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Dr. Natalie Okerson, MD

Dr. Natalie Okerson, MD

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Natalie Okerson, MD is a family medicine physician in Kalkaska, MI and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Wayne State University in 2001. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kalkaska Memorial Health Center and Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital. She is not accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

419 S Coral St Kalkaska, MI 49646
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Okerson specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Okerson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Okerson

3.8
20 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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Great Dr.
Dr. Okerson-Sparks is a compassionate and dedicated doctor who truly cares about her patients. She takes the time to listen without rushing, treats me with kindness and respect, and always offers encouragement rather than focusing on the negatives. She treats me as a person rather than a medical case or a set of symptoms, and that makes all the difference. I feel incredibly fortunate to be her patient.
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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Ron H – Feb 28, 2025
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Dr. Okerson-Sparks has saved my daughters life multiple times. If it were not for her intelligence and attention to every detail my daughter would have never survived. I see her also, and she has made sure to keep up with my needs in the midst of being a caregiver. She is attentive and very caring!
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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Carol Clous – Nov 25, 2019
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She isis my favorite doctor. She listensis well, spends adequate time with me, and sees me as an individual, not just a faceless, nameless 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Meg in Mount Pleasant – Nov 29, 2017
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Dr Okerson-Sparks is a caring, thorough doctor. She promotes wellness through nutrition which is important to me. She spends plenty of time and explains things thoroughly.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ruth in Traverse City, MI – Apr 23, 2016
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Worst Dr. I have ever seen. Totally unprofessional,rude,terrible attitude,Will NEVER go back!!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Lori Hardge in Traverse city mi – Apr 04, 2016
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Never helped with my pain managment.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 23, 2016
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Dr Okerson, has been great with everything i've had to see her for and her diagnosing and knowledge has been great.
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
Helpful
Rachel in Traverse City, MI – Jan 21, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe in preventative and evidence based medicine with my primary goal of keeping patients off medications and out of the hospital whenever possible. Patient education and communication is of paramount importance in our medical relationship....read more
  • Family Medicine

  • Adult Medicine

  • Pediatrics

  • Women's Health 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.

  • Bon Secours Cottage Health Services

    Residency Hospital, 2004
  • Wayne State University

    Medical School, 2001
  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
  • Oakland University

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center419 S Coral St Kalkaska, MI 49646
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kalkaska Memorial Health Center

    419 S Coral St
    Kalkaska, MI 49646
  • Munson Medical Center

    1105 Sixth St
    Traverse City, MI 49684
    Recipient of 7
    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    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.

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

    5% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital

    1100 E Michigan Ave
    Grayling, MI 49738
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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