "He always gives me a prompt exam and is always very polite. He answers my questions. I feel very comfortable in his care."
    5 Stars
    May 06, 2025
    "I was very satisfied with my visit with Dr. Ott today. He is kind, knowledgeable and willing to answer questions."
    5 Stars
    May 05, 2025
    "I am so happy with my appts. Dr. Ott and the nurse Holly have been great. It has all been moving along so much faster than I would have ever expected. Thanks for having Dr. Ott there for me and others."
    5 Stars
    April 29, 2025
    "Dr Ott, Jr is the BEST! I put my trust in him, always listens with compassion and his expertise, always answers any questions I may have."
    5 Stars
    April 23, 2025
    "Dr Ott and staff were very professional"
    5 Stars
    April 23, 2025
    "Thanks to Dr and staff for all their work to make appointment professional and pleasant!"
    5 Stars
    April 23, 2025
    "Dr. Ott is awesome."
    5 Stars
    April 23, 2025
    "Dr Ott and his nurses are always so kind and helpful! Thank you!"
    5 Stars
    April 22, 2025
    "Always a good visit with Dr Roger Ott jr, he really does care about my health and well being."
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