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Dr. Michael Fritsche, DO

Dr. Michael Fritsche, DO

Emergency Medicine*

Dr. Michael Fritsche, DO is an emergency medicine specialist in Chesterfield, MO. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Luke's Des Peres Hospital and St. Luke's Hospital.

1.5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 1.5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

232 S Woods Mill Rd Chesterfield, MO 63017

Make an Appointment

(314) 434-1500

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fritsche specializes in the area of Emergency Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Fritsche's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fritsche

1.5
8 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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Poor Physician Clinically and No Bedside Manner
Poor Bedside MannerAfter waiting 5 plus hours in the ER this Dr. spent all of maybe one minute talking to me. Did not listen to history or explain lab results. He actually suggested I come back the following day (so I could wait 5 more hours)? and ask for imaging. Flung door and mumbled rude sentiments all the way down the hallway. This is the second time we have encountered this man, rude both times. He should not be a practicing Physician and gives St. Luke?s a bad name. By the looks of it several others feel the same. If I could give zero stars I would.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
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Feb 13, 2025
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Would not recommend to anyone.
I came in with what I thought was possibly a blood clot in my leg. He sent me up for a scan without ever touching me. He asked me where I felt the pain and I had to show him. When I got back to the emergency room he came in and said it was varicose veins (which I knew I had) and said he was signing my release and left the room before I could ask him any further questions. I felt he thought I was bothering him and wasting his time. He has no business being an ER doctor. No compassion and no bed side manners. St. Luke’s needs to remove him.
What went well
  • 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
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Jan 14, 2025
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Horrible ER Dr lied on my documents
In chief complaint desc.His report of my complaint was in quotation and inaccurate Even stated that I chose to believe him over my neurologist He never got past the foot of my ER bed yet somehow he felt my stomach, neck- you understand Avoid!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
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Kim A – May 07, 2024
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Horrible
Rude, dismissive and wouldn't answer questions. It seemed he didn't want to be there. I've never had such a poor experience from a doctor in my life.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
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Rachel – Nov 12, 2023
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Positive Experience
Breaking a toe at 3 a.m. is not fun. Dr. Fritsche was fantastic. Following a quick visit to medical imaging I was seen immediately by doctor. My toe was at a 90 degree angle. Ouch! He was very professional and quickly 'set' it. VERY pleased with Dr. Fritsche and the entire ER team.
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
Helpful
StephenL – Aug 31, 2023
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rude, judgmental and inappropriate to patients and no empathy
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Feb 05, 2021
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I saw Dr. Fritche DO at St. Luke's emergency room with abnormal vital signs, weakness, diarrhea, nausea, and shortness of breath. He never once used medical instruments to examine any part of my body, including listening to my lungs and heart!!!!!!.. I got my record and on the physical exam results, he lied about everything. I am a nurse, and I told 2 other doctors, and another nurse. Of course I was hospitalized 3 days later with pneumonia, and again a few days later
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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Sep 05, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Fritsche, DO is an emergency medicine specialist in Chesterfield, MO. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Luke's Des Peres Hospital and St. Luke's Hospital.

  • Emergency Medicine

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  • Des Moines University

    Medical School
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine®
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Emergency Medicine
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Locations

Practice

St. Luke's Hospital232 S Woods Mill Rd Chesterfield, MO 63017
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

St. Luke's Des Peres Hospital2345 Dougherty Ferry Rd Saint Louis, MO 63122
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Hospital

    232 S Woods Mill Rd
    Chesterfield, MO 63017
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

    View all awards

    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

    83%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    18% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St. Luke's Des Peres Hospital

    2345 Dougherty Ferry Rd
    Saint Louis, MO 63122
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

    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

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

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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