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Dr. Michael Kakareka, DO

Dr. Michael Kakareka, DO

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Michael Kakareka, DO is a neurosurgeon in Battle Creek, MI. He is affiliated with medical facilities Bronson Methodist Hospital and Bronson Battle Creek Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

1 Star Rating
Based on 1 review 1 Star Rating (1 review)

Bronson Internal Medicine Hospital Specialists - Battle Creek

300 North Ave Battle Creek, MI 49017
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kakareka is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital Kalamazoo, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

At a Glance

  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Kakareka's Reviews

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Doesn't see you as a person
I came in presenting intense and debilitating pain on lower left back. He spent 60 seconds with me, never looked at me, and said that it will heal itself. Ended up at UofM (thank goodness!) and they immediately understood that this wasn't going to 'heal itself' and that I needed an SI joint fusion. Kakareka doesn't see you as a patient beyond the MRI. He was evasive when I asked questions.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
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Avoid. – Nov 15, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Kakareka enjoys the complexity and hardworking skillset required for neurosurgery which inspired him to get into this field. He is excited about coming to work each day due to the opportunity to operate on the sickest patients and help them...read more

biography

Dr. Kakareka enjoys the complexity and hardworking skillset required for neurosurgery which inspired him to get into this field. He is excited about coming to work each day due to the opportunity to operate on the sickest patients and help them...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School
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Locations

Bronson Internal Medicine Hospital Specialists - Battle Creek

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Bronson Neuroscience Center - Battle Creek

Bronson Neuroscience Center - Battle Creek300 North Ave Ste 2002 Battle Creek, MI 49017
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Bronson Pediatric Referral Service

Bronson Neuroscience Center - Kalamazoo601 John St Ste M-124 Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bronson Methodist Hospital

    601 John St
    Kalamazoo, MI 49007
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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 doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Bronson Battle Creek Hospital

    300 North Ave
    Battle Creek, MI 49017
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% 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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