This review may brighten your day with a small, but very much needed chuckle! I just recently…read morereceived this email from Corewell Health, soliciting charitable donations: Dear Corewell Health Community Member, Thank you for relying on our caring team of Corewell Health physicians, nurses, and clinical staff during your recent inpatient or outpatient visit. Corewell Health hospitals and health care services rely on generous donors like you as we grow to meet the needs of the community. Your donation of any amount helps fund advanced equipment, patient support programs, and provides resources to the compassionate staff who make miracles happen every day. If you or a loved one would like to acknowledge a caregiver or if you would like to support the world-class health care programs Corewell Health offers, please consider making a gift to the Corewell Health Foundation clicking on this link: Honor a Caregiver I have included a link below to our Healthy Giving Extra newsletter if you are interested in learning more about the impact of your philanthropic gift, upcoming special events, or other ways to support health care programs in Southeast Michigan that are important to you. Join us in our mission to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Please consider making a gift today. Gifts of every amount make a difference. With gratitude, Jxxxxxxr Wxxxxt Annual Giving Manager P.S. Let us know your thoughts on the importance of health care philanthropy. Please take our one-question survey on Healthcare Philanthropy here. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX So, this was my direct response to them via Reply to their solicitation email: Dear Mr. (or MS) Corewell, I give, and I do mean I give DEARLY, EVERY TIME you send me a bill and I pay it! And, I might add, I'm STILL GIVING, until it hurts, and then some! So, that having been said, please accept my continued, prompt, timely payments as my heartfelt contributions to your cause! Sincerely, and I do mean SINCERELY, Sxxn Oxxxxxxi P.S. Here is just a friendly word of advice to you, Mr. (or MS) Corewell. If I were in charge of your Charitable Contributuons Department, I would comb through my solicitations address book (or Rolodex) of potential donors, and cull out ANY AND ALL OF THE PATIENTS who are in a similar situation as I, that being patients who were under your care for critical or catastrophic illness! Because, if they are in a similar healthcare situation as what I am, they most certainly must be in a similar financial situation, and are in NO FINANCIAL CONDITION OR POSITION TO DONATE ANYTHING TO ANYONE OR ANY CAUSE! Again, just a friendly word of advice!

My experience with Corewell Health was disturbing enough that I would strongly caution others…read morebefore trusting this facility with their care. Their facilities appear dirty and poorly maintained. More concerning was the staff. Several employees I encountered seemed confused, poorly prepared, dismissive, or unnecessarily rude. At times, I was left wondering whether basic standards of professionalism and patient care were being taken seriously at all. The most disturbing incident, however, had nothing to do with cleanliness or competence. I personally overheard two nurses laughing while discussing a patient and what sounded to me like a deliberate decision to avoid or delay responding to his needs because he was a Muslim from Iraq or Lebanon. I cannot know everything surrounding that patient's care, and I am not claiming knowledge beyond what I personally witnessed. What I can say is that I heard the conversation myself, and what I heard was appalling. If staff members are intentionally allowing a patient's heritage an--to affect how promptly or respectfully they receive care, that deserves serious investigation. Patients entering a healthcare facility are often frightened, sick, injured, or otherwise vulnerable. They should not have to wonder whether the person responsible for their care approves of their religion before deciding how quickly to help them. Between the condition of the facility, the behavior and apparent confusion of multiple staff members, and especially the conversation I overheard, I left with virtually no confidence in this facility. Corewell Health should be investigate for this. Patients deserve competent care, a clean environment, basic professionalism, and equal treatment. None of those things should depend on race or religion.

Just had my first visit with Dr. Bouwens and I was extremely impressed. I've visited a lot of…read moredoctors that just seem to want to rush you through the office visit, literally just nodding at what you have to say so they can scribble something on a prescription pad and get you the heck outta there! Dr. Bouwens listened to what I had to say, offered me good advice, and was genuinely concerned for my well-being. I actually learned things instead of feeling like I was just giving him all the answers (which is what I've experienced multiple times elsewhere). For the first time in a very, very long time I felt like I was speaking to a doctor instead of a businessman with a medical degree. He is knowledgeable, polite, kind, and helpful. I highly recommend him to anyone!

You may not have a choice for your doctor, but if you need any neuro related surgery, I would…read morehighly recommend you get a referral to Dr Luders. I have had 3 surgeries and each experience I felt very informed and in good hands. I have never felt rushed during an appointment and Dr. Luders seems to take a real interest in me, beyond my ailments.

I absolutely love Dr. Gracias! He is the most compassionate surgeon that I have had the pleasure of…read moremeeting and being a patient of. During my first appointment he took time to show me my MRI results, pointed out the problem area, and discussed options. He did not give me false hope that the nerve damage I was having would ever resolve even after surgery. He was very honest that the sensations that I had lost may not return. I respect a doctor who is wiling to admit they can't fix everything. Additionally, he not only cares for you as his patient but he involves your family, or those who will be helping you during recovery/treatment, in your appointment and care should agree to that. He kept them well updated during my surgery so there was no worrying on their end. During my aftercare, he would ask about my mother or daughter if they happen to not be with me during my appointment. Involving a patient's support system in appointments and care has been medical proven to increase success in treatment and recovery. Dr. Gracias's professionalism with staff in his office and at the hospital was also admirable. Most surgeons I have had contact with, from working in a hospital for 13 years, often are egotistical and demeaning to staff around them. However, this was not the experience I had with Dr. Gracias. He was very polite to those working with him and even those who he passed in the pre-op area. The two things that touched me the most and made me realize that Dr. Gracias was a doctor who truly cared for his patients was first, in pre-op when he came to talk to me before surgery, a clergy member was praying with me. He quietly came in, put his hand on my shoulder and prayed with us. I had tears running down my face. Most doctors would leave the room and return moments later or interrupt the prayer to hurry the case along. Yes, I actually had an anesthesiologist interrupt a prayer during pre-op for a hip surgery. Secondly, in the OR room, my heart rate and blood pressure where elevated. I told those in the OR room prepping me that I was horribly anxious and fearful about going under anesthesia and about possible experiencing uncontrollable post op pain. The anesthesiologist just told me to take deep breaths to help calm down and walked away from me. Dr. Gracias came into the room and routinely asked the nurse my vitals. She informed him that they were elevated and explained what I had said about my fears. He walked over and looked me in the eyes and said to have no fear because he would care for me like I was his own daughter lying in that table. Maybe it was the gentleness in his voice or the compassion in his eyes, but I knew everything would be okay. Then the drugs kicked in and I drifted off to la-la land But he kept his promise! I highly recommend this doctor for all of your surgical neurology needs. He has truly been gifted by God to do great work in the medical world. He practices with a level of compassion that has been lost by the medical community. God bless!

One of the best doctors in West Michigan, hands-down. Dr…read more Peter has helped me through countless health issues and has always been available (even after hours) for me. I have a Spinal Cord Injury, so finding a Doctor Who also has experience treating issues related to this is rare. I would definitely recommend Dr Peter Macfield.

From the owner: Breton Village Pediatrics & Family Medicine is a medical clinic for patients of all ages in Grand…read moreRapids, Michigan. The practice takes a holistic, naturopathic approach to family medicine that extends beyond the limits of conventional health care. Peter Macfield, MD, and the team at Breton Village Pediatrics & Family Medicine emphasize the health of each patient as a whole person -- not as a set of symptoms.  Striving for optimal wellness for every patient, the team at Breton Village Pediatrics & Family Medicine is committed to medical care that helps free patients from a reliance on medications as much as possible. Their aim is to help patients live longer, with fewer diseases and health complaints. By offering integrative health care services designed to lower patients' risks for medical complications, the practice promotes the optimal health, wellness, and longevity of each patient. As a board-certified family practice provider, Dr. Macfield offers preventive care services and appropriate medical treatment for a broad range of health conditions at Breton Village Pediatrics & Family Medicine. He treats acute and chronic diseases, and provides geriatric care, immunizations, women's health care, prenatal care, and weight management services. Breton Village Pediatrics & Family Medicine accepts a variety of insurance plans. The practice also offers concierge medicine, a type of primary care that offers you more time with your doctor for a set fee...

We love Dr.Buckler!…read more He's followed my kiddos since they were little. My kids all love him, and he takes time to listen to me as their mom. Now, as my boys get older, I sit in the waiting room, and I know they're in good hands!

I see Dr. Cesario and I'm quite pleased with this location of Advantage Health as a whole…read more Dr. Cesario really takes his time with you during your appointment, and it is made clear quite quickly that his number one concern is your health, understanding, and satisfaction. The office staff and nurses are all very kind and helpful. This location is super convenient because they also have an Urgent Care center and a lab (Although it gets a little confusing because it's easy to assume the lab is actually run by the doctors but it's slightly different billing/administration).

I've been coming to this office for years since moving to West Michigan. I've certainly had some…read moreups and downs as far as experiences. For quite a while I was solely seeing PA's because you can get in with them basically the same day and they are just as good as any doctor. The front desk staff and nurses here seem to be a revolving door, but the PA's are a familiar face. Recently had a health concern mystery and feel like I was pretty brushed off. After months of symptoms, I was referred out by my Dr, and in contact with the office regarding results for one week. Then I fell off the map and even upon reaching out, still didn't hear back. Their facility is always very clean and nice. Dr O is very cheery and nice to work with. She can really give you the impression that she actually cares about you.

I am a patient of Dr.Angela Oostema I have been with her the better part of 13 years. I come from a…read morefamily of nurses so not ignorant about medical terminology however I am so bothered by the inability for Dr. Oostema to review charts and remember the reason for a med I am on! after MRI and only because I pushed the fact that a damn x-ray was not enough for a patient who has Facet disease,bulging discs and Arthritis and have been on this med for about 6 months now they don't know why I'm on it !! REALLY ??? can I explain this because for the life of me I can not understand this ongoing battle,the whole thing is a joke but how dare I allow Walgreens automatic refill to refill on day due because I am going to pull a fast one with muscle relaxers ?!!,Thanks for nothing and I mean that with every bit of my spine

I recently had a heart transplant at your hospital and the quality of care was outstanding. The…read moreentire team was very professional and treated me with courtesy and respect.They all did a very good job of explaining what was going to happen with various procedures and medications.l have only been out of the hospital. for 5 weeks and have pretty much resumed a normal life.God bless you all

This hospital is decent, they need to pay more attention to the patients needs as well as what the…read morepatient options could be. There's more than one way to treat symptoms and they should be a little more open to that.

I am fairly new to the area so I had to find a new gynecologist which is always a pain. I called…read morearound and many doctors had a 3-4 month wait to get an appointment and I couldn't wait that long because my prescription was almost expired. After contacting Dr. LaGrand's office, I was able to set an appointment for 3 weeks later. She is very nice, a great listener, doesn't judge you and is gentle(which is important when it comes to awkward and uncomfortable pap smears). I can't say my anual exam was PLEASANT but it was as pleasant as it could have been. My only complaint, and the only reason I didn't give her 5 stars, is after being brought back, I waited for her for about 45 minutes. The nurse said she was reviewing my chart. But I didn't have anywhere to be, and if you are a woman, you know that good gynos are hard to find...so she was worth the wait.