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Dr. Joseph Koscielniak Jr, MD

Dr. Joseph Koscielniak Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Koscielniak Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Merrillville, IN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Mary Medical Center and Franciscan Health Crown Point. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

5587 Broadway Merrillville, IN 46410

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Dr. Koscielniak Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Koscielniak Jr

4.5
25 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Best Orthopedic Doctor in NW Indiana
I have been going to Doc Joe ever since my parents were going to him in the 90's. He has taken care of my knees, elbows, shoulders, trigger finger, and even a severely fractured pinky toe. I would & have recommended him to friends & family for years! There a only 3 Doctors I truly trust with my life, and Doc Joe is one of them. He's like family!
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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Iu_mark – Feb 11, 2025
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Best Dr. I have been to and would recommend anyone to 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
What could be improved
No results
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Mark – Oct 25, 2023
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DrJoe is the very best. Staff got my husband in pretty quick to see him after a fall which sent him to the ER. Hubby had to have extensive shoulder work done. Dr Was very patient, answered all our questions, explained the surgery. Now I’m going to have knee surgery & Im totally confident in him doing it.
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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Priscilla – Apr 24, 2021
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Dr. Koscielniak is the most caring Dr. I have ever met. he replaced my knee a few years ago and recently repaired my shoulder. he has personally called to check on me while recovering at home ( which most Dr.'s just don't do).Your care is his top priority.The staff at his office is amazing as well, they will bend over backwards to help you with everything including work forms, related charges etc. If you're reading these reviews in search of a Great Ortho Dr.,go see Dr. K, you won't be disappointed.
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
4 others found this helpful
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James Mikolajczak – Jan 01, 2020
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Dr. K replaced my knee in 2005 ! Great job my only regret is I waited to have it done! He has helped with my other knee though out the years now that is time to replace it I would not have anyone but Dr. Kosceliniak!
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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Rick Sullivan – Sep 12, 2019
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An urgent care unit recommended that I visit an Orthopedic if it does not get better after 2 weeks. It took me a week to get an appointment. Dr. Koscielniak shows care, listens and certainly takes enough to understand the injury and complaints. I had one follow up visit. He did not only apply the cast, but also ensured that my thumb had room to move. I appreciated the extra attention to that. His staff is nice, polite, and professional, and keeps their promises regarding any follow-up.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Sabine Miller in Merrillville IN – Feb 16, 2018
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Dr. is extremely knowledgeable, confident and self assured making it easy to believe and trust him. My knee was very messed up from yrs. of abuse. He stated that he could repair as long as I was willing to do the rehab to make it strong.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Crown Point, IN – Mar 04, 2017
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Dr. Joseph Koscielniak Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Merrillville, IN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Mary...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

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

Practice

Orthopaedics Inc. of Indiana5587 Broadway Merrillville, IN 46410
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Mary Medical Center

    1500 S Lake Park Ave
    Hobart, IN 46342
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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

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    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

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

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  • Franciscan Health Crown Point

    12750 Saint Francis Dr
    Crown Point, IN 46307
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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