Summary

Dr. David Kowalk specializes in orthopedic surgery, bringing three and a half decades of experience to their practice. They completed medical school at the University of Michigan Medical School and continued training with a residency at New England Baptist Hospital. Dr. Kowalk is fluent in both Spanish and English, making care accessible to a diverse patient population.

Based at Frederick Health Hospital in Frederick, Maryland, Dr. Kowalk focuses on treating joint pain, osteoarthritis, and knee problems. They incorporate physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on treatment techniques into patient care plans. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.1 stars on Vitals, reflecting their commitment to quality orthopedic care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 35 years of experience
  • 62 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • New England Baptist Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Dr. David Laverne Kowalk

501 W 7th StFrederick, MD 21701

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Dr. David Laverne KowalkDr. Nicholas Grosso, MD, CAO PresidentDr. Matthew Harb, MDDr. Raymond Thal, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.6 
35 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Frederick , MDCatonsville , MDWashington , DCBethesda , MD
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences Bethesda, MD Med School: Louisiana State University, LA Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Laverne Kowalk

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aflac
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Benefit Management Inc
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Integra
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nationwide
  • Nationwide - Workers’ Compensation
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Priority Partners
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • Riverside Health
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SAMBA
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Maryland Health Partners
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Laverne Kowalk has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Laverne Kowalk has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New England Baptist Hospital

Medical School

University Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. David Kowalk speak?
Dr. David Kowalk speaks Spanish and English.
Is Dr. David Kowalk accepting new patients?
Dr. David Kowalk is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. David Kowalk's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. David Kowalk accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. David Kowalk has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. David Kowalk's office located?
Dr. David Kowalk's office is located at 501 W 7th St, Frederick, MD, 21701.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Kowalk affiliated with?
Dr. David Kowalk is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital.

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