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Dr. Gerald Schell, MD

Dr. Gerald Schell, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Gerald Schell, MD is a neurosurgeon in Saginaw, MI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Schell has extensive experience in Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures. He graduated from MICHIGAN STATE University in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena and Ascension St Joseph Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 128 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (128 reviews)

Practice

3160 Cabaret Trl S Saginaw, MI 48603
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(989) 799-8712

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Schell is affiliated with MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena Alpena, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Schell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schell specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schell

3.7

128 ratings, 48 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
1%
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2 Star
2%
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1 Star
28%
28%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Oct 10, 2024
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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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Oct 01, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
12 people found this helpful
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Emotionally Drained – Jan 19, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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Terrible experience – Nov 15, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Sep 29, 2023
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 18, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 people found this helpful
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Average Doctor/Terrible Staff – Aug 31, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Apr 08, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
9 people found this helpful
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S&L Nelson – Jan 08, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Kimberly – Sep 03, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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Davis – Aug 31, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Sarah – Aug 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
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Whitney H – Aug 26, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Nick – Aug 24, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Moody – Aug 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Patricia – Aug 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Rachel – Aug 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Dove – Aug 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Kate – Aug 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Johansson – Aug 12, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

My goal is to provide the best neurosurgical care available, utilizing the latest procedures, training and technologies. I have built my practice and reputation around the philosophy of providing the least invasive care to minimize recovery times...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Reconstructive Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

  • Interventional Spine Medicine

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

  • Suny Upstate Medical University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • Washington University, St Louis

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Rochester

    Fellowship Hospital, 1982

  • Michigan State University

    Medical School, 1980

  • Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine

    Medical School, 1980

  • Olivet College

    Undergraduate School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Schell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Michigan Clinic Neurosurgery PLLC3160 Cabaret Trl S Saginaw, MI 48603
    1

    Practice

    Flint Region ASC2300 Austins Pkwy Flint, MI 48507
    2
    G Donald Ohmart MD PC2079 US Highway 23 S Alpena, MI 49707
    3
    Office3953 24th Ave Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Covenant Medical Center Harrison

      1447 N Harrison St
      Saginaw, MI 48602

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena

      1501 W Chisholm St
      Alpena, MI 49707
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Ascension St. Mary's Hospital

      800 S Washington Ave
      Saginaw, MI 48601

      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

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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