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Dr. Michael Fairfax, DO

Dr. Michael Fairfax, DO

Rheumatology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Fairfax, DO is a rheumatologist in Gilbert, AZ and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Chandler Regional Medical Center and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

2 Star Rating
Based on 60 reviews 2 Star Rating (60 reviews)

Practice

2451 E Baseline Rd Ste 440 Gilbert, AZ 85234
Telehealth available
(480) 834-6576

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fairfax specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Fairfax's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fairfax

2.0

60 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
20%
20%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
67%
67%

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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
4 people found this helpful
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JerryH – Aug 04, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 21, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jolene Stangland in AZ – Aug 20, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mark T in Mesa, AZ – Jun 27, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Pam in , AZ – May 11, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
San Tan Valley, AZ – Aug 22, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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Danielle in Gilbert, AZ – May 06, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Ed in Gilbert, AZ – Oct 18, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mesa discomfort in Mesa – Sep 27, 2016
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michele E. in Gilbert, AZ – Aug 06, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
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Brandy in Queen Creek, AZ – Jul 07, 2016
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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
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Arizona – Dec 21, 2015
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

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Dr. Michael Fairfax, DO is a rheumatologist in Gilbert, AZ and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • A. T. Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Internal Medicine†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Arthrocare Arthritis Care and Research PC2451 E Baseline Rd Ste 440 Gilbert, AZ 85234
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Gilbert Medical Center

    3555 S Val Vista Dr
    Gilbert, AZ 85297
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    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

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • White Mountain Regional Medical Center

    118 S Mountain Ave
    Springerville, AZ 85938

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Chandler Regional Medical Center

    1955 W Frye Rd
    Chandler, AZ 85224
    Recipient of 6
    hospital 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

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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