Dennis Van Dorp, M.D.
General Surgery
3051 Kiesel Road
Bay City, MI 48706 Directions
4.9 out of 5
239 verified ratings
2 Locations
239 Ratings, 147 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. Van Dorp for his strong communication, bedside manner, and surgical skill. Many note he listens, explains procedures clearly (including robotic and hernia surgeries), and follows up personally after operations. Staff and perioperative teams are frequently described as professional, friendly, and reassuring. Overall sentiment is highly positive, with several explicit recommendations and reports of successful surgical outcomes and smooth recoveries.
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Oct 19, 2026
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Very friendly, courteous, and caring staff.
Oct 18, 2026
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If you have a hernia, see Dr Van Dorp
Oct 17, 2026
Great surgeon and listens . Doesn’t rush out and in a hurry.
Very satisfied.
Oct 17, 2026
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He shows concern for my well being. Took time with me and listened carefully. I would recommend family and friends .
Oct 17, 2026
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Professnal service and care
Oct 14, 2026
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Dr VanDorp and his staff were friendly and explained my surgery in an easy way to understand. I am very pleased with my care and will recommend this doctor and his staff to my family and friends. Thank you.
Oct 12, 2026
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This office is great. Everyone is very friendly.
Oct 10, 2026
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I would recommend Dr Vandorp. He provided excellent results and followup for my recent surgery.
Oct 10, 2026
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Dr. Van Dorp took so much time listening to me and my concerns. He asked what I was comfortable with in regards to my treatment. He was on time and I did not have to wait a long time to be seen after I checked in. I’m so pleased with the whole experience.
Oct 10, 2026
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My only complaint is that my surgery was way later than anticipated.
Oct 9, 2026
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I enjoyed his bedside manner
Oct 9, 2026
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Excellent, expect when I was waiting to get surgery this lady at the front deck was kinda being rude asking if all the patients were awake when it was so early in the morning and that’s the only thing that I didn’t like but other then that the staff of Dr. VanDorp were very nice and I highly recommend Dr.Van Dorp I never had a doctor that was so concerned about what I needed done, Thank You Dr. Van Dorp!
Oct 7, 2026
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I was very happy with the care and all the staff at the hospital. I would recommend the Midland hospital and Dr Van Dorp to anyone.
Oct 7, 2026
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Dr and staff had very excellent bedside manners. Dr Van Dorp showed caring concerns about my concerns with my situation. I would recommend Dr Van Dorp and MyMichigan to anyone I run into for Medical support.
Oct 3, 2026
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I would recommend Dr Van Dorp to anyone.
Sep 23, 2026
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Excellent
Sep 18, 2026
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Highly recommended
Sep 18, 2026
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Great
Sep 16, 2026
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The Doctor was very kind and very knowledgeable and listened to my questions and answered them in a way I understood. He also got me in for a cat scan the next day due to the pain I have been experiencing. Very kind and intelligent doctor
Sep 15, 2026
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Dr V was excellent in listening to my questions and concerns and making sure everything is needed was addressed
Sep 14, 2026
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Dr. Explained everything with great examples. He's positive & comforting at the same time with my hard situation... I believe his understanding & expertise will fix me.. I'm thankful for this doctor during my situation needing surgery...
Sep 14, 2026
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I am having a hernia surgery done for a umbilical hernia I seen him he answered all my questions and didn’t comment on my large frame I consider that a win
Sep 12, 2026
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He was very easy to talk to, he listened and answered questions. Was extremely helpful honest
Sep 12, 2026
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All the staff members are very polite, patient and caring. The Dr was very helpful and explained what was wrong and how he was going to fix it. He also thoroughly explained EVERY RISK of having my surgery. I'd recommend his office to everyone.
Sep 10, 2026
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As good as it gets...Thank you to Doctor and his staff.
Sep 5, 2026
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Dr Vandorp was very easy to talk to, answered all my questions, drew diagrams and explained the MRI and explained the surgery
Sep 5, 2026
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I would recommend this provider
Sep 3, 2026
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Exemplary respectful friendly interactions
Sep 3, 2026
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He was very nice and explained everything I needed to know. He also answered my questions and explained everything. I would highly recommend him.
Sep 2, 2026
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That I was lucky to have such a skilled surgeon fix the problem I was having
Aug 26, 2026
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Dr.. VanDorp is excellent and staff is responsive and friendly..… Great experience with clear answers and options to any questions I had.
Aug 21, 2026
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Explained in English (not medical jargon) , listened , courteous, friendly . Heart experience!
Aug 19, 2026
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Excellent Surgeon. I would go to him again if necessary
Aug 16, 2026
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Dr. VanDorp is a great listener and really takes his time with you.
Aug 14, 2026
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Very confident in having my gallbladder removal surgery done here. Great doc, great staff. No complaints.
Aug 12, 2026
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Pre surgical visit. I walked in feeling slightly nervous. I walked out feeling confident.
Aug 7, 2026
I feel so incredibly fortunate to have been able to have Dr. Van Dorp as my surgeon. What a talented, caring, and compassionate person he is. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing surgery.
Aug 7, 2026
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Absolutely wonderful physician. Fantastic surgeon. Dr. VanDorp is very thorough, caring, and compassionate. He explained everything I wanted to know both pre- surgery and post-surgery as well as during the follow up appointment. I could not have been more pleased with the care I received.
Aug 6, 2026
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Hospital stay was short but cheerful.. Dr. And staff friendly and knowledgeable. recovery time short
Aug 6, 2026
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Excelent
Aug 5, 2026
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Excellent Doctor
Aug 1, 2026
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He is a great doctor. I would recommend for your appendectomy needs.
Aug 1, 2026
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I would highly recommend Dr Van Dorp he and his staff are amazing. It is awesome that the Dr himself called a few days after my hernia surgery to see how I was doing. I am very happy with the treatment I received.
Jul 30, 2026
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That Dr. Vandorp is helping me get to the next level I need to do and everything even tho it’s kinda scary for me but I appreciate him helping me get to my next goal!
Jul 27, 2026
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Listened to everything I had to say and answered all my questions and was very detailed
Jul 18, 2026
My experience was excellent.
Jul 18, 2026
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He was very kind and knowledgeable. He listened to me and helped me.. I think him for that.
Jul 18, 2026
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I didn’t feel rushed. My questions and concerns were addressed.
Jul 15, 2026
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I highly recommend
Jul 11, 2026
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All of my experiences with MyMich providers and facilities have been of the highest level of quality, professionalism, knowledge, courtesy, respect, patience and empathy. Dr. Van Dorp and his office is no exception. They met and/or exceeded the exemplary treatment that all of my encounters with MyMichigan facilities in Saginaw, Freeland and Midland have provided me over the entire 7 years I have been living in the area. A+ care.