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Look to Garrett Sterk, DO, for expert and compassionate care for the entire family. He practices the spectrum of primary care services at Avera Medical Group Sibley in Sibley, IA.

He’s honored to work for Avera, where he feels free to practice how he sees is in your best interest, and where he can live his faith as opportunity allows.

Expert Care in Family Medicine

Dr. Sterk personalizes his primary care services to your needs. Schedule an appointment for:

  • Immunizations
  • Health screenings for general wellness, school, sports, military or DOT
  • Sports medicine
  • Internal medicine/geriatric care
  • Post-surgery care
  • Laboratory services, stress tests and X-rays
  • OMT (Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy)
  • Well Child Checks

He’s especially passionate about geriatric care. “My first job was being a CNA, so I have a heart for older adults,” Dr. Sterk said. “I get to help them live a fulfilling life and learn more about how their perspectives and priorities changed over their life.”

Active Lifestyle

Dr. Sterk enjoys spending time with wife and family. He also likes exploring theology and history. You can often find him enjoying the outdoors — either playing sports or gardening.

Experience

Education

Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine – Kirksville, MO, Medical School

Residency

Sioux Falls Family Medicine Residency – Sioux Falls, SD, Family Medicine

Professional Memberships

Iowa Academy of Family Physicians

AAPS

IOMA (Iowa Osteopathic Medical Association)

Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine 

ImPACT Credentialed Consultant

Reviews

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August 22, 2024
Dr Sterk and nurse were for helpful and listened and didn't make me feel rushed to get in and out
August 16, 2024
Dr Sterk was also very thorough and pleasant. He answered all our questions.
August 12, 2024
Good experience
August 11, 2024
I am very happy with the Doctor and have made him my primary physician.
August 02, 2024
Very professional
August 01, 2024
Great experience!
July 27, 2024
Good
July 25, 2024
Good
July 22, 2024
My first time with Dr Sterk and I really enjoyed his demeanor. He was very easy to speak with, a truly nice guy!
July 06, 2024
Dr.Sterk was very good and explained everything
July 05, 2024
Excellent. Dr
July 04, 2024
Dr Sterk has a great personality makes a patient feel totally comfortable. Great asset to have him in Sibley!
May 24, 2024
Dr Sterk is very caring and explains everything very well ! He is a great doctor and we are lucky to have him in Sibley!
May 23, 2024
Appreciate how seriously Dr Sterk listened to my questions about my experience and how I was feeling.
May 15, 2024
He listened
May 10, 2024
Dr. Sterk is always willing to answer concerns I have.
April 24, 2024
First time seeing Dr Sterk and I was very impressed.
April 09, 2024
Dr. Sterk was very caring and knowledgeable and listened to my concerns.
March 08, 2024
Dr. Sterk is very professional, yet light hearted and easy to speak with. He listens very well and explains procedures and upcoming visits, why, what we are doing and what to expect for results.
March 05, 2024
Very professional work by the provider
February 28, 2024
Dr. Garrett is a fantastic doctor. He is knowledgeable about the conditions I have and how to best treat them.
January 19, 2024
Very happy with the doctor
December 06, 2023
All good
November 24, 2023
Excellent doctor. Enjoyed seeing him
November 23, 2023
5 star
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