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Dr. Bobby Kong, MD

Dr. Bobby Kong, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Bobby Kong, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Traverse City, MI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital and Munson Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1221 Sixth St Ste 202 Traverse City, MI 49684

Make an Appointment

(231) 935-5730

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kong specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kong's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kong

4.3

12 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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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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Melissa Dunn – Aug 28, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
3 people found this helpful
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May 25, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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May 14, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Andrew – Mar 23, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Dan White in Indian River, MI – Apr 02, 2018
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mark C. in Tampa, FL – Mar 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Bobby Kong, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Traverse City, MI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Munson Healthcare...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • St Louis University Grp Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • Presby Hospital University Penn

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Presby Hospital University Penn

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Cardiothoracic Surgeons of GT1221 Sixth St Ste 202 Traverse City, MI 49684
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Munson Medical Center

    1105 Sixth St
    Traverse City, MI 49684
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

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

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital

    400 Hobart St
    Cadillac, MI 49601
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

    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

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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