Dr. John Gustafson, MD

Cardiology*MaleAge 59

Cardiology*

Dr. John Gustafson, MD is a cardiologist in Kalamazoo, MI and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1994. He specializes in Cardiology and Internal Medicine.

Dr. John Gustafson, MD

Practice

1722 Shaffer St Ste 1 Kalamazoo, MI 49048
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Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gustafson is affiliated with Bronson Lakeview Hospital Paw Paw, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Gustafson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gustafson specializes in the area of Interventional Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Gustafson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gustafson

4.4
21 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 star
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Is it was very professional all pertinent cardiac details were discussed and I felt my concerns were addressed.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 19, 2025
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He’s been the best for me from the moment I first saw him. From doing my stint, to saving my life and catching that I had the widow maker3 years later. I appreciate he’s office and he’s staff greatly.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ben vincent – Feb 14, 2025
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Really like dr Gus. Gone to him for years. However since the office has merged with Acension There is much to be desired. The office and billing need to get their act togather. Terrible!!!! Thinking of switching.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cindy Peachey – Feb 03, 2025
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Very thorough and explained in depth the situation so that I could understand.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Deborah Windover – Feb 18, 2022
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Very good at explaining details and answering questions would highly recommend Dr Gustafson!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ronald Myers – Nov 19, 2021
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I have afib that has caused me no problems for about 10 years--no symptoms, no limitations on my daily activities or four-mile walks. I take Warfarin but no anti-arrhythmic medications. Dr. G has been my cardiologist for some time and I have no major complaints. However, my visits with him rarely last more than five minutes and he has not been particularly forthcoming with specific questions or information about my condition. I feel that my primary care physician is better at monitoring my heart and giving me information.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 24, 2021
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First time seeing Dr. Gustafson. I thought he was very thorough very nice. Seem to care about his patients concerns. I would definitely recommend him to family and friends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 15, 2021
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Do to an emergency for Dr. Gustafson, my appointment was unexpeditally long. Thru no fault of his, during my visit with him went very well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sandra Lewis – Oct 13, 2021
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Detailed communication, good listener, prompt
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sharon Carlisle – Aug 12, 2021
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Dr. Gustafson is professional, kind, caring, knowledgeable and top rate in my book. He is a good listener, explains things well and answers questions throughly. I have received excellent care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Iris Camer – Jul 30, 2021
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Bottom line up front: after an initial appointment I went home and scheduled an appointment with another doctor. For more details: I actually wrote out a decent amount of information to help other potential patients get a good picture but "something didn't meet content guidelines" (no profanity or anything haha) All in all I just wasn't impressed.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 16, 2020
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Great doctor! Saved my life. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 06, 2019
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Wonderful doctor.. makes you feel at ease.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kalamazoo – Apr 16, 2018
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I would recommend Dr. Gustafson to anyone because he is very thorough with the tests he wants ran and he also explains the results very well. Answers questions and provides very good feedback.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Kyle Smith in Kalamazoo, MI – Jun 23, 2016
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I had angioplasty balloon vs stent, I've had extreme pain after surgery and continued pain still. I never saw him again, not even an explanation to possibility's of why this happened. He never came to my room to speak to me, I was discharged in pain and It has been a month and still having pain. I am concerned he caused arterial damage by over inflating my artery wall when he did the surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Still hoping in Battle Creek, MI – Feb 27, 2016
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care philosophy

Borgess Heart Center for Excellence is a part of Borgess Heart Institute, offering outstanding contributions toward improving cardiac patient outcomes throughout southwest Michigan. We strive to provide high-quality care with personal attention to your questions and concerns.

biography

Joseph V. Giannola, MD, is a family medicine doctor with Ascension Michigan in Livonia, MI. He provides primary care for minor illness and injuries, preventive health screenings, routine check-ups and vaccinations. Dr. Giannola listens to understand...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Minn Hospital & Clin

    Residency Hospital, 1997
  • Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak Campus

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997
  • Midam Heart Inst/st Luke's Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997
  • University Of Minnesota

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Interventional Cardiology
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Dr. Gustafson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Premier Cardiology PC1722 Shaffer St Ste 1 Kalamazoo, MI 49048
    1
    Michiana Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Inc.600 S Lakeview Ave Ste 105 Sturgis, MI 49091
    2

    Practice

    Office916 Myrtle St Ste 1 Sturgis, MI 49091
    3

    Practice

    Ascension Borgess Hospital1521 Gull Rd Kalamazoo, MI 49048
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Bronson Lakeview Hospital

      408 Hazen St
      Paw Paw, MI 49079
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      87%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      10% higher than the national average

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    • Ascension Borgess Hospital

      1521 Gull Rd
      Kalamazoo, MI 49048
      Recipient of 54
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Three Rivers Health

      701 S Health Pkwy
      Three Rivers, MI 49093

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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