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Dr. Vern Prochaska, MD

Dr. Vern Prochaska, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Vern Prochaska, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Park Rapids, MN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University in 1989. He is affiliated with CHI St. Joseph's Health. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (17 reviews)

CHI St. Joseph's Health Orthopedics

600 Pleasant Ave S Park Rapids, MN 56470

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Dr. Prochaska's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Prochaska

4.7
17 ratings, 12 with a written review
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He's intelligent and does his job exceptionally well. I feel like I'm in good hands. [...].
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 08, 2025
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Caring professional
Dr. Prochaska and the whole staff was attentive and caring. The Doc listened carefully and presented thoughtful responses and treatments for my injury.
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 04, 2025
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Dr Prochaska listens, cares, reviews my MRI or Xray results with me. Makes sure I understand. Answers my questions in terms I can understand. Gives me options and lets me decide what I'd like to do. He's extremely professional but kind. I always recommend him to everyone with issues.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 01, 2024
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Went through MRI, discussed options and made plan A and plan B just in case. Definitely would recommend
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 14, 2024
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I was very impressed with the doctor! It was my first time seeing him & I really liked him!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 03, 2024
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Already have recommended to someone who will be getting knee done. Dr. Prochaska is excellent
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 31, 2024
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Explaned my problem and how to treated would help me. I would highly recommend this office and the staff to everyone.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 26, 2024
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I've been very impressed with Dr Prochaska
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 25, 2024
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The doctor did an excellent job of identifying the issue and recommending treatment. He also remembered me from my last visit. I really appreciated that. The doctor, nurse, and staff were all excellent.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2024
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Highly recommend Dr. Prochska!!!
Very professional, caring and attentive. Does excellent surgery.
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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Steven Johnson – Apr 07, 2022
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I had to look up Dr. Prochaska almost 15 years after my shoulder surgery. For 6 years I told several orthopedic surgeons my symptoms. No luck, no results, therapy for months with no improvement. 10 minutes in Dr. Prochaska office, he pressed a few places, moved my arm and told me I had a broken labrum. MRI confirmed. I had surgery and all these years later, I am still amazed and grateful for FULL range of my arm and ability to do everything I did before.
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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Garry Dale in Dallas Texas – Mar 20, 2017
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I total trusted Dr. Prochaska. I would put my life and body in his hands any day. He has been my Dr. for 8 years. He was honest with my care, he would tell me what needed to be done and make me comfortable in his decisions and he was so funny. I loved coming to see 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
3 others found this helpful
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Elizabeth Olson in Jamestown, ND – Apr 20, 2016
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Dr. Vern Prochaska, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Park Rapids, MN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University in 1989. He is affiliated with CHI St. Joseph's Health. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Creighton University

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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CHI St. Joseph's Health Orthopedics

CHI St. Joseph's Health Orthopedics600 Pleasant Ave S Park Rapids, MN 56470
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