Dr. Ralph D. Pearlman, MD | Southfield, MI | Colorectal Surgeon

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Dr. Pearlman was recognized as a Top Doc in Colon and Rectal surgery by Hour Detroit magazine in 2008,
Top Doc in Colon and Rectal surgery by Hour Detroit magazine in 2009
Top Doc in Colon and Rectal surgery by Hour Detroit magazine in 2010
Top Doc in Colon and Rectal surgery by Hour Detroit magazine in 2011
Top Doc in Colon and Rectal surgery by Hour Detroit magazine in 2012
Top Doc in Colon and Rectal surgery by Hour Detroit magazine in 2013
Top Doc in Colon and Rectal surgery by Hour Detroit magazine in 2014
Top Doc in Colon and Rectal surgery by Hour Detroit magazine in 2015

Patient Choice Award: Vitals, 2008-2014

Compassionate Doctor Recognition: Vitals, 2011-2014

5 Star Award: HealthGrades, 2009-2014

Celebration of Success Board Resolution, St. John Providence Health System, 2012

He was named Providence Hospital's Physician of the Year; 2007 by his peers
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Dr Pearlman is the Chairman of Colon and Rectal Surgery at Providence and Providence Park Hospiitals

…Dr. Pearlman's expertise includes benign and malignant diseases of the bowel. 90% of his surgeries are laparoscopically performed.
Colonoscopy Exams
Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease
Simple and Complex Ostomy revisions
Anal and Rectal Diseases
Hemorrhoid Treatment
Major and Minor Bowel Surgeries

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accepting new patients
4.7

484 Ratings
45 years of experience
7 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Russian
Providence Hospital And Medical Center
271 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
9 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Pearlman's Ratings and Reviews

4.7

484 Ratings with 271 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 15 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (384) Did WellNeeds Improvement (16)
Had a good bedside manner: (391) Did WellNeeds Improvement (15)
Spent time with me: (386) Did WellNeeds Improvement (18)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (356) Did WellNeeds Improvement (19)
Flexible scheduling: (393) Did WellNeeds Improvement (15)
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Don't waste your time with this idiot. This is a brutal uncaring doctor. In my opinion he's flat out dangerous.

January 6th, 2019

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This dude lies. He's terrible person.

October 21st, 2018

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Stay away from this freak

March 17th, 2018

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From the time I was diagnosed in August 2017 with colon cancer (size of a plum) to the time I had surgery 15 days later, it was seamless!! Dr. Pearlman and his amazing staff made me feel so comforted. I am blessed to have Dr. Sorser who found the mass in a colonoscopy and got Dr. Pearlman to call and get me in the immediately for consultation on surgery. Dr. Pearlman has an amazing bedside manner and confidence. He looked at me directly and me feel very assured he could get this cancer out and I would have a great chance at complete recovery! He was right! Surgery was done just under 3 weeks of diagnoses and I have a completely recovered-no chemo or radiation! His Sense of urgency to my situation was critical. Feeling GRATEFUL for all these Doctor's did for me. Thank you Dr. Pearlman! Betty O

October 16th, 2017

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Stay away from this idiot and his associate. They're are in it for the best interest of the hospital and their own, not really in yours. Go get yourself someone from Mayo or Cleaveland these guys are the cream of the crop.

October 15th, 2017

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Dr Pearlman and his entire team were quite simply outstanding. They all really care . Very professional and capable. Very helpful and considerate. You could not be in better hands.

November 29th, 2016

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Overall good experience with Dr Pearlman. This was my first colonoscopy with him. All of the staff were excellent...... See you in three 3years!!

November 4th, 2016

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The place runs like clock work. The staff was friendly and awesome. Dr Pearlman was excellent. Cant wait to go back!!!

October 30th, 2016

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Very friendly. Makes the patient feel comfortable. Works well with other doctors related to the case and comes highly recommended from othes

October 25th, 2016

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Dr. Pearlman and his staff were awesome and very accomodating.

October 25th, 2016

Providence Colorectal

22250 Providence Dr Ste 702Southfield, MI 48075

Tel: (248) 557-9650

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Michigan Endoscopy Center

47601 Grand River Ave Ste D110Clarkston, MI 48347

Tel: (248) 465-9220

Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Michigan Endoscopy Center

47601 GRAND RIVER AVE STE D110NOVI, MI 48374

Tel: (248) 465-9220

Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Ascension Macomb Oakland Hospital Warren Campus

11800 E 12 Mile RdWarren, MI 48093

Providence Hospital

16001 W 9 Mile RdSouthfield, MI 48075

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22401 Foster Winter DrSouthfield, MI 48075

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27351 Dequindre RdMadison Heights, MI 48071

Ascension Providence Hospital Novi Campus

47601 Grand River AveNovi, MI 48374


Dr. Ralph Donald Pearlman, MD	Dr. Joseph Azar	Dr. Theourrn Amalathasan	Dr. Jason David Grellmann
Colorectal Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.7 (484 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
45 Years of Experience	5 Years of Experience	4 Years of Experience	4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian
Southfield , MI	Wyandotte , MI	Southfield , MI	Loma Linda , CA
Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine	Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: All Saints University School Of Medicine Dominica	Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Medicare
Health Alliance
Medicare
Medicare - Medicare
Priority Health

Abdominal Pain
Banding
Bowel Resection
Colon Cancer
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Diverticulitis
Hemorrhoidectomy
Hemorrhoids
Rectal Bleeding
Rectal Cancer
Rectal Fistula
Rectal Pain
Surgery

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Providence Hospital And Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Pearlman's NPI number is 1033125992.

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