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Dr. John Powelson, MD

General Surgery*•Male•Age 65

General Surgery*

Dr. John Powelson, MD is a general surgery specialist in Indianapolis, IN and has over 37 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston University in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as IU Health Methodist Hospital and Iu Health West Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. John Powelson, MD

Practice

550 University Blvd Indianapolis, IN 46202

Make an Appointment

(317) 274-4370

Accepting new patients

(317) 274-4370

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Powelson is affiliated with Iu Health West Hospital Avon, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Biography

Dr. John Powelson, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Indianapolis, IN and has over 37 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Boston...Read more

Specialties*

  • General Surgery

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Boston University

Medical School, 1986

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
  • 2007 Champion Surgeon (excellence in arteriovenous fistula creation and maintenance), The Renal Network, Inc, ESRD network, 2007
  • 1991 Resident Teacher of the Year Award, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, 1991
  • Henry J. Bakst Award, Boston University School of Medicine for qualities of personal commitment to individuals in need of care, 1986
  • Cum Laude in General Studies, Harvard College, 1980
  • Indiana University Board of Trustees Teaching Award (to recognize outstanding teaching)., 2011
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    What is Dr. John Powelson, MD's office address?

    Dr. Powelson's office is located at 550 University Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46202. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    Practice

    Indiana University Health University Hospital550 University Blvd Indianapolis, IN 46202
    1
    Office550 University Blvd Ste 4601 Indianapolis, IN 46202
    2
    Iu Health Physicians Transplant550 University Blvd Ste 1295 Indianapolis, IN 46202
    3
    Indiana Univ. Radiology Associates Inc.250 N Shadeland Ave Ste 200 Indianapolis, IN 46219
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Iu Health West Hospital

    1111 Ronald Reagan Pkwy
    Avon, IN 46123
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    IU Health Methodist Hospital

    1701 Senate Blvd
    Indianapolis, IN 46202
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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    Iu Health Bloomington Hospital

    2651 E Discovery Pkwy
    Bloomington, IN 47408
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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