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Dr. John Stark, MD

Dr. John Stark, MD

Orthopedic Spine Reconstructive Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. John Stark, MD is an orthopedic spine reconstructive surgery specialist in Minneapolis, MN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Luke's Hospital and Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

825 Nicollet Mall Ste 715 Minneapolis, MN 55402

Make an Appointment

(612) 332-2324

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Stark specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Stark's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stark

3.5
23 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
57%
57%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
9%
9%
1 star
30%
30%

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Great doctor. Took the time to listen and made me feel special. Kind, generous with his time and smart. Finally someone that knows what I have. Highly recomend.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Bruni in Minneapolis, MN – Apr 07, 2017
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Very impressed by his knowledge and bed side manner. He listened and made me feel that I was his most important patient. He explained my condition in detail like no one has ever explained before. I have been in pain for many years. My care has been transferred back and forth between pain clinics and doctors; Dr. Stark took the time to examine me, listen and patiently explain my condition and what I should expect. Very, very, very grateful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Cruz in Hopkins, MN – Mar 22, 2017
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Never would recommend to anyone ever!!! Arrogant, mean, pompus, rude and so full of himself he puts his patients in danger. Stay clear of this so called doctor. He has no compassion for anyone but himself.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
13 others found this helpful
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Carol ramstad in Saint Paul – Aug 06, 2016
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He was very curt and rude when I told him I was still having pain after my back surgery. He said only women have pain and I needed to buck up. After enduring 5 years of pain, I went to a neurosurgeon who was able to fix some of the problem, but 5 years of nerve damage was too long for a full recovery. I only went there because I could get in quickly. Big mistake.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Janet F in Minneapolis, MN – Apr 12, 2016
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I was referred to Dr. Stark for treatment of AVN of my hip. I arrived with my X-rays, medical records and diagnosis, as well as told Dr. Stark that I had advanced AVN and a very unstable hip. He replied, I'll be the judge of that! and without looking at my records or films promptly began manipulating my leg. When I flinched in pain he snapped at me, I'm not going to hurt you! I told him that he WAS hurting me and he did not seem to believe me. Not my idea of a good physician.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 others found this helpful
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Minneapolis, MN – Mar 02, 2016
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He paralyzed me and told my wife after surgury (quote) he will never walk again and there was spinal fluid all over in there. After my june 2005 45 mn. decompression on L4-L5. however no other witnesses were present. After my transfer to the va. Mpls he asked Va. neuro dr. if he had possibly ripped a nerve. Va. Doc. said he could not be sure? Stark was therefore off the hook. I have been paralyzed for over ten years now. I would not let Stark operate on my akc certified Irish Setters or Golden
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dennis Twistol in Aitkin Mn. – Dec 31, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Stark, MD is an orthopedic spine reconstructive surgery specialist in Minneapolis, MN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1976. He is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Reconstructive Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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

  • Hennepin County Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • St. Olaf College

    Undergraduate School

  • Minneapolis Va Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1981

  • University Of Minnesota Medical School

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Stark Specialty Orthopaedics Stark Clinic825 Nicollet Mall Ste 715 Minneapolis, MN 55402
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Hospital

    915 E 1st St
    Duluth, MN 55805
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital

    1601 Golf Course Rd
    Grand Rapids, MN 55744

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

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

    1% lower than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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