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Dr. Carl Christensen, MD

Dr. Carl Christensen, MD

Addiction Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Carl Christensen, MD is an addiction medicine internist in Ypsilanti, MI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

5333 McAuley Dr Rm 5011 Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(734) 622-5016

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Christensen specializes in the area of Addiction Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Christensen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Christensen

3.4
23 ratings, 11 with a written review
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Dr. Christensen's passion and care has left a forever imprint on my heart and in my life. I trust this doctor completely and feel comfortable during appointments. Dr. Christensen listens intently when I am speaking, I never feel rushed and he always has the right answers to my questions. I truly believe that this doctor cares about his patients.
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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Sep 23, 2020
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Amazing! I love Dr. Christensen and his wife! The staff is great here. I highly recommend them! 5 HUGE Stars!
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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Jen in Ann Arbor MI – Aug 08, 2017
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Dr. Christensen is absolutely brilliant. I couldn't ask for a better doctor.
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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Ann arbor, MI – May 12, 2017
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Dr. Christensen is a brilliant and caring doctor.
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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Belleville MI – May 06, 2017
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I have been seeing him for almost 7 years, and I feel very lucky to have found him. Of course, I'm one of the few types of people that want to hug the "messenger" for actually caring about me as a person. If you are really ready to take control of your life and get healthy, I would not reccommend anyone other than Dr. Christensen. I welcome his knowledge and opinions with open arms! Thank you Dr. C! :)
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
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Erica in Garden city, mi – Mar 14, 2017
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Dr. Christensen is the best Dr. That has ever treated me in my life. Going on four years now and I have 2 kids a husband, a house, and a career. When we first met i had nothing and was still trying to stay sober. I haven't relapsed and he has never made me feel like he doesn't care. If you make an effort in your recovery he will be there for you.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Maria H. in Wayne, MI – Sep 27, 2016
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Terrible doctor will definitely stop anyone possibly from being subjected to his careless attitude rudeness and lack of compassion. Nothing but a horrible experience from start to finish. Long wait times 3-4 hours past appointment. When expressing how unhappy we were with his care he refused to fill out fmla paperwork and told us to leave. Never came to check on me or my baby after I delivered. Not exactly sure what the point was of seeing him each apt. He spent 2 mins in the room each appt.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Clinton Township, MI – Sep 08, 2016
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Spent no time with me and handed me some paper work and said if you run out of meds go to the ER and we all know how that works and he was treating a hole room full of people i guess that how i rate ...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Brooklyn, MI – May 27, 2016
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Dr. Christensen is an amazing doctor. He literally gave me my life back by helping with my pain management. He is always honest, thorough and comprehensive with his assessments. He is kind, professional, sympathetic, thoughtful, and caring and has the best wife and dog in the world. :) Anyone who has a negative review to offer on him and his practice does so because they are going to him for the wrong reasons. I would follow this man to the ends of the earth in order to have him as my doctor.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Mary Beth Kingsury in Waterford, MI – May 24, 2016
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I've been seeing Dr. Christensen a number of years now. He's always very professional and courteous. He's also been very helpful when working around insurance issues. I wouldn't want to see any other Doctor.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Jessica Martin in Canton MI – Mar 28, 2016
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I found him to be very full of him self. He refused to treat me without explanation. Simply gave me 2 letters to hospitals that (according to the letters) and upon further searching, found he has been banned from further practice at these hospitals per administration. St. John's&St.Mary's. Further, though the Internet may say so he is not a practicing pain management specialist nor does he treat for so. A little research goes a long way. Do your homework before getting wasting time and money.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Detroit, MI – Jan 29, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Addiction is an often fatal disease that can involve dependence on opioids (prescription pain pills), alcohol, cocaine, sedatives, and more. Treatment may involve medication assisted therapy (buprenorphine, naltrexone), 12 step recovery (AA/NA)...read more

  • Addiction Medicine

  • Pain Medicine

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • High Risk Obstetrics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • American Board Of Addiction Medicine

    2009

  • American Society Of Addiction Medicine

    2004

  • Duke University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • Hutzel Hospital Wayne St

    Residency Hospital, 1985

  • Hutzel Hosp-wayne State University

    Internship Hospital, 1982

  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979

  • Wayne State University

    Undergraduate School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Preventive Medicine®
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Addiction Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Unavail5333 McAuley Dr Rm 5011 Ypsilanti, MI 48197
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

    5301 E Huron Riv Dr
    Ann Arbor, MI 48106
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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