MidMichigan Health Park - Houghton Lake
9249 W. Lake City Road
Houghton Lake, MI 48629 Directions
4.8 out of 5
2,953 verified ratings
2,953 Ratings, 1,678 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.
Dec 6, 2025
Thomas Minnec, M.D.
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What a caring and exceptional gynecologist/surgeon!
He is honest, supportive and informative. His passion for his work is very evident.
I am blessed that he me gave me choices and patiently worked with me.
A non-invasive surgery was right for me.
I now have a much better quality of life!
Dec 1, 2025
Perfect
Nov 28, 2025
Thorough and caring.
Nov 26, 2025
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He is amazing. Very patient and understanding. He is very knowledgeable and caring. I felt very comfortable with him and am blessed to have been referred to him.
Nov 25, 2025
Absolutely the best Dr for children she’s very personable and seems to really care about her patients and always takes time with her patients
Nov 19, 2025
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Very nice doctor.
Nov 19, 2025
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If you have eye problems, this is where you need to go.
Nov 19, 2025
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Been my doctor for bunch of years . Great Doctor
Nov 19, 2025
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Krista was caring and professional. She took the time to see what was wrong and followed up on our conversation. I will be very happy to use your services again.
Nov 19, 2025
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Haley baker and nurses plus testing staff are excellent and very professional
Nov 18, 2025
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Dr Harrington
Nov 17, 2025
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He was very kind
Nov 17, 2025
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Everyone was friendly, helpful, empathetic and professional. Great experience!
Nov 17, 2025
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Support staff is excellent
Nov 17, 2025
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Lisa Harrington is very thorough and listens carefully to your needs. Her "bedside manor" is very positive and comfortable.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
It's very hard to get an appointment within 6 months time.
Nov 17, 2025
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Yes my Dr Harrington and her nurse. I am glad I attend Mid Michigan Health services and the workers in the pharmacy and blood Labs great staff!! Dr Harrington and her staff are. Very helpful so a great Jobs!!
What could have been done to improve your experience?
not a thing Every one is friendly and very information I enjoy going to Mid Mich
Nov 17, 2025
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Stacy was trying a nurse trying to be a nurse practitioner. Both of them listened and were so helpful
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Everything was fine
Nov 17, 2025
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Great service
Nov 17, 2025
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Their office staff has increased their performance by 100%.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing so far!
Nov 17, 2025
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Dr Tharpe is really good. I appreciate his time with me.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
I am confused as to how to refill my prescriptions. Sometimes the pharmacy texts, sometimes they don’t. I guess I don’t understand what I need to do make sure my meds get refilled.
Nov 17, 2025
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Trevin has always made himself available to answer questions, and provide guidance, care, and concern. That’s all I can ask for.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
NOTHING!!!!!
Nov 17, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Hayley Baker ALWAYS makes me feel so important and is so understanding to any and all of my needs.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
It would greatly improve my experience if I could make a nurse appointment for acute illness test swabs for things like strep, Covid, and flu and have the results sent to my provider to write antibiotic scripts when needed.
Nov 15, 2025
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Krista McNamara was exceptional. She truly listened, and her responses were so down to earth that I had no trouble feeling that she understood me, and that I understood her. I'm so very impressed and grateful to her.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing that needed to be improved. My experience was one of the best with her, and I really look forward to having her as my PCP. I'm very satisfied and grateful. Thank you for asking.
Nov 14, 2025
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Only seen him once, but very satisfied with first appointment.
Nov 14, 2025
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Always made me feel comfortable and safe. His staff especially his nurse was kind and made me feel seen.
Nov 14, 2025
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He’s good
Nov 14, 2025
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Dr Claringbold is an excellent ophthalmologist.
Nov 14, 2025
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Very good bedside manner, about the best I have experienced in recent memory.
Nov 14, 2025
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Everyone is courteous, respectful and kind. I have witnessed them keep their composure with clients that acted so foolish.
Nov 14, 2025
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Everyone is kind. Haley Baker is
Nov 13, 2025
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Every thing she is great her nurse is great. The staff Is great
What could have been done to improve your experience?
I don’t know just keep up the good work
Nov 13, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Her attention to detail and caring.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing comes to mind
Nov 13, 2025
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Haley is a wonderful provider. She listens to you and is a very caring individual.
Nov 12, 2025
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Dr Frisbee was awesome. Explained everything so I could understand. He came in 10 minutes before my appt time!!! My husband (takes no scripts and not a fan of surgery) said Dr Frisbee could do his surgery if needed! That is a,big deal coming from my husband!!
Nov 12, 2025
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This provider did his homework. The Dr knew of my complicated past and had a plan to pick up where I left off with my out of state provider and had a realistic game plan for my future. I am impressed with Dr Ali.
Nov 11, 2025
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Staff is always friendly and helpful!
Nov 11, 2025
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Thought privider did excellent job of listening to us our previous health history and goals going firward
What could have been done to improve your experience?
So far doing great job no need to improvement at this time
Nov 10, 2025
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Was very pleased with the care and treatment during office visit. Would recommend.
Nov 10, 2025
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Amazing provider and great staff!!
Nov 10, 2025
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
how kind and compassionate is towards you as a patient and person
Nov 10, 2025
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Great doctor and great staff.
Nov 10, 2025
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Despite the serious heart issues we discuss, it is always a pleasure meeting with Dr. Ali. He is informative, knowledgeable and very personable.
Nov 10, 2025
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I have been a patient with mid Michigan in Houghton Lake for 13 years and now I would prefer to make all my appointments through Russ common I feel that it is less stressful it is not as congested and the care is very different over there and I certainly would hope they consider taking Krista McNamara and putting her there full-time
Nov 10, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
I always get great treatment from the staff at MidMichigan Medical Offices.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Can’t think of anything.
Nov 10, 2025
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I Like The People Were Really Nice
Nov 10, 2025
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No. Actually, the visit noyrs include things we didn’t discuss at all. Not that I am having any issue I needed to discuss - but odd that that notes were added that were not really true.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing. I’m doing fine.
Nov 10, 2025
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Dr. Tharp and the staff at MidMichigan were AMAZING, Friendly, courteous and helpful! I was surprised as the amount of time that Dr. Tharp took to ask and answer questions, making me feel like a lifelong patient!
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Tacos & Margaritas!! No seriously I had a very pleasant experience and I’m looking forward to my next visit!! I wouldn’t change ANYTHING, that’s half the battle getting a Doctor who will LISTEN!
Nov 10, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Every staff member is more than kind and supportive.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
I personally see no problem.
Nov 9, 2025
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Very knowledgeable/friendly/professional/would recommend to anyone with heart issues!
Nov 9, 2025
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
I would recommend this provider to anyone who needed special care. I enjoyed talking to Dr Ali, respect his opinion and look forward to our next visit