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Dr. Yi Cai, MD

Dr. Yi Cai, MD

Pediatric Nephrology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Yi Cai, MD is a pediatric nephrologist in Grand Rapids, MI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Nanjing Medical University, Faculty Of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Nephrology - Grand Rapids

35 Michigan St NE Ste 5201 Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Telehealth available
(616) 267-2830

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cai specializes in the areas of Pediatric Nephrology & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Cai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cai

4.6

17 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
12%
12%
3 Star
12%
12%
2 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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Jan 13, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Dec 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Dec 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Dec 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Dec 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Dec 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Dec 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Dec 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Dec 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Dec 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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About Me

biography

Dr. Yi Cai, MD is a pediatric nephrologist in Grand Rapids, MI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Nanjing Medical University, Faculty Of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Pediatric Nephrology

  • Pediatrics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Mott Children's Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • New York Medical College

    Residency Hospital, 2008

  • New York Medical College

    Internship Hospital, 2006

  • Nanjing Medical University, Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatric Nephrology
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Nephrology - Grand Rapids

Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Nephrology - Grand Rapids35 Michigan St NE Ste 5201 Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

    100 Michigan St NE
    Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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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