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Dr. Mark Smolik, MD

General Surgery* Age 60
Dr. Mark Smolik, MD
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Dr. Mark Smolik, MD is a General Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Mark Smolik, MD

General Surgery* Age 60
West Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience
Dr. Mark Smolik, MD is a General Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA.

About

Dr. Mark Smolik, MD is a General Surgeon in West Des Moines, IA and has 33 years experience. They graduated from University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine in 1991 and completed a residency at Vet Affairs Medical Center.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. Dr. Smolik has experience treating conditions like Abdominal Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Smolik received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 24 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Smolik is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Gallbladder Removal
Abdominal Pain
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Gallbladder Removal
Abdominal Pain
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Gallbladder Removal
Abdominal Pain
Obesity
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Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Lipomas
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Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Appendicitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pediatric Obesity
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bile Duct Procedure
Bladder Surgery
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Thoracentesis
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna HMO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Choice Care Network PPO
    Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO
  • Alliance Select
    Blue PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Mercyone West Des Moines Medical Center
    1755 59th Pl, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 358-8000
  2. 2 Mercyone Des Moines Bariatric Surgery
    5901 Westown Pkwy Ste 240, West Des Moines, IA 50266
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 358-9300
  3. 3 Mercy Cancer Center Radiation Oncology
    411 Laurel St, Des Moines, IA 50314
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 247-3266

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smolik
4.4
Based on 24 Reviews
5 Stars (19)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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Aug 21, 2023
He removed my gallbladder over 20 years ago no pain went to work the next day! I wish I still lived in Iowa I need him to fix my Hiatal herniaAmazing doctor!
Karen Byrd-Ellis — Aug 21, 2023
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine
    1991
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Vet Affairs Medical Center
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Mark Smolik, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Smolik's profile.

Dr. Mark Smolik, MD is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Mark Smolik, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA