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Dr. Catherine Michael, MD

Dr. Catherine Michael, MD

Emergency Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Catherine Michael, MD is an emergency medicine specialist in Indianapolis, IN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension St. Vincent Carmel and Ascension St. Vincent Fishers.

1.2 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 1.2 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

2001 W 86th St Indianapolis, IN 46260

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(317) 338-2121

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Michael specializes in the area of Emergency Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Michael's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Michael

1.2
9 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Horrible, Horrible, Horrible
She is the worst provider I’ve ever seen. Condescending, rude, uncaring, and dismissive of patient’s pain/situation. She has no business working in this field and should be ashamed of her communication with patients. I have been a long time patient is St. Vincent Carmel but will never go or recommend their ER again. She needs to leave immediately.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 12, 2023
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Dr Michaels was unfeeling and rude to my 9 year old who has ADHD and overreacts to all stimuli, including pain. I'm an RN. I know providers can have a bad day, and this has been a very tough year for them, but I was shocked by her response to his pain and fear. I would never go to Ascension Castleton again because of her.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mary – Apr 01, 2021
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I feel compelled to warn anyone taking a child to the ER not to bring them here. Dr. Michaels and her PA were rude to my husband and I and downright mean to my 2 year old - Making comments like, "Maybe you can be a big boy and stop crying." It was his 2nd birthday and the poor guy had to be rushed to the ER for a cut on his chin. Dr. Michaels and staff showed no compassion. Not to mention the next morning the glue came off my sons chin and we had to go see his pediatrician.
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Fishers, IN – Jul 12, 2017
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Dr. Michael was the most uncaring doctor I can remember. She appeared to me to be testy for some reason and not very helpful. I was laying there yelling and moaning with a kidney stone (in agony) and she was upset for some reason. I would never go back to her or St. Vincent's Hospital for any reason!!!!!
What went well
  • Wait times
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Steve Carter in Indianapolis – Aug 22, 2016
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My experience with this particular Dr. Was terrible. Talks very nasty and in a sense makes light of what you're trying to describe to her as your illness. Hopefully I never have contact with her again.I am very serious when I make this statement. Saw her in the ER
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
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joyceamoss@att.net – Feb 03, 2016
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biography

Dr. Catherine Michael, MD is an emergency medicine specialist in Indianapolis, IN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension St. Vincent Carmel and Ascension St. Vincent Fishers.

  • Emergency Medicine

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  • Indiana University / Bloomington

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Emergency Medicine®
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Emergency Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Mid America Clinical Laboratories LLC2001 W 86th St Indianapolis, IN 46260
1
Office2412 E Main St Plainfield, IN 46168
2

Practice

Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center10580 N Meridian St Carmel, IN 46290
3

Practice

Mid America Clinical Laboratories LLC1331 S A St Elwood, IN 46036
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension St. Vincent Carmel

    13500 N Meridian St
    Carmel, IN 46032
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ascension St. Vincent Fishers

    13861 Olio Rd
    Fishers, IN 46037

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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis

    2001 W 86th St
    Indianapolis, IN 46260
    Recipient of 6
    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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