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Dr. Michael Shomaker, MD

Dr. Michael Shomaker, MD

Nephrology*

Dr. Michael Shomaker, MD is a nephrologist in Thornton, CO. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as HCA HealthONE Swedish and HCA HealthONE SKY Ridge. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Locations

Colorado Kidney Care

Colorado Kidney Care9195 Grant St Ste 110 Thornton, CO 80229
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Colorado Kidney Care

Colorado Kidney Care1606 Prairie Center Pkwy Ste 340 Brighton, CO 80601
2

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Shomaker is affiliated with HCA HealthONE SKY Ridge Lone Tree, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Shomaker specializes in the area of Nephrology. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Shomaker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shomaker

3.3

7 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
57%
57%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
43%
43%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
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Natalee N Baker – Mar 17, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Oct 13, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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linda – Apr 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 04, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Genevieve in Westminster CO – Mar 18, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

We believe in caring for a person, not just treating kidneys

biography

Dr. Shomaker joined Colorado Kidney Care in 2007. He trained at Wake Forest University for both residency and fellowship in Nephrology. His interests include managing kidney transplant patients, and in the care of Peritoneal and Hemodialysis patients....read more
  • Nephrology

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  • Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Missouri School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Nephrology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA HealthONE Mountain Ridge

    9191 Grant St
    Thornton, CO 80229

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    67%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HCA HealthONE SKY Ridge

    10101 Ridgegate Pkwy
    Lone Tree, CO 80124
    Recipient of 55
    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's

    1719 E 19th Ave
    Denver, CO 80218
    Recipient of 10
    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.

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

    5% 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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