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Dr. David Hart

Dr. David Hart

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Hart is an orthopedic surgeon in Cedar Rapids, IA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center and Compass Memorial Healthcare. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1075 1st Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Make an Appointment

(319) 558-4800

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hart is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Jones Regional Medical Center Anamosa, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hart specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hart's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hart

4.3
17 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Dr. Hart is very respectful and pleasant to talk to. He takes the time to listen to me and he has won my complete trust in him. I recommend him to my friends and family whenever one of them tells me they are having knee or shoulder issues. Dr. Hart is the only doctor that has been successful in treating my shoulder pain. I am so thankful for his expertise.
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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Amy Davis – Aug 18, 2021
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Consummate professional. Very compassionate. He's been treating my old, aching knees for years before I made the decision it was time to replace my knee. He did a total knee replacement 4 weeks ago. Already my knee feels and works better than my old knee. I couldn't be happier with the surgery and the outcome. I know many people who speak highly of him and I agree. If you need an orthopedic Dr, he's the one to go to.
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
Bobbie Peters in Marion, IA – Apr 27, 2018
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I had a rotator cuff tear procedure performed by a different surgeon which failed and tore again. I then consulted Dr Hart, who recommended a total shoulder replacement procedure. I found Dr Hart to be courteous, compassionate, and professional. He explained the procedure in easy-to-understand detail including its advantages and limitations. After the procedure, I have much improved strength and range-of-motion with the shoulder. I highly recommend Dr Hart to anyone with a shoulder problem.
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
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Bob Zander in Marion – Apr 21, 2018
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Dr. Hart is the best. I had both my knees replaced and they are great. Dr. Hart took the time to explain what the procedure would be and suggested which knee to be first. I was told that therapy and recuperation would be long but I was up and about in 8 weeks . I would recommend him for any one that is having problems with their knees
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
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Donald Dodd in Cedar Rapids – Apr 09, 2018
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I'm a disabled patient with a torn labrum in the left shoulder. Dr. Hart has refused to give me any kind of pain meds and falisifed my medical records by putting my active problem was a finger sprain. Arthrogram clearly indicated the tear. He does not work well with disabled patients. He was extremely rude and arrogant to my husband and I and basically told me I was a 30 minutes or less in and out case and that if I wanted pain meds to get it from my regular doctors. go elsewhere.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Erin Spellman in Cedar Rapids, IA – May 04, 2017
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I messed around with two family doctors for over a year. One visit to Dr Hart and he knew what was wrong with my shoulder and knew how to fix it. One week after my motion is back with minimal pain.
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
12 others found this helpful
Helpful
Andrew Bowers in Cedar Rapids, IA – Feb 04, 2016
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About Me

biography

American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, active member;

Arthroscopy Association of North America, active member;

Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery;

Team Physician, Coe College, since 1989

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Orth/arth Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1989

  • Alfred I Dupont Institute

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • Alfred I. Dupont Institute

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • North Carolina Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983

  • University Of Iowa, Bs, With High Distinction

    Undergraduate School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Surgery Center Cedar Rapids1075 1st Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1

Practice

Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids701 10th St SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
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Office275 10th St SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Compass Memorial Healthcare

    300 W May St
    Marengo, IA 52301

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

    95%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    93%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    11% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Veterans Memorial Hospital

    40 1st St SE
    Waukon, IA 52172

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

    93%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    16% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UnityPoint Health-Jones Regional Medical Center

    1795 Highway 64 E
    Anamosa, IA 52205
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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