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Dr. Steven Behrendsen, DO

Dr. Steven Behrendsen, DO

Rheumatology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Steven Behrendsen, DO is a rheumatologist in Lima, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Behrendsen has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center and Grand Lake Health System.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

525 N Eastown Rd Ste 102 Lima, OH 45807
(419) 998-8214

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Behrendsen specializes in the area of Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. • See hospitals
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Dr. Behrendsen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Behrendsen

3.6

15 ratings, 7 with a written review
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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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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Jeannine Harber – Aug 22, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Doug kohli – Aug 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
7 people found this helpful
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Steamy miller – Jul 06, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Grand Rapids, MI – Jun 02, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Matthew P. in Muskegon, MI – Feb 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • 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
9 people found this helpful
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Grand Rapids, MI – Feb 11, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Karen P in Wyoming, MI – Jan 19, 2017
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

I believe that education and communication are the best ways to care for a patient. My staff and I are dedicated to providing personal, compassionate care and will ensure you understand the diagnosis and treatment plan to meet your healthcare needs.

biography

I have extensive experience in treating painful conditions in the joints, muscles or bones. I am passionate about working with each patient to develop the best treatment plan for their pain or concern.

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Oklahoma / Health Sciences Center

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Rheumatology
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Locations

Practice

Lima Memorial Health System Rheumatology525 N Eastown Rd Ste 102 Lima, OH 45807
1

Practice

Office1694 W Logansport Rd Peru, IN 46970
2

Practice

Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan145 Michigan St NE Ste 3100 Grand Rapids, MI 49503
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lima Memorial Health System

    1001 Bellefontaine Ave
    Lima, OH 45804

    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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Grand Lake Health System

    200 Saint Clair Ave
    Saint Marys, OH 45885

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center

    730 W Market St
    Lima, OH 45801
    Recipient of 36
    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.

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

    4% 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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