Clara Barton Medical Center (CBMC) is thrilled to have Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Ian Kovach providing outreach services in Hoisington. Dr. Kovach sees patients two Thursdays each month in the Surgical Clinic and performs total knee and hip replacement procedures at Clara Barton Hospital. This additional service increases access to orthopedic care locally, keeping advanced treatment close to home.
A native of Pratt, Kansas, Dr. Kovach has practiced medicine for 27 years. He earned his undergraduate degree and PhD from Massachusetts Institute of Technology before completing medical school at Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and his fellowship training at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Specializing in reconstructive surgery of the adult hip and knee, Dr. Kovach is passionate about restoring patients to a pain-free, active lifestyle. He was drawn to CBMC because of its reputation for kind, quality care.
“I was drawn to CBMC because of its strong reputation for providing kind, high-quality care,” said Dr. Kovach. “I already see many patients from the Hoisington area, so expanding my services here simply made sense. My passion is helping patients return to a pain-free, active lifestyle, and I’m excited to partner with a team that shares that same commitment to putting patients first.”
Dr. Kovach’s primary practice is based in Pratt, where he has served the community throughout his career. He already sees many patients from the Hoisington area and looks forward to expanding access to care through this outreach partnership with CBMC.
“We’re very pleased to welcome Dr. Kovach to Clara Barton Medical Center as we continue to grow our orthopedic outreach program,” said CEO Jay Tusten. “Adding his expertise in joint replacement enhances the services we’re able to provide and helps ensure our patients have increased access to advanced orthopedic care without having to travel far from home. It’s another meaningful step in strengthening specialty care at CBMC.”
Joining Dr. Kovach in outreach efforts are his two Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), Kelli Smiley and Laura Ballard, who will support patient care both in the clinic and throughout the surgical process, further enhancing coordinated orthopedic services at CBMC.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kovach at Clara Barton Surgical Clinic, please call 620-653-4191.
