Tara Holste, DO

Languages:

English

Specialties:

Infertility and Obstetrics & Gynecology
Patient Rating
4.9 / 5 (242 Reviews)

Tara Holste, DO, is an obstetrics, gynecology, and infertility physician at Medical Associates Clinic in Dubuque, Iowa. Dr. Holste offers complete obstetrical care for high-risk and normal pregnancies, routine health services including annual examinations and PAP testing, and birth control counseling. She also provides the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting the female reproductive system, including infertility. 

Obstetrics, Gynecology & Infertility Department

Locations

Credentials

Medical School

Kansas City University of Medicine and BioSciences - 2008

Residency

Obstetrics & Gynecology, Geisinger Medical Center, 2009 - 2012

Hospital Affiliations

  • MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
  • Ratings and Reviews

    Distribution

    5
    67 Comments
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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"
    4.9
    "Provider Would Recommend"
    4.9
    "Providers Courtesy and Respect"

    What Patients Are Saying

    5 Stars
    January 06, 2026
    "Dr. Holste and her nurses are ALWAYS so welcoming, friendly, respectful, and knowledgeable."
    5 Stars
    December 12, 2025
    "Di Bagby it's always very helpful and friendly as well as Dr. Holste. Like them both."
    5 Stars
    November 17, 2025
    "This was my first time seeing Dr. Holste. She took the time to talk with me about my concerns and made a plan for me moving ahead. I feel confident in our plan, she explained things thoroughly and gave me a lot of good asvice."
    5 Stars
    November 10, 2025
    "I always look forward to my yearly physical with Dr.Holste. She always listens to my concerns and wants to make sure my health is on the right track. Would recommended her to anyone looking for a OB/GYN provider."
    5 Stars
    November 07, 2025
    "The doctor and nurses were extremely respectful and curtious. They fit me in same day as I called in. The only downfall was the pharmacy didn't have the prescription and it took a lot of calls faxes, and time to get it switched to what was available. I know everyone is busy, but that was unfortunate with a patient in pain on a Friday afternoon."
    5 Stars
    November 07, 2025
    "All were very helpful and pleasant and answered my questions thoroughly."
    5 Stars
    October 24, 2025
    "Dr. Listened to my concerns and took them under consideration"
    5 Stars
    October 16, 2025
    "Dr. Tara was very informative and it was really a good conversation. It is up to me to decide"
    5 Stars
    October 16, 2025
    "I always go to this clinic, doctors and staff are always so helpful and efficient. Friendly staff"
    5 Stars
    October 14, 2025
    "Great experience! I was able to get in the day after I called due to a cancellation. The staff had my chart noted and called me within a couple hours of my first contact saying that they had a couple of openings with a doctor that I was told didn't have anything available until November or December. The nurse was great and Dr. Holste was absolutely excellent and put my mind at ease with the concerns I was coming to be seen for! Thank you!"
    5 Stars
    October 14, 2025
    "I was in search of a new OB/GYN as mine had retired. Was very pleased this provider was recommended to me. She was very kind, considerate and listened to me and answered my many questions."
    5 Stars
    October 14, 2025
    "Provider and nursing staff were very friendly and the wait time was not long at all."
    5 Stars
    October 13, 2025
    "The nurse was amazing! She was very thoughtful. She listened to everything and shared concerns with the doctor."
    5 Stars
    October 13, 2025
    "I appreciated the time and support of the staff today to help answer and explain all my questions ect. Very nice and polite. I definitely would recommend!"
    5 Stars
    October 03, 2025
    "Kind, gentle, a listening ear"
    1 Stars
    October 03, 2025
    "I have been so impressed and felt so cared for by my typical doctor, Dr. O'Donnell. Yesterday, I saw Dr. Holste. I felt unheard when sharing my concerns, dismissed, and my wishes were not honored. When I asked a question, she responded, "I don't know. I just met you." Her responses were short and dismissive. I would not recommend this provider to another pregnant woman."
    5 Stars
    October 02, 2025
    "Everyone was very nice and respectful."
    5 Stars
    October 02, 2025
    "This was my first appointment with Dr Holste and I found her to be thorough, efficient and warm. I also appreciated (and have always appreciated) the assistant, [REDACTED]"
    5 Stars
    September 29, 2025
    "Doctor Holste is amazing and makes me feel so at ease with whatever it is that I'm in for."
    5 Stars
    September 25, 2025
    "staff caring, listened to me, provided explanations, made sure I understood all information. I felt I received excellent care"
    5 Stars
    September 24, 2025
    "Dr. Holste and her staff are the best!!"
    5 Stars
    September 08, 2025
    "Dr. Holste is fantastic and always listens to everything I need and offers support when needed."
    5 Stars
    August 27, 2025
    "Dr. Holste let me keep my old nexplanon implant. Love it! The take away for me is "Be weird, be entertaining, and you get to keep the thing thats been in your body for 5yrs." Haha!"
    5 Stars
    August 27, 2025
    "Dr. Holste is a gem."
    5 Stars
    August 26, 2025
    "Dr Holste and nurse DI went over and above to meet my needs!"
    5 Stars
    August 25, 2025
    "Dr. Holste is one of the most caring doctors that I have ever met. Would highly recommend her!"
    5 Stars
    August 18, 2025
    "Dr Tara Holste and her assistant were very caring and I appreciated the care they gave me."
    5 Stars
    August 18, 2025
    "Dr. Holste felt so bad that she was running behind schedule - she is too notch and did all she could with the schedule. She took the time for me even though I know she felt rushed She is amazing and we are fortunate to have her!!!"
    5 Stars
    August 15, 2025
    "Dr. Holste is always genuinely kind and compassionate. She is thorough and I believe is truly vested in my health. Thank you Dr. Holste!"
    5 Stars
    August 12, 2025
    "My first appointment w Doc Holste. She is absolutely wonderful. Very professional, kind and caring. He staff could not have been kinder. I will certainly recommend her to everyone. So happy she is my doc."
    5 Stars
    August 06, 2025
    "Dr Holste is a very caring /compassionate Doctor. Glad to have her on my medical team."
    5 Stars
    August 06, 2025
    "Dr Holste and Di were amazing. Dr Holste explained things in detail which eased my anxiety. Di is absolutely amazing, she is so kind and you can talk she really cares about every patient."
    5 Stars
    August 06, 2025
    "Love seeing Dr Holste, she is always so genuine and cares."
    5 Stars
    August 05, 2025
    "I was nervous about a new provider after having [REDACTED] most of my life, but Dr Holste was great! She listened to my concerns and I felt very comfortable talking with her. [REDACTED] recommended her as my new provider, and I think she made a good choice."
    5 Stars
    August 04, 2025
    "All of the staff members I interacted with today were super friendly and helpful. Felt very welcomed and heard by all!"
    5 Stars
    July 29, 2025
    "She listened to concerns and talks about wants to change them. She didn't rush out or brush me off."
    5 Stars
    July 28, 2025
    "I really appreciated Dr Holste explaining my options and making sure I understood them. Our conversation really helped me as much as what medication/treatment we'll go forward with."
    3 Stars
    July 28, 2025
    "I think the nurse/provider got something wrong in my chart. She asked if I was still taking zofran...but I have never taken zofran for this pregnancy. I didn't have any n/v during this pregnancy so I'm not sure this was the right chart."
    5 Stars
    July 25, 2025
    "The nurses and doctor were very attentive and efficient."
    5 Stars
    July 24, 2025
    "Dr. Holste did an amazing job with my IUD replacement. It barely hurt at all and I was able to go back to work afterwards."
    5 Stars
    July 23, 2025
    "Dr. Tara Holste was very king and considerate. I felt very comfortable with her and I felt like she cared about me. She explained everything and put my fears at ease."
    5 Stars
    July 23, 2025
    "Dr. Holste and her team of nurses provide the most caring and knowledgeable care!"
    5 Stars
    July 18, 2025
    "Experienced, knowledgeable and compassionate professional. Dr. Holste knows her patients, she cares deeply and works to provide the very best care. Dr. Holste is extremely knowledgeable and helps patients (me) make educated decisions."
    5 Stars
    July 18, 2025
    "I can not speak highly enough about Dr Holste. She is so understanding and knows your history. I will never go to anyone else."
    5 Stars
    July 17, 2025
    "Dr. Holste is the best! She makes you feel like your her only patient, she listens to you, reassures you, and she is sympathetic."
    5 Stars
    July 15, 2025
    "Dr Holste is a wonderful provider and has a very good personality. I wish all my providers had the compassion she has."
    5 Stars
    July 08, 2025
    "Dr. Holste makes you feel very comfortable and listens to what you have to say and explains things well."
    5 Stars
    June 20, 2025
    "Tara Holste is so kind and sweet."
    5 Stars
    June 13, 2025
    "This provider was ver youthful and considerate"
    5 Stars
    June 09, 2025
    "Tara Holste was polite and answered all my questions and discussed my concerns in a respectful manner"
    5 Stars
    May 29, 2025
    "I had a pretty difficult diagnosis and Dr. Holste provided great care and compassion throughout it all along with her entire team."
    5 Stars
    May 28, 2025
    "Tara Holste and her nurse Diana (i think that's her name?) did a wonderful job. They made my transfer to a new doctor comfortable. Diana was very good explaining the procedure before the appointment. They were both very helpful in answering my questions and understood the questions I asked! Their knowledge was reassuring."
    5 Stars
    May 23, 2025
    "Great experience!"
    5 Stars
    May 19, 2025
    "Holste was incredible. So calming and understanding. She truly listened"
    5 Stars
    May 06, 2025
    "Dr Holste is an amazing doctor! I would recommend her to anyone!"
    5 Stars
    May 01, 2025
    "Always a great experience"
    5 Stars
    April 24, 2025
    "Good listener. Comprehensive in her explanation regarding my problem."
    5 Stars
    April 18, 2025
    "I appreciate Dr. Holste's kind, patient, and understanding approach to treatment. She doesn't rush the appointment and seems to deeply value her connection with her patients."
    5 Stars
    April 01, 2025
    "I am so grateful to have her for my doctor!"
    5 Stars
    March 26, 2025
    "Dr. Holste always takes time to listen to any questions I might have and helps ease any anxiety that comes with it. She is a true gem."
    4 Stars
    March 24, 2025
    "I think the provider and nurses in this department are wonderful. However, I think that the appointment length is too short. The appointment feels rushed and I can tell the staff are apologetic that they have to move on, but I think it's worth considering adding at least 15 minutes to each appointment to be sure everything can be covered thoroughly."
    5 Stars
    March 12, 2025
    "Very kind and supportive throughout my entire appointment that was scheduled same day. Was confident in the care received for myself and baby."
    5 Stars
    March 11, 2025
    "Dr Holste was attentive to my needs. She made suggestions for my comfort and care. I felt cared for and important as we conversed. I came away knowing I had a plan to help hasten my recovery."
    5 Stars
    March 11, 2025
    "Everyone was friendly,easy to talk to and friendly"
    5 Stars
    March 05, 2025
    "I appreciated that everyone listened to me and answered all of my questions. They were very thorough."
    5 Stars
    February 25, 2025
    "First appointment with Dr. Holste. She was very professional and had a nice bed side manner."
    5 Stars
    February 24, 2025
    "I felt very comfortable throughout the entire process"
    5 Stars
    February 24, 2025
    "All good"
    5 Stars
    February 18, 2025
    "Dr. Tara Holste is an excellent doctor. I would recommend her to anybody that's having a baby or needs extra care. She listens and she's very courteous and very thoughtful."
    5 Stars
    February 18, 2025
    "Dr. Holste is amazing! She listens to me & I know she has my best interest at heart!"
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