Douglas E.
Laux
MD, MS

University of Iowa Physicians
Medical Oncologist
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Languages
English
Co-Leader of the Head and Neck Cancer MOG, Clinical Associate Professor
  • Cancer
  • Hematology
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Locations

Medical Center
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
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Training and Education

Degrees

MD, University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo.

MS, Biochemistry, University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo.

Residencies

Internal Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland

Fellowships

Hematology/Oncology, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa

Cancer Department

  • Internal Medicine

Cancer Research Program

  • Program 2: Experimental Therapeutics (ET)

Cancer Membership Status

  • Full

Program Leadership

  • Not Applicable

Cancer Member College

  • Medicine

Ratings

The number of stars is an average of all responses to provider-related questions from Press Ganey patient satisfaction surveys. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. About our ratings.

Patient comments

Convenience when you get to where you are supposed to be. Next appointment is right in the same area
August 23, 2024
Dr Leux is great, explains everything. All staff is very friendly and skilled also .
August 20, 2024
They have been taking care of me since 2017 with cancer. I would not go anywhere else.
August 20, 2024
Very caring and listened to all my concerns
August 13, 2024
Going home healthy
August 13, 2024
The ease of getting to appointments.
August 13, 2024
He was very upbeat and jovial.
August 13, 2024
Taking time with each patient
August 10, 2024
I have always gotten top notch care from Dr. Laux. He is very caring and listens to my concerns.
August 10, 2024
Doctor Laux is a very good doctor.
July 30, 2024
Excellent
July 30, 2024
Very thorough
July 16, 2024
All good Dr and staff all great.
July 10, 2024
Dr Laux is a very busy, through, and knowledgeable doctor.
July 9, 2024
Dr. Laux was running late. The nurse/assistant who was with us was VERY friendly, kind, and knowledgeable. She was absolutely great. I only wish I could remember her name!P.s. We never mind waiting for Dr. Laux as we know he is giving other patients the quality care we also experience!
July 9, 2024
Dr Laux's explanation of options and throughness during the visit.
July 4, 2024
Excellent every time
July 2, 2024
Pros at all stages
July 2, 2024
Every thing in one area
June 28, 2024
Overall care and concern for patients
June 19, 2024
Staff and doctor are excellent
June 18, 2024
He is a very good doctor.
May 28, 2024
The 2 doctors I saw were fabulous.
May 28, 2024
Dr Laux tremendous doctor. He truly cared about his patients.
May 28, 2024
We had to wait a long time to see the doctor as mentioned before but when he came he spent an hour in discussing my situation.
May 23, 2024
Dr care
May 21, 2024
Appreciated the helpfulness of everyone.
May 21, 2024
This was the shortest I have ever waited for Dr Laux (25-30 min). So I was thrilled
May 10, 2024
My overall visits have been great. Dr Laux is an outstanding Doctor.
May 10, 2024
Dr. Laux is an excellent dr. Very glad he is our dr.!
May 9, 2024
Dr Laux is wonderful! We like him a lot. He spends lots of time explaining all the medicines and options.
May 7, 2024
I've had excellent care
May 7, 2024
Everyone was very helpful in assisting you in making sure you knew where you were going and giving directions if you needed them
April 30, 2024
Dr Laux is fantastic!
April 30, 2024
Dr very professional. Took his time to answer questions and concerns.
April 27, 2024
Very comforting
April 26, 2024
Doctor took the time to answer all my questions. He was not rushed to get to the next patient.
April 19, 2024
All testing , labs and doctor visit in same building and close to get to without moving our car.
April 16, 2024
Excellent knowledgeable doctor and nurses
April 16, 2024
Very well run clinic
April 9, 2024
Great Doctor the best I have ever had
April 2, 2024
Explained my situation and what options I have moving forward. Concern about my side effects and what is recommended. Forward path and what options I have be it good or bad. Keeping me involved deciding what will work best for me. Having the latest technology and the knowledge for proper usage. Going forward with my best interest in mind.
March 14, 2024
How we are treating as if my husband and I are as one. The caregivers are treated with the utmost respect. And the resources that is available like the clinical trails and the knowledge that the doctors have about the trails.
March 12, 2024
Dr Laux has always been amazing on how much he cares about his patients and caregivers. He always explains everything whether good or bad news. He is very thorough about explaining all options. He goes over and beyond reaching the best possible. He takes care of us as if we were his family. I have recommended Holden Cancer Clinic to my friends and they are just as pleased as we are.
March 12, 2024
Treatment appears to be working so far.
March 12, 2024
I was advised of optional/voluntary treatment which could possibly reduce or eliminate the growth of my tumor. They followed up with my insurance for pre-authorization, Dr Laux is amazing and concerned about my well being mentally and physically.
March 6, 2024
Dr. Laux shows great empathy, listens well, and explores all options of treatment. I have complete confidence in him.
March 6, 2024
Our doctor is so kind and caring
February 27, 2024
All personal where really friendly
February 26, 2024
Dr Laux is a first rate professional and a class act.
February 23, 2024
Dr Laux was very professional, very sincere, did an outstanding job of explaining what the blood draw numbers meant in terms that we could understand. Very caring man. Although we waited quite a while for the exam, it was well worth it.
February 23, 2024
Great people
February 19, 2024
Like the Doctors.
February 7, 2024
Like the Doctor . [...]
February 7, 2024
My Dr. Is the best thing about your clinic.
February 3, 2024
I feel very blessed to have Dr. Laux as my oncologist. He actually seems to care about my case, like no other Dr. I've ever encountered!
February 3, 2024
I saw this provider in the absence of my regular provider and felt valued and listened to.
January 31, 2024
Treatments seem to be working.
January 29, 2024
Everything but, particularly, Dr.Laux. Even though we sometimes have to wait to see him, we know it's only because he is taking care of another deserving patient. Dr. Laux is the best!
January 29, 2024
Besides the good news that everything looked good with how treatment is going, I am thankful that I am treated at UIHC.
January 26, 2024
We are very fortunate to have Dr Laux as the provider through this cancer journey. He has been very compassionate, understanding, informative, and knowledgeable. I have recommended him to my friends and family.
January 26, 2024
Professional an Friendly
January 22, 2024
Dr.Laux Very Profesional
January 22, 2024
Good results
January 21, 2024
Very nice congenial doctor
January 15, 2024
They all seemed very interested in my problem
January 15, 2024
Care and concern by the doctors we have seen.
January 15, 2024
We have been dealing with his issue since Aug of [...] and when we started with the [...]. things got to moving quickly very much appreciated and comforting
January 10, 2024
The care provided
January 8, 2024
Dr Laux was fantastic especially considering he stepped in to see me in place of my regular Dr and because he gave me my bad news so gently and kind and you could feel how bad he felt about having to give it. Top notch Dr
January 8, 2024
This doctor was of the upmost, professional, compassionate
December 29, 2023
I feel that this doctor is highly knowledgeable in his field. Therefore any delays in waiting is well worth it
December 29, 2023
In and out ahead of schedule
December 25, 2023
Cleanliness and friendliness
December 25, 2023
Caring nurses and doctors.
December 21, 2023
Everyone truly cares
December 21, 2023
The excellent care I recieved
December 20, 2023
Everyone is excellent! Dr Laux is the best of all! He is the most thoughtful, thorough and professional Doctor I have ever seen.
December 20, 2023
Professionalism of Dr. Laux
December 19, 2023
Dr. Laux is excellent on all these criteria.
December 18, 2023
Very well-informed and knowledgeable physicians; very professional behavior by everyone; they make sure that the patient's needs are being effectively met.
December 18, 2023
Great experience
December 18, 2023
Great doctors
December 18, 2023
Knowledge of doctor with my rare disease.
December 18, 2023
Doctors knowledge during visit.
December 14, 2023
I know the everyone in the clinic has my best interest in mind all the time.
December 14, 2023
Very qualified personnel willing to go above and beyond what is necessary
December 11, 2023
Better than expected appointment, [ID] is working which surprised all of us. Areas of cancer are getting smaller and may even be going away. I am tolerating the side effects and will continue the drug till the next scans if I can handle it. Everyone is impressed with my ongoing results. Thanks
December 11, 2023
Dr Laux is top notch oncologist would recommend him to my family and friends
December 6, 2023
I have always felt that I am getting the best care possible during my visits.
December 4, 2023
Dr. Laux is always willing spend the time necessary to discuss test results and treatment options.
December 4, 2023
Friendliness and knowledgeable
November 27, 2023
All the other doctors were amazing !
November 27, 2023
I wish all my doctors were as knowledgeable as Dr Laux. He is the only reason I continue to come to U of I healthcare for all these years.
November 20, 2023
Being thorough.
November 20, 2023
Dr. Laux is excellent!
November 20, 2023
Excellent professionalism.Dr. Laux sat patiently listening to my questions and concerns while showing me pictures of my thoracic CT until 6:50 pm on a FRIDAY NIGHT!
November 15, 2023
Dr is compassionate, caring and knowledgeable and has now accepted my views and decisions regarding my tx plan
November 15, 2023
I like that Dr Laux explains things to me so that I can understand what he's talking about. He's also got a good sense of humor, & I like that.
November 8, 2023
Dr and nurse. 1st dr who took time to really explain everything
November 6, 2023
Very impressed with how dr explained illness and options. Patient, overall was most pleased with this dr.
November 6, 2023
UIHC has taken great care of me.
October 31, 2023
They treated me as a person with feelings.
October 31, 2023
Truthful and happy
October 26, 2023
I feel honored to have the team that is helping me.
October 26, 2023
Been seeing him since [Date]
October 24, 2023
The extraordinary coordination between the different departments.
October 11, 2023
I am still new to UIH and am adjusting to the care provided. Each time I see Dr Laux I feel more confident and believe I'm in at the right place for the most up to date and cutting-edge treatments available for my cancer. Very impressed with the care provided and Dr Laux's concern for my better future outlook. Hopefully we can keep things moving forward.
October 9, 2023
Dr answered all my questions. I did not feel like the doctor was in a rush to get to the next patient
October 6, 2023
Great people that works there
October 6, 2023
Quality of care
October 4, 2023
How friendly and helpful everyone was
September 26, 2023
Dr.Laux was patient and answered all of our question's in detail. Very thorough
September 26, 2023
Everyone is very caring.
September 19, 2023
Overall experience was great.
September 19, 2023
Confidence in the care I am getting!
September 12, 2023
Everything was great
September 12, 2023
Dr. Laux is beyond awesome.
September 12, 2023
How helpful and friendly everyone was and how much patience they had with everyone.
August 27, 2023
Though he was always behind time wise he was always courteous and was very through with my care. I would definitely refer him because he is a caring doctor.
August 27, 2023
When destinations changed they quickly made adjustments and still completed all testing that day.
August 27, 2023
Quality care.
August 22, 2023
Good care
August 16, 2023
Dr Laux is the best. He is very smart, very knowledgable, so kind, compassionate. He acts like there are no other patients waiting, you are his only patient. We were blessed to have gotten Dr.Laux. He is a big assett to Iowa City.
August 8, 2023
Friendly people
July 2, 2023
I absolutely admire my doctor and his staff top of the line in all areas
June 30, 2023
Dr Laux actually sitting down, talking and listening to what my Dad would say. Not standing up overtop of him the whole time.
June 27, 2023
Dr Laux has been amazing during my Dads cancer. He came to the clinic to see him on a day that he didn't have clinic, he's very empathetic and explains everything very well. Unfortunately on this last visit my Dad has decided to stop the chemo (post surgery) due to his body not responding well after 2 weeks of it. Dr Laux listened to my Dads decision and was supportive with it. Dr Laux would call me at times to follow up and see how my Dad was doing too. He goes over and beyond for his patients and families to ensure that they are taken care of. Dr Laux has made a huge impact on my Dads life and plan of care, I'm so thankful that we got him as his cancer Dr for this.
June 27, 2023
Telling me there is still hope and possible help to assist me with a better outcome of my situation
June 27, 2023
Coordination of care and empathy of doctors and personnel.
June 22, 2023
Dr Laux is very thorough in his questioning and responses to questions or concerns. He goes above and beyond to give information about my illness. He makes me feel comfortable and that he is doing everything in his power. I have complete confidence in him.
June 22, 2023
Dr laux is always thorough
June 15, 2023
Dr laux always takes time to explain and thoroughly go over test results
June 15, 2023
Good doctor
June 13, 2023
The personal- all good
June 13, 2023
Dr Laux is very intelligent and I trust him.
June 13, 2023
Dr Laux. I had cancer, my blood test was not really good. He was helpful. Very smart man.
June 13, 2023
Kindness!
June 8, 2023
Awesome!
June 8, 2023
Dr Laux explained everything in great detail. He seemed very concerned about my problem.
June 6, 2023
Dr. Laux is on of the best doctors I have seen.
June 2, 2023
Dr. Laux is an outstanding cancer doctor. It would be helpful if there were more like him to share the patient load.
June 2, 2023
No one should have to wait three hours past scheduled time. The doctor needs to adjust how many patients he sees in a day.
May 30, 2023
Appreciate the time the Dr spent answering questions and listening.
May 30, 2023
The friendliness of the staff and Dr. They truly seemed to care.
May 30, 2023
People are wonderful!
May 24, 2023
Friendliness and professionalism.
May 23, 2023
Friendly
May 23, 2023
Dr Laux was very thorough.
May 23, 2023
The friendliness of staff & the trust in Doctor!
May 23, 2023
Very nice and courteous people
May 2, 2023
Friendly people
April 25, 2023
Good.
April 23, 2023
Time taken to answer questions
April 17, 2023
Dr Laux is so special & caring. He is great.
April 11, 2023
I never spoke to Dr. Laux on this visit. In previoius visits I have been very satisfied with my care.
April 5, 2023
Dr Laux has my trust
April 3, 2023
Dr. Laux was very informative and described what was needed very well.
April 1, 2023
How nice everyone was
March 30, 2023
Everything is like clockwork. I had appointments in five different departments on *DATE* and was running late for one appt so the dental department called the Oncology department for me to tell them I was running late. Dr. Laux spent as much time as was needed with me to explain how everything was going to work. I really like the fact that all the appointments will basically be arranged thru the Univ of IA Hospitals doctors (or staff). Love the fact that all the information is posted fast so I can view information on my computer.
March 28, 2023
Dr. Laux is one of the best! [...]
March 28, 2023
Professional
March 14, 2023
Dr. Douglas Laux interest & cares for my wife
March 5, 2023
Dr. Laux was not standing, gave (out family) a complete pros/cons for my wife's condition. This doctor cares for his patient.
March 5, 2023
Took time to explain in detail, about your condition only doctor that ever spent 2 hrs. with me and my family in my 81 years. Excellent. A+.
March 2, 2023
I have the best Doctor
February 27, 2023
Nice people
February 27, 2023
Dr. & nurse's care.
February 22, 2023
Very kind & knowledgeable dr.
February 22, 2023
U if I Hospital runs a tight ship. - it's wonderful. Never vmbeen around so many nice people.
February 22, 2023
Everyone we bump into and ask directions to find our way around are all very helpful.
February 21, 2023
The people
February 20, 2023
Good doctors and nurses
February 20, 2023
Terrific Doctor and Resident
February 15, 2023
Professionalism
February 13, 2023
The Doctors, specifally Dr Laux, really went above and beyond.
February 8, 2023
Dr. Luax showed an extraordinary understanding of my wife's disease and I have never seen a doctor discuss treatment options in such a understandable and compassionate manner. He went above and beyond in all of our meetings and in all of our follow-up discussions. He is a 12+ on a scale of 1-10. He stayed late to see us and went the extra mile to meet with us when the news of the spread of her disease (after PET scan) - we are very appreciative of his extra effort.
February 8, 2023
Knowledgeable doctors (2).
February 5, 2023
Both doctors were thorough and answered questions.
February 5, 2023
Expertise of personnel.
February 2, 2023
To a person the professionalism, courtesy, friendliness, and knowledge is fabulous. I have no doubt I'm in the right place for my care. I feel blessed to be treated by your medical team.
January 19, 2023
Explanation of procedures and options.
January 19, 2023
Knowledge and care kindness.
January 17, 2023
Everyone knowledgeable, kind and professional.
December 27, 2022
On time appointment and coordinated scheduling with all doctors.
December 20, 2022
The doctor listens to all concerns and answers all questions thoroughly. He has great compassion and concern for my well being. He follows up on concerns gives recommendations for care.
December 20, 2022
Everything I have had done was explained & everyone is so friendly and willing to help and always look like the love their job which makes fill welcomed.
December 20, 2022
Friendly staff and knowledgeable doctors
December 16, 2022
My trust in the doctor
December 13, 2022
Care and concern of doctor and staff.
December 6, 2022
Thorough care with Dr Laux
November 29, 2022
The people, from registration to lab to nursing to the provider, everyone was more than caring and made sure all of our questions and concerns were addressed.
November 25, 2022
I can not say enough positive things about Dr. Laux and his care team, they have been more than accommodating in the last year and helping to coordinate my care.
November 25, 2022
Good friendly nurses and doctors
November 22, 2022
Good people that care about you
November 22, 2022
Everyone show that they really care.
November 16, 2022
Excellent job explaining disease , surgery and non surgical options to remedy situation.
November 12, 2022
Friendliness & concern shown by all people we meet.
November 10, 2022
Thorough explanations
November 8, 2022
Being listened to & our time is respected.
October 20, 2022
He is amazing. So caring & compassionate & respectful.
October 20, 2022
Explination of diagnose and careing physcian..
October 20, 2022
I thing my experience at this clinic was very good.
October 19, 2022
You guys are always on it.
October 19, 2022
Everyone very helpful
October 18, 2022
Attention by staff making me feel like I am the only patient being seen that day even though they are obviously very busy
September 29, 2022
Doctor cares so much for his patients
September 27, 2022
My whole experience was great.
September 21, 2022
I have the highest degree of confidence in Dr. Laux.
September 21, 2022
Dr Laux was on time. He is a brilliant doctor. He gave me a lot of time and attention.
September 13, 2022
Dr Laux is very concerned and passionate in dealing with my cancer.
August 30, 2022
Dr laux always takes time with us and explains everything. We always feel like he makes us and my care a priority. I would recommend him to anyone in need of an oncologist.
August 25, 2022
Everything perfect
August 23, 2022
Good
August 18, 2022
Compassionate
August 18, 2022
Again, fantastic care!
August 16, 2022
Care provided by the best professional in health care.
August 11, 2022
I feel well taken care of at UHIC.
July 6, 2022
Good
July 6, 2022
I never feel rushed to get to the next part of each visit - Everyone seem willing to give as much time as necessary.
June 2, 2022
I have been very pleased with the case that I have received. Dr. Laux always takes whatever amount of time is required for each visit -
June 2, 2022
The doctor did give a lot of information and was very good at answering questions.
May 31, 2022
I have the utmost faith in my care team and my doctor. The staff is in my cancer fight 100% with me.
May 31, 2022
Very thorough
May 28, 2022
The people. Friendly and helpful.
May 17, 2022
Dr. Laux always takes the time to answer all of my questions and explains things so that I can understand. I appreciate his caring disposition.
May 17, 2022
Dr. Laux was very thorough in explaining my treatment, answering all questions in easy to understand language. Also phoned me to discuss my options in timing the removal of my feeding tube -
May 16, 2022
Drs are excellent
May 13, 2022
Dr. Laux's care & time spent discussing my health.
May 13, 2022
Every one was just so great & friendly.
May 5, 2022
I feel *Dr. Laux is undoubtably a very cometant & skilled physician. I still struggle to get him to be brutally honest w/me. I realize this is "odd" but if I ask for a possible prognosis - I WANT ONE GOOD OR BAD - just honest.
April 21, 2022
Being treated respectfully & compassionately (almost like we were family).
April 19, 2022
Very patient & answered all our questions in ways we understood. Very compassionate. Explained ALL options & acknowledged our fears.
April 19, 2022
Good
March 29, 2022
Friendly and kind.
March 25, 2022
Doctor was cancer experienced, and calmed our fear, for future treatment.
March 23, 2022
Doctor very professional, well informed prior to my consultation read all my submitted documents & MyChart
March 23, 2022
Very good.
March 22, 2022
I enjoy Dr Laux. He is kind, considerate and compassionate to his patients. We are lucky to have Dr Laux in Iowa. All of the staff have been kind to my husband and myself. Dr Laux is a brilliant oncologist.
March 22, 2022
I felt that my health was their top priority.
March 18, 2022
Dr. Laux is a tremendous person and doctor. I would recommend him to any one who needed an oncologist.
March 18, 2022
Dr. Laux was very thorough and understanding my wife & I both liked him.
March 15, 2022
The care shown by the doctor and staff.
March 9, 2022
All your services are excellent!
February 28, 2022
Excellent excellent care! I always feel welcome, and I am treated like family, with hi value!
February 27, 2022
The confidence I have with all my care providers.
February 21, 2022
Excellent treatment & compassion by Dr. Laux.
February 15, 2022
Dr. Laux is a very knowledgeable and friendly doctor. I am blessed to have him for my doctor.
February 15, 2022
Wonderful doctor & staff -
February 15, 2022
Dr. Laux - Caring dr.
February 6, 2022
The nurses & drs. are very caring people.
January 27, 2022
Everyone is friendly and helpful.
January 27, 2022
Caring professionals
January 25, 2022
He is very professional and relaxed and takes the time to be sure that we understand what is happening
January 25, 2022
Excellent manner and concern.
January 17, 2022
Dr. Laux is very competent and personal. Easy to talk with, very accepting of patient's concerns.
January 17, 2022
We felt like our issue mattered. The doctor (s) did not seem rushed.
January 10, 2022
UI is the best!!
January 4, 2022
Dr. Laux has been exceptional in working with me and addressing my care
January 3, 2022
Dr Laux actually listened to me and my concerns He was still insistent re: tx methods but he did seem to understand my concerns
January 2, 2022
Dr. Laux is busy, but takes time to help me make good decisions of how best to treat problem.
December 31, 2021
I love the doctor and all of the staff they're very professional
December 13, 2021
Dr. Laux, my children, who come with me really impressed with doctor, he explained my options so well.
December 7, 2021
Dr. Laux was amazing. He was so patient and explained everything very well. I left feeling positive about my future treatment options.
November 29, 2021
Time spent, quality services with my primary care provider.
November 24, 2021
I knew this was the best opportunity to attack my throat cancer.
November 23, 2021
A very good experience. He explains what my options are very clearly n a language I can understand.
November 17, 2021
The excellent counseling by Dr. Laux and the pharmacists!
October 21, 2021
Dr. Laux is one of the best doctors anyone could have. He listens to what you say. He cares about you and your concerns.
October 20, 2021
Dr. Is a wonderful provider. The nurse pract. Is fair.
October 14, 2021
Dr. Laux is always kind and very attentive to my needs and concerns.
July 27, 2021