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Dr. Rachel Yankama, MD

Dr. Rachel Yankama, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Rachel Yankama, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Battle Creek, MI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1983. She is affiliated with medical facilities Bronson Methodist Hospital and Bronson Battle Creek Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 64 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (64 reviews)

Practice

601 S Shore Dr Unit 224 Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 969-6115

Dr. Yankama is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • 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. Yankama's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yankama

4.5

64 ratings, 33 with a written review
5 Star
83%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
11%
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 10, 2024
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kara – Dec 27, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Marlyn Castner – Aug 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bonnie Lyon – Aug 14, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Mcleod – Jul 03, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Shannon – Jun 26, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Battle Creek, MI – Feb 11, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Penny McMillan in Battle Creek, MI – Dec 09, 2017
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Battle Creek, MI – Oct 24, 2017
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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
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Bonnie – Jul 17, 2017
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Battle Creek, MI – Jun 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Battle Creek, MI – Jun 13, 2017
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Maggie – Jun 09, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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MWG in Battle Creek, MI – Jun 03, 2017
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robin Stafford in Battle Creek, MI – May 15, 2017
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Shayna in Battle Creek, MI – May 12, 2017
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Marilyn Doty in Battle Creek, MI – May 09, 2017
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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
Christina in Battle Creek, MI – May 03, 2017
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Camilla White in Battle Creek, MI – Apr 19, 2017
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Joan Smith in Battle Cteek,MI – Apr 11, 2017
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Dr. Rachel Yankama, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Battle Creek, MI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1983. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Functional 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.

  • St John Hospital And Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • St John Hospital And Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
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Dr. Yankama is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Christian Counseling Center of Battle Creek Inc.601 S Shore Dr Unit 224 Battle Creek, MI 49014
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • 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

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      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

    • Bronson Battle Creek Hospital

      300 North Ave
      Battle Creek, MI 49017
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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