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Dr. John Stark, MD

Dr. John Stark, MD

Orthopedic Spine Reconstructive Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. John Stark, MD is an orthopedic spine reconstructive surgery specialist in Minneapolis, MN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Luke's Hospital and Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

825 Nicollet Mall Ste 715 Minneapolis, MN 55402

Make an Appointment

(612) 332-2324

At a Glance

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

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stark

3.5

23 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
57%
57%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
9%
9%
1 Star
30%
30%

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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
5 people found this helpful
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Bruni in Minneapolis, MN – Apr 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cruz in Hopkins, MN – Mar 22, 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
  • Long wait times
13 people found this helpful
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Carol ramstad in Saint Paul – Aug 06, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
10 people found this helpful
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Janet F in Minneapolis, MN – Apr 12, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 people found this helpful
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Minneapolis, MN – Mar 02, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dennis Twistol in Aitkin Mn. – Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Stark, MD is an orthopedic spine reconstructive surgery specialist in Minneapolis, MN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1976. He is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Reconstructive 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.

  • Hennepin County Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • St. Olaf College

    Undergraduate School

  • Minneapolis Va Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1981

  • University Of Minnesota Medical School

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Stark Specialty Orthopaedics Stark Clinic825 Nicollet Mall Ste 715 Minneapolis, MN 55402
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Hospital

    915 E 1st St
    Duluth, MN 55805
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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.

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

    5% higher than the national average

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

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital

    1601 Golf Course Rd
    Grand Rapids, MN 55744

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

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

    1% lower than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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