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Dr. Steven Behrendsen, DO

Dr. Steven Behrendsen, DO

Rheumatology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Behrendsen, DO is a rheumatologist in Lima, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Behrendsen has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center and Grand Lake Health System.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

525 N Eastown Rd Ste 102 Lima, OH 45807

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Behrendsen specializes in the area of Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals
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Dr. Behrendsen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Behrendsen

3.6
15 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
7%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
33%
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THE BEST RHEUMATOLOGIST EVER
Dr. Behrendsen is such an awesome physician! He took time explaining things to me and ordered the necessary testing needed to diagnose my psoriatic arthritis. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a very professional, very thorough and very kind physician. My daughter and myself are both his patients and have been so pleased with everything he has done and his mannerisms are just the best!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jeannine Harber – Aug 22, 2024
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Friendly staff
Dr Berhendsen is very knowledgeable on the alphabetical list of auto immune diseases and the order that they come in. I was very impressed by that! All in all I'd say it was a complete waste of time, which is the way I like it. If that is what you are looking for in a rhuematologist then I recommend him 1000%. The staff on the other hand were very friendly and helpful and the only positive aspect of the whole experience.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Doug kohli – Aug 02, 2023
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He is great at misdiagnosis and even better at wasting time, which is great and all but if you are looking for a good rhuematologist you should go somewhere else. The staff however are great and get 5 stars!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
7 others found this helpful
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Steamy miller – Jul 06, 2023
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Dr. Behrendsen has respectful, concerned, welcoming chairside manner. Listens thoroughly and spends time each patient needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Grand Rapids, MI – Jun 02, 2017
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Just an all around amazing doctor. He listens, he knows his stuff, and he is just a nice guy. In my personal experience with him he properly diagnosed a former misdiagnosis of RA. By properly identifying the real problem he was able to start me on treatment that actually works. After 18 years of suffering daily excruciating pain because of him I can once again function as a normal member of society. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a Rheumatologist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Matthew P. in Muskegon, MI – Feb 15, 2017
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I would so like not to think this way, but this Dr. Behrendsen was not compassionate when diagnosing me with SLE. He never told me the stage I was in, never broke down my lab results, or anything. Just informed me that I had SLE, asked was this my real hair, offered my medication and told me to get online and order and read the book LUPUS. Wow! This disease can kill people and this is the communication style I get from the Rheumatologist that is to specialize in this painful illness.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Grand Rapids, MI – Feb 11, 2017
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Dr. Behrendsen is a caring doctor who is compassionate, listens and takes you seriously. He works hard at coming up with a treatment plan that works for you. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Karen P in Wyoming, MI – Jan 19, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe that education and communication are the best ways to care for a patient. My staff and I are dedicated to providing personal, compassionate care and will ensure you understand the diagnosis and treatment plan to meet your healthcare needs.

biography

I have extensive experience in treating painful conditions in the joints, muscles or bones. I am passionate about working with each patient to develop the best treatment plan for their pain or concern.
  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Oklahoma / Health Sciences Center

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Rheumatology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Lima Memorial Health System Rheumatology525 N Eastown Rd Ste 102 Lima, OH 45807
1

Practice

Office1694 W Logansport Rd Peru, IN 46970
2

Practice

Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan145 Michigan St NE Ste 3100 Grand Rapids, MI 49503
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lima Memorial Health System

    1001 Bellefontaine Ave
    Lima, OH 45804

    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
  • Grand Lake Health System

    200 Saint Clair Ave
    Saint Marys, OH 45885

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center

    730 W Market St
    Lima, OH 45801
    Recipient of 36
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    View all awards

    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 nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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