Orthopedics: Providers in Fort Dodge
Orthopedics • Fort Dodge, IA • Fort Dodge Clinic and Belmond location referenced locations
Clinic Type
Orthopedics
Address
Fort Dodge Clinic, 2700 1st Ave South, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Phone
515-955-6767
Amber.Kastler@IASpecialty.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Healthgrades (Dr. Emile Li): 5.0/5.0 (37)
- Iowa Specialty Hospital Patient Surveys (Dr. Mark Palit): 4.8/5.0 (83)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Lynn Nelson): 3.8/5.0 (64)
- Vitals (Dr. Lynn Nelson): 4.2/5.0 (39)
Patients praise
- Highly praised for thoroughness and clear communication
- Patients appreciate the time taken to answer questions
- Strong satisfaction with surgical results and symptom relief for many patients
- Nursing staff frequently commended for professionalism and kindness
Common complaints
- Some reports of dismissive or uncaring patient experiences
- instances of patient dissatisfaction regarding spinal surgery outcomes
"The reason I come to Iowa Specialty is primarily because of Dr. Mark Palit. I trust him & his decisions impeccably."
— Iowa Specialty Hospital Patient Testimonials"Dr. Li has always taken the time to listen to what I have to say and is very willing to take the time to answer any questions I may have."
— Healthgrades User Review"I have no complaints and feel completely comfortable putting care in the care of Dr. Nelson and his team."
— Healthgrades User ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- New orthopedic surgeon joins UnityPoint Clinic Orthopedics | News, Sports, Jobs - Messenger News — Sep 27, 2025
- Nicholas A. Simpson - Physical Therapist in Fort Dodge, IA — May 14, 2026
- Fundraising for surgery center tops $3M | News, Sports, Jobs - Messenger News — Feb 27, 2026
- Keeping Fort Dodge on its feet | News, Sports, Jobs - Messenger News — Aug 30, 2025
- Surgical Excellence, The Future Looks Bright Capital Campaign Exceeds $3 Million Goal - Midwest Medical Edition — Feb 26, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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