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Dr. Mark Smolik, MD

Dr. Mark Smolik, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Smolik, MD is a general surgeon in West Des Moines, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

1755 59th Pl West Des Moines, IA 50266

Make an Appointment

(515) 358-8000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Smolik is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center Des Moines, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Smolik specializes in the area of General 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. Smolik's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smolik

4.4

24 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
79%
79%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
8%
8%

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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
Helpful
Karen Byrd-Ellis – Aug 21, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 19, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 19, 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
Helpful
Rachel in Perry, IA – Nov 23, 2018
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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
Helpful
Ottumwa, Iowa – Apr 26, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 16, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Mark Smolik, MD is a general surgeon in West Des Moines, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

  • Bariatric Surgery

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  • Vet Affairs Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of South Dakota Sanford School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Mercyone West Des Moines Medical Center1755 59th Pl West Des Moines, IA 50266
1
Mercyone Des Moines Bariatric Surgery5901 Westown Pkwy Ste 240 West Des Moines, IA 50266
2

Practice

Mercy Cancer Center Radiation Oncology411 Laurel St Des Moines, IA 50314
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave
    Des Moines, IA 50314
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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