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Dr. Ross Michel, MD

Dr. Ross Michel, MD

Internal Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Ross Michel, MD is an internist in San Luis Obispo, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as French Hospital Medical Center and Adventist Health Sierra Vista. He is not accepting new patients.

2.3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 2.3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Ella Street Specialty Center

1304 Ella St Ste A San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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Dr. Michel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Michel

2.3
6 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Dr. Michel's office contacted me and set up an appointment. I was ill that day so I had a Zoom appointment with him. He was very cordial, explained everything then asked if I had questions. He made me feel like I was being cared for, not just physically but in other areas of my life. Kind of a Holistic approach. This is rare for western medicine! I like him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dolores Adams – Aug 16, 2021
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An absolute nightmare to book a visit and they're are almost impossible to contact. if they're too busy they're just keep you waiting for ever. They are terrible at communicating with your insurance and you can't get an approval for a better place because they won't refer you out or explain in writing to your insurance why they can't get you in. Might as well resign to dying in your sleep before they get back to you. (sarcasm, but kinda true)
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
6 others found this helpful
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Jul 15, 2020
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Terrible telephone system. I couldn't even get through to ask about medicare coverage. Three calls, long inapplicable prompts. I almost went to sleep. New patient line is answered, but it is a general service without knowledge of his profile.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 others found this helpful
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????-???? in Santa Maria, CA – Jul 06, 2018
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Horrible experience with staff. Booking an appointment was near impossible. Front office staff rude and inappropriate.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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May 23, 2018
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Dr. Michel first off was especially uncommunicative. After my first visit, without telling me anything, he sent a technician to run me through some performance tests and leave a nighttime blood O2, pulse rate monitor. I used it for one night, then he technician brought a nighttime oxygen machine that I was supposed to use every night, all night, still with no communication from Dr. Michel. I used the machine for several weeks, then not using it for a
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
19 others found this helpful
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Norman Scott in Creston, CA – Feb 12, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Ross Michel, MD is an internist in San Luis Obispo, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as French Hospital Medical Center and Adventist Health Sierra Vista. He is not accepting new patients.
  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

    Residency Hospital, 2005
  • University Of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

    Internship Hospital, 2003
  • Virginia Commonwealth University

    Medical School, 2002
  • Duke University

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Critical Care Medicine
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
Sleep Medicine
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Locations

Ella Street Specialty Center

Ella Street Specialty Center1304 Ella St Ste A San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • French Hospital Medical Center

    1911 Johnson Ave
    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

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

    7% higher than the national average

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  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St
    Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    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.

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

    5% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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  • Adventist Health Sierra Vista

    1010 Murray Ave
    San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

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    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

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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