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Dr. Michele Carpenter, MD

Dr. Michele Carpenter, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Michele Carpenter, MD is a general surgeon in Orange, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1983. She is affiliated with Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. She is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Regents of the University of California - Orange

1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 475 Orange, CA 92868

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Dr. Carpenter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carpenter

4.8
40 ratings, 9 with a written review
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World class experience. She spent so much time with me reviewing results and really made sure I connected with what was happening, and understood everything. I really liked her staff too. Very kind and compassionate.
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
4 others found this helpful
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J. Riley – May 11, 2021
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I have heard that Dr.Carpenter has a long experience in breast cancer surgery. She freed me a lot of my bad surgery and suffering. For me, she is the best doctor in the world. She is world class Doctor!!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Orange – Nov 26, 2020
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My experience with Dr. Carpenter has been all positive. She took the time to explain my imaging and pathology reports as well as my options during my initial visit. This allowed me to make an informed decision about my care. I felt supported in my decision. She also told me about her upcoming vacation time so I would understand the scheduling choices for my mastectomies. I have been very pleased with my medical team during this overwhelming cancer treatment journey.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Gloria Peak – Aug 27, 2020
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This is Michele Carpenter and I apologize to Bill L that I came across that way and since I cannot access my profile to privately respond today for some reason, I am openly apologizing to you and your wife. I wish you the best in the future. Sincerely I mean this as I have rarely had this experienced by my patients.
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
3 others found this helpful
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MMC – Jul 22, 2019
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I did not have a positive experience with Michele Carpenter. She was condescending and defensive when we asked more questions about the surgery. She said, " I already explained this several times before"! We were calm so she back tracked but still for a surgeon to show that they were having a bad day is never good.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Bill L. – Jul 02, 2019
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I was referred to Dr. carpenter by my GP as I was feeling apprehensive about a breast that looked “different”. Being a 20 yr breast cancer survivor I’m always paranoid about my breasts! I saw Dr. c Carpenter in the next week after explaining my apprehension and the receptionist worked me in... very thoughtful. Turns out all was well and Dr.Carpenter was so nice and sweet. I really liked her manner. I am going to go to her yearly now after my mammogram. She’s great
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2019
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Amazing Dr! Takes her time, very good bedside manner, explains everything so we can understand all options and treatments available. She recommended my oncologist and plastic surgeon, the three of them gave me such great treatment! Having breast cancer and a mastectomy was a very hard journey to be on, but she made the journey so much easier, I can’t say enough about her and her staff! Highly recommend Dr Carpenter??
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
2 others found this helpful
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Judy in Tison, CA – Nov 29, 2018
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Dr. Carpenter is an excellent Doctor. Any one would be blessed to have her as their doctor.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2018
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Dr. Carpenter is amazing! She explained my diagnosis to me thoroughly and why certain treatments were necessary. She is knowledgeable and an excellent surgeon. She performed a lumpectomy and my breast looks great. It doesn't look like I had surgery. My scar healed quickly and no longer visible. I would recommend her to anyone that needs a surgeon without hesitation.
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
20 others found this helpful
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Oceanside, CA – Mar 29, 2017
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I believe that every person needs to be treated as an individual. She needs to be in charge of her care and have as much information that is needed to make an informed choice. Patients need support from family, health care providers and others in their time of need.

  • General Surgery

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  • Georgetown Univeristy

    Medical School

  • Naval Hospital San Diego

    1992

  • Naval Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983

  • University Of Scranton

    Undergraduate School, 1979
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Regents of the University of California - Orange

Regents of the University of California - Orange1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 475 Orange, CA 92868
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