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Dr. Yelena Yavich, MD

Dr. Yelena Yavich, MD

Internal Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Yelena Yavich, MD is an internist in Grand Rapids, MI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from First Saint Petersburg State Medical University School of Medicine in 1985. She is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (30 reviews)

SHMG Internal Medicine - 4069 Lake Drive

4069 Lake Dr SE Ste 315 Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Telehealth available
(616) 486-5400

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Yavich specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Yavich's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yavich

3.7
30 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
60%
60%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
7%
7%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
23%
23%

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Possibly the worst doctor I’ve ever been to
Dr. Yavich was dismissive of my questions and was uninterested in thoroughly investigating the issue I had come to her for. Her communication throughout was poor; explanations were vague and she often repeated herself.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Apr 10, 2025
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Better Days…
Dr. Yavich a GP whose best years are behind her… she seems to be fine with preventative care but beyond that she’s pretty useless and it’s clear she is just going with the flow until retirement. She tends to insert her personal opinions where they don’t belong and does not stay up to date with current literature. Will be seeking a different PCP.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Chelsea – Jan 19, 2025
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Been with Dr Yavich over 20 years . The best , most caring and considerate Dr I have ever had !!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Daniel – Oct 13, 2020
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I have been a patient of Dr. Yavich for probably 10+ years and have always received good counsel and have never felt rushed or pushed out the door. I know that doctors are on a tight timeline during office hours so I try to be prepared when I go in and this helps to ensure my questions are addressed. I have found her to have a good sense of humor and I feel that she talks to me on a personal level as well as a professional level.......I appreciate her very much.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Gayle in Grand Rapids, MI – Jan 24, 2017
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Really knows her patients. Very thorough, and friendly
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
Helpful
Grand Rapids, MI – Nov 30, 2016
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Quick tempered and moody. Does not like to be asked questions about her reasoning re treatment.
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
9 others found this helpful
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pappy in Grand Rapids, MI – Jul 07, 2016
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I think she is a good doc who makes sound decisions. She questioned my meds when I switched to her. At first I was upset, but glad to get off a couple of meds that I really didn't need. Main problem - she doesn't follow the codes that my insurance company suggests. She says I don't bill to codes. As a result, I have had to challenge almost every bill and have had to pay for things that could have been free had she billed them the way I asked. Good insurance? She would be great!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Deb in Grand Rapids, MI – Feb 17, 2016
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Available, attentive and responsive to emerging conditions/needs. Engaging and listens well. My experience reflects she is knowledgeable, and applies that knowledge efficiently and effectively.
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
Helpful
LS in Grand Rapids, MI – Jan 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Yelena Yavich, MD is an internist in Grand Rapids, MI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from First Saint Petersburg State Medical University School of Medicine in 1985. She is affiliated with Corewell Health...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • City Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • Spectrum Health - Butterworth Campus (gme)

    Residency Hospital, 1996

  • First Saint Petersburg State Medical University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

SHMG Internal Medicine - 4069 Lake Drive

SHMG Internal Medicine - 4069 Lake Drive4069 Lake Dr SE Ste 315 Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

    100 Michigan St NE
    Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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