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Dr. Donald Novak, MD

Dr. Donald Novak, MD

Pediatrics*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Novak, MD is a pediatrician in Gainesville, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with UF Health Shands Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 2 reviews 5 Star Rating (2 reviews)

UF Health Pediatric Specialties - Medical Plaza

1549 Gale Lemerand Dr Fl 2 Gainesville, FL 32610
(352) 265-8250

Care Philosophy

"Donald Novak, MD, attended medical school at the University of South Florida in Tampa and received the Dean's Award for outstanding graduate in 1981. He completed a pediatric internship at Baylor College of Medicine..."

- Dr. Donald Novak, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Novak specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals 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
2 ratings, 1 with written review
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Loves what he does! Cares about your child. Love his silly socks
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
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High Springs, FL – Mar 20, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Donald Novak, MD, attended medical school at the University of South Florida in Tampa and received the Dean's Award for outstanding graduate in 1981. He completed a pediatric internship at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, followed by a pediatric...read more

biography

Donald Novak, MD, attended medical school at the University of South Florida in Tampa and received the Dean's Award for outstanding graduate in 1981. He completed a pediatric internship at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, followed by a pediatric...read more

  • Pediatrics

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  • University South Fla

    Residency Hospital, 1984

  • Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984

  • Baylor

    Internship Hospital, 1982

  • University Of South Florida Morsani College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

UF Health Pediatric Specialties - Medical Plaza

UF Health Pediatric Specialties - Medical Plaza1549 Gale Lemerand Dr Fl 2 Gainesville, FL 32610
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UF Health Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd
    Gainesville, FL 32610
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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