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Dr. Chad Kovala, DO

Dr. Chad Kovala, DO

Emergency Medicine*

Dr. Chad Kovala, DO is an emergency medicine specialist in Rochester, MI. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Dukes Memorial Hospital and Dupont Hospital.

1.7 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 1.7 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

1101 W University Dr Rochester, MI 48307

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kovala specializes in the area of Emergency Medicine. See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Kovala's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kovala

1.7
6 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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Extremely disrespectful
I would not recommend this doctor to anybody looking to seek care. He treated my partner with extreme disrespect, expecting him to know exactly what he needed in a time of extreme crisis. He was rude, dismissing, and told to just go home and drink water (for a medical condition). I am extremely unhappy with this, especially in a time of medical crisis.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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May 02, 2023
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He was patient and precise in stitching up a gash in my 93 year old mother's forearm. It took 14 stitches. The wound has healed well even given that my mother's skin is so thin and fragile. Nurses, doctors and wound care have all remarked on how well the stitching was performed. Thank you Dr. Kovala.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ellene Peters – Aug 23, 2022
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He shamed my grandma’s heart nurse for sending us to the ER after abnormal bloodwork with “critical”potassium levels. Her nurse was correct, she had dangerous levels and was kept for observation. He tried to make us feel guilty for being there.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 12, 2022
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If you want a doctor who will gaslight you and make you feel wrong for asking for help, you’ll find it here.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Anonymous – Apr 24, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Chad Kovala, DO is an emergency medicine specialist in Rochester, MI. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Dukes Memorial Hospital and Dupont Hospital.
  • Emergency Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine®
Emergency Medicine
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital1101 W University Dr Rochester, MI 48307
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Lutheran Hospital of Indiana Lab7950 W Jefferson Blvd Fort Wayne, IN 46804
2

Practice

McLaren Thumb Region1100 S Van Dyke Rd Bad Axe, MI 48413
3

Practice

Select Specialty Hospital-Flint401 S Ballenger Hwy Flint, MI 48532
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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

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    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
  • McLaren Greater Lansing

    2900 Collins Rd
    Lansing, MI 48910

    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

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Dukes Memorial Hospital

    275 W 12th St
    Peru, IN 46970

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

    87%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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