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Dr. Craig Dopf, MD

Dr. Craig Dopf, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Craig Dopf, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Darlington, WI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Colorado School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities UnityPoint Health-Meriter and Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

800 Clay St Darlington, WI 53530

Make an Appointment

(608) 776-5748

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Dopf 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. Dopf's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dopf

4.4
18 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
78%
78%
4 star
11%
11%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
11%
11%

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Dr. Dopf operated on my back 26 years ago related to severe disc herniation and deterioration. I was 38 years old. He performed a 2 level L4-L5, L5-S1 BAK Titanium Fusion anterior approach with a Bilateral hip graft. I was not an RN at the time but became one a few years later and worked at the same hospital, and was fortunate to care for some of his patients post op. He is an amazing surgeon and I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Cathileen Ball Fridono – Nov 11, 2024
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He saved my life. More than once. I have a life. Because of Dr. Craig Dopf. I trust him exclusively. And hope to contact him to now help me with my neck.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Julie. Smolen – Sep 27, 2019
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He's a good surgeon, but he has serious anger issues. He is verbally abusive to patients when he is angry.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
3 others found this helpful
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Minneapolis, MN – Aug 26, 2017
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Wonderful surgeon. I wish I could have him do my upcoming surgery.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Cottage Grove, WI – Jan 10, 2017
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Dr. Dopf and his team are wonderful - they gave me back a near pain-free life. I can't speak highly enough about the care I got, and the result was all I could have hoped for.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Margit Moses in Madison, WI – May 04, 2016
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I had an experimental surgery Jan 1998 with spondaylis . He fused L4 & L5 on my back. I was about 50 years old. The operation was about 10 hours. He operated on my back going thru my belly. He was very young and did a perfect job. I am a non smoker and non drinker. I have used my back hard ,no problems and at 72 years old Its still good.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Myron SCHARKEY in Crooks, SD – Feb 11, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Dopf prides himself on not leaving an exam room until all of his patients? questions are answered. He uses common language when explaining diagnosis and treatment options, and takes minimally invasive approaches to surgery whenever possible....read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Spine Surg Psc

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • Henry Ford Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1988

  • University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County800 Clay St Darlington, WI 53530
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County

    800 Clay St
    Darlington, WI 53530

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

    95%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    18% higher than the national average

    94%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UnityPoint Health-Meriter

    202 S Park St
    Madison, WI 53715
    Recipient of 20
    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

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    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

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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