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Dr. Michael Carroll, MD

Dr. Michael Carroll, MD

Medical Oncology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Carroll, MD is a medical oncologist in Sacramento, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sutter Roseville Medical Center and Sutter Amador Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

1020 29th St Ste 680 Sacramento, CA 95816

Make an Appointment

(916) 453-3300

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Carroll is affiliated with Sutter Roseville Medical Center Roseville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Carroll specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Carroll's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carroll

2.8
21 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
43%
43%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
10%
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1 star
48%
48%

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Save yourself! Run!
When you are diagnosed with AML you would want the best care possible. You would also appreciate someone who can be informative and someone you can trust. This is not the doctor for any of that! He handed my husband a booklet and said all you need to know about AML is in there. He also because of his not necessary attitude had me end up in the ICU and I died several times. I call him dr. Death because everyone I have met in the BMT unit in his and his partner's care all have DIED.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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AI – Nov 08, 2024
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Rude & unprofessional
Pharmacy finally had an alternate pain medication in stock after days without due to the opioid crisis. Called Dr. Carroll as the on call physician and stood there overhearing as he called my pharmacist a specific male anatomy part. Dr Carroll was angry and clearly inconvenienced bc he would have had to go back to the office to fulfill the alternate prescription. He refused, so I spent all of Christmas with unmedicated bone cancer. When questioned why, he denied the interaction with my pharmacist and then pretended to have misunderstood the initial request. Still did not provide alternate prescription.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Optional, will display with review – Jan 12, 2024
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My husband had been receiving treatment from Dr. Carroll for 6 years now. We've been so grateful for his care. He is brilliant. We realize that not everyone gels with him. We had to adapt to his requirements. But when you step back and realize the level of care he holds together, it's really quite amazing and worth it. He surrounds himself with a whole team of quality nurses.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dominic and Cassandra Egan – Sep 27, 2023
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Not responsive or empathetic
Quite unsatisfactory I have been out of my chemo medicine for 3 weeks. The pharmacy will not refill the prescription as this doctor coded the order erroneously. I have to wait another week for the doctor to see me and rectify. In the meanwhile, no one has done a blood count and I’m fearful my numbers are dangerously low. This is could be life threatening and is unacceptable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Liz W – Jul 16, 2022
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It seemed he had diagnosed before talking to me and he did not have all the current medical records including recent information on the last hospitalization for the same issue I was seeing him about. Had no interest in what I was saying. He had no interest in hearing about the recent scans CT and ultrasound or getting them to review. Told me to stop medication that was still needed.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Melissa Orme – May 06, 2021
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Although Dr. Carroll is a highly skilled oncologist, his bedside manner leaves something to be desired, especially if you are a woman. If you're a woman of color, good luck! He is dismissive and sarcastic in answering questions. He makes it known he is a man 'of faith', but truly doesn't behave as one.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
6 others found this helpful
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Aug 14, 2020
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Dr. Carroll was more like family because he took really good care of our father Juan during the last ten years of his life. He was always very patient and offered us all the options available to prolong the life of my father. We will always be grateful for the great service he provided and the compassion he showed to our family until the very end. Thank you, Maria, Jesse, Ralph, Johnny
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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Rodriguez family in Sacramento – Feb 22, 2019
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Dr. Carroll is an excellent physician. He is not warm and fuzzy, so if you are looking for that, you best look elsewhere. But, if you want a doctor who is intelligent and experienced, then Dr. Carroll is a good choice. His ability to diagnose and provide the appropriate treatment as well as explain the patient's condition in terms one can understand is also top-notch. And, once you get to know him, it is apparent that he he very much cares for each patient's welfare.
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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DAVIS, CA – Dec 14, 2018
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My father is a patient of Dr. Carroll. My brothers and I do not live locally. We had a meeting with Dr. Carroll and were very impressed with his "bedside" manor. he took time to meet with us as a group to answer any and all questions. He answered the questions to our satisfaction giving them thoughtful responses. I feel my father is in good hands.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 31, 2018
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Dr. Carroll has saved my life. He is extremely knowledgeable and detail oriented. I am so glad we found him.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Reggie Jardon in Elk Grove, CA – Mar 20, 2017
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Dr. Carroll provides excellent, compassionate care. He takes the time to explain each step of the process and answer every one of my questions. I have complete confidence in his ability, and consider myself fortunate to have him as my oncologist. His office is well-organized and responsive.
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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Brendan Q. in Davis, CA – Oct 04, 2016
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biography

Dr. Michael Carroll, MD is a medical oncologist in Sacramento, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sutter...read more

  • Medical Oncology

  • Internal 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.

  • Johns Hopkins Onco Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Chicago

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • Stanford University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Sutter Medical Foundation1020 29th St Ste 680 Sacramento, CA 95816
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Practice

Office10470 Old Placerville Rd Ste 100 Sacramento, CA 95827
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sutter Roseville Medical Center

    1 Medical Plaza Dr
    Roseville, CA 95661
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    View all awards

    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

  • Sutter Davis Hospital

    2000 Sutter Pl
    Davis, CA 95616
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sutter Medical Center-Ose Adams Medical Pavilion

    2825 Capitol Ave
    Sacramento, CA 95816
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    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

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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