
Orthopedics: Providers in Fort Dodge
Orthopedics • Fort Dodge, IA
Ratings by platform
- Healthgrades (Dr. Emile Li): 5.0/5.0 (37)
- Iowa Specialty Hospital Patient Surveys (Dr. Mark Palit): 4.8/5.0 (83)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Lynn Nelson): 3.8/5.0 (64)
- Vitals (Dr. Lynn Nelson): 4.2/5.0 (39)
What patients say
Patients praise
- Highly praised for thoroughness and clear communication
- Patients appreciate the time taken to answer questions
- Strong satisfaction with surgical results and symptom relief for many patients
- Nursing staff frequently commended for professionalism and kindness
Common complaints
- Some reports of dismissive or uncaring patient experiences
- instances of patient dissatisfaction regarding spinal surgery outcomes
In patients' words
"The reason I come to Iowa Specialty is primarily because of Dr. Mark Palit. I trust him & his decisions impeccably."
— Iowa Specialty Hospital Patient Testimonials"Dr. Li has always taken the time to listen to what I have to say and is very willing to take the time to answer any questions I may have."
— Healthgrades User Review"I have no complaints and feel completely comfortable putting care in the care of Dr. Nelson and his team."
— Healthgrades User Review"uncaring, no options, dismissive and would never go back and not recommend him to anyone else"
— Vitals User ReviewMore clinics in Fort Dodge
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Patients praise: positive feedback on staff quality at the broader hospital system · adequate staffing levels reported by employees.
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Patients praise: Occasional recognition of individual helpful staff members.
Active Health Clinic - Regenerative Medicine
Patients praise: Compassionate and friendly staff · Effective pain relief (e.g., for back, knee, and joint pain).
Iowa Specialty Orthopedics Premier Orthopedic Care
Patients praise: High patient satisfaction with surgical outcomes and pain relief · Professional and thorough medical staff and nursing teams.
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