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Dr. Arthur Carlin, MD

Dr. Arthur Carlin, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Arthur Carlin, MD is a general surgeon in Detroit, MI and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University in 1991. He is affiliated with Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (40 reviews)

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2799 W Grand Blvd Detroit, MI 48202

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Dr. Carlin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carlin

4.8
40 ratings, 30 with a written review
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Best surgeon in the world!
Dr Carlin did my RNY surgery in 2012 and it felt like I never had the surgery. I had no pain and everything healed perfectly. He's so reassuring, kind, and sweet.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa D – Nov 23, 2024
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Very Friendly and Thorough
Took his time to listen and give me all options available. I felt like he was very knowledgeable and accurate. He was also very friendly and easy to understand.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Angie – Jul 04, 2024
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Detailed, human and patient!
Dr. Carlin spoke with me as if we were two old friends and explained every detail of what I was getting into with my surgery and why. The pros and the cons. I appreciated his humanistic approach. Extremely comfortable approach!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Monica – Nov 09, 2023
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*Dr. Carlin is always very friendly and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 17, 2023
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*Dr. Carlin did my gastro bypass several years ago. Seeing him recently was a nice experience.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 11, 2023
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*Dr. Carlin is amazing, he listens and he cares. I wish more doctors were like him!
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 11, 2023
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It was okay. Dr. was good.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 22, 2022
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I have always had a wonderful experience with Dr Carlin, He Is very knowledgeable, takes time to listen/explain as well as run all the necessary test to get to the root of the problem to correct it.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 26, 2022
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*Dr. Carlin is very professional and highly skilled - he saved my life.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 19, 2022
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So caring, detailed and amazing. The entire team is wonderful. I just love Dr. Carlin he treats you like family
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Latoria Conaway – Sep 17, 2020
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Dr. Carlin has been a "family friend surgeon" for some time now, having operated on my mother during her cancer and then on me several years later for bariatric. I truly cannot say enough about him and his entire team at Henry Ford Macomb. They went above and beyond every step of the way--before, during, and after surgery. He saved my mother's life and my surgery has been very successful as well. I love working with him and the entire team. Do not go anywhere else for bariatric surgery; this team is the best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Rachel – Aug 06, 2020
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Dr. C has been my doc since 2008. He is an amazing and talented surgeon who passionately cares about his patients. As I am a one of his gastric bypass patients and have not followed all of his guidelines over the last 13 years he was to say the least not completely enthused with me or my lack of staying compliant with my supplements. I did not expect to be coddled, but did expect that same bedside manner that I had been accustomed to several years prior. I was a bit taken back that I did not get that. He actually made me cry. At first I was really hurt and upset that it wasn't the sit down/catch up, beat the bs like it had been before when I was in my first few years. I left disappointed and hurt. I had already walked in with hesitation knowing I was a total failure and left feeling like he also thought I was a total failure. Today I see it with a little different light. He cares about me and wants the best always. Hard truth isn't nice but necessary. He's the best doc EVER!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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RW – Jul 31, 2020
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My experience with Dr.Carlin and his team has been a very great experience. They have been nothing but friendly, supportive, helpful, caring, honest. I would definitely recommend him and his team to another potential patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tiffany – Feb 27, 2020
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My experience with Dr. Carlin and staff was wonderful from beginning to end I do not have one complaint about the whole process. I don't regret one day having the bariatric sleeve surgery. I am on my way to a healthier, happy me. God bless you all!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nancy Burkholder in Almont, MI – Jan 13, 2020
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Phenomenal surgeon that truly cares. First time with any doctor that I haven't felt like a number. He gets to know you and treats you like a real person and not just another patient at his "drive-thru"
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Colleen – Dec 24, 2019
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I had the VSG procedure on November 12, 2019 by Dr. Carlin. Throughout the entire process he and the bariatric team at Henry Ford Macomb did an excellent job. Dr. Carlin cares about his patients and it shows in how he works with you and cares for you and your well being. The surgical process itself went great and I am very thankful I chose Dr. Carlin to perform the procedure and provide care throughout the process.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robert – Dec 03, 2019
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I recently had a vertical sleeve with Dr. Carlin. I cannot say enough about how amazing his RN and Dietitian are to work with before and after surgery. Dr. Carlin is one amazing surgeon, a diamond in the rough...not everyday you get a skilled, passionate, surgeon that has the amazing bedside manner and compassion for his patients as he does! Only 2 weeks out from surgery and I could not be happier with my decision, but without Dr. Carlin by my side I may not have gone through with the surgery!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 16, 2019
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An amazing Dr. He has that rare combination of being excellent at what he does while having top notch bedside manner. Usually you get one or the other. Can’t recommend him and his staff enough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Larry Decker in Jackson – Jun 07, 2019
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Dr. Carlin is awesome. His bedside manner is superior, he is extremely personable, he really cares, and he truly listens. I could not have asked for a better surgeon! Dr. Carlin is top-notch and I would recommend him in a heartbeat. Gastric Sleeve Performed by Dr. Carlin: March 18, 2019
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nicolette in MI – Apr 06, 2019
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Dr. Arthur M. Carlin and his amazing team are certainly the very best in bariatric surgery! They are very thorough and extensive in informing , screening as well as walking through every phase with you. Ultimately this leads to a very successful reaching of your goal. The goal is not only weight loss but health and a much longer healthy and happier life. Dr. Carlin is a very positive and caring physician who is always encouraging you to be the best you ... you can be!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Shirley McClelland in Romulus, MI – Mar 23, 2019
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Arthur Carlin, MD is a specialist in Surgery whose practice locations include: Clinton Township, Detroit
  • General Surgery

  • Bariatric Surgery

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  • Wayne St University Affil Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • Wayne St University Affil Hosps

    Fellowship Hospital, 1998
  • Wayne St University Affil Hosps

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • Wayne State University

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Henry Ford Hospital

Henry Ford Hospital2799 W Grand Blvd Detroit, MI 48202
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Henry Ford Macomb Hospital Medical Office Pavilion

Henry Ford Macomb Hospital Medical Office Pavilion16151 19 Mile Rd Clinton Township, MI 48038
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Henry Ford Macomb Hospital

    15855 19 Mile Rd
    Clinton Township, MI 48038
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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