Dr. Richard D. Entz, MD | Traverse City, MI | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Richard Entz is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated over four decades to caring for patients in Michigan. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency training at Michigan State University. With 42 years of experience in internal medicine, Dr. Entz brings extensive knowledge to the diagnosis and treatment of adult medical conditions. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Entz is affiliated with Kalkaska Memorial Health Center and practices at locations in Traverse City, Michigan. He specializes in managing complex conditions such as type 2 diabetes and treats varicose veins. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to help diagnose and monitor digestive health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive approach to internal medicine care.

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accepting new patients
4.3

14 Ratings
42 years of experience
13 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Michigan State University
8 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
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Dr. Entz is a very well trained (Iowa) and smart internist. He asks the important questions and gives outstanding advice. Calm and compassionate. A gifted doctor.

May 20th, 2021

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Dr. Entz saved my life. He has been more then understanding, if you hear any former client talk trash about him then they did something wrong.

July 13th, 2018

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He is just a pill pusher. He will push pills until he realizes he has you addicted and then turns around and cuts you off forcing you in to withdraw that is life threatening!!!

November 11th, 2017

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Dr. Entz is a great doctor and genuinely cares about his patients. I have been super lucky to have him as our family doctor for all of these years!

March 10th, 2016

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LOVE Dr Entz. Very professional, caring, thorough.

January 23rd, 2016

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I almost dies due to doctor neglect. Ended up in hospital. Lack of patient care! Awful experience

March 26th, 2015

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He has the best bedside manner. He listens and is a very compassionate doctor.

July 9th, 2012

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I have been a patient of Dr. Entz for several years. The fact that I must drive an hour to get to his office does not bother me at all. He is personable, funny and kind. He treats you as if you are very important. He takes his time with you and never seems rushed even though you KNOW he is extremely busy. He listens intently and makes you feel completely at ease. He cares about your mental health as well as your physical.He is honest, professional and "real". The way I would sum up his "bedside manner" is that his heart is always involved in his interaction with you. He helps any way he can. I trust him more than I can put into words. I have been to doctors who make you feel as though you are almost a bother to them...you are rushed in and out so quickly, you feel like cattle...Dr. Entz is one-of-a-kind. In this world of fast-paced, money-making health care arenas, he slows it all down and turns it back into a one-on-one, honest, personable and yet professional interaction...… all with your best interest(s) at heart. You can tell he became a physician to help/heal people and not for status or money.

October 14th, 2010

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Milliken Medical Pllc

224 Circle Dr Ste ATraverse City, MI 49684

Tel: (231) 935-0600

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Munson Medical Center

1105 Sixth StTraverse City, MI 49684


Dr. Richard David Entz, MD	Eric Harker	Dr. Anthony Hart Livorine, MD	Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Fahnhorst, DO
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Neuroradiology	Pediatrics
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42 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience
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Speaks English	Speaks English
Traverse City , MI	Lyons , CO	TRAVERSE CITY , MI	Grand Rapids , MI
Med School: University Of Iowa	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine	Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine	Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Bradenton Campus
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University Of IowaGraduated in 1984

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Entz affiliated with?: Dr. Richard Entz is affiliated with Kalkaska Memorial Health Center.
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Where is Dr. Richard Entz's office located?: Dr. Richard Entz's office is located at 224 Circle Dr Ste A, Traverse City, MI, 49684.

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