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Dr. Clifford Novak, MD

Dr. Clifford Novak, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Clifford Novak, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cedar Rapids, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Novak has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's Hospital-Cedar Rapids and Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids. He is not accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 5 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Physicians' Clinic Of Iowa

202 10th St SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

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(319) 398-1545

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Novak is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Novak specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Novak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Novak

5.0

9 ratings, 4 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Ken – May 19, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Michelle Havener – Sep 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Dean in Cedar Rapids, IA – Dec 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Clifford Novak, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cedar Rapids, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Novak has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Physicians' Clinic Of Iowa

Physicians Clinic of Iowa PC202 10th St SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Surgery Center Cedar Rapids1075 1st Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Practice

St Luke's Methodist Hospital1026 A Ave NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Office1195 Boyson Rd Hiawatha, IA 52233
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids

    701 10th St SE
    Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UnityPoint Health-St. Luke's Hospital-Cedar Rapids

    1026 A Ave NE
    Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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