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Dr. James Nepola, MD

Dr. James Nepola, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. James Nepola, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Iowa City, IA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nepola has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1978. He is affiliated with Iowa Health Care. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242

Make an Appointment

(319) 356-2466

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nepola specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nepola's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nepola

3.8

19 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
5%
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3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
21%
21%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 14, 2019
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Des mounes – Apr 20, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
ahuston in dubuque , Iowa – Oct 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Nepola, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Iowa City, IA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Nepola has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

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  • Roosevelt Hosp/columbia P&s

    Residency Hospital, 1980

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Iowa Health Care

    200 Hawkins Dr
    Iowa City, IA 52242
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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