Dr. Natalie J. Okerson-Sparks, MD | Kalkaska, MI | Family Physician

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Dr. Natalie Okerson-Sparks treats chronic kidney disease, chronic kidney disease stage 5, and heart failure, and performs physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy. She has practiced family medicine for 25 years.

Dr. Okerson-Sparks earned her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and sees patients in Kalkaska, Michigan. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Okerson-Sparks 4.4 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.4

37 Ratings
25 years of experience
45 insurance plans accepted
Wayne State University School Of Medicine
12 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 office location
Female

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

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Dr. Okerson-Sparks' Ratings and Reviews

4.4

37 Ratings with 12 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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I would recommend Dr.Sparks to anyone looking for a fantastic Dr. I have not one complaint on the way I was taken care of..Dr.Sparks is kind,atook time for me and answered all my questions and concorns,plus followed up with me..I couldnt find a better Dr. out there whom was there for her patient in the manner Dr. Sparks is,She knows what shes doing..Shes one in a million,and her staff is amazing, Ive been a nurse for many years and nowadays you don't find Drs like Dr.Sparks...

February 24th, 2020

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She is on a tight schedule, and seems to no longer care.

January 30th, 2020

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Dr. Sparks refused to address my medical condition by giving me additional testing that is standard in the industry. I went to the University of Michigan and had thorough testing, including a biopsy, which she refused to send me for. Dr. Sparks also yelled at my 12 year old daughter, who has body dysmorphia, to gain 20 pounds without discussing it with me first. My daughter cried all the way home. Dr. Sparks is. Dry rushed in her appointment time, she never smiles. When I told her I was not coming back to her, I received harassing messages on social media from her HUSBAND! Steer clear of this mess.

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

December 4th, 2019

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She was my Dr 13 yrs in SCS MI. LOVE HER. I live in CLEARWATER FL now or I’d figure out a way to see her

November 12th, 2019

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She was my Dr in SCS MI 13 yrs. miss her dearly

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 12th, 2019

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I am will to travel to Traverse City to see her. I really miss her

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 6th, 2017

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Very thorough, friendly & efficient.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 9th, 2016

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Great place and people mrs. Sparks is the best thx

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 28th, 2015

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She is a wonderful doctor. Very caring, good listener.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 15th, 2014

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to quote her whole staff , she's a b-tch . she finds one thng wrong with you the first time she see's you then every time you go see heer thats the problem. the whole office has been had complaints by many people filed to st.johns for not following the hepa rule . thhe whole waiting room hears your medical condition . thats why 2 other doctors left this practice ,there a insurce rip-off and all they want is co-pays

Did Well

Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

March 9th, 2013

Kalkaska Medical Associates

419 S Coral StKalkaska, MI 49646

Tel: (231) 258-7777

Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Natalie Jean Okerson-Sparks, MD	Dr. Parth Bhavsar	Dr. Michael Gray, MD	Dr. Shakeilla Smithbey, MD
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (37 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.2 (6 Ratings)	5 (5 Ratings)
25 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
	Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu	Speaks English	Speaks English
Kalkaska , MI	Lawrenceville , GA	Annapolis , MD	Houston , TX
Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine	Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College	Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine	Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Family Medicine

Check-up
Contraception
Family Planning
Gynecology
Immunization
Influenza
Nutritional Support
Pediatrics
Weight Loss
Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Dr. Natalie Jean Okerson-Sparks holds an active medical license in the state of Michigan.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Michigan that expires in 2028.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Okerson-Sparks' NPI number is 1972503324.

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