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Dr. Philip Waalkes, DO

Dr. Philip Waalkes, DO

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Philip Waalkes, DO is a family medicine physician in Zeeland, MI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from MICHIGAN STATE University in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital and Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 100 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (100 reviews)

SHMG Family Medicine - Zeeland

8333 Felch St Ste 200 Zeeland, MI 49464
Telehealth available
(616) 748-2850

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Waalkes specializes in the area of Family Practice. • 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
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Waalkes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Waalkes

4.9

100 ratings, 85 with a written review
5 Star
96%
96%
4 Star
2%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Philip Waalkes, DO?
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Philip Waalkes, DO?
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Anonymous – May 02, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Philip Waalkes, DO?
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Philip Waalkes, DO is a family medicine physician in Zeeland, MI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from MICHIGAN STATE University in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Corewell Health...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • Dwight David Eisenhower Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Michigan State University

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

SHMG Family Medicine - Zeeland

SHMG Family Medicine - Zeeland8333 Felch St Ste 200 Zeeland, MI 49464
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital

    8333 Felch St
    Zeeland, MI 49464
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

    100 Michigan St NE
    Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Corewell Health Ludington Hospital

    1 Atkinson Dr
    Ludington, MI 49431

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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