Carlos Diola, M.D.
Rheumatology
5694 Midland Road, (M-47)
Freeland, MI 48623 Directions
4.9 out of 5
577 verified ratings
577 Ratings, 378 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
AI Overview
Patients consistently praise Dr. Diola for being knowledgeable, compassionate, and an excellent listener who explains complex autoimmune and arthritis issues clearly. Many mention strong rapport, thorough evaluations, clear treatment plans (including medication changes), and successful management of conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and lupus. Office staff are described as professional and helpful; a few comments note appointment delays or communication/follow-up issues.
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May 21, 2026
He's the best RA doctor I've ever seen. Will recommend to anyone.
May 20, 2026
Dr Diola is very good at doing what he does, He takes his time and listens to me, never am I rushed, always do i feel like he wants the best outcome for me and I am so thankful that he is working here on midland rd.
May 11, 2026
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Dr. Diola was very thorough and asked many questions. This was my first visit.
May 10, 2026
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The best Physician I’ve ever had!
May 8, 2026
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Excellent care from all staff.
May 8, 2026
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It was hard to get an appointment. I was a new patient. Otherwise the care I received was excellent.
May 8, 2026
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All goes well when I see Dr Diola, which is once/year, normally.
May 6, 2026
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They are a very professional and courteous team.
May 6, 2026
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I don’t know what I’d do without dr diola. He is my lifeline. He knows all about my condition. Before I saw him I was in such a bad way. We are trying so hard to fix my health. I could get no help for this until dr diola came along.
May 6, 2026
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Excellent office Doctor and staff
May 4, 2026
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Dr Diola is knowledge and willing to listen and offer guidance. I feel like he is part of my team with a strong interest in making my health better. His staff is top knotch. genisis keeps my scripts filled and Peter is phenomenal
May 4, 2026
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Very good, very thorough.
May 4, 2026
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Very happy and satisfied with the care. Would recommend
May 3, 2026
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I continue to feel that Dr. Diola is a wonderful physician. He always explains everything to me and my husband, who always comes with me to the appointments. The staff members are always considerate and polite. The office is always well run.
May 1, 2026
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He’s just the best and so is his staff
Apr 30, 2026
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Prompt, thorough and friendly office. Doctor appeared to be very knowledgeable on my particular condition. Was very thankful that treatment could begin immediately.
Apr 30, 2026
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Kind respectful staff
Apr 30, 2026
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Excellent
Apr 27, 2026
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Entire staff was efficient and organized and very pleasant, always smiling. Dr Diola is the ultimate and compassionate medicine. He listened and explained and re-explained my questions so that I was sure to understand. I’m so happy to get into this practice.
Apr 25, 2026
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Dr. Diola is a very thorough doctor. He explained everything and answered my questions. I left his office knowing that I could trust him with my care. Sometimes I feel as if I’m not heard or seen! But not this time. Thank you!
Apr 25, 2026
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Love Dr. Diola & staff. Been his patient for years. Really appreciate Jessica for her help with my HUMIRA.
Apr 24, 2026
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Very compassionate
Apr 24, 2026
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I didn’t have to wait long & all my questions & concerns were addressed.
Apr 23, 2026
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Very good
Apr 23, 2026
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Great doctor, very patient and actively listening! Office staff and MA’s so friendly and knowledgeable.
Apr 22, 2026
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Everything was great 👍
Apr 16, 2026
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Yes, anyone who suffered from any type of Arthritic condition, I would tell them they should go see my doctor or at least one like Him if they weren’t close enough to see him. My Arthritis has been in remission since I started seeing Him.
Apr 15, 2026
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Great experience
Apr 15, 2026
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Dr Diola and staff have been nothing but competent, professional, and helpful. I have two appointments a year. When I complete my April appointment, I request an October appointment immediately and have been scheduled in for October immediately. When I’ve had issues and called I have always received a call back that day or the next day. I feel it is a well oiled office. They are the best.
Apr 12, 2026
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Dr Diola ,is so thorough explaining my labs and test results to me. He listens to my questions and concerns, when other Dr’s are always in a rush to leave . Michele was so kind during my assessment, she made me feel at ease it’s nice to see a smiling face. Thank you
Apr 11, 2026
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Dr. has my wellbeing in mind ,if I have any concerns all I have to do is give him a call .
Apr 10, 2026
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He was very through, asked questions and listened to me. Then explained what test I needed and what treatment would be best.
Apr 10, 2026
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Very good.. a very long wait to get INTO THE OFFICE as a new pt
Apr 8, 2026
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Very knowledgeable and supportive
Apr 7, 2026
Excellent care from Dr.Diola.
Apr 7, 2026
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He’s a wonderful physician.
Apr 6, 2026
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Dr Diola was very thorough and explained everything clearly. His staff is very friendly and helpful.
Apr 4, 2026
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Dr. Diola was very thorough, asking numerous questions questions and was excellent in explaining various autoimmune disorders.
Apr 4, 2026
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It's takes very long to get in to see the Dr. Diola! I had him before, and he left to go to V.A., and when he came back! And my other doctor left, It took 8 months to get back to Dr. Diola which I had for 20 plus years in the beginning!
Apr 1, 2026
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That Dr. was very helpful. Took a lot of time and really looked at all my records. He explained everything to me with respect. Answered my questions and ordered additional testing to confirm his diagnosis.
Apr 1, 2026
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Very knowledgeable and listened to my concerns. Have not heard back from his team about my issues still waiting
Mar 30, 2026
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Dr. Diola is a very polite, knowledgeable and caring doctor that I appreciate receiving medical care from.
Mar 29, 2026
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His knowledge about my health issues has been wonderfull. ... the meds worked and releaved the pain i was having. .... many meds prescribed by doctors , often, don't work.
Mar 27, 2026
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I had seen him in [YEAR] and he is a excellent Doctor and I would recommend him to anyone
Mar 26, 2026
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Always treated with respect and kindness
Mar 25, 2026
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Dr. Diola is awesome. He speaks so that a person understands and explains as he goes thru medical jargon. He was kind and very considerate. He also tried to make appointments easy by offering phone appointments for us as we'd traveled 3 hours to see him.
Mar 24, 2026
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RA is a mystery, it takes a lot of trial and error of medications that works with you. Medicines have side effects and this Dr. checks your bloodwork with a fine tooth comb. Very thankful for that.
Mar 21, 2026
Always pleased with my care
Mar 21, 2026
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Im always happy with the help care and respect I get from Dr Diola and his staff
Mar 20, 2026
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Excellent rheumatologist office.