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Bret G Autrey

Bret G Autrey, DO

Minimally Invasive General SurgeryGeneral Surgery

Accepting New Patients
Need help scheduling? Call (231) 843-3717

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital
  • Corewell Health Gerber Hospital
  • Corewell Health Ludington Hospital

About Bret G Autrey

About the Provider

Bret G. Autrey, DO, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Autrey earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in Missouri. He completed his general surgery residency at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in East Lansing. Dr. Autrey's clinical interests include advanced laparoscopic surgery, advanced Robotic Surgery, endoscopy, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, breast surgery, colon and rectal surgery, and hernia surgery.

Locations

  1. Corewell Health Ludington Hospital Multispecialty Center - Atkinson General Surgery
    • phone: 231-843-3717
    • fax: 231-845-6198

Experience

Education

  • Residency: Michigan State University College of Medicine GME, Surgery (General Surgery), 2006
  • Medical School: Kansas City University, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), 2001

Board Certifications

  • Surgery: American Board of Surgery, 2006

Insurance

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  • 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 Medicare Advantage
  • 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
  • Trinity Health Plan of MI
  • UHC/Optum (VA Community Care Network)
  • UM Health Plan
  • United Health Care Commercial
  • United Health Care Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • United Health Care Dual Complete

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

168 ratings, 54 reviews

Corewell 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.

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    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Did not check bandage area

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/22/2026

    He’s easy to talk to and is very good at explaining things.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Very friendly and made me feel at ease and answered all my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    He is a very good doctor that will take the time to check u out and go over everything that we discuss in the visit. Also if he has to do a any special surgery he goes over what he is going to do and let u know how he is going to be doing it and he is very good with my health I would recommend him to my family and friends

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    Very friendly & funny. Really like him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    He explained things in simple terms. Like my colon is a 6 lane highway but a section is down to 2 lanes. So we decided to continue with the Metamucil for now.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    He has been my surgeon for several procedures and he is the best. I trust that he will take good care of my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Dr Autrey is an excellent provider. He really cares about his patients. He listens and does what best for his patients

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    I felt very at ease with Dr Autrey from the very beginning of my visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Friendly and caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    I was glad to be back in his care again.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/29/2025

    Good bedside manner. Excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Very thorough and explained everything!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr Autrey is very thorough and experienced.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    Amazing bedside manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    He is first class. Kind of a home boy feeling!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    A caring professional who understands anxiety over procedures.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    Dr COONEY sent me to him years ago. I’m grateful for that. Even in unpleasant situations trusting your doctors care is very important.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    He makes you feel comfortable & relaxed

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Listened to what I had to say and exploiting in a manner that I could understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    Very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Very friendly and straight forward. I like that.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    Very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    Always great to see Dr Autrey and talk about football and sigmoid colons. Takes great pictures. Would confidently recommend Him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Alls well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    Great Doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/14/2025

    He explained the procedure in a manner i could understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Dr Autrey is very personable, has a wonderful patient skills. He takes the time that is necessary to make the patient feel comfortable and understand what their medical situation is.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    Very professional. Explains things and how to fix them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Once again, my experience was excellent and I was fully informed in a kind, professional manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Dr. Autrey explained everything thoroughly and was very easy to talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Very professional and easy to talk to and understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Very clear communication

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Easy to talk to and understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    Took his time explaining things in a way I could understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    Very professional Explained everything very thoroughly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Very friendly, caring and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    I value and respect Dr. Autry for his skill as a surgeon as well as his communication and consideration skilld

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    He is the best . His approach when speaking to you is so welcoming. I feel I’m in such good hands with him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Very pleasant to talk to

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    He is a trusted provider.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    He was kind, explained things and gave me his educated opinion.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2025

    Very professional, caring and easy to talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    Dr. Autry was very thorough In diagnosing my hiatal hernia, and successfully corrected the problem. My quality of life has improved greatly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    He always listened to my questions and concerns and made me feel heard and safe.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    He is very kind and easy to talk to

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/10/2025

    Dr. Autrey listed to all my questions and concerns and went over everything step by step.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/2/2025

    Everything is just fine and wouldn't change anything.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/26/2025

    GOOD JOB!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/8/2025

    There was a student working with Dr Autry (Katie) she was great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2025

    Dr Autrey explains everything that is going to happen and answers all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2025

    I've been with Dr.Autry for a number of years and he's always been positive, confident and very knowledgeable and friendly..I appreciate the care I receive ..