Summary

Dr. Michael Schuhknecht is a Doctor of Osteopathy specializing in surgery with 33 years of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, bringing over three decades of surgical expertise to his practice. Dr. Schuhknecht is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Schuhknecht practices primarily in Niles, Michigan, with affiliations at Corewell Health Lakeland Niles Hospital and multiple locations throughout the area. His practice extends to Saint Joseph, providing surgical care across the region. Patients have rated him highly for his care, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5. He maintains offices at several medical facilities, ensuring accessible surgical services for the communities he serves.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 33 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 11 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Michael P Schuhknecht has 6 locations

Lakeland General Surgery Niles

42 N Saint Joseph Ave Ste 100Niles, MI 49120
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lakeland Comprehensive Weight Loss Center

42 N Saint Joseph Ave Ste 101Niles, MI 49120
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lakeland Community Hospital

60 N Saint Joseph Ave Ste ENiles, MI 49120

Spectrum Health Lakeland

1234 Napier AveSaint Joseph, MI 49085

Spectrum Health Lakeland Niles Hospital

31 N Saint Joseph AveNiles, MI 49120

Dmc Sinai Grace Hospital

6071 W Outer DrDetroit, MI 48235

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Dr. Michael P Schuhknecht, DODr. Sneha Harish Rao, MDDr. Jonathan Patrick Egle, MDDr. Barbara Josephine Boyd, MD
SurgeryAnesthesiologySurgeryInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.6 
33 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Niles , MIElkhart , INNiles , MISaint Joseph , MI
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Belgaum Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael P Schuhknecht

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Cigna
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • McLaren Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Priority Health
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael P Schuhknecht has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael P Schuhknecht has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Morbid Obesity
  • Other
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Schuhknecht's NPI number is 1407854995.

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Where is Dr. Michael Schuhknecht's office located?
Dr. Michael Schuhknecht's office is located at 42 N Saint Joseph Ave Ste 100, Niles, MI, 49120.
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What languages does Dr. Michael Schuhknecht speak?
Dr. Michael Schuhknecht speaks English and Spanish.
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