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Dr. Emile Li, MD

Dr. Emile Li, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Emile Li, MD is a general surgeon in Clarion, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics-Clarion and Franklin General Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Clarion

1316 S Main St Clarion, IA 50525

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(844) 474-4321

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Li is affiliated with Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics-Clarion Clarion, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Li specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Li's Reviews

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About Me

care philosophy

Emile Li, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon with Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics. He has medical interests in joint replacement surgery of the hip, knee, and shoulder, trauma fracture surgery, sports medicine injuries, and carpal tunnel surgery....read more

biography

Emile Li, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon with Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics. He has medical interests in joint replacement surgery of the hip, knee, and shoulder, trauma fracture surgery, sports medicine injuries, and carpal tunnel surgery....read more

  • General Surgery

  • Family Sports Medicine

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  • Center For Hip & Knee Surgery, Franciscan St. Francis Health

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • Bronx-lebanon Hospital Ctr-albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Waterbury Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1990

  • Waterbury Hospital Affliates Of Yale University Schol Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Creighton University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Healthgrades Top Picks on General Surgeons

Locations

Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Clarion

Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Clarion1316 S Main St Clarion, IA 50525
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Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Fort Dodge

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Franklin General Hospital

    1720 Central Ave E
    Hampton, IA 50441

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

    98%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    23% higher than the national average

    98%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Hancock County Health System

    532 1st St NW
    Britt, IA 50423

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

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics-Clarion

    1316 S Main St
    Clarion, IA 50525
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    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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