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Carol Menke, PA-C

Certified Physician Assistant
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Carol Menke completed her Physician Assistant training program at the University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences in Des Moines in 1997. She then finished her Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She worked for five years in family practice prior to joining Cleveland Dermatology in 2002. She is an active member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Iowa Physician Assistant Society.

Undergraduate Degree
University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences - Des Moines, IA

Graduate Degree
University of Nebraska Medical Center - Omaha, NE

Schedule an appointment with Carol Menke at these locations:

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Forefront Dermatology

407 S White St Suite 27
Mount Pleasant, IA 52641

(319) 752-1805

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

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Forefront Dermatology

1225 S Gear Ave Ste 252
West Burlington, IA 52655

(319) 752-1805

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

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What Carol's patients have to say:

Google Reviews • Forefront

Carol Menke pa-c is one we don't see often anymore in our health care . She always walks into the room and greets you with a huge smile and is so compassionate to your needs and wants and you never feel like you are just being rushed out of your appt . We really need more medical staff like her from your receptionist to the drs and everyone in between that really care about your medical needs as she does 🤗

Google Reviews • Forefront

Carol and her team go above and beyond each and every time. Whether it's a routine check up or for any other issue, she takes the time to listen, examine and treat as needed. I would highly recommend Forefront Dermatology.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Carol and her entire staff are extremely supportive, always pleasant to work with and Carols way of practicing is always very patient oriented - which is so very important! I would highly recommend her and Kristen (both whom performed medical procedures on me) extremely knowledgeable, precise and they listen to you and work with you in order to get you the best possible care and outcome. Never a long wait, Dr. Carol will be retiring within a year i believe, so I will miss her VERY much but she’s already helped me figure out a new provider who she highly recommends. She in my opinion, goes above and beyond if needed. I look forward to working with her until she leaves and I trust that she’ll be leaving me in good hands with the remaining staff.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Carol is a phenomenal provider. She will be missed!

Google Reviews • Forefront

I am so sad Carol is retiring. She is very thorough in her exams and is interested in everything you say. She is one of the people who talk the talk and walk the walk

Google Reviews • Forefront

Carol Menke is one of a kind!! Most caring, compassionate, understanding person ever!!! She listens to all your concerns with genuine interest. She will be immensely missed when she retires…..

Google Reviews • Forefront

I have been taking my derm problems to Carol for approx 15-20 yrs and she has the solution each & every time! And she is so easy to deal with.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Always friendly, professional service!

Google Reviews • Forefront

Carol Menke is great!

Google Reviews • Forefront

She is great!

Google Reviews • Forefront

Wonderful staff.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Carol Menke is the ultimate professional, explaining everything as she goes. she is an exemplary doctor on your staff.

Google Reviews • Forefront

The best place to go. Everyone is so nice. Carol is the best. She makes you feel comfortable and has a great personality. She will be missed when she retires.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Carol is always SO amazing! Her attitude is contagious.

Google Reviews • Forefront

As always it was almost fun girls were great & very helpful

Google Reviews • Forefront

As always, everyone in the office was very nice. Carol is always very friendly, efficient and responsive to questions and concerns.

Google Reviews • Forefront

I was able to get in on a cancellation for my skin scan. Hardly any wait after check in and in the exam room. Carol was very thorough in her exam and answered all My concerns. She will be missed when she retires!

Google Reviews • Forefront

Always listens to concerns!

Google Reviews • Forefront

Carol is always professional, and easy to talk to,

Google Reviews • Forefront

Carol is personable. Just love her.