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Dr. Paula Kilmer-Ernst, MD

Dr. Paula Kilmer-Ernst, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Paula Kilmer-Ernst, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Kalamazoo, MI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1997. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension Borgess Hospital and Bronson Methodist Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Bronson Neuroscience Center - Kalamazoo

601 John St Ste M-124 Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kilmer-Ernst specializes in the area of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Kilmer-Ernst's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kilmer-Ernst

4.4
13 ratings, 3 with a written review
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Very well qualified doctor
She gave me back injections for lower back pain and the end result was absolutely great. Only issue is it looks as though it will be a continual process, but that’s ok as I really do not want any sort of back surgery as long as there are options. She listened to me and was truly concerned about my issues and let me decide on the course of options she had outlined for me. Very good physician and I would highly recommend her
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 22, 2024
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She's a great listener who provides appropriate options with thorough explanations for each. I never felt rushed as she took the time to review everything carefully. Totally confident in her abilities and recommendations.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Greg in Kalamazoo, MI – Sep 07, 2017
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I absolutely love this woman. She is so understanding and listens when a patient says something is wrong. After 18 years Dr. Kilmer is the only one who actually figured out there was something seriously wrong with my back. I highly recommend her and the whole staff. What a great place.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Michele Millsap in Battle Creek, MI – Aug 01, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

She quickly identified the source of my pain and offered several options for next steps in care. Read Grant's story.

biography

""She quickly identified the source of my pain and offered several options for next steps in care."" Read Grant's story.
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Brain Injury Medicine

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  • Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak Campus

    Residency Hospital, 2002
  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Locations

Bronson Neuroscience Center - Kalamazoo

Bronson Neuroscience Center - Kalamazoo601 John St Ste M-124 Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bronson Lakeview Hospital

    408 Hazen St
    Paw Paw, MI 49079
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Bronson Methodist Hospital

    601 John St
    Kalamazoo, MI 49007
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    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™ (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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Ascension Borgess Hospital

    1521 Gull Rd
    Kalamazoo, MI 49048
    Recipient of 54
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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