Gorana Zekanovic, ARNP

Gorana Zekanovic, ARNP

General Surgery, Nurse Practitioner, Surgical Care

Primary Contact

319-272-5000

About

Gorana Zekanovic, ARNP, AGACNP-BC, FNP is a provider at MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center.

Dr. Zekanovic states, “Ever since I was a young girl, I have always been passionate about helping others and making a difference in their lives,” says Dr. Zekanovic. “I believe it is important to take a holistic approach when it comes to patient care by putting yourself in their shoes and using evidence-based practice to determine the right plan of care.”

Dr. Zekanovic received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and her Master of Science in Nursing from Allen College in Waterloo, Iowa. She is fluent in both English and Bosnian.

“I enjoy coming to work knowing that I will make a positive impact on my patient's surgical experience and seeing them maintain or regain their health,” says Dr. Zekanovic. “At MercyOne we are all a team and work together to provide the best personalized care and experience every time.”

Dr. Zekanovic has clinical interest in general surgery, wound care, abscess drainage and suture/staple removal.

 

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • General Surgery
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Surgical Care

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center

3421 W. 9th St.
Waterloo, IA 50702

MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center

Education & Certifications

Education

Post-Masters Family Nurse Practitioner:
Chamberlin University

Master of Science in Nursing:
Allen College

Bachelor of Science in Nursing:
Mount Mercy University

Board Certifications

Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center

Provider Ratings

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4.9 out of 5

(31 ratings)

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6 Reviews

01/08/2026

Gave me info that I needed.

12/12/2025

Very caring and professional

10/10/2025

Dr. Goran is the best. Very kind, knowledgeable, and a very calming presence when things seemed so out of control at times.

08/28/2025

Muchas gracias estoy muy satisfecho por el buen trabajo por la amabilidad de doctores y enfermerpñas También agradezco el esfuerzo que asen por entendernos los que no hablamos ingles

08/26/2025

One of the most knowledgeable and understanding NP I've ever meet. I really appreciate her!

05/16/2025

The provider explained results from my procedure, asked if I had questions.
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