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Dr. Lorraine Gauthier, MD

Dr. Lorraine Gauthier, MD

Family Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Lorraine Gauthier, MD is a family medicine physician in Oak Island, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center and J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

4700 E Oak Island Dr Oak Island, NC 28465

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gauthier specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Gauthier's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gauthier

3.1
15 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
47%
47%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
47%
47%

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A really excellent primary care physician
Very thorough, listens carefully and does what is best for me. Trustworthy. Frank. Well informed as she keeps up with new things. Been her patient for over two years and definitely recommend her.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 25, 2024
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Unyielding 5 min late policy after waiting weeks for an appointment. Poor communication overall, with an over-dependence on Dosher’s automated system without considering where that system falls short for communication, e.g. changing pharmacy, Rx renewals, etc
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Apr 05, 2023
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Great GP
She went over my entire chart. She was very thorough. Ordered additional tests. Then got me to the right specialist. Very pleased with her knowledge and professionalism.
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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Aug 20, 2022
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Dr. Gauthier
She made it very clear she does not believe in testing. Said she think this country is over tested. She made a bad call on my sodium results, and I had to see an endocrinologist to receive proper care. Her office is difficult ti get in touch with. There is only one nurse and it can take 2-3 days to get a call back.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Rosie – Jun 10, 2022
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Needs to step up her game
I was told the day before that I had an 8:30 appt. the following day. I arrived at her office at 8:21 asked the desk for a face mask and she checked me in. They told me my appt was at 8:15 and I needed to reschedule for 6 minutes late. Prior to this I went in for a pap smear and they messed that up, charged me and said to retest next year. After a holiday weekend I tried to get through but the answering machine came on and stated the office was closed due to the holiday and no messages were accepted. I had to call the hospital and have them fax her office to correct this error. You're a Doctor get with the program
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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D Olszewski – Jun 01, 2022
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Excellent. Dr. Gauthier has always treated my elderly mother with compassion and patience. She has earned our trust and great appreciation for her care. We are very grateful for Dr. g and her caring staff.
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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Mar 23, 2022
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When Dr. Gauthier was at Salisbury VA Medical Center; we LOVED her! She is caring and compassionate and tries very hard to get to the root of every issue that plagues you. I MISS HER VERY MUCH!!! She was the best doctor I ever had and if she were not so far away I would pay to see her outside of the VA. She Can Not be replaced.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
LaBonnie Dalton – Mar 05, 2021
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I found Dr. Gauthier to be professional but friendly and caring. She was informative and I felt she listened to my concerns. Her staff is friendly, too.
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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Christie F. – Feb 12, 2021
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Very unprofessional and uncaring. This doctor is not competent. She needs to retire. If you go to Dosher Medical - Oak Island request another physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2020
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Worst practitioner I have ever come in contact with. She is two faced. She's nice in person, until you send her a message and then she's mean as can be. I don't know which side I'm going to get. I'm nervous anytime I hear from her and her staff is just as inconsiderate as she is. I never want to see her again.
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 07, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lorraine Gauthier, MD is a family medicine physician in Oak Island, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities Novant Health...read more
  • Family Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

J. Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital4700 E Oak Island Dr Oak Island, NC 28465
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital

    924 N Howe St
    Southport, NC 28461

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

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center

    240 Hospital Dr NE
    Bolivia, NC 28422

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    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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