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Dr. Thomas Kowalkowski, DO

Dr. Thomas Kowalkowski, DO

Pain Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Kowalkowski, DO is a pain medicine physician in Sartell, MN and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with Mille Lacs Health System. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

2301 Connecticut Ave S Sartell, MN 56377

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kowalkowski specializes in the area of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. See board certifications
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Kowalkowski's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kowalkowski

3.2
32 ratings, 14 with a written review
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3 star
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He’s a great doctor, helps with all aspects
Telehealth
They are very friendly fairy, and they get your treatments done in an effective, safe manner. Very professional and helpful. I would highly recommend great staff.
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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Jan 11, 2025
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Patient
Telehealth
If you are looking for excellent personal care, look no further. The local hospital does not want to support excellent doctors like Dr. Kowakowski. They prefer to make you wait 3 months in order to see a NP with no experience
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
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 07, 2024
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Great dr
Dr Kowalski treats his patience like family I would recommend anyone I know to come to see him because he care for his patience 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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Lorie traut – Jun 04, 2024
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It worked great for me. 5 years at a time
Great clinic, they have helped me for years.
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
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 07, 2023
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Patient
Great doctor and clinic. They really care
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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Darren Schaffer – Jan 27, 2023
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Ippmc is the best pain clinic. I have treated great
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
4 others found this helpful
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Janet Lemke – Dec 13, 2022
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You are awsome did more for me then health east ever did
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
4 others found this helpful
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Nov 30, 2022
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Glad I found this clinic and staff
My experiences with Dr. K & the entire staff have been excellent the past 5 months. Dr. K spent whatever time was needed with me (and my spouse) to explain my conditions, his diagnosis, treatment options, and to answer all my questions. I never felt rushed. Steroid injections and one RF cervical facet ablation worked awesome. The receptionists have been great in reminding me of appointments…and have been extremely friendly. I also like that they have an in-house MRI with staff….so if I needed an MRI it could be done that day. The nurses have all been extremely professional and friendly. I reserve my greatest compliments to my PT, Paul. He is amazing. He is not the typical PT. He has training in kinesiology and understands sports medicine. He explained the “why” of my pain issues and my personalized excercise program. He is like a body engineer. My core and functional strength is much improved…and I now know the “why” of what I need to do to minimize & prevent back pain
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
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Kevin McGrew – May 09, 2022
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Very unprofessional! I sat in his room for 5-6hrs. Mostly just waiting. Finally, he decided he wanted to do “a couple” injections. I was told they would be relatively painless so I opted not to have sedation as it would have taken longer and I had already been there all day without anyone coming in to ask if I needed a drink or anything. During the procedure I tensed up from the pain and he yelled at me that I should’ve had sedation. Finally after about 50 injections I was free to go and I was in worse pain than I had been before. Went to regular doctor the next day and they did a CT scan to find that there was a fluid spot on my lung, most likely because he had punctured it with the needle. Dr K. also frequently yelled at his staff in front of patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Aug 06, 2019
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I took my daughter to IPPMC for physical therapy and for a sports related injury. IPPMC was professional and the facility is absolutely beautiful. They offer every aspect needed for injury...state of the art gym, therapeutic pool, hot tub, MRI lab, and the staff from Dr. Kowalkowski to the staff who welcomes you to IPPMC was great! We have been to many other clinics in town who claim to offer pain management or physical therapy only to find out they only offer injections or give your child a pie
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
4 others found this helpful
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Korey S. in Sartell, MN – Sep 28, 2018
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I went there for over a year and within a year they did at least 20 injections in my back none in which lasted longer than a day. They also did for MRIs. So if you have a good insurance they will be more than happy to put 20 injections and you and rack up the insurance bill.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Brainerd, MN – May 16, 2017
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Thank you Dr. Thomas for helping me with my spine pain. The clinic is always in great shape- clean and crisp. I enjoy my visit there everyday. The staffs are great. Much recommended to everyone.
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
3 others found this helpful
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John in Nisswa, MN – Aug 22, 2016
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I had been suffering with headaches for a long time. But after my visit at IPPMC, my headaches has reduced significantly. I saw few other therapies but always tend to go back to IPPMC. The staffs are always comforting and welcoming.
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
2 others found this helpful
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laurie in Minneapolis, MN – May 23, 2016
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Will not discuss test findings, even when questioned directly. Doesn't seem to listen just treats with injections.
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
  • Long wait times
14 others found this helpful
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Fritzi in Sartell, MN – Feb 17, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Thomas Kowalkowski, DO is a pain medicine physician in Sartell, MN and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with Mille Lacs Health System. He is accepting new patients.
  • Pain Medicine

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  • University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Locations

Practice

Interventional Pain and Physical Medicine Clinic2301 Connecticut Ave S Sartell, MN 56377
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Practice

Howard Young Medical Center Inc.240 Maple St Woodruff, WI 54568
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mille Lacs Health System

    200 Elm St N
    Onamia, MN 56359

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

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    3% higher than the national average

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