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Evan Larson, M.D.
Steindler Orthopedic Clinic
Spine Surgery: Back, Neck, and Spine Specialist
Iowa City, IA
4.8
362 Ratings
134 Comments
Dr. Evan Larson is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon who specializes in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar adult degenerative spine conditions. Fellowship-trained in spine surgery, Dr. Larson specializes in conditions related to the back, neck, and spine.
4.8
362 Ratings
134 Comments
Dr. Evan Larson is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon who specializes in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar adult degenerative spine conditions. Fellowship-trained in spine surgery, Dr. Larson specializes in conditions related to the back, neck, and spine.
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Dr. Evan Larson is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon who specializes in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar adult degenerative spine conditions.
Fellowship-trained in spine surgery, Dr. Larson specializes in conditions related to the back, neck, and spine. His goal is to safely return our patients to their optimal physical functioning levels, enabling them to enjoy their daily activities. Dr. Larson attended the University of Iowa for his undergraduate degree in Integrative Physiology. He stayed at the University of Iowa to receive his medical degree from the Carver College of Medicine. Dr. Larson completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. He then went to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for fellowship training in spine surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
In his free time, Dr. Larson enjoys spending time with his family and his dog, Henry. He likes running, biking, skiing, working out, and watching the Iowa Hawkeyes. Dr. Larson also enjoys music, both writing it and collecting vinyl records.
Credentials
Undergraduate Studies: Bachelor of Science in Integrative Physiology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
Medical Degree: Doctor of Medicine, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA
Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE
Fellowship: Spine Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA
Member: Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, North American Spine Society, American Orthopaedic Association
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Dr Larson explained my X-rays and is getting the ok for cortisone shots for my back. Friendly and to the point.
Very thorough, thoughtful and professional. Answered all my questions.
I think that the person who does radiology readings at Steindler has some competency issues, and this spills into all other aspects of treatment. If you go to Google reviews and sort by negative reviews first, the correlation becomes stronger. Like a person who got a second opinion and had a broken pelvis (missed by Steindler) and someone who had a fractured toe (missed in the radiology reading). I’ve had other providers review my x-Ray and not agree with Steindlers radiologist. At one appointment with Abby Hein, she even told me she disagreed with the radiology reading. I think that the physicians here need to begin to push back on this known problem. I assume that they have too few radiologists staffed to read all of the imagine happening at their clinic, but that doesn’t lower the cost of a bad read.
Great doctor. Identified and explained the issue quickly and thoroughly. Went over options and explained a proper course of action. Will see again in the future. Highly recommend.
Very friendly. Cordial. To the point with his explanations. Professional. Took time to ask if we had questions. Thank you.
Completely was unaware of what he had instructed me to do and unaware of being there 2 weeks ago for injections that was ordered. Also lacked being informative and discussing the issue.
Efficient, friendly initial meeting
Hes very good at answering questions and doesn't seem to mind how many questions you have.
Talked to him for 30 seconds after waiting 2 and a half hours. They said he was running late.
Very thorough and explained what was going on. Friendly attitude.