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Dr. Emil Thelen, MD

Dr. Emil Thelen, MD

Rheumatology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Emil Thelen, MD is a rheumatologist in Carmichael, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at Berkeley in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sutter Roseville Medical Center and Mercy San Juan Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

6501 Coyle Ave Carmichael, CA 95608
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Dr. Thelen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thelen

3.9
16 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
63%
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4 star
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3 star
13%
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2 star
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1 star
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My fave rheumatologist
I saw Dr. Thelen back in the mid 80's when I was 14 yo. He knew exactly what was wrong and treated me correctly. I'm now 52 and wish I could go back to see him. He has a good bedside manner for all of his patients. Few Drs are like him anymore. Thank you, Dr!
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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Mary – Nov 14, 2022
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Dr Thelen was the best and only doctor my Mom felt comfortable in going to see. Thank you for always being there for my Mother. ??
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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P. Meyers- patient – Apr 09, 2020
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I was a patient of Dr Thelens for almost 20 years and only reason I left is because I retired and moved to Texas. He is the best rheumatologist I have had since I moved here. He is caring, listens, I was his "problem" patient because of my Celiac and hard to find medications that worked with it, but he hung in there and was always checking for new medications. He is by far o e of the. ]best drs you will encounter in his field.
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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Hosey in TX – Jan 23, 2019
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I have been going to Dr. Thelen for years and have found him to be a superior doctor, one that cares, one that listens, and one that has a wonderful sense of humor. This guy may be a doctor, but I look at him more as a trusted friend and a man of integrity. I couldn't ask for more in a doctor, friend, or man.
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
14 others found this helpful
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Stu in Carmichael, Ca. – Mar 17, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Emil Thelen, MD is a rheumatologist in Carmichael, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at Berkeley in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sutter Roseville Medical Center and Mercy San Juan Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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    Practice

    Mercy San Juan Medical Center6501 Coyle Ave Carmichael, CA 95608
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