
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infants (ages 0-18 months)
- Toddlers (ages 18 months – 3)
- Children (ages 4 - 11)
- Adolescents (ages 12-18)
- Adults (ages 19 - 65)
- Geriatrics (>65)
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Brian C. Gartrell
Brian C. Gartrell, MD, is a family medicine doctor at Methodist Physicians Clinic Risen Son. He attended medical school at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where he also completed his family medicine residency training.
Dr. Gartrell has always had a desire to help others, so as a young boy, it was no question that he would one day pursue a career in the medical field. He kickstarted his profession early on by shadowing doctors in his hometown, finding immense fulfillment through his interactions with many different families. Now a family medicine physician, he strives to build relationships rooted in trust with each of his patients.
In his free time, Dr. Gartrell enjoys spending time with his family. He also enjoys enriching his mind and staying active by reading books and working out.
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Locations
- Methodist Physicians Clinic - Risen Son
- 1001 Risen Son Boulevard, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
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- phone: 712-256-8600
Expertise
Education
- Residency: University of Nebraska-Omaha, College of Medicine, 2018
- Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, 2014
- Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2009
Board Certifications
- Family Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine, 2018
Insurance
- Advanced Medical Pricing Solutions
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare Assure Premier (HMO D-SNP)
- Aetna Medicare Eagle (HMO)
- Aetna Medicare Premier (HMO)
- Aetna Medicare Premier (PPO)
- Aetna Medicare SmartFit (HMO)
- Aetna Medicare SmartFit (PPO)
- Aetna Medicare Value Plus (HMO)
- Aetna Meritain
- Aetna NHN
- Aetna Signature Administrators
- Ambetter Health
- American Health Plans of Iowa ISNP
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Access (PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Connect (PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Core (HMO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Medicare Advantage Secure (PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska NEtwork Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Network Blue Heartland Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Premier Select Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Premier Select Blue Choice Heartland Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska Select Blue Choice
- Carelon Behavioral Health (MJE Only)
- Coventry Workers' Compensation
- Elite Choice
- First Health
- HealthSmart PPO
- HealthSmart Workers' Compensation
- Humana Full Access (PPO)
- Humana Gold Plus (HMO)
- Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE (HMO D-SNP)
- Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO)
- HumanaChoice (PPO)
- HumanaChoice Giveback (PPO)
- Immanuel Pathways PACE IA
- Immanuel Pathways PACE NE
- Iowa Total Care IA Medicaid
- Medica Choice National (PPO)
- Medica Elevate
- Medica Insure
- Medica Medicare Advantage Solution
- Medica Medicare Cost Prime Solution
- Midlands Choice Network
- Midwest Alliance Network
- Molina IA Medicaid
- Molina IA Medicare Advantage
- Molina NE Medicaid
- Molina NE Medicare Advantage
- MultiPlan (PHCS not Included)
- Nebraska Furniture Mart - Centivo TPA
- Nebraska Total Care NE Medicaid
- NX Health Network (dba Valenz Access)
- O'Hara Workers' Compensation
- Progyny (participating providers: Carolyn Doherty, Christopher Corder, John Bishay, Jusdson Davies, Brett Hill, Jon Morton)
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare AARP MA Essentials from UHC NE-3 (HMO)
- United Healthcare AARP MA Extras from UHC NE-5 (HMO)
- United Healthcare AARP MA from UHC NE-0002 (PPO)
- United Healthcare AARP MA Patriot No Rx NE-MA01 (PPO)
- United Healthcare Allsavers
- United Healthcare Core
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S001 (HMO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S002 (PPO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-S003 (HMO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Dual Complete NE-V001 (HMO D-SNP)
- United Healthcare Group MA (HMO)
- United Healthcare Group MA (PPO)
- United Healthcare NE Individual Exchange Benefit Plan
- United Healthcare NE Medicaid
- United Healthcare Nexus ACO
- United Healthcare of the River Valley
- United Healthcare Optum VA CCN
- United Healthcare Surest
- Wellcare Medicare Advantage
- Wellmark Blue (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue (PPO)
- Wellmark Alliance Select (PPO)
- Wellmark Blue Access (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Advantage (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Choice (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage (HMO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage (PPO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage Avera (PPO)
- Wellmark Blue Medicare Advantage Enhanced (PPO)
- Wellmark Classic Blue (PPO)
- Wellmark IA Hawk-I (HMO)
- Wellpoint IA Medicaid
- Wellpoint Medicare Advantage DSNP
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
472 ratings, 51 reviewsThe Patient Experience Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients who are treated in outpatient or hospital settings may receive different surveys that are not included in this Patient Experience Rating. The volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
My experience at this clinic and interaction with receptionists, nurse and the physician could not be improved. I was made to feel I was the patient of the day. My health issues/concerns were addressed professionally and I received the medical advice and care necessary.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
Dr Gartrell is a kind, caring Dr. Never rushes and always listens to what I'm concerned with. He's a great Dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
Dr. Gartrell is a very good doctor, which explains why so many of our relatives also see him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Very good experience. Professional, straight forward and seem truly to care about patient outcomes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Dr. Gartrell was amazing during thus first visit!He lead guided information/ recommendations/ explanations without being overbearing or pushy- I loved his bedside personality. I am relieved to have him become my PCP--- you feel like he is working WITH you !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2025
Dr G cares!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Excellent Dr. Shows empathy about your problems and explains things very thoroughly and in terms you can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Dr Gartrell is an excellent doctor for my father
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
Dr. Gartrell is very caring and understands my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2025
Dr. Gartrell is excellent. He listens intently as well as he is willing to work with me on my issues. I have had other doctors who would simply dismiss what I had to say.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr Gartell is the best doctor I have had in my 72 years. He really cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Dr. Gartrell is great. He cares for his patients and listens
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Excellent care provider. Not rushed, answered all questions, made good suggestions for me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2025
Dr. Gartrell is very good at listening to my opinions and then offering his solutions. I never feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
He made it easy for me to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr Gartrell always takes the time to answer questions, provides100% attention to me and doesn't come across as hurried.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Very happy with Dr. Gartrell
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
Dr Gartrell listens to your concerns and always explains stuff with your questions. I had a significant weight loss and he made me feel very good about my progress. I left feeling really good about myself.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr. Gartrell is very respectful in listening and always has clear options for treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Physician was very thorough & excellent explanations of health issues given with proposed solutions!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Dr. Gartrell is an outstanding doctor. Dr. Gartrell always knows your history and takes ample time to discuss any concerns that you might have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Excellent bedside manner!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
I always tell dr Gartrell what a great doctor he is. Always takes time with his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
Very pleased with care given.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr Gartrell is probably the most caring doctor I've ever been to in my 78 years of life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Dr Gartrell and his staff are very helpful and overall the clinic is the best I have seen and gone too.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2025
I and Dr Gartrell have built respect and inclusion in my health care as I'm just as proactive in my health care as he is to guide me in the right direction for my benefit. He explains everything in detail, listens to me, answers all my questions and is compassionate and caring. This visit to Dr Gartrell was my first in the office since my husband passed. My husband doctored in this same office. I became unexpectly overwhelmed with emotion and Dr Gartrell was my rock for the moment. I so appreciate his kindness and gentleness in helping me get through my episode of sorrow and loss while on this office visit. He made sure I had the resources I needed while still going through bereavement for my loss.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
The provider was excellent he explained my injury in more detail and showed pictures of what my injury looked like and what it should look like when healed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
Dr Gartrell is the best!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
Dr. Gartrell and his staff are always helpful and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Gartrell is an amazing Dr! Takes the time to explain all labs. Asks about any concerns you have. Explains what additional tests or vaccines you need. The ladies at the desk then schedule tests for you! Wonderful experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
Dr. Gartrell communicates very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Dr gartell is a great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Dr. Gartrell is the BEST !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Dr. Gartrell is the BEST ! Even with a difficult patient!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Dr Gartrell is the bomb
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
He spends a lot of time listening and responds with both friendly and professional comments and answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr Gartrell cuts through the crap and levels with me. He is very pragmatic and that fits me perfectly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2025
Very kind and empathetic doctor and staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2025
Always attentive and up front with answers or suggestions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Dr Gartrell is wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Dr Gartrell is a caring, knowledgeable physician with nothing but concern for his patients. He takes time to listen and engages the patient in deeper conversations about one's health! I do recommend him a lot!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Dr gartrell is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
My doctor Gartrell is EXCELLENT!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
Dr. Gartrell is the model for problem solving and patient care. Thorough and thoughtful in every aspect of patient care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
Dr. Gartrell is excellent! We so appreciate the care we receive from Dr. Gartrell and his staff. You are treated as a valued individual and not just a number. He comes prepared for your appointment and listen to any and all concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Dr Gartrell is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Dr is always very thorough and kind. Great bedside manners
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Dr. Brian Gartrell is absolutely 100%, hands down, the best doctor I've ever had. I'm glad he's young so he'll likely out live me, which means I will have a great doctor for a long time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2025
Dr Gartrell is brilliant. The finest doctor I have known,