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Dr. Wayne Vander Kolk, MD

Dr. Wayne Vander Kolk, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Wayne Vander Kolk, MD is a general surgeon in Wyoming, MI and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.3 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 2.3 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

1045 Gezon Pkwy SW Wyoming, MI 49509

Make an Appointment

(616) 456-5311

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Vander Kolk is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital Grand Rapids, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vander Kolk specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Vander Kolk's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vander Kolk

2.3

26 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
31%
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4 Star
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3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
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1 Star
65%
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Theresa S – Oct 24, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Debbie telder – Jul 12, 2022
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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
A patient – Sep 15, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 12, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Marie – Feb 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Phil R – Jun 07, 2019
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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
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grand rapids – Jan 02, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Cedar Springs – Nov 03, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Akron, OH – Aug 16, 2016
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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
13 people found this helpful
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Grand Rapids, MI – Apr 25, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
14 people found this helpful
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Jackie in GR, MI – Mar 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Wayne Vander Kolk, MD is a general surgeon in Wyoming, MI and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • Spectrum Health - Butterworth Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC.1045 Gezon Pkwy SW Wyoming, MI 49509
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital

    200 Jefferson Ave SE
    Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    Recipient of 5
    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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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