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Dr. Ron Clark, MD

Dr. Ron Clark, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Ron Clark, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Yuma, AZ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1986. He is affiliated with Ocean Beach Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

1743 W 24th St Yuma, AZ 85364

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Clark specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Clark's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Clark

4.2

33 ratings, 15 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 16, 2024
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Richard l williams – Jun 14, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Jun 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Chris D. – Apr 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Loomis – Mar 10, 2020
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Sue Tuthill – Feb 16, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Doug wollan – Nov 22, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Bernadette – Oct 06, 2019
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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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Beatrice in Yuma – Dec 19, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Chandler, AZ – Nov 08, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Yuma, AZ – May 23, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Yuma, AZ – Feb 08, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Phoenix, AZ – Jan 29, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
10 people found this helpful
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Marilyn in Wellton AZ – Jun 11, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
16 people found this helpful
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Mc Hector in Somerton, AZ – Mar 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Each patient is important to Dr. Clark and he listens to each individual's concerns. Following a personal interview and examination, Dr. Clark will give an explanation using non-medical terms to educate his patient related to their condition and...read more

biography

Dr. Ron Clark says that his greatest satisfaction is helping people find relief of their bone and joint problems. He takes time to ensure that all questions that his patients have are answered in a way that most people can understand. He uses state...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow 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.

  • Western Surgery Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992
  • University Of Texas Med Branch Galveston

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston|university Of Texas Med Branch Galveston

    Internship Hospital, 1987
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 1986
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • English

  • Spanish

  • Clark, R.: Provisional percutaneous pin fixation for arthroscopic suture-less rotator cuff repairs. Orthopedics 27:1241-1243, 2004

  • Clark, R., Anderson, M.B., Johnson, B.A., Moore, D.E., and Herbert, F.D.: The clinical value of radiologists' interpretation of perioperative radiographs of orthopaedic patients. Orthopedics 19:1003-1007,, 1996

  • Clark, R., and Thurston, N.K.: The future of orthopedics in the United States: An analysis of the effects of managed care in the face of an excess supply of orthopedic surgeons. Arthroscopy 16:116-120, 2000

  • Clark, R.: (letter) J Bone and Joint Surg 75(A):1417,, 1993

  • Ivey, F.M. & Clark, R.: Arthroscopic debridement of the knee for adult septic arthritis. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, 199: 201-206, 1985, 1985

  • Calhoun, J.; Allen, B.L., Meek-Chilton, J., Ferguson, R.L., & Clark, R.: Computer aided instruction in orthopaedics. Orthopedic Clinics of North America, 17(4): 599-604, 1986

  • Goble, E.M., Clark, R., Somers, K., and Olsen, R.: The development of suture anchors for use in soft tissue fixation to bone. Am J Sport Med 22:236-239, 1994

  • Levine, J.D., Clark, R., Devor, M., Helms, C., Moskowitz, M., & Basbaum, A.: Intraneuronal substance P contributes to the severity of experimental arthritis. Science, 226: 547-549, 1984, November 2

  • Barber, F.A., Sanders, J.O., and Clark, R.: Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in the skeletally immature high-performance athlete: What to do and when to do it? Arthroscopy 16:391-394, 2000

  • Clark, R.: The Current state of orthopaedic residency programs. Surgical Rounds for Orthopaedics, 3(5): 37-40, 1989

  • Clark, R., Olsen, R., Goble, E.M., Larson, B, & Farrer, R.P: Cross Pin Femoral Fixation: A new technique for hamstring ACL reconstruction of the knee. Arthroscopy 14:258-267, 1998

  • Clark, R., Evans, E.B., Ivey, F.M., & Calhoun, J.H: Characteristics of successful and unsuccessful applicants to orthopedic residency programs. Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, 241: 257-263, 1989

  • Clark, R.: Suture-less repair of the rotator cuff. Orthopedic Technology Review 3:18-21, 2001

  • Reviewer of the Year. Arthroscopy, The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery, 2004

  • honored lecturer, 15th Annual Meeting of the Arthroscopy and Reconstructive Surgery Association of Mexico., June 5, 20

Locations

Practice

Stanton J Cohen DPM PC1743 W 24th St Yuma, AZ 85364
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ocean Beach Hospital

    174 1st Ave N
    Ilwaco, WA 98624

    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

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

    6% lower than the national average

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