Dr. Michael C. Desantis, MD | Hickory, NC | Family Medicine

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Dr. Michael Desantis specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency training at Grant Medical Center. With 34 years of experience in practice, Dr. Desantis brings extensive knowledge to his patient care. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Desantis practices at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, North Carolina. His clinical expertise includes managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating hyperlipidemia, and addressing obesity and weight concerns. He performs routine blood tests, complete blood counts, and creatinine clearance tests to monitor his patients' health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.8

27 Ratings
34 years of experience
64 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Grant Medical Center
9 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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After being patient for more than 20 yrs., I have high respect for him. However, the office staff is terrible, and I am being kind! In the past it was warm, caring prompt service from all staff. Now you find interrogation, invasions of privacy, lectures from nurses not him, rudeness and unreliability to convey info to him. Admire him, but refuse to argue and be insulted on phone and in office. Look at your staff, Dr DeSantis!

April 14th, 2020

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DeSantis has become an uncaring place to be. In 8 years of my son's life, he's been with DeSantis and only this week did he notice my son didn't receive an INFANT VACCINE SHOT... seriously??? Even when he was only there a month or two ago being screened for the very thing this vaccine was to prevent?? Kinder screens include verifying all shots have been done as well as general health check. Still missed this even then???? HOW??? Yeah, changing offices and warning all others I meet. The place was a good one, now, I don't trust this guy at all... the nurse practitioner at least pretends to give a hoot.

March 15th, 2019

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It's very sad! This used to be such a great office to go to but now it's loud and unprofessional. When I'm there, I just seen like a burden. I've called there several times and no one calls back. You can't depend that the person on the phone will deliver the messages. Dr needs to re-evaluate some staff.

March 9th, 2017

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Unfriendly staff

August 31st, 2016

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Treated for 7 yrs for the wong LUNG condition.

June 9th, 2016

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The strangest experience Iâ??ve ever had with a doctorâ??s office. Scheduling an appointment was a unpleasant experience : personal medical, and financial questions asked by a less that friendly staff member (not a nurse). In 40+ years of component doctors, with professional staff, in many cities Iâ??ve never encountered this type of interrogation, it made me uncomfortable. Was I being vetted to fit some business plan??? Needless to say I did not pursue a relationship with Dr. Desantis.

July 29th, 2015

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Dr Desantis is the best Hands down.Nuff said

January 7th, 2015

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Very professional and courteous. I would recommend him to anyone.

March 8th, 2011

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Dr. DeSantis is a great doctor. I like seeing him because he's honest and tells you like it is. He spends time with you, I don't feel like I'm being rushed through my visit and I'm comfortable talking to him. I even drive about 35-40 miles to see him. I don't have many issues and don't have to visit often, but if I did, I would most likely still see him because you just don't find doctors like him easily anymore.

October 7th, 2010

Desantis Family Practice

10 3rd Ave NE Ste 500Hickory, NC 28601

Tel: (828) 304-6363

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

Frye Regional Medical Center

420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601

Tel: (828) 315-5000


Dr. Michael C Desantis, MD	Dr. Nichola Antionette Patton, DNP, MSN, MBA, AGACNP-BC	Dr. Parth Bhavsar	Dr. Shakeilla Smithbey, MD
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.8 (27 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (5 Ratings)
34 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English, German, Portuguese	Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu	Speaks English
Hickory , NC	Sheridan , WY	Lawrenceville , GA	Houston , TX
Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health		Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College	Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Family Medicine

Check-up
Contraception
Family Planning
Immunization
Influenza
Weight Loss
Weight Loss (non-surgical)

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Grant Medical Center

Medical School

Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public HealthGraduated in 1992

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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Desantis affiliated with?: Dr. Michael Desantis is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Michael Desantis speak?: Dr. Michael Desantis speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Michael Desantis accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Desantis accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Michael Desantis's office located?: Dr. Michael Desantis's office is located at 10 3rd Ave NE Ste 500, Hickory, NC, 28601.
Does Dr. Michael Desantis accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Michael Desantis has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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