Thomas Claringbold, D.O.

Ophthalmology

602 Beech Street, Suite 3200

Clare, MI 48617 Directions

(989) 802-8811

4.9 out of 5

604 verified ratings

2 Locations


MidMichigan Health Park - Houghton Lake

9249 W. Lake City Road

Houghton Lake, MI 48629

(989) 422-5122 Directions


MyMichigan Ophthalmology & Optometry: Clare

602 Beech Street, Suite 3200

Clare, MI 48617

(989) 802-8811 Directions

604 Ratings, 400 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 28, 2026
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Make appointment l have always been satisfied the best eyeglass prescription I've ever had. And very courteous

Jan 27, 2026
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He is compassionate. He the best eye surgeon dr.

Jan 26, 2026
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Very nice and friendly Dr. hopefully I will be able to stay as a patient of his 😊.

Jan 26, 2026
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All was good!

Jan 26, 2026
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Very professional and friendly.

Jan 22, 2026
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Excellent service

Jan 16, 2026
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We like Claringbold

Jan 16, 2026
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I received excellent care and I would recommend them.

Jan 15, 2026
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Always good never had any kind of problems Unreal

Jan 15, 2026
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Very good always, courteous and very helpful.

Jan 15, 2026
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I would refer Dr Claringbold if any of them are looking for an opthamologist. That's how my dad became a patient.

Jan 14, 2026
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Is a very good place to go I would recommend

Jan 14, 2026
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If you had an eye problem to contact dr clairingbolt.

Jan 13, 2026
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Great

Jan 12, 2026
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Everyone is professional and friendly.

Jan 10, 2026
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I had a relaxing visit. The doctor and are extremely knowledgeable and kind. I would recommend my family members go to Dr. Claringbold.

Jan 8, 2026
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Great service.

Jan 8, 2026
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Dr Claringbold is an excellent Ophthalmologist. Great ā€œbedside mannersā€.

Jan 8, 2026
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Very knowledgeable, kind and caring person

Jan 7, 2026
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Super doctor. Caring and patient, always available for questions and friendly

Dec 24, 2025
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Dr. Claringbold has been taking care of my eyes for more than 20 years. He knows my history and helps me reach my eye health goals.

Dec 23, 2025
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He is a great doctor

Dec 20, 2025
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Highest quality

Dec 16, 2025
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Very professional

Dec 15, 2025
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Staff is amazing, friendly, and knowledgeable, especially Denise. Both doctors are great

Dec 15, 2025
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Great

Dec 15, 2025
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Dr. Claringbold is very knowledgeable and friendly and explains everything throughly

Dec 15, 2025
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Very good

Dec 15, 2025
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Great service!

Dec 15, 2025
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Dr. Claringbold and his team are professional and also personalble. They get an A++ Don't retire Dr. Claringbold because your shoes will be hard to fill.

Dec 15, 2025
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Great šŸ‘

Dec 14, 2025
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Its all good

Dec 13, 2025
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Highly recommended doctor and staff for eye care.

Dec 13, 2025
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I was given excellent care.

Dec 13, 2025
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Dr Clarinbold is the Best! He is so nice and asks if I have any questions, explains everything and is very caring as well as all the staff.

Dec 13, 2025
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I feel so confident in the care I get in doctor Claringbold's office. He really cares about his patients.

Dec 12, 2025
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Very nice Dr

Dec 10, 2025
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Very respectful and knowledgeable about my personal care.

Dec 10, 2025
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Very good doctor!!

Dec 10, 2025
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Very nice

Dec 10, 2025
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How is the best service thank you

Dec 10, 2025
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Absolutely incredible! Caring, kind, polite and professional! Highly recommend!

Dec 2, 2025
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Since I volunteer in Clare and live near full time, I get asked a lot who I would recommend for doctors, dentists, etc. I have recommended Dr C more than once.

Nov 28, 2025
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I love it that when you see the Dr he is always smiling, The girls in his office are the best for the way they talk and care for you, So polite and professional

Nov 27, 2025
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i highly recommend dr.clarinbold and his staff

Nov 26, 2025
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First time went well

Nov 26, 2025
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Great people and place

Nov 26, 2025
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That the doctor is very good. The only real negative item is that sometimes you have to wait for him.

Nov 25, 2025
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He’s the best!

Nov 25, 2025
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It was a very excellent experience. I would strongly recommend Dr. Claringbold!