Joseph Garlinghouse, M.D., M.P.H.
Family Medicine
391 M-134
Cedarville, MI 49719 Directions
4.9 out of 5
428 verified ratings
1 Location
428 Ratings, 288 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. Garlinghouse for being knowledgeable, compassionate, and an excellent listener who explains care clearly. Many comment on his professionalism, friendly manner, and thoroughness managing complex conditions and medications (including improved blood pressure control and freezing a lump). Staff are frequently described as courteous and collaborative. A few notes request better follow-up communication after appointments and an additional mid-level provider to improve access.
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Oct 18, 2026
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Intelligent, caring, thoughtful, respectful. Very grateful he is my primary care physician.
Oct 18, 2026
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I wish every doctor was a real concerned helpful doctor like Dr Garlinghouse. For the first time in my life, I don't suffer white coat syndrome for having blood pressure taken when it's not high anywhere but a doctors office!
Oct 16, 2026
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Great doctor explains, listens and suggests other options if need
Oct 16, 2026
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I would highly recommend Dr garlinghouse and his staff to my friends. I have been treated with the utmost care throughout my time with Dr Garlinghouse and he shows he really cares about his patients. He is comfortable to talk with and always has a very friendly attitude.
Oct 15, 2026
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Over-all care is very good. I have had times when I left a message and didn't hear back from staff.
Oct 14, 2026
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Professionally thorough. Concerned
Oct 13, 2026
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Great health care. I would recommend this provider as a Primary Care Physician to people I know.
Oct 12, 2026
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Yes, Dr., nurse and all office staff were very helpful and extremely friendly.
Oct 12, 2026
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I think Joseph is a fine upstanding man, but is pressured to see as many people as he can in as short of time as possible.
Oct 11, 2026
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I appreciate having my primary care doctor close to home. Also the facility has the capability of drawing blood and has a physical therapy area in the same building. It used to offer x-rays as well, but the equipment is "old" and training has not been done because of it. It would be nice to either train someone on the old equipment or replace the equipment with new so that training would be approved. Patients in our area have to travel approx. 38 miles one way to either Sault Ste. Marie or St. Ignace to get an x-ray. This is a hardship for some patients and very inconvenient for the rest. The whole staff here is excellent ... professional, caring, friendly. The facility is clean and inviting.
Oct 10, 2026
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Great experience with every one at office.
Oct 10, 2026
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Easy to talk too. Down to earth. Always professional. Asks questions and not afraid to say he needs to consult with someone and get back to you. Great doctor
Oct 9, 2026
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Best Doctor
Oct 8, 2026
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Very caring - never makes you feel rushed
Oct 8, 2026
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Great doctor nurses
Oct 7, 2026
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Compassionate, thorough professional
Oct 7, 2026
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Dr. Garlinghouse and staff are great! They listen to me and answer any questions I may have. I never feel rushed through. 5 stars for me!
Oct 7, 2026
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Excellent service
Oct 5, 2026
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One of the very best! Professional and personal.
Oct 5, 2026
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We are lucky to have this office in our community and such a caring staff.
Oct 5, 2026
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I highly recommend Dr Garlinghouse to my friends!
Oct 2, 2026
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Very good
Sep 30, 2026
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Excellent doctor and providers.
Sep 27, 2026
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Dr. Garlinghouse is top notch! He is pleasant, thorough, understanding, and addresses all questions and concerns. His staff is very friendly and makes you feel welcomed when you check for your appointment. I would recommend Dr. Garlinghouse to anyone looking for a competent, well respected physician!!
Sep 26, 2026
Both my husband & I have been with Dr. Garlinghouse since we moved back to Michigan almost 4yrs ago & he listens to every issue or problem either of us have or are concerned with & will get it taken care of as soon as possible. He is an amazing dr.
Sep 26, 2026
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I absolutely would tell them that if they wanted a dr that listened to their issues & worries & really looked into things to go to Dr. Garlinghouse cause he is the best.
Sep 25, 2026
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That he and his staff are the best. Highly recommend.
Sep 23, 2026
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He’s very kind and knowledgeable
Sep 19, 2026
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Dr. Garlinghouse is by far the best doctor I’ve ever seen, and I have seen doctors all over the United States! He has always been very compassionate and understanding and always strived to make sure I had all the testing needed to figure out what was going on with my body.
Sep 19, 2026
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He is very caring & knowledgeable. Always ready listen & try to solve the problem.
Sep 18, 2026
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Excellent provider
Sep 13, 2026
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Dr.garlinghouse is a very professional and excellent doctor and makes you leave your appointment feeling reassured about your problem or condition,his staff is very supportive and friendly.iwould certainly recommend dr. Garlinghouse,the staff and Cedarville clinic to anyone who needs good guality care
Sep 11, 2026
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Dr Garlingjouse is a great doctor & his staff r good to work with.
Sep 7, 2026
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great doctor and staff!!
Sep 6, 2026
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The doctor and his staff are great!! Highly recommend!!
Sep 4, 2026
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Dr. Garlinghouse is always professional, knowledgeable and compassionate. He is a wonderful doctor.
Aug 30, 2026
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This guy is so nice & open it’s not awkward talking about important or private stuff. Office staff are pleasant and his nurses, Kelly & Hannah are pleasant and helpful.
Aug 29, 2026
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Dr. Garlinghouse listens, summarizes, follows through and is a trusted professional.
Aug 28, 2026
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Positive experience. Willing to listen, discuss and answer questions. Friendly bedside manner,
Aug 28, 2026
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Excellent, and friendly
Aug 27, 2026
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Very good
Aug 26, 2026
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Dr. Garlinghouse is awesome. Listens to my questions, and always takes care of me.
Aug 24, 2026
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Very good service, They are very interested in caring for your health, Overall, very professional,
Aug 24, 2026
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Pleasant and easy to ask questions of. A fine PCP.
Aug 23, 2026
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Dr Garlinghouse is a great person with a local background. He truly cares for the well being of his patients.
Aug 21, 2026
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Excellent experience with Dr. Garlinghouse on every visit, all questions answered. He and staff are very knowledgeable and helpful who listen to my concerns. We are very fortunate to have Dr. Garlinghouse and his wonderful staff available in our community!
Aug 20, 2026
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Everyone is great ..very friendly and professional....Dr. garlinghouse is great Tracey is very helpful at front desk
Aug 20, 2026
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Best ever
Aug 19, 2026
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Dr Garlinghouse and his team are a group of excellent professionals and I would recommend them to my family and friends which I do. They are ours very responsive and have helped me through many difficult times with my health and I feel very good when I am going there for a medical treatment or advice or recommend them every day.
Aug 13, 2026
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A trusted physician with a fine staff