Ruth is excellent at taking the time with me as a patient and answering questions that I may concerning my health issues. I have recommended her to family and friends.

March 19, 2026

Everyone in the office was very kind and very willing to do whatever they could to address my health concerns.

February 25, 2026

A truly compassionate and knowledgeable provider. The staff is professional, and the care is top-notch. Highly recommend.

January 10, 2026

Great service very understanding took care of my problem Ruth is the BEST

December 29, 2025

Professional, friendly, and absolutely wonderful doctor.

November 22, 2025

I appreciated the time that Ruth took to listen about my symptoms. She gave me a thorough evaluation. A good follow up concerning my blood pressure.

June 15, 2025

I enjoy talking with Ruth. She puts the whole you in perspective as to the care you need.

May 29, 2025

She listens and provides me with the best options for my health

April 14, 2025

Ruth is always kind, caring, and efficient

March 20, 2025

I felt listened to and that Ruth genuinely cares about my situation.

February 6, 2025

Ms. Gordon provides excellent care. She's thoughtful and considerate and genuinely seeks to help.

January 17, 2025

She is highly knowledgeable in many different areas, friendly and puts me around ease. Very much recommended

January 7, 2025

Ruth was very kind and helpful with the medical issue today. Wasn't in a rush to medicate, but asked for further testing to get the whole picture.

December 27, 2024

Ruth is an excellent nurse practioner. She is very thorough in going through blood results, my health issues, and any personal issues I may have. I'm so glad she is back and part of the McFarland team. Her nurse, Tori, is exceptional too and very caring.

November 25, 2024

Ruth always takes the time to hear you and actually listen to your concerns.

November 21, 2024

Ruth is understanding and friendly.

October 8, 2024

Very down to earth and very comforting to talk to

September 17, 2024

She listens to me, she doesn’t tell me no when I asked for a referral and she pays attention I say. I feel like she really shows interest in me and what I need.

August 15, 2024

Very friendly and willing to listen to things I wanted to say. Good at explaining things to me and answering my questions.

August 12, 2024

I really appreciate how Ruth listens to and understands her patients. She has a great way of being able to provide advice without talking down to you.

July 29, 2024

Ruth took a lot of time with me, I felt listened to, and that she was genuinely wanting to know and help me.

July 3, 2024

Exceptional care. Great conversation and very knowledgeable. Ruth answered all my questions.

June 24, 2024

Very caring and listens to my needs.

May 6, 2024

About

Services Offered

Casting
Geriatrics
Medicare annual wellness visits
Immunizations
Laceration repairs
Men's health
Skin biopsies
Excision biopsies
Well child visits
Women's health
Nexplanon

Joined McFarland Clinic

August 2016

Languages Spoken

English

Education & Professional Certification

Certifications

Iowa Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

Residency

Grand View University, Des Moines, IA

RN-BSN, 2012

Graceland University, Independence, MO

ARNP, 2015

Professional Societies

American Nurses Association

Ruth Gordon-Mash, ARNP

Primary Clinic

Jefferson Office

Patient Testimonials