Dr. Michael Starks, MD
General Surgery*
25+ years of experience
Dr. Michael Starks, MD is a general surgeon in Bangor, ME and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington in 1997. He is affiliated with St. Joseph Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
5 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 5 Star Rating (32 reviews)
Practice
360 Broadway Bangor, ME 04401Telehealth available
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Hospital Highlight
Dr. Starks is affiliated with St. Joseph Hospital Bangor, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Recent Reviews
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Dr. Starks' Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Starks
5.0
32 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Very knowledgeable and listened well and explained things very well.
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
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Mar 29, 2025
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Second opinion on thyroid
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
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David Dorr – Jan 07, 2025
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He is great!
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
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Nov 07, 2024
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Amazing experience
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
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Sep 11, 2024
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Biopsy visit
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
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 05, 2024
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Dr. Starks was very pleasant. His explanations of what he was doing, my specific situation and options going forward were direct and delivered in language that I, a complete non-medical person, could understand.
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
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Jul 16, 2024
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Highly regarded
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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TEXASRNRU’s wife – Jun 29, 2022
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Greeted me with a smile at 8:30 AM, before I knew he was to be my surgeon. We chatted all through the 20 minute skin cancer surgery. No problems 5 days hence. He has my confidence and respect.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Arnold Stevens – Mar 20, 2020
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Dr. Starks performed 2 parathyroidectomies and one gallbladder surgery on me. He has very good bedside manners, and is very knowledgeable about his work and details. He is truly one of the best surgeons. I am very satisfied with Dr. Starks as my doctor. I respect him.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Christine Miller – Nov 13, 2019
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Dr Starks is an excellent doctor. He did exploratory surgery on me in 2006. We were expecting to find that I was full of cancer. Turned out to be splenic tissue left over from spleen rapture during a motorcycle accident several years earlier.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 16, 2019
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Dr. Starks was both professional and friendly. He took the time to decide the best course of action.
I got 2 other opinions in Atlanta from noted Colorectal Surgeons, but Dr. Starks reccomended something different and not as radical.
I flew up to Maine to have him do the surgery.
He was correct in doing a less invasive surgery first, and then if needed go with the more radical surgery.
He prevented me from having major surgery when it was not necessary.
I would recommend him to everyone.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Cherry Harris in Atlanta, GA – Jun 20, 2017
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Dr Starks addressed my many questions with knowledge, compassion and skill. He spent a lot of time with me during visits and my surgery was a breeze. I was worried about having surgery done on my neck (parathyroids) because of the proximity to my airway, and risk to my voice. He assured me he would use a special technique and device to monitor my nerves and to preserve my voice. I have already recommended him to another Patient Safety advocate colleague.
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
29 others found this helpful
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Kathy Day in Bangor, ME – Jan 19, 2016
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Starks to family and friends is 5 out of 5
About Me
biography
Dr. Michael Starks, MD is a general surgeon in Bangor, ME and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington in 1997. He is affiliated with St. Joseph Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.General Surgery
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Maine Medical Center
Residency HospitalUniversity Of Washington
Medical School, 1997University Of Washington School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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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
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84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home80%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family15% higher than the national average
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