Summary

Dr. Emile Li is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine and surgery. He earned his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed residency training in orthopedic surgery at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center and general surgery at Waterbury Hospital Health Center. With 37 years of clinical experience, Dr. Li holds certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Li practices at Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics with locations in Fort Dodge and Clarion, Iowa, and maintains hospital privileges at Boone County Hospital. His expertise includes treating joint pain, joint stiffness, and mobility issues that cause limping. Dr. Li offers comprehensive treatment approaches including physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on manual therapy techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 stars, reflecting their satisfaction with his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 37 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Waterbury Hosp Hlth Ctr, General Surgery
  • 15 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Emile Li has 2 locations

Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Fort Dodge

2700 1st Ave SFort Dodge, IA 50501
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics - Clarion

1316 S Main StClarion, IA 50525
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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Med School: Creighton University School of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Emile Li

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Emile Li has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Emile Li has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
  • Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
  • De Quervain Disease
  • Ganglion Cysts
  • Hip Fractures
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rotator Cuff Problem (Shoulder Impingement Syndrome)
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Tendon Injuries
  • Wrist Injury

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Emile Li holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Waterbury Hosp Hlth Ctr, General Surgery, Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center, Waterbury Hospital Health Center Program, and Waterbury Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Emile Li's NPI number is 1285687418.

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Emile Li is affiliated with Boone County Hospital.

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