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Dr. Michael Haak, MD

Dr. Michael Haak, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Haak, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Danville, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital and Geisinger Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

100 N Academy Ave Danville, PA 17822

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Haak is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center Danville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Haak specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Haak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Haak

4.5
30 ratings, 19 with a written review
5 star
83%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
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2 star
10%
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1 star
3%
3%

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lumbar laminectomy
Dr Haak did what he told me and the healing is better than expected
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
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Dennis Curtin – Apr 03, 2025
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Excellent Care Plan and Surgery
Working with Dr. Haak was exceptional from the initial consultation to the recovery. My cervical nerve damage was getting to point where I was having facial paralysis and chronic headaches and those issues are no longer present. He was very forthcoming from the beginning about trying alternate courses of therapy other than surgery but with the partial facial paralysis, it soon became evident surgery was needed. The other members of his care team are outstanding. I will be consulting with him for lower back surgery when the time is appropriate and am very thankful for his experience and professionalism. I have since recommended him to others in need of professional orthopedic surgical care.
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
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Nick Telesky – Jul 11, 2024
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Amazing
I had a spinal fusion in March 2024 and to say that my experience was one of a kind would be an understatement! Dr Haak and the staff at Geisinger were upfront, honest, caring, empathetic to my needs and very friendly! I had to travel 8.5 hrs to PA for my surgery and would do it all over again with this team of professionals! Thank you!!
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
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Christy G. – Jun 03, 2024
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Amazing
Dr. Haak is an AMAZING surgeon! He was very upfront, thorough, detailed and exact to point. Reassuring every step of the way. C 5-7 replacements. 1 year scheduled for PT and rehab, I finished in 3 months !!! Released back to work full duty with very little to NO PAIN or discomfort. Some soreness when I work hard or strenuous, I am a diesel technician. Very thankful for your work and expertise. Bless you Dr. Haak. You truly have saved my life. Eternally grateful.
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
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Chad Freeman – Mar 16, 2024
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I would recommend Dr. Haak
very good he did a great job on my neck thank you Dr. Haak
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
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Linda L Smith – Feb 19, 2024
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Back Surgery
Dr Haak is to the piont no milking it. Upfront with everything. Thank you. My back is doing great. We need more like him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 29, 2024
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Dr. Haak is an outstanding surgeon. He will tell you exactly how it is and exactly what to expect. My recovery has been way easier than what I thought it would be and the care team has been there every step of the way. I can now say I am able to wake up and go through my day pain free which is something I haven't been able to do in 2 years. Hands down the best choice and best Dr. To have through it all!
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
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Jun 20, 2023
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KMF lower left lumbar decompress
100% awesome. Procedure was perfect. Treatment and PAs have been great and helpful with everything. You all are aces. I'm so very appreciative of everything that was done for me in the absolute worst time in my life. I feel better than I have in many years. Thank you.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Kevin M Ferris – Apr 05, 2023
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Dr Haak has been my surgeon for two (2) of my procedures. Both times he has been excellent. I could not have asked for a better doctor.
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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TIMOTHY W STITZEL – Nov 25, 2021
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Absolutely. I could not be more pleased. He is direct and no nonsense but I’m trilled that I chose him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Gregory Reed – Aug 27, 2021
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Dr Haak and his team are very friendly and explained everything about the surgery. If I had any questions about the surgery at any time, they would take the time to answer them. I am very satisfied with the surgery and the recovery process.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jul 16, 2021
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Dr. Haak and his team are great. They explained what they were going to do during the surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 05, 2021
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I've had 2 microdiscectomy surgeries with Dr Haak and been very pleased with the results.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Michael – Dec 14, 2020
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Dr haak was very helpful ad I have to praise him every day,what a great job he did for my back.had it done 2 years ago, and doing great .thank you dr haak.god bless anna
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Anna Dieffenbach – Sep 27, 2020
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Dr. Haak was very friendly and knowledgeable and offered many options to take care of my pinched sciatic. He spent enough time with me during the visit and answered all of my questions and concerns. This is the second spine operation he has done on me and I am extremely pleased with both outcomes. I now have great quality of life!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Jun 10, 2020
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Very trustworthy! Very caring
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Grace Valencia – Apr 21, 2020
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It was good
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Apr 06, 2020
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My experience was great I hope to see him as I continue to progress
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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ThomS Nicola – Mar 05, 2020
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In 2012 Dr. Haak performed a microdiscectomy on me and I have to say 4 years later and I have never felt better. Not only was the surgery fantastic and went off without a hitch but I have never had to go back to pain meds for my herniation. Thanks Dr. Haak!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
11 others found this helpful
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Nicole P in Chicago, IL – Jan 29, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Haak, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Danville, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital and Geisinger Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Select Specialty Hospital-Danville100 N Academy Ave Danville, PA 17822
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Practice

Geisinger-Orthopaedics Wilkes-Barre1175 E Mountain Blvd Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Geisinger Bloomsburg Hospital

    549 Fair St
    Bloomsburg, PA 17815

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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  • Geisinger Medical Center

    100 N Academy Ave
    Danville, PA 17822
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    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

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    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

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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