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Dr. Don Kovalsky, MD

Dr. Don Kovalsky, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Don Kovalsky, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Mount Vernon, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Health Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 50 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (50 reviews)

Practice

4121 Veterans Memorial Dr Mount Vernon, IL 62864

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(618) 242-8887

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Dr. Kovalsky's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kovalsky

4.3
50 ratings, 34 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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Had a good meeting.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 15, 2023
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Dr. Kavalsky
Dr. Kavalsky is the most professional and greatest Dr’s. I have ever had and he treats my every need (problem - situation) with the utmost care always!!…….Thank-You Dr. Kavalsky!!Sharon Mullinax - Patient
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Sharon Mullinax – Jul 15, 2023
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Follow up
Great Dr. and kind and friendly staff.
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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Mar 17, 2023
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Could not be more pleased with my visit to him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kimber Arendell – Mar 10, 2023
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Cares about your progress
Dr. Kovalsky takes the time to explain everything, each medication, diagnosis, prognosis, and step by step process. He is patient with your needs, even when things change for you, and makes sure you are comfortable and have what is needed before he leaves the room. I’ve never left feeling like I’m confused or frustrated. I only wish I had started seeing him years ago.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 12, 2023
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Definitely recommend Dr Kovalsky
Dr Kovalsky is very caring and easy to talk to. He’s had years of experience as an orthopedic surgeon. I’ve seen him for several years and wouldn’t want to change doctors. He knows his business.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Bad back Ellen – Feb 10, 2023
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DR TAKES TIME WITH HIS PATIENTS AND IS CONCERNED WITH THEIR PROBLRMS AND TRIES TO ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS THAT A PATIENT MIGHT HAVE HE IS A VERY GOOD DR
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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PHYLLIS MAYBERRY – Feb 02, 2023
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I like the way Dr Kovolsky listens to me and shows concern he is a great Person
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
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Katrena Sharp – Feb 01, 2023
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Excellent visit
Received much better info about my neck problems. Reassured me he will do all he can.
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
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Aug 30, 2022
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He explained what was probably causing my pain. Options and his opinion what I should do bbused terms
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
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Aug 14, 2022
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Dr Kovalsky and his staff are very professional as well as very caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 02, 2022
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Doctor Kovalsky is a great doctor. He finds the issue and fixes it. He talks with you and makes you feel cared for as a patient.
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
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Kelly Curless – Jan 15, 2022
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He always explains everything that I ask. He’s kind and compassionate; always trying to help find a solution. Thank you Dr. Kovalsky for helping me.
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
  • Long wait times
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Nov 24, 2021
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Dr. Kovalsky has been my back doctor since 2011. He has operated on my spine 3 times for 3 different injuries...cervical, S.I. joint and lumbar. He has always been the best! I was never nervous prior to my surgeries. He has helped me tremendously with my back pain. I still go to his clinic every 3 months for pain management for arthritis and other back issues which are not surgical problems. I would recommend him and his team to anyone!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Debbie Boughers – May 20, 2021
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Love Dr Kovalsky! Kind, understanding, makes sure to explain in a way you understand and then asks if he could explain anything better for you.
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
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Janet Beckley – May 14, 2021
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He was great.Explained everything to me.I really liked him.I would recommend him!!
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
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May 11, 2021
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visit was good as always Dr. Kovalsky is very good and concerned about your problems and listens to all you have to say
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
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tom parkinson jr – Apr 09, 2021
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it was the best visit ever .dr. told me what my health problem was in just 1 visit compair to 2 other doctor playing with my health for 11 month.he was very up front and honest .he was very polite and friendly.i really liked him and would reccommend him to anyone about a great orthopedic doc .and his staff were great too always a smile on their face and very friendly .i would like to say to all of you thank you very much. i now have a better out look on my health now thanks to dr. kovalski.
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
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Sandra Mulvey – Feb 11, 2021
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I was very impressed by how thorough his physical exam was and the right on questions he asked. I was also glad to hear him ask if I had any questions for him, not rushed but wanted to inform. Yes, I would definitely recommend him.
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
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Jan 29, 2021
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Professional, thorough, sense of humor, easy to talk to and understand.
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
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Oct 16, 2020
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Dr. Don Kovalsky, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Mount Vernon, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Good Samaritan Regional Health Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
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Practice

Orthopaedic Center of Southern Illinois LTD.4121 Veterans Memorial Dr Mount Vernon, IL 62864
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Good Samaritan Regional Health Center

    1 Good Samaritan Way
    Mount Vernon, IL 62864

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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