Flaningam Michael, MD

Doctor Flaningam is simply the best physician I have ever had. He makes you feel like you are his only patient of the day. He never rushes or cuts you off. It is very easy to get an appointment when you need to see him. He does not put unrealistic expectations on you about diet and weight management issues. He also has a excellent Medical Assistant. I believe I am very fortunate to have him as my primary physician.

Dr. Flaningam is the best physician I have ever had. He takes all the time in the world to chat with me about what is going on in my life and to get details on what brought me in. He is kind and is a great listener. We can get appointments when we need them and they are always on time. Sutter has «My Sutter» which is an on-​line medical resource so you can see test results and reminders of what you need to have done for preventive measures, such as vaccines. Today my husband had lab work done in the morning and had the results and comments from Dr. F by late afternoon. When we got engaged my husband was happy that I too would become a patient of Dr. Flaningam after we got married, and I too am glad he is our doc. Angela and all the staff are great about responding to calls, keeping you informed and being prompt. Everyone is really nice, and care is excellent.

I selected him when my primary care physician left his practice. I found him personable, but cavalier regarding my medical concerns. My father died of colon cancer, and I was at an age when a colonoscopy would have been indicated even without the family history. He said the fecal occult test would be sufficient. I saw him a couple times for other medical concerns, and he just didn’t seem to take them seriously. I rarely seek medical attention, usually an annual physical, so it seemed somewhat unreasonable, even questionable, for a physician to be less concerned about preventive medicine than I. I chose another PCP who immediately ordered a colonoscopy.

Dr. Flaningam is the best. There, that’s it.
He really listens to me, because he knows that I am the best gauge of what’s going on with my body. Also, when I was going through a really difficult time, and felt like I needed a little better living through chemistry, he was there for me. He listened to what was going on with me, and was very gentle in encouraging me to try a medication to help get me back on track. He takes the time to incorporate the psychological with the physical. He’s no «old school» doc. He’s one that I feel comfortable talking about highly embarrassing issues (I have many, but we’ll save that for another day).
Also, it’s quite easy to get an appointment with him, which is a huge plus. I found this out when I awoke with 2 huge abscesses one day. I know, totally sexy. He talked with me about what was going on, and where I may have picked up the bug that caused these disfiguring pustules of doom (an ex, natch). He treated me with the appropriate antibiotics and took swabs to make sure they were the right meds. The lancing was so painful, but I don’t think anything could be done about that. For an illustration, look up MRSA on YouTube, if you dare. Even with the drugs and the advice of a nurse friend who treats wounds, and a friend who’s physical therapist, I still have a horrific scar on my shoulder. I talked with Dr. F about how I’d never find me a husband now! and he offered to send me to a plastic surgeon. I told him thanks, but no. If a man can’t accept me as I am, then I don’t want to have anything to do with him. He was very relieved to hear this.
My only complaint, the only one (really!), is that his staff isn’t the best about returning calls. But, if I have to call them, I will because I cherish having a great and caring doctor.