Dr. Michael Manbeck, MD

Gastroenterology*MaleAge 61

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Michael Manbeck, MD is a gastroenterologist in South Bend, IN. Dr. Manbeck has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Joseph Health System-Plymouth Medical Center and Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Michael Manbeck, MD

Practice

17501 Generations Dr South Bend, IN 46635

Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Manbeck is affiliated with Memorial Hospital of South Bend South Bend, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Manbeck specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Manbeck's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Manbeck

2.8
17 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
41%
41%
4 star
0%
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3 star
6%
6%
2 star
6%
6%
1 star
47%
47%

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Decent doctor supported by a sadistic and angry st
Manbeck was thorough, patient, answered all my questions and does have a fair amount of empathy for his patients.Unfortunately, access to Dr Manbeck is gated by an overwhelmed, angry, and vindictive administrative staff.Nobody ever answers the phone live, not ever and it takes days, sometimes weeks to get a call back.To the point where I have had to drive to his office and camp out in his lobb in order to book an appointment or get test results.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Mar 24, 2025
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Gastroenteritis help
Excellent service. He gave me in-depth treatment options and helped me get to the next step. Without his help I probably wouldn’t have found the cancer soon enough
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Jon Kindage – Oct 04, 2024
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Dr. Manbeck has never met with me in his office, I find this odd. He set up my procedures both upper and lower GI through a person in his office. He spoke with me both before and after these procedures - not the most ideal time for me to comprehend. The most disappointing for me was when he ordered a CT scan, then had a person in his office call me about results and who suggested I may need surgery. That is the kind of news one wants to hear directly from the doctor in the office while reviewing the test results. Fortunately, I went for a second opinion and a followup test revealed I have cancer. Later I requested a copy of the first CT scan from Dr. Manbeck in which I learned it also detected cancer. Had I relied on Dr. Manbeck to discuss the radiologists findings with me I never would have known I have cancer. He had an obligation to discuss the tests findings directly with me even if the results are not in his area of expertise. He should have referred me to a cancer doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
13 others found this helpful
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Merna Holloway – Jan 14, 2020
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Very knowledgeable and personable. Always available. Reassuring and up front so you feel you know what is happening with your situation. Explains things in plain language and feels as if he cares about you.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Sep 30, 2019
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This doctor could of cared less about my bleeding after my colonoscopy I ended up in the ER which I was scoped again and then basically told I was fine and sent on my way.. I would never recommend this doctor to anyone even his front desk staff was horrible.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
Helpful
South Bend, IN – Sep 16, 2018
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Ended up in hospital for several days after a routine colonoscopy. Doctor removed too many polyps, causing internal bleeding.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
9 others found this helpful
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Kewanna, IN – Dec 04, 2017
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It's doctors way or the highway. I wouldn't show up with any opinion concerning your own care. My vet gives more time to his patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
Helpful
Rich Pound in Granger, IN – Jun 12, 2017
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biography

Dr. Michael Manbeck, MD is a gastroenterologist in South Bend, IN. Dr. Manbeck has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Joseph Health System-Plymouth Medical Center and Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Ohio State University / College Of Veterinary Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Locations

Practice

Michiana Gastroenterology Inc.17501 Generations Dr South Bend, IN 46635
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Practice

Office1919 Lake Ave Ste 107A Plymouth, IN 46563
2
Pra Medical Inc211 N Eddy St South Bend, IN 46617
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Memorial Hospital of South Bend

    615 N Michigan St
    South Bend, IN 46601
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center

    5215 Holy Cross Pkwy
    Mishawaka, IN 46545
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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  • Saint Joseph Health System-Plymouth Medical Center

    1915 Lake Ave
    Plymouth, IN 46563

    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

    72%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    5% lower than the national average

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