Pediatric Care | Ames, IA - Mary Greeley Medical Center
Pediatrics • Ames, IA • Since 1916
About
Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, IA is a 220-bed regional hospital serving central Iowa (14-county area, with a primary six-county focus). It offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pediatric and family services, and recently earned Baby-Friendly designation. The center provides pediatric-related care within its broad services including obstetrics and neonatal support, but the page highlights its overall hospital services rather than a dedicated pediatric department. Key details: - Location: Ames, Iowa; HQ at 1111 Duff Ave, Ames - Services: broad hospital services with pediatric/child-health support as part of obstetrics, newborn care, and general inpatient/outpatient care - Affiliation: collaborates with McFarland Clinic and regional providers - Status: private, nonprofit, not government-funded; governed by a five-member Board of Trustees - Contact: main phone 515-239-2011; additional 515-239-2168 - Baby-Friendly designation: recently redesignated as a Baby-Friendly hospital (as of 2026-06-19) If you’re specifically seeking pediatric care options, Mary Greeley provides pediatric-related services within its hospital system and is a recognized Baby-Friendly facility, indicating strong newborn and infant care practices. For exact pediatric departments, specialists, or appointment details, consider contacting the hospital or visiting mgmc.org.
Clinic Type
Pediatrics
Address
Ames, IA
Phone
5152392011
yourhealth.medicalrecords@mgmc.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What is the Pediatrics Unit at Mary Greeley Medical Center?
A family-friendly, kid-focused unit located on the same floor as Birthways, with pediatric hospitalists for immediate and comprehensive care.
Make an Appointment
Schedule your appointment with a primary care physician or specialist.
Talk to a Nurse
First Nurse to speak with a medical professional and get advice during non-business hours, including weekends and holidays.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
Patients praise
- Professional, friendly, and kind staff on specific units (e.g., 4th floor, pediatric isolation)
- Positive experiences with specialized care such as surgical procedures and labor and delivery
- Efforts by staff to provide compassionate, personalized support to patients and their families
- Clean and comfortable hospital facilities
Common complaints
- Long wait times in the emergency room
- Perceived lack of compassion or responsiveness from some staff members
- Communication issues, particularly regarding test results or care plans
- Negative experiences with hospital administration or billing policies
Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Destinee Schmitz, MD Joins Ames Pediatrics | Extraordinary Health - News & Information | McFarland Clinic — Aug 15, 2025
- Jessica Brown — Jun 30, 2026
- Lauren Haraus — Mar 5, 2026
- ChildServe Launches Psychiatry Service - ChildServe — Sep 3, 2025
- Iowa State, Mary Greeley partnering to build a nurse training center, employee housing. — Jul 11, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More pediatrics clinics in Ames
McFarland Clinic is Iowa’s largest physician-owned multi-specialty clinic, serving Ames, Marshalltown, and surrounding communities. It offers pediatrics among its 200+ providers across 27 offices in central Iowa, with over one million patient visits annually. The Ames and Marshalltown locations provide pediatric care within a broad network that covers family medicine, internal medicine, dermatology, and many other specialties. McFarland Clinic is privately held, founded in 1946, and headquartered in Ames, IA. Key locations relevant to pediatric care in Ames and Marshalltown include: - Ames: 1111 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010; 3500 University Blvd, Suite 101, Ames, IA 50010 - Marshalltown: 802 S Center St, Marshalltown, IA 50158; 421 E Merle Hibbs Blvd, Marshalltown, IA 50158 If you’re seeking pediatric-focused providers or appointment options in Ames or Marshalltown, McFarland Clinic offers multi-specialty pediatric care within its physician-owned network. For careers or specific pediatric services, see their site sections on Pediatrics and Careers.
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