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Dr. Kevin Michels, MD

Dr. Kevin Michels, MD

Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Kevin Michels, MD is an ophthalmic plastic & reconstructive surgeon in Richland, WA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Oregon Health & Science University in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities MultiCare Deaconess Hospital and Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp.. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 69 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (69 reviews)

Practice

475 Bradley Blvd Richland, WA 99352
(509) 279-2176

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Michels specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Michels' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Michels

4.9

69 ratings, 53 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
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bluepastry – Mar 15, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Rachel – Sep 11, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Gramalove – Aug 23, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Barbara – Jun 08, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Tim Randall – Dec 19, 2021
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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
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Diane – Oct 13, 2021
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Harry and Jo Roth – Oct 12, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Tom Schaffer – Jun 19, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Thea Few – Jun 12, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sean Currigan – May 28, 2021
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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
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Connie in Spokane – May 21, 2021
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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
Helpful
Dave Van Hersett – May 13, 2021
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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
Helpful
George Patrick Murphy – Apr 13, 2021
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kathy Sargent – Apr 03, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 30, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Stephanie Alvarado – Mar 28, 2021
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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
Helpful
Jan 13, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sharon Malone – Dec 09, 2020
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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
Helpful
tina piaskowski – Nov 16, 2020
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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
Helpful
Oct 28, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

The approach from the entire clinic team for any patient in our practice is to try to individualize that person's care to achieve the best possible outcome.  In short, my goal is to provide any options, surgical or medical, that...read more

biography

I completed my ophthalmology residency at the Casey Eye Institute at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon in 2008.  I was fortunate enough to be selected to two year American Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery...read more

  • Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Orbital Disorders

  • Orbital Surgery

  • Oculoplastic 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.

  • Ophthalmic Surgeons And Consultants Of Ohio

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • Casey Eye Institute/oregon Health And Sciences University

    Residency Hospital, 2008

  • Legacy Emanuel Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2005

  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Medical School, 2004

  • Pacific Lutheran University

    Undergraduate School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Northwest Eyelid and Orbital Specialists PS475 Bradley Blvd Richland, WA 99352
1
Northwest Eyelid and Orbital Specialists PS825 SE Bishop Blvd Ste 201 Pullman, WA 99163
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Practice

Northwest Eyelid and Orbital Specialists PS.626 S Sheridan St Spokane, WA 99202
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Prov Sacred HRT Medical Center and Childs Hosp.

    101 W 8th Ave
    Spokane, WA 99204
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • MultiCare Deaconess Hospital

    800 W 5th Ave
    Spokane, WA 99204

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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