Nathan Gallagher, M.D.
Family Medicine
211 Long Rapids Road
Alpena, MI 49707 Directions
4.8 out of 5
474 verified ratings
1 Location
474 Ratings, 278 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. Gallagher for being knowledgeable, compassionate, thorough, and an excellent communicator who listens and explains care clearly. Many highlight his punctuality, professionalism, and friendly staff. Several commenters credit him with timely detection and treatment (notably early prostate cancer detection via PSA testing) and improved quality of life from medications. Occasional operational issues appear around phone access and follow-up on consultant test results, but clinical care and patient trust are strong themes.
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May 20, 2026
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Excellent Doctor and staff. The Alpena area is fortunate to have the services of Dr Gallagher.
May 19, 2026
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He is very knowledgeable in all areas that I have encountered
May 18, 2026
Friendly, informative and comprehensive.
May 18, 2026
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That he is very professional n very friendly
May 18, 2026
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I have recommended him to several friends who now have him as their dr.
May 12, 2026
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I'm very happy with Dr. Gallagher. He caught my prostate cancer in its early stage. By doing a yearly PSA test.
May 11, 2026
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My doctor is informed and up to date. He is down to earth and speaks in everyday language I can understand. The staff go over and above to help you arrange appointments, make copies for you to keep on track. The phlebotamist is efficient, painless and kind. Nurse Kathy for wellness visits is top shelf.
May 10, 2026
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Responsive to your needs.
May 8, 2026
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Dr Gallagher in an outstanding physion. He always fully explains all aspects of my care. The nurses at the office are very professional.
May 8, 2026
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Liked him
May 6, 2026
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They were professional and courteous
May 3, 2026
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I have absolutely no complaints about Nathan Gallagher and his staff. Someone recommended him to me after having a physician for a couple years that I was not very happy with. In such a small town I was worried on who go to. After almost a year switching, I don’t know why I didn’t go to him sooner. He is an amazing physician and I have told so many people that I really am happy with him. Within the year he has ran proper test that have been the answer to a lot of medical issues. Now I have answers and no longer feel I am ignored. I give Nathan Gallagher 5 stars!!!!
May 2, 2026
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He takes the time to listen to concerns and explains them or finds the cause of them. Friendly and polite. A++
May 1, 2026
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Dr Gallager is an excellent provider. When you arrive for an appointment, he may be with another patient's needs that are beyond his control.
May 1, 2026
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Great doctor
Apr 29, 2026
Aways feel like you’re talking to a old friend and anything I don’t understand he takes time to explain
Apr 29, 2026
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That they could count on the doctor and staff to take good care of them
Apr 29, 2026
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I would like the office manager to know that the MA did Not ck my BP or temp. Yet the medical student told me that my BP was good. I informed him that it wasn't taken. This could have been detrimental to a pt without controlled BP.
Apr 24, 2026
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He’s very good and is very informative. I feel comfortable with him as my doctor. I recommend him for sure.
Apr 22, 2026
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Feel comfortable with Dr. Gallagher. He is knowledgeable and very friendly.
Apr 22, 2026
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Very knowledgeable
Apr 22, 2026
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Very nice- talks about your test results - suggest things I could be doing to improve myself -
Apr 21, 2026
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I have recommended to family and friends to contact them to receive services.
Apr 21, 2026
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Dr. Gallagher is an amazing doctor. I wish he had been my doctor from the beginning, I might not have had the issues i have today. He cares for his patients. Anyone would be lucky to have him as their doctor.
Apr 20, 2026
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Very good
Apr 18, 2026
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Dr. Gallagher is a good doctor. He answers all my questions. He also addresses all my concerns. I find him very knowledgeable on my situation.
Apr 18, 2026
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Doctor and staff are good and down to earth people.
Apr 16, 2026
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It is always well worth the hour drive it takes to get there.
Apr 15, 2026
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Good
Apr 11, 2026
Thorough
Apr 11, 2026
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Felt I received good care. Dr. Gallagher and his d staff were professional at all times.
Apr 10, 2026
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Excellent doctor. Always explains every thing to me and Answer all my questions. I'm so glad that he is my doctor.
Apr 9, 2026
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He listens to you, talk to your level, he is a great doctor every time I go see him ,he is awesome thank you
Apr 8, 2026
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Very good care. I would recommend Dr. Gallagher.
Apr 8, 2026
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Dr. Gallagher provides excellent medical care
Apr 6, 2026
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Very good doctor does well to explain things so you can understand
Apr 4, 2026
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good
Apr 4, 2026
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Excellent care for doctor G
Mar 28, 2026
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He listens,explains,
Mar 28, 2026
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Good
Mar 27, 2026
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It's been a very pleasant experience going to that office
Mar 26, 2026
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I’d recommend him.
Mar 26, 2026
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Good office.
Mar 25, 2026
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He is not my regular doctor! But I received good care and he sent me for x-rays. And I've already received the results. And physical therapy was recommended.
Mar 20, 2026
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This is top notch place to do business.
Mar 14, 2026
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Fast and efficient
Mar 13, 2026
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Excellent and personalized
Mar 12, 2026
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He and his office members are excellent in my opinion and they are doing an excellent job and have never had any problems. I would recommend him to anyone who needs medical help.
Mar 11, 2026
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Very good. Much better than [removed name of other facility] in notifying results & explaining what it means
Mar 10, 2026
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Excellent service, great partner in my health management.