
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 18-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAffiliations
- Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals
About Barakat A Thabet
About the Provider
Dr. Thabet's clinical interests include rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjögren's syndrome, scleroderma, inflammatory myopathies, vasculitis, spondyloarthropathies (chronic joint diseases), osteoarthritis and regional musculoskeletal disorders.
Locations
- Corewell Health Rheumatology - Summit Park
- 3271 Clear Vista Court Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
- Get Directions
- phone: 616-267-7293
- fax: 616-267-9594
- Corewell Health Rheumatology - Grand Haven
- 15100 Whittaker Way, Grand Haven, MI 49417
- Get Directions
- phone: 616-267-7293
- fax: 616-267-9594
Experience
Education
- Fellowship: Wayne State University, Rheumatology, 2017
- Residency: St. Vincent Charity Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2015
- Medical School: University of Cairo Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 2011
Board Certifications
- Rheumatology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2017
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
Insurance
- Aetna/Cofinity
- Align Senior Care MI
- BCBS Medicare Advantage Plus Blue
- BCBS PPO
- BCBS Traditional
- Blue Care Network
- Blue Care Network Medicare Advantage
- Blue Cross Complete
- Cigna
- Coventry First Health
- HAP/ASR
- Humana Military (Tricare East)
- McLaren Commercial
- McLaren Medicaid
- McLaren Medicare Advantage
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Meridian AmBetter
- Meridian Complete (MI Health LINK) Dual Eligible
- Meridian Medicaid
- Molina Medicaid/MiChild/Marketplace (Health Plus)
- Molina Medicare
- Priority Health Choice Medicaid
- Priority Health HMO/PPO
- Priority Health Medicare Advantage
- Railroad Medicare
- Trinity Health Plan of MI
- UHC/Optum (VA Community Care Network)
- UM Health Plan
- United Health Care Commercial
- United Health Care Dual Complete
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
267 ratings, 105 reviewsCorewell Health is committed to delivering high-quality and compassionate care. These ratings and reviews are transparent patient feedback collected via survey following a provider care experience that asks patients and families about the care they received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
This visit was positive. He did not seem rushed and i felt heard.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
He cares
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
Great Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
He has me on meds to take for a month and then I will have to return for a follow up appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
He is caring, compassionate, explains everything throughly, listens to your concerns, answers all your questions, makes you feel that you are in the best hands for your disease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Strait forward dr.i love this
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Understood my issues, asked the right questions and spent a good amount of time with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2026
I can tell he cares. He’s very kind and very good at explaining things
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Very good bedside manner and explains everything very thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Thank You Dr.Barakat Thabet
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
He cares that means a lot to me with my health ❤️
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
I absolutely loved that he explained everything in a way my husband and I would understand, but never made you feel dumb!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
Dr. Thabet is very caring and genuinely nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
A Great Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
I was very impressed with him. Very personable, and didn't rush me!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
He was wonderful at explaining things in a simple format.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
He’s knowledgeable but also knows how to talk to someone like me to explain what is happening. He also asks what type of treatment I want. Instead of just telling me what I need. He gave options
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
He explains things clearly he's always friendly and he comes to the room quickly he doesn't make you wait forever like some doctors.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Merima is super sweet.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Kind, gets to the problem, no beating around get to the problem. Listens to what I have to say.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/23/2025
I am convinced that he is genuinely concerned about my condition, and willing to prescribe a variety of remedies.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
Great sense of humor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Best Dr at Corewell Healthcare
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2025
He has a nice way of explaining things but remains professional, perfect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
Dr Thabet is a very knowledgeable doctor!! He truly cares about his patients and in making them feel comfortable, better and listens and always goes over which is the best way to treat my RA.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
Dr. Thabet is always very caring and helpful. I am very happy with care provided
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
He is an A+ doc!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Can tell her cares about his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
He seems concerned on what I’m struggling with and will listen before deciding on a plan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
One of the best overall medical experiences in years. Just wish it was closer to me. The drive there was the roughest part.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
He is a wonderful doctor. Helpful and explained everything and made sure I understood it.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
again he is kind and very knowledgeable. i am not sure what i expected but i am sure i was hoping to leave with a more personalized plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
I really liked Dr Thabet. He was very attentive and knowledgeable. My primary physician agreed to fill my prscriptions until I found a Rheumatologist but Dr Thabet didn't ask if I needed any scripts and I forgot to ask. I love that he'll do telehealth visits since I'm in Lake Leelanau.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Very very nice and attentive listens to you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Dr. Thabet always listens and is very good at explaining things in a way I understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Seemed concerned and positive about my treatment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr T listens to me about proposed medication.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Listen to my needs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Conscientious provider who uses data and yet listens. Willing to work with his PA for optimum care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Very clear. Very understandable presentation.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Nothing more than I feel comfortable and safe with him as my doc.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr Thabet is very courteous, listens to your need. Even since of humor. Worth me driving from Kalamazoo to see him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Amazing, caring doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Thank you for your care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
He understands me as a person and what I have to say!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
He goes the extra mile to help you understand the diagnosis, the medication, and the path forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
He cares, and he listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Nice man, great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2025
He is a great rheumatologist he listens to patients and explains things clearly for the patients to understand.i really recommended to my friends and family
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2025
Thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
He listens and explains in terms I can understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
Very good to work with, takes his time to listen and help
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
He’s very professional and understand me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
I was very happy to learn that he was trained under my last doctor that diagnosed me. He was very knowledgeable about my condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
I’m so very thankful to be able to live my life again without the terrible pain I had previously and that my muscles are supporting me so much better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2025
Explains everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
Very caring and compassionate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Like the demeanor he uses when explaining Always checks to make sure I understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Good visit. Option for changes to medication if needed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
Thorough & compassionate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
He seems to be a good doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
The doctor answered all questions presented, and explained in detail the plan of action he recommended.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
He was very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Dr. Thabet is an excellent physician. I referred him to a friend yesterday.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Again an Excellent Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
He really cares and sees me as a whole person including my disorder.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Great doctor he listens to what you have to say
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
His nurse is also amazing.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
He explained very well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Thank u for taking me as your patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Always explains my bloodwork results to me in a easy to understand way!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
A great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr Thabet is a very caring doctor and a delight to work with. I recommend him without hesitation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Great!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
I like Dr. Thanet & feel comfortable with him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
He very concerned about my care.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Dr. Thabet answered all questions and appears to be thorough in my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2025
He cares!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2025
Dr T does an excellent job of explaining things and has great concern for your health and wellbeing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2025
Very good care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
Very confident ,comfortable Glad I chose Spectrum Rhumatology
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
He's very nice and explains things very well!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
During my military career I had many different Physicians. Dr. Thabet has been exceptional. I enjoy my conversations with him and he makes me feel comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Dr. T is amazing. explains everything and is very caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2025
Dr Thabet is a great doctor! I am very fortunate to have him for my RA doctor!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
They are great staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2025
They are all so so awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2025
Staff are very kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2025
Dr. Thabet listens well and explains things in an understandable way. Great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2025
The whole team cares for my needs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
Very happy😀
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2025
Likable staff members in greeting and speaking with his nurse.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2025
I love the care I get the care I get through my doctor and how he includes my husband in on our conversations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
I have never had a bad experience with Dr Thabet nor his staff. I have gotten to know them well over the last several years, they're very warm & welcoming.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2025
My doctor is very good she explains everything to me so I will understand and she makes sure I know before I leave
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2025
Right to answer all my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2025
I appreciate Dr. Baraket's familiarity with my chart BEFORE he enters the room. This is a rarity.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
Dr. T was extremely thoughtful, kind a good listener and answered any questions I had nurse Mary was wonderful. Also both have smiles to make you feel very comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2025
They were quick and wonderful.