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Dr. Lawrence Patzelt, MD

Dr. Lawrence Patzelt, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Patzelt, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Grand Rapids, MI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital and University of Michigan Health West. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

100 Michigan St NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Make an Appointment

(616) 459-7258

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Patzelt's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patzelt

5.0

4 ratings, 2 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jerry L Swanson – Jan 20, 2025
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What went well
  • 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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Pam – Nov 01, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Our group has been serving the needs of West Michigan patients for more than 55 years. The surgeons of WMCTS, with more than 150 years of combined experience, employ the latest and most comprehensive surgical approaches for the treatment of a variety...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • Thoracic Surgery

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  • University Of Colorado Health Sciences Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • University Of Colorado Health Science Center

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • Royal Infirm Of Edinburgh

    Residency Hospital, 1981

  • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1975
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Locations

Practice

Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital100 Michigan St NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital

    1840 Wealthy St SE
    Grand Rapids, MI 49506
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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  • University of Michigan Health West

    5900 Byron Center Ave SW
    Wyoming, MI 49519

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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  • Mercy Health Muskegon

    1500 E Sherman Blvd
    Muskegon, MI 49444
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award
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