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Dr. Joseph Mlakar, MD

Dr. Joseph Mlakar, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Mlakar, MD is a plastic surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Dupont Hospital and Parkview Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

9933 DuPont Circle Dr W Ste 120 Fort Wayne, IN 46825

Make an Appointment

(260) 490-4673

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Mlakar is affiliated with Parkview Regional Medical Center Fort Wayne, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Mlakar specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Mlakar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mlakar

4.4

30 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
13%
13%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 12, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Connie Carroll in Goshen, IN – Mar 06, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa Coy in Fort Wayne, IN – Jan 24, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tia McDonald in Columbia City , IN – Sep 20, 2018
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Fort Wayne , IN – Jun 24, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Natalie S. in Fort Wayne – Jul 12, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
KS in Fort Wayne, IN – Mar 15, 2016
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lydia Gettys in Fort Wayne IN – Dec 24, 2015
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Cosmetic Surgery Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

We're here to help people.  We deal with babies, older people, and mainly people in between.  We help people with skin cancer and breast cancer.  We help babies born with congenital deformity such as cleft lip and palate.  We...read more

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive 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.

  • Children's Hospital Usc School Med

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • Shriners Hospital University Tex Med Br

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • Gramec

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Butterworth Hosp-mich St University

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • Butterworth Hospital Mich St University

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • Northeast Ohio Medical University

    Medical School, 1985

  • Kent State University

    Undergraduate School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Plastic Surgery Innovations PC9933 DuPont Circle Dr W Ste 120 Fort Wayne, IN 46825
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Parkview Regional Medical Center

    11109 Parkview Plaza Dr
    Fort Wayne, IN 46845
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Dupont Hospital

    2520 E DuPont Rd
    Fort Wayne, IN 46825
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence 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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Parkview Whitley Hospital

    1260 E State Road 205
    Columbia City, IN 46725

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

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

    1% higher than the national average

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

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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