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Derek R Olson

Derek R Olson, DO

Internal Medicine

LGBTQIA+ Safe & Affirming
Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals

About Derek R Olson

About the Provider

Derek Olson, DO, is a board-certified internal medicine physician. Dr. Olson earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in East Lansing. He completed his internal medicine residency at Genesys Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Dr. Olson's clinical interests include preventive health, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and weight management.

LGBTQIA+ Safe & Affirming

To earn the "Safe and Affirming" designation, providers individually complete an online training program which includes modules developed by the National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center. For more information, click here.

Locations

  1. Corewell Health Internal Medicine - 4444 Kalamazoo Ave SE
    • 4444 Kalamazoo Avenue Southeast, Suite 200, Kentwood, MI 49508
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Experience

Education

  • Residency: Henry Ford Genesys Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2003
  • Internship: Henry Ford Genesys Hospital, 2001
  • Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), 2000

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2003

Insurance

Please contact the practice office to confirm your specific plan. If you have questions about paying for care or would like to speak to a financial counselor, please visit our financial assistance page.
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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
  • McLaren Commercial
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • 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

214 ratings, 68 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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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    We appreciate his attention to what we are saying and eagerness to help resolve any issue.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    He is the best general physician I've ever had! He's very insightful and a caring Doctor. He knows about all of the surgeries and concussions, and damage I've been through in my life and that's very important for me to know that he gives me great care and makes me feel important and is understanding of what I've been through during the course of my life.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    Asset to corewell health

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

    Very caring and knowledgeable Dr. I have the utmost trust in Dr. Olson

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

    He is easy to talk with and he takes my concerns seriously. He is knowledgeable and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    Always a concern for my health

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

    Took his time o listen to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    He makes you feel at ease

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Professional, competent and listens.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Great Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2025

    So glad I have a new Dr that I really like

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    He explores all options for treatment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    I trust him with my medical care.

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

    Dr. Olson is the perfect internal medicine doctor. He completely fulfills his role as patient advocate and health advisor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    He always listens an converse with me about any new problems and any previous ones that are of a. Concern to me.Thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Very thorough and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    He took more to talk with me and less focus on his computer than before

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Highly recommended!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    He is very knowledgeable about my background and aware of all of the difficulties I have had to overcome in my life and cares very much for me. I have nothing but great things to say about Dr. Derek Olsen!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Felt like Dr Olson listened to me as to why I was there

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Always good to see Dr. Olson

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2025

    He’s compassionate, friendly and listens to me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2025

    He really care about people

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Well dr Derek Olson goes beyond his call of duty that is what I love the most about him his politeness his respect is loyalty and just the all around DR that everyone would hope to have as there Doctor he's the best doctor I know anyways

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

    I said that in the earlier Q: professional knowledgeable clear courteous caring compassionate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Have been a patient of Dr. Olson’s since I moved here. Feels he knows me and also impressed that he integrates from past visits to current one. Feels safe and trusted.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Dr. Olson has excellent listenting skills and empathy. Seems to know medicine as well.

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

    He listens and provides relevant response

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Love him! He is my partner for health information and care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Dr Olson is a fantastic doctor! He’s compassionate, friendly and listens and takes his time

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    Easy to talk to and he gives me good answers to any questions I have

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Very friendly, always remembers my name and break down into detail all the information that I need to know and answers any questions or concerns that I have

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Very good doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Dr Olson takes time to talk with his patients and shows compassion and expertise.

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

    He is just a really nice, friendly man

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

    Todo muy bien,excelente,amo mi consultorio,asi como el laboratorio,muy rapido y muy buena la atencion

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Always listens to any of my concerns and then answers them in language I can understand. He's always looking out for my health concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    Kind. Thoughtful.

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

    Very prompt about sending me a comment about my lab results.

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

    Outstanding

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Very satisfied

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    I appreciate Dr Olson’s approach to my healthcare.. he listens to questions or concerns and responds with recommendations for me to consider.. providing additional resource information.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Empathic and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    I felt he was really interested in what I was saying.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Great service

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

    He knows my medical needs and what's best to keep me healthy.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    He’s here for me. I like Dr. Olson continue to do what y’all doing and that’s a great job.

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

    He recognizes that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to the health of the patient. He listens very well and we discuss options for treatment.

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

    He listens and explains things in layman's terms. He is always very helpful..Suggests ways to fix the problems..orders lab work.

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

    Dedicated & caring

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

    Excellent doctor

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

    He is very easy to talk to and explains things so you understand.

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

    He is knowledgeable, competent, kind, listens, and explains things very well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Always positive - always willing to listen. Answers MyChart messages and questions quickly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Listening carefully to my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    Listened well assessed my symptoms

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/22/2025

    DR Olsen is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2025

    I am very satisfied with Dr Olson and the staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2025

    It was great

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

    Dr Olson is amazing, truly human and professional

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

    Dr Olsen is an easy person to talk to

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2025

    Spend more time with clients.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/14/2025

    This team,Staff. I have seems to care. And that's very important these days.

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

    Listens, explains where I understand fully

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

    Dr Olson cares and takes time to listen

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

    Dr Olson is very knowledgeable and a very nice person and addresses issues

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2025

    He reminded us about getting the blood test downstairs. That saved us another trip.