Chris Foster, ARNP

Chris Foster, ARNP

Cardiology, Heart Care

Primary Contact

515-232-2500

About

Chris Foster, ARNP, is a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in cardiology at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center locations in Ames and Webster City. His clinical interests include coronary artery disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation and cardiomyopathy. In his free time, Chris loves sports, attending events, traveling, hiking, and cycling and spending time with wife, children and family.

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Cardiology
  • Heart Care

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Ames

1816 Philadelphia St.
Ames, IA 50010

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm
MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Ames

Education & Certifications

Education

Graduate:
Walden University | Minneapolis, MN, Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (2022)

Board Certifications

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.8 out of 5

(123 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

42 Reviews

02/17/2026

I like the fact that he always asks if I have any questions. Nothing is off the table, so to speak. It's nice to know he's willing to answer whatever question I might have about my care.

02/10/2026

Had a great experience.

02/09/2026

Was very nice and explained things well

02/06/2026

Very nice, compassionate man. He shook my hand and my husband’s hand. He put his stethoscope in his ears twice but never listened to my heart. I understand the Holter will get the needed information but it was a bit unusual. Again, the people I had contact with were very professional and kind.

01/27/2026

A+

01/20/2026

He explained in words i could understand about my heart condition

01/20/2026

Good experience

01/15/2026

Could have explained a little more in detail what his diagnosis and what I could expect going forward.

01/15/2026

Great personality

01/12/2026

we are very pleased with Foster

01/09/2026

Appreciate the relaxed and informative nature of my visit

01/09/2026

Christopher Foster was very good and I couldn’t expect anything better.

01/09/2026

Great follow through

01/05/2026

Good people

01/05/2026

Very impressed with Mr. Foster

12/29/2025

I can't think of anything to add at this time. He was personable, listened and answered all my questions.

12/29/2025

Chris Foster, ARNP, was fantastic in my first visit with him. He listened carefully, responded thoughtfully, and took the time required to properly do his job. His calm demeanor helped me relax, he explained things in a logical manner, and I left feeling better about my situation and the care I would receive at Iowa Heart. I would highly recommend Chris Foster.

12/22/2025

Very easy to talk with

12/22/2025

Went smoothly, I was very happy

11/21/2025

Informative

11/11/2025

It was a pleasure to have him as our Provider.

11/11/2025

He was filling in for my usual ARNP due to her having an emergency absence. I think it was great that the clinic offered me an option to see him rather than having to reschedule since this was just a follow up appt on a med change. He was able to do that consult and even provide more suggestions on follow up,

10/28/2025

Felt I was in very good hands with my heart situation.

10/28/2025

Christopher Foster listened and answered questions carefully. He was very calm and and explained everything very well. He made sure to explain when /how to contact him/practice if symptoms or changes occur. That was very nice and lowered anxiety a lot.

10/23/2025

Thank you for your compassion when seeing my mother

10/21/2025

good thank you

10/14/2025

His loving presence was hard to heart. I would trust him with my life and my dying process.

09/30/2025

Very friendly and explaind things in a way i could understand

09/25/2025

Made me very comfortable, and he was great 👍

09/23/2025

it was fine.

09/23/2025

My first time with PA Foster, I felt very comfortable under his care.

09/11/2025

I had a relaxed, informative conversation about my condition and in the terms that I understood. He is a nice person.

08/15/2025

I almost wished I was sicker so I could come back more often.

08/13/2025

Dr. Ryan is Very Interested in YOU.He Cares, and is a GOOD listener. Couldn't ask for a Better Doctor.

08/05/2025

I liked this man because he was very thorough in letting me know what was going on with me and just because he was a nice man.

07/30/2025

He was great

07/24/2025

very pleasant and professional, knowledgeable

07/23/2025

I felt very comfortable with Chris and appreciate the time he spent with me during my appointment..

07/23/2025

I am very comfortsble having him as the person in charge of my visits.

06/25/2025

This was my first visit with him. He seemed quite certain how I needed to change my water consumption in order to fix my low blood pressure. I have followed his recommendation for 3 weeks, which has not fixed my condition .

06/11/2025

first time met Foster, was very happy he met with me.

06/10/2025

we hope he stays in the Iowa Heart system for a while, there have been so many changes. I previously doctored in Fort Dodge office, but all my physicians ended up leaving so I decided to stay with Stephanie in the Ames office as I was referred to EP several years ago. Always helps to have a familiar face that you know.......
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