Sefako Phala, M.D.

Family Medicine

4040 N. Euclid Road, Suite B

Bay City, MI 48706 Directions

(989) 671-9153

4.5 out of 5

38 verified ratings

38 Ratings, 23 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.
Jan 6, 2025
Disappointed

Jan 3, 2025
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
I absolutely love Dr Phala. He is great al listening to my concerns and working with me on making the best health decisions for me. I highly recommend his office whenever I am asked about recommendations. He is great at taking the time with you and I never feel rushed there.

Jan 3, 2025
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Dr.Sefako Phala , and his entire staff , often go above and beyond the call of duty. Always paying close attention to my physical and mental wellness..

Dec 30, 2024
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I'm in rough shape ,but not for him getting the rit test. I can't see what you scared, but he solves it and you get fixed

Dec 26, 2024
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Extremely understanding about your medical issues and tries to help any way he can and tries to help you with your medical issues that you may have or need addressed. Been to several Dr's in the past he's definitely is one of the best. Luv him like Family!

Dec 24, 2024
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Good Dr., better then [ ] hospital group.

Dec 23, 2024
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Great doctor!!!!!

Dec 23, 2024
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Dr Sefako Phala listens to his patients, explains things well, is reasonable, uses critical thinking and is always kind and respectful.

Dec 23, 2024
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I am immensely pleased with Dr. Phala. However, his assistant doesn't return or acknowledge my phone calls when I leave a message at their phone prompt. Specifically, Dr. Phala wanted me to get a colonoscopy after my Sumner physical. I was new to Ascension and unfamiliar with their specialists, so I asked the discharge receptionist to make an appointment for me with their recommended office and contact me with the appointment. I didn't hear back, so I called two weeks later and left a message. And a couple weeks later I called again! No response. I let it go, as I was busy in the fall. But when I went back to see Dr. Phala on another matter, I asked the receptionist and was told to "just give them a call and schedule anytime." It's been my experience that specialists prioritize referrals from PCPs than new patients! I was a medical assistant for 15 years and ALWAYS followed up with my patients with specialists.

Dec 23, 2024
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Friendly and caring staff. I’ve never felt ignored by the doctor or staff. I always recommend the doctor and office to anyone I know who is looking for a doctor. Since my last primary care doctor retired 10 years ago o have not had this quality of care and I so appreciate it!

Dec 23, 2024
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Great doctor. Listens well. Friendly. Likabl

Dec 23, 2024
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One of the best general practice doctors in our area.

Dec 21, 2024
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I believe they are concerned with keeping me healthy and that's very important to me have a grandchild on the way so hopefully my children can focus on their child and not have to take care of an elderly parent. Thank you!

Dec 20, 2024
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The staff from the front desk to the nurses that take you back to the room Seeing Dr Phala and discharge they are all very professional and positive!

Dec 20, 2024
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Dr. Phala always takes time with his pt.s and is very caring. I would 100% reccomend him.

Dec 19, 2024
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Office is understaffed, they don’t return phone messages. I have been happy in the past but since the merger it has been difficult to get answers and requests taken care of

Dec 19, 2024
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If you can get an appointment they are amazing but if you are waiting for results…good luck. When I see Brittany Phala she is prompt and fast with making sure I get my results and or a call back. However with Sefako Phala I never get a call back or follow up. I’m waiting currently to hear results from an ultrasound done almost 2 months ago. Results have back for a week and can’t get someone to call me to go over them. This is completely unacceptable.

Dec 19, 2024
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Dr.Sefako is great as far as listening as well as explaining his diagnosis and making a directive to get results, the only issue Ive been having lately is to get a timely appointment for a new & current follow ups the office is usually scheduling 2 weeks out

Dec 16, 2024
No complaints, especially when compared to other other service providers that I have been to

Dec 16, 2024
Great doctor, office staff needs a lot of help.

Dec 14, 2024
Great listener love him always takes such good care of me. The staff and him make me feel valued and cared.

Dec 14, 2024
These people have always helped me when I needed help. They guided me through the covid epidemic and they've guided me through other health problems and are helping me. Now with my wife weight problem

Dec 13, 2024
Dr Phala has been my doctor for a while now and I have been happy with him and his treatment and the staff is always great and helpful. If your looking for a primary care physician, Dr Phala would be a great choice.