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Dr. Michael Opalak, MD

Dr. Michael Opalak, MD

Neurosurgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Opalak, MD is a neurosurgeon in Bridgeport, CT and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities Griffin Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

340 Capitol Ave Bridgeport, CT 06606

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Opalak is affiliated with Griffin Hospital Derby, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Opalak specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. 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. Opalak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Opalak

4.5
8 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Dr. Opalak did great work. I am feeling great after my neck surgery.
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
Helpful
Bethel, CT – Jan 10, 2019
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Dr.Opalak did a spinal fusion on my husband in 2004 and in 2018.He is very friendly, very compassionate, he takes times to explain things and he listens to you.He is a wonderful Doctor
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Shelton – Feb 05, 2018
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Love Him ! Very honest & thorough . Patient & kind. I've been with him since 2007 and he successfully and professionally performed my neck fusions with compassion. Wouldn't go anywhere else . His staff especially AnneMarie always answers any questions and handles all paperwork in a timely and friendly manner. I highly recommend him. He would not operate on me until I quit smoking for 3 months and I did so successfully and continue to be smoke free. He basically saved my 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
19 others found this helpful
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Donna Belade in Monroe, Conn – Dec 22, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Opalak, MD is a neurosurgeon in Bridgeport, CT and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities Griffin Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Alaska / Anchorage Campus

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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  • English

  • French

Locations

Practice

Michael E Opalak MD PC340 Capitol Ave Bridgeport, CT 06606
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Practice

Office2890 Main St Ste D Stratford, CT 06614
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Griffin Hospital

    130 Division St
    Derby, CT 06418
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Bridgeport Hospital

    267 Grant St
    Bridgeport, CT 06610
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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