Dennis Van Dorp, M.D.
General Surgery
3051 Kiesel Road
Bay City, MI 48706 Directions
4.9 out of 5
207 verified ratings
2 Locations
207 Ratings, 123 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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Apr 28, 2026
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I had the best care before, during, and after my surgery! Everyone was so nice!!!
Apr 25, 2026
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He was very professional and kind. Interested in what I said. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs a general surgery. His staff was so nice also.
Apr 19, 2026
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Very professional. He carefully listened to what my wife and I had to say and with my concerns when planning for my surgery. He was patient and understanding not only for the surgery but for after with my health with my psoriasis in the surgical area. Very impressed.
Apr 19, 2026
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He was the BEST doctor I have ever met! He was thorough, confident, explained things easily, personally called me on more than one occasion to explain things! Very impressive!! To get a doctor on the phone is unheard of these days and really made me feel like he cared about my health and well being. He is top tier.
Apr 18, 2026
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He's good
Apr 18, 2026
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Great bedside manner, patient and explained things clearly.
Apr 15, 2026
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He didn't make me feel rushed and he explained things the average person could understand.
Apr 15, 2026
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If you have a hernia go to Dr. Van dorp he is a very good and knowledgeable.
Apr 15, 2026
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He seems like a good guy.
Apr 15, 2026
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Dr. VanDorp is very nice, explained everything to me and my wife. Ask if I needed anything and checked in me after surgery 10 out of 10. Highly recommend him.
Apr 7, 2026
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I'm a very complicated case. Dr VanDorp took the time to research my Ehlers-Danlos and Mast Cell Activation and how it would effect my gall bladder removal surgery. It gave me confidence he was ready for my uniqueness.
Apr 2, 2026
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Very nice and he listens to you
Apr 1, 2026
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I think the Dr listens, explains options, well.
Apr 1, 2026
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Good General surgeon
Apr 1, 2026
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Excellent experience.
Mar 23, 2026
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He is forward in all the right ways..answers all yur questions and know the way to explain the results on how you will will understand even austin was very pleasant to talk to thank you ALLso much
Mar 21, 2026
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Highly recommended.
Mar 9, 2026
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Friendly, helpful
Mar 7, 2026
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I always have Dr Van Dorp do my surgeries He going to do my other surgeries on my hernia and then on my knees
Mar 7, 2026
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They were very kind to me, very sweet and got me in on a cancelation list. Jessie and Doug were very nice to me.
Mar 7, 2026
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Dr Van Dorp is amazing. He took my issues seriously, explained everything and fixed it. I have been a long time patient of Dr Zainea and was nervous about seeing a different provider. Dr VanDorp put our minds at ease immediately. I will be forever grateful to him for his excellent care. Thank you.
Mar 7, 2026
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Dr was very professional and very jokingly with us. But Jenny [ ] Was very unprofessional and very disrespectfully rude. Never washed hands and said he’s with his next patient seeing as your late. But I was 2 minutes late due to accident.
Mar 4, 2026
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Dr. VanDorp's attitude toward me has seriously improved. I was leary about seeing him at first because of the rude way he dealt with me during my emergency surgery every years ago. But, after the first visit I realized he had changed for the better. Improved by attitude, speech and treatment of me. I was very happy with this Dr. VanDorp. Thank you
Feb 28, 2026
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Everything went to plan. Seemed like surgery day was long awaited but obviously many others were before me. So far so good but still in early stages of recovery.
Feb 28, 2026
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Knowledgeable, caring, listens to you.
Feb 16, 2026
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Very thoughtful, cared about what I had to say, didn’t rush me and let me ask questions!
Feb 11, 2026
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I have only had one appointment with him, but he was brief, straight forward and easy to talk to, I wish all doctors were the same. Thank you.
Feb 7, 2026
Great bedside manner. Listened to me about my specific chronic illness information as it relates to my surgery. Highly recommend!
Feb 7, 2026
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I'm a complicated case with multiple chronic issues and pain. I liked that Dr VanDorp went through his information then listened to me about my specific problems. He has a great bedside manner and is professional.
Feb 4, 2026
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Good!!
Feb 4, 2026
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He is a wonderful doctor. He took his time listening to me and going over my records. He gave careful consideration to what my underlying issue might be. He determined that I needed a specialist, and sent a referral the next day. He does what he says he is going to do, and I trust him very much. I also had him for a minor surgery a couple of years ago. He did a great job. I found him to be very knowledgeable and professional, and also a nice sense of humor. I'm happy to have Dr VanDorp as part of my health care team.
Feb 3, 2026
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The staff was absolutely amazing! This was my first surgery ever and I was definitely nervous. But, the staff made me feel very comfortable. It was a great experience. Thank you to everyone
Jan 28, 2026
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Visit if you get the chance
Jan 27, 2026
He made the right decisions by listening to what I had to say and I highly recommend him for anyone in the future visits and procedures 😁
Jan 27, 2026
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Was very thankful Dennis made the right decisions when it came to my overall health especially before, during and after my surgeries it shows he truly cares about the wellbeing of his patients and people in general he was the true hero with my latest surgery I can’t thank him enough even though he said he hopes he doesn’t see me anymore 🤔😆but in a good way as I am forever grateful for him and his staff 😁😎
Jan 26, 2026
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They were all very respectful and attentive and answered any questions that I had.
Jan 22, 2026
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Doc is straight forward and listened to my concerns. I feel like he took the time to review my extensive medical history. I am a long time patient of Dr. Z and a little nervous about transitioning. I feel confident about moving forward with Dr VanDorp
Jan 22, 2026
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Very professional
Jan 21, 2026
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Yes, he and his staff were fantastic and helpful
Jan 21, 2026
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Thus surgeon is outstanding.
Jan 20, 2026
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Excellent in every way. My driver and I actually had fun on surgery day.
Jan 20, 2026
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I will know more after surgery
Jan 18, 2026
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This Doctor is the best 💪🏾
Jan 15, 2026
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Dr. Van Dorp & his team were excellent. I was very impressed.
Jan 15, 2026
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Very kind, caring/compassionate and knowledgeable care team.
Jan 9, 2026
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He seemed to care about what I had to say, and answered any questions I had the best he could.
Jan 7, 2026
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Great doctor. Would recommend to anyone
Dec 23, 2025
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Thorough, pleasant, very knowledgeable.
Dec 22, 2025
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Dr Van Corp is a very nice doctor,He listens and talks to you about your concerns and issues your having (something I really like😃) Friendly staff, Highly recommend!👍😃
Dec 17, 2025
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Very particulent and on time