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Dr. Mark Kotapka, MD

Dr. Mark Kotapka, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Kotapka, MD is a neurosurgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital and Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 54 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (54 reviews)

Locations

Practice

Einstein Neuro Surgery at Klein5401 Old York Rd Ste 400 Philadelphia, PA 19141
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New Patient?
(484) 393-5736
Einstein Neuro Surgery at Plymouth Mtg633 W Germantown Pike Ste 105 Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
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New Patient?
(484) 393-5736
Einstein Neuro Surgery at Collegeville100 Market St Ste 300 Collegeville, PA 19426
3
New Patient?
(484) 393-5736
Einstein Neuro Surgery at King of Prussia210 Mall Blvd Ste 101 King of Prussia, PA 19406
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New Patient?
(484) 393-5736

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kotapka is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital East Norriton, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Kotapka is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Kotapka specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalCranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Quiet HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals

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Dr. Kotapka's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kotapka

4.8

54 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
85%
85%
4 Star
13%
13%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
2%
2%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Michele Gow – Nov 26, 2024
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Thank you so much for the positive review!
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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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Marci Whitman – Dec 05, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Timothy Strapp – Aug 16, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
JASMINE in PHILADELPHIA – Jul 16, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gina in Lansdale, PA – Jun 29, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rosemary in Philadelphia, PA – Sep 13, 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
10 people found this helpful
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Jillian Harbison in Collegeville, PA – Jul 20, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kotapka is the Chairman of the Division of Neurosurgery at Einstein. He treats benign and malignant tumors of the brain, including pituitary and cranial base. He also has special interest in the treatment of cerebral aneurysms, degenerative...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Kotapka is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital

      559 W Germantown Pike
      East Norriton, PA 19403
      Recipient of 22
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital

      5501 Old York Rd
      Philadelphia, PA 19141
      Recipient of 18
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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