Joseph VanderVeen, D.O.
Internal Medicine
295 Maple Street, Suite 202
Tawas City, MI 48763 Directions
4.9 out of 5
502 verified ratings
502 Ratings, 321 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
Dr. VanderVeen is consistently described as a highly knowledgeable, compassionate, and attentive family physician with decades-long patient relationships. Patients praise his listening skills, clear explanations, thoughtful decision-making, and personalized care. Office staff (often named Melinda) are seen as friendly and efficient; the practice is professional and welcoming. Frequent recommendations and long-term loyalty reflect strong trust and satisfaction; a few comments mention phone system frustrations and one negative front-desk interaction.
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Sep 28, 2026
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Dr Vanderveen is knowledgeable and caring. I would recommend him to anyone I know.
Sep 28, 2026
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I recommend him to everyone
Sep 24, 2026
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Dr. VanderVeen is a very knowledgeable and caring physician. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends.
Sep 24, 2026
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Dr. VanderVeen has seen me at my best and at my worst times. He and his staff aren’t just my “doctor”, they are my friends!
Sep 21, 2026
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He’s the best doctor in the state
Sep 20, 2026
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Very pleased with my care.
Sep 20, 2026
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I have often recommended Dr Vanderveen. I feel we are lucky to have him serve our area
Sep 19, 2026
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Has been my Dr for many years and I've only felt better when I was [AGE] years old
Sep 18, 2026
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Dr VanderVeen and his team are friendly and knowledgeable. I’m thankful for their care.
Sep 18, 2026
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Very good, professional and caring.
Sep 18, 2026
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Dr Vanderveen is thorough and answers all our question. He is hard to get to know but after 20 plus years, we have no problem.
Sep 18, 2026
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Always treated with respect and enjoyed the comradery
Sep 16, 2026
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If you’re looking for an excellent Doctor I recommend Dr. VanDerVeen
Sep 14, 2026
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This office and doctor is very caring and listening to your concerns are top priority. I would recommend this Dr and staff to anyone needing care
Sep 14, 2026
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Excellent care and staff.
Sep 11, 2026
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Found the Dr who I feel safe with my needs
Sep 9, 2026
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he is very good!
Sep 6, 2026
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Working with them has been a pleasure. They are excellent.
Sep 5, 2026
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Very good place, Staff and physicians
Sep 4, 2026
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Really good dr
Sep 4, 2026
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Dr VanDerveen & his staff R fabulous & I always let people know how much we love him & his staff. Happy he is our Dr.
Sep 4, 2026
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Great Dr
Sep 2, 2026
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if looking for an internest Dr. Vanderveen would be a great choice
Aug 29, 2026
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That I am happy with my health coverage
Aug 29, 2026
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Great medical office good care friendly
Aug 29, 2026
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Dr. Joe is an excellent family doctor and he cares for his patience. He also knows much about his patience backgrounds and he is willing to discuss many different things, medically. He is extremely knowledgeable and if he doesn’t know, he will tell you he does not know. He’s very honest, very forthright and very friendly and his staff is excellent.
Aug 29, 2026
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Dr. VanderVeen is very knowledgeable regarding current medical issues and information. He is willing to try various drugs to resolve problems you may have. He listens and his focus is on you the patient. We travel a distance just to keep him as our family physician and will continue to do so.
Aug 28, 2026
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Very friendly thoughtful place for help with most medical problems . Very professional staff and comfortable offices.
Aug 27, 2026
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Dr. Vanderveen is an excellent diagnostician and his staff is on top of things & care for the patients.
Aug 27, 2026
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Thank you for the continued care
Aug 23, 2026
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That they are great people very knowledgeable and caring
Aug 23, 2026
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Very competent and knowledgeable physician.
Aug 21, 2026
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Informed, answered my questions, generally positive attitude.
Aug 21, 2026
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Very experienced doctor with a good bedside manner.
Aug 17, 2026
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He’s the best in Tawas.
Aug 17, 2026
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I highly recommend Dr. Joe!
Aug 15, 2026
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If asked who I was seeing I’d tell them who and let them know I think he’s courteous and I like him a lot!
Aug 15, 2026
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Dr Vanderveen and the staff listen to what you have to say and respond in a professional way that you can clearly understand.
Aug 14, 2026
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Very respectful and caring
Aug 14, 2026
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Dr Vanderveen is absolutely the best doctor anywhere.
Aug 14, 2026
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Joe has been our doctor for years, no complaints
Aug 14, 2026
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We are lucky to have Dr. Vanderveen in our community. He is dedicated experienced and extremely knowledgeable.
Aug 13, 2026
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Great doctor and a wonderful experience
Aug 11, 2026
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Very informed.
Aug 10, 2026
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He’s the best doctor Ive ever had!
Aug 10, 2026
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Very professional
Aug 9, 2026
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This office has provided for my medical needs for over 20 years. Both Dr. Vanderveen and his staff have been professional, pro-active, caring, dependable, and supportive in every interaction I have had with them. I feel fortunate to have chosen this medical team to supply my medical care.
Aug 7, 2026
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I would recommend this doctor and staff.
Aug 7, 2026
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Fine
Aug 6, 2026
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He is knowledgeable and up to date. Communicates well.