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Dr. Michele Carpenter, MD

General Surgery*FemaleAge 66

General Surgery*

Dr. Michele Carpenter, MD is a general surgery specialist in Orange, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1983. She is affiliated with medical facilities MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center and Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. She is accepting new patients.

Dr. Michele Carpenter, MD

Regents of the University of California - Orange

1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 475 Orange, CA 92868

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(714) 565-0166

Accepting new patients

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Dr. Carpenter is affiliated with Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange Orange, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Carpenter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carpenter

4.8

40 ratings, 9 with a written review
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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
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J. Riley – May 11, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Orange – Nov 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
What could be improved
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Gloria Peak – Aug 27, 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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MMC – Jul 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
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
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Bill L. – Jul 02, 2019
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Mar 28, 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
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Judy in Tison, CA – Nov 29, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2018
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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
20 people found this helpful
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Oceanside, CA – Mar 29, 2017
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About Me

Care Philosophy

I believe that every person needs to be treated as an individual. She needs to be in charge of her care and have as much information that is needed to...Read more

Specialties*

  • General Surgery

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery

Georgetown Univeristy

Medical School

Naval Medical Center

Internship Hospital, 1984

Georgetown University School of Medicine

Medical School, 1983

University of Scranton

Undergraduate School, 1979

Common Questions and Answers

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    Can I use my insurance at Dr. Michele Carpenter, MD?

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    Does Dr. Michele Carpenter, MD accept new patients?

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    What is Dr. Michele Carpenter, MD's office address?

    Dr. Carpenter's office is located at 1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 475, Orange, CA 92868. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Locations

    Regents of the University of California - Orange

    Regents of the University of California - Orange1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 475 Orange, CA 92868
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr
    Orange, CA 92868
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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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

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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    MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center

    24451 Health Center Dr
    Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    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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