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Michael R Novak

Michael R Novak, MD

Family Medicine

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4.4 of 5 stars340 ratings, 43 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-65
  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Michael R Novak

About The Provider

Dr. Michael Novak received his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of California at Irvine. He is board-certified and is recognized as a Diplomate by the American Board of Family Medicine.

With more than 20 years of experience practicing in the Napa Valley, Dr. Novak is a skilled and compassionate physician focusing on personalized care for patients of all ages and stages of life. He is dedicated to the health and wellbeing of his patients and their satisfaction in his care. To this day, he continues to be driven by the never-ending challenge of diagnosis and providing thoughtful, high-quality care.

Dr. Novak is an integral part of this community and served as a council member for the City of St. Helena from 2004 – 2008. He also utilizes his expertise and volunteers on the Sugar Bowl Volunteer Ski Patrol near Lake Tahoe.

Dr. Novak started his career at Adventist Health and is glad to be back! When he is not caring for the families of our community, he enjoys fly-fishing, woodworking, tennis and snow skiing

Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. Primary and Specialty Care: Adventist Health Physicians Network

Expertise

Education

St Louis University

Medical School

USC Medical Center

Internship Program

University of California Irvine Medical Center

Residency Program

Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center

Residency Program

Board Certifications

Family Medicine

American Board of Family Medicine, 2000

Insurance

Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
Search plans
  • Adventist Health Employee Health Plan / Incentive Health
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Coventry
  • Galaxy
  • Health Net
  • Health Smart
  • IPA Meritage
  • IPA Providence
  • Medi-cal ORP1
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan
  • Networks By Design
  • Pacific Foundation for Medical Care
  • Tricare
  • Triwest1
  • UHC
  • Western Growers

Ratings & Reviews

4.4 out of 5

340 ratings, 43 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    Kind and welcoming

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Dr. Novack is very personable and remembers his patients. From what they do for work to their health issues. And some may be notes but his efforts are seen in the manor in how he engages with patients. I appreciate his push and care for my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    He always takes the time to listen and treats me with respect

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Dr. Novack is great! He makes you feel welcomed and listened to. He will listen to your questions and concerns and put your mind at peace with his knowledgeable feedback. You can right away tell he genuinely cares about the wellbeing of his patient and what he can do to help them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    Dr. Novack is always attentive, informative l, compassionate and efficient whenever I see him for any health problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    All of my issues were remedied promptly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Very personable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Dr. Novack thoroughly listened to my issues & focused on resolving the most important issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Dr. Novack always listens to what I have to say and allows me the time to say it.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Appointment felt extremely rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    Dr Novack always takes the time for my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Dr. Novack is a delight to visit with. He listens to my issues and is never in a hurry to end the consultation.

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/16/2025

    No app'ts last more than 5 minutes -- that says it all.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/11/2025

    Only had time to ask 2 questions. 2 more left unanswered before getting ushered out in less than 13 minutes. No probing or depth of understanding by Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/10/2025

    Have recommended this physician to others in the community

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    Dr. Novack maybe spend all of 10 minutes, it felt like a was visiting a used car salesman doctor. It felt like he was just trying to get in and out as quickly as possible.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/4/2025

    I explained the issue, requested actions, and felt heard and respected

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/12/2025

    Dr. Novack called me promptly with my biopsy results. It wasn't good news but he called me as soon as the pathology report came and scheduled me with the oncologist immediately. He is a caring and smart doctor and I appreciate him.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/8/2025

    Dr Novack is always rushed and I don't feel he necessarily thinking much about what I present to him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2025

    Dr Novack was kind and took his time to listen to my concerns

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2025

    Dr. Novack was excellent!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/1/2025

    I'd like to get more precise answers to my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2025

    Dr. Was so hurried, not enough time to listen so the patient should also be quick to speak in asking questions re: the condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2025

    Dr. Novack is the best. Professional, friendly and with excellent bed-side manner.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2025

    I would have liked Dr. Novak to ask if I had any other questions, I felt a bit rushed and like he had his plan for my care in mind before he came into the room and before I even got a chance to speak and ask questions. I had a few things I didn't get a chance to ask during the appointment that I'll have to call for now.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/14/2025

    The PA was very nice. I requested she check my blood pressure using a stethoscope, and she was happy to do it.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2025

    The Dr. Is very rushed

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2025

    I was nervous upon having a new primary physician, but Dr. M. Novack was excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2025

    My wife will also use Dr. Novak

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2025

    I felt rushed. The Dr. Always seems in a hurry to finish. Very different from other Dr's in my life.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2025

    Always fell like we only have a 15 minute time limit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2025

    Dr Novak, very open, knowledgeable, listens.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/27/2024

    Dr. Novack is very kind and listens to my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/29/2024

    Dr Novack is thorough and confers with my other doctors when appropriate such as cardiologist. My care is excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2024

    Dr. Novack is the best. He truly has the patient's interest at heart.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2024

    Very positive doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2024

    Overall an excellent Initial Visit, I felt very comfortable and relaxed. I very much enjoyed meeting with Dr Novack and appreciated the generous amount of time and attention he gave to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2024

    Excellent professional attention

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2024

    Dr Novack is consistent pleasant professional all business and I trust him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2024

    Dr Novack showed a great deal of care for the patient.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2024

    Dr. Novak is very kind and friendly. And I understand that any time constraints are likely not his fault. But he's clearly feeling rushed, and it had me flustered. We sped through the results of my panels - basically they were great - but with very little explanation and I didn't feel I had time to formulate any questions based on the results. If I don't come in with a list, then it feels like a tornado sped through the room. I'm grateful that I was just in there for a check-up and not an actual issue.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2024

    I felt like my appts are always rushed and conversation is too quick without diving down or asking about it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/19/2024

    Dr Novack was wonderful I am so glad I made the choice to see him