Thomas Claringbold, D.O.

Ophthalmology

602 Beech Street, Suite 3200

Clare, MI 48617 Directions

(989) 802-8811

4.9 out of 5

617 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

617 Ratings, 394 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.
Aug 13, 2025
Dr Claringbold and his office Just the best in every way.

Aug 11, 2025
Quality eye care. Friendly, caring bedside manner.

Aug 6, 2025
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Dr Claringbold is friendly, knowledgeable and efficient, would highly recommend

Aug 6, 2025
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The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. My care for surgery was excellent

Aug 1, 2025
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Very good experience

Jul 28, 2025
Thank you doctor for all you did for me my eyes are great it's so nice to be able to see you again you are the best I would recommend anyone to you thank you again for all your hard work it's very appreciated

Jul 28, 2025
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I would recommend Dr for your eye problems to anybody he was great surgery went great and it's so nice to be able to see again thank you doctor for all your hard work I appreciate it

Jul 27, 2025
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They are the best

Jul 25, 2025
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Yes, I have referred family and friends to Dr. Clairingbold.

Jul 25, 2025
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Everyone there is friendly and Dr. Claringbold knows what he is doing.

Jul 24, 2025
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Very thorough. Care. State of art contraptions. Impressive, precise and astute assessments facilitated by these. Claringbold is very personable even though not in my network anymore. Thanks

Jul 23, 2025
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Wonderful experience.

Jul 23, 2025
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In my opinion, Dr Claringbold is one of the best in his field and always kind and caring.

Jul 19, 2025
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Awesome provider & Staff

Jul 19, 2025
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Dr always takes my special needs into account

Jul 18, 2025
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This is my first visit with Dr. Claringbold and staff. The visit was very thorough and the kindness of assistant Denise? and Dr Claringbold was exceptional. I would recommend this practice to family and friends.

Jul 18, 2025
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Very kind and organized office

Jul 17, 2025
Very positive

Jul 17, 2025
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Great eye dr.!!

Jul 17, 2025
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The whole staff were very helpful.

Jul 17, 2025
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I would recommend Dr. Claringbold to family and friends .

Jul 17, 2025
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Professional and personable

Jul 16, 2025
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I recommend him too others

Jul 16, 2025
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Dr and office staff are excellent, but wait time is a little long.

Jul 16, 2025
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Very thorough with my examination and listened to my concerns and questions answered them in terms I could understand

Jul 14, 2025
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Office is nice and friendly and your issue should be resolved soon

Jul 14, 2025
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The provider follows though on what he said

Jul 12, 2025
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Best vision after appointment I have ever had.

Jul 12, 2025
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Waited 30”+ to see him. Always kind.

Jul 12, 2025
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Staff at front desk are a bit short everytime they deal with you.

Jul 11, 2025
Very comfortable with the entire staff.

Jul 11, 2025
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Very happy!

Jul 11, 2025
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I would highly recommend them

Jul 11, 2025
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It didn't take too long to get an appt based on the information the staff was given. Dr. Claringbold is a good listener, answered my questions, and explained those answers in a way that was easy to understand.

Jul 7, 2025
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I recommend him

Jul 5, 2025
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Great experience...great service Thank you

Jul 3, 2025
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This eye doctor is not pushy and doesn't make you get glasses if you don't need them. He is the best in his field. I don't ever want to lose this eye doctor.

Jul 2, 2025
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Great experience

Jul 1, 2025
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Very professional

Jul 1, 2025
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Great Doctor and Great Staff! No complaints here!

Jul 1, 2025
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Doc and staff give super hero service

Jul 1, 2025
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Everyone was helpful and pleasant to talk to. I was very comfortable during my office visit.

Jul 1, 2025
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He's a very good Dr. And would recommend any friends or family to go to him.

Jun 30, 2025
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I had a good conversation about Breeders Lung & steroids. Being a rare disease this doesn't happen very often. I thank him for this.

Jun 29, 2025
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Excellent 👍

Jun 29, 2025
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He's an excellent doctor

Jun 28, 2025
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He is an excellent opthalmologist and a caring and relatable person.

Jun 26, 2025
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Will recommend his service

Jun 26, 2025
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He and the staff are very respectful and nice. They listen and make you feel comfortable. They are awesome.

Jun 26, 2025
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I have implants. I usually see Dr Claringbold every two years. It is more preventive than anything. Dr Claringbold is very easy to work with.