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Dr. John Powell, MD

Dr. John Powell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Powell, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Effingham, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital and HSHS Holy Family Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (49 reviews)

Practice

900 W Temple Ave Ste 2500 Effingham, IL 62401

Make an Appointment

(217) 540-2350

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Powell is affiliated with HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital Effingham, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Powell specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Powell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Powell

3.6

49 ratings, 19 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
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0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
31%
31%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Oct 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Brittany Smith – Mar 02, 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
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Ann Goddard – Sep 12, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 20, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Rebecca Starkey – Oct 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Robert in Ofallon, MO – Jun 13, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 11, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 09, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 08, 2019
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joe Asamo in Defiance, MO – Jan 28, 2019
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Pat in St Charles, MO – Nov 06, 2018
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michelle in St Charles, MO – Aug 23, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
St Louis, MO – Jun 01, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maryland Heights, MO – Mar 24, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
St Charles, MO – Mar 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Melissa in O Fallon, MO – Mar 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
St Louis, MO – Mar 13, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Urban.Dog in St Charles, MO – Oct 25, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Stan in St. Peters, MO – Aug 30, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

My goal is to inform the patient as much as possible so we can develop a treatment plan that is tailored to their specific needs, not what is best for the doctor.

biography

Dr. Powell has continued to pass rigorous standards required to maintain certification by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He is proud to be a member of an independent medical practice that allows him to provide top quality care in a cost-effective...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

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

  • University Of Missouri, Columbia, Mo

    Undergraduate School

  • St Louis University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • St Louis University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of Missouri School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Hshs Medical Group Pulmonology Specialty Clinic-Effingham900 W Temple Ave Ste 2500 Effingham, IL 62401
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
  • Directions

Practice

Signature Medical Group Inc9323 Phoenix Village Pkwy O Fallon, MO 63368
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital503 N Maple St Effingham, IL 62401
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HSHS Holy Family Hospital In Greenville200 Health Care Dr Greenville, IL 62246
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital

    201 S Pine St
    Shelbyville, IL 62565

  • Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

    1000 Health Center Dr
    Mattoon, IL 61938

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

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

    6% higher than the national average

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

    6% higher than the national average

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  • HSHS Holy Family Hospital

    200 Health Care Dr
    Greenville, IL 62246

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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