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Dr. James Nepola, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 72
Dr. James Nepola, MD
3.8 (19 Ratings)
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Dr. James Nepola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Iowa City, IA.
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Dr. James Nepola, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 72
Iowa City, IA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience
Dr. James Nepola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Iowa City, IA.

About

Dr. Nepola graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1978 and completed a residency at Roosevelt Hosp/Columbia P&S.Dr. James Nepola, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Iowa City, IA and has 46 years experience. Dr. Nepola currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Iowa Health Care. Dr. Nepola has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder and Clavicle Fracture among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Nepola received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 19 times. Dr. Nepola's office accepts new patients. Dr. Nepola also speaks Italian and Spanish. Dr. Nepola is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Clavicle Fracture
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Clavicle Fracture
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Clavicle Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Chronic Neck Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Arthrocentesis
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Steroid Injection
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rib Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
TMJ
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Torticollis
Trigger Finger
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Hip Dislocation
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Synovial Biopsy
Thoracic Outlet Decompression
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Locations

  1. 1 University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
    200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nepola
3.8
Based on 19 Reviews
5 Stars (12)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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May 14, 2019
Great Dr. Nepola is a fantastic doctor. He knows the best treatment for you and takes his time making an appropriate surgery for You the patient. Dr. Nepola is by far the very best orthopedic in Iowa!!!! He has great skills and patience. Your in great hands with Dr. Nepola
— May 14, 2019
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Italian
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Roosevelt Hosp/Columbia P&S
    1980
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Nepola, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Nepola's profile.

Dr. Nepola frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder and Clavicle Fracture. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Nepola, MD is affiliated with Iowa Health Care.

Yes, Dr. James Nepola, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Iowa Health Care

    200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA