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Michael J Burton

Michael J Burton, MD

PulmonologyCritical Care Medicine

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Corewell Health Watervliet Hospital
  • Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals

Locations

  1. Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals Pulmonology St Joseph
  2. Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals Hospitalists & Intensivists St Joseph

Experience

Education

  • Fellowship: Ascension Providence - Southfield Campus, Pulmonary Disease, 2016
  • Residency: Ascension Providence - Southfield Campus, Internal Medicine, 2013
  • Internship: Ascension Providence - Southfield Campus, Internal Medicine, 2011
  • Medical School: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 2009

Board Certifications

  • Critical Care Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2016
  • Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2014

Insurance

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  • BCBS Medicare Advantage Plus Blue
  • BCBS PPO
  • BCBS Traditional
  • Blue Care Network
  • Blue Care Network Medicare Advantage
  • Claritev
  • Humana Military (Tricare East)
  • Lakeland Care Network
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Railroad Medicare

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

78 ratings, 36 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 2/6/2026

    I think he's a very smart and friendly person as well as a good doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Dr Burton is not only a great doctor but he is also great with people.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    The Dr. Listens to me because this is when I need to explain my breathing or pain These appointments are so important to me and I know by the way he answers he is listening & evaluating what I am telling him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    He is very friendly and just easy to talk to and always can answer you so that you know what is going on.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    I recently became VA certified and DR Burton helped me with information about transitioning to VA care. He mentioned a program where I could maintain services for both. Although I choose not to for other reasons, it was still an option. He has been nothing but helpful and professional since I transitioned to him when my first sleep doctor retired or whatnot.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    I like him because he does all those things

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    As I said, he is a very good doctor

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

    I’m a retired respiratory therapist and as such I’m very aware of my health issues. Dr. Burton always speaks to me as a patient and a professional and is always up in new or experimental treatments that we discuss at my appointments.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    YALL JUST KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK 👍💯

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Exceptional, outstanding. As a matter of fact, there are a few doctors that could take lessons from him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    My absolute favorite Dr ever!

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

    He’s the best!

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

    Dr. Burton takes into account my overall care, not just his specific field.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Listens, and answers questions

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

    Great provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    DR. MICHAEL BURTON SAY WHAT HE MEAN .AND MEAN WHAT HE SAY. ,💯

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

    Super great and very helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    Dr Burton has always gone above and beyond with sharing his knowledge and addressing my concerns I have dealing with my issues. He takes the time to talk with me and listens to my questions and then thinks about it and gives an answer that I know is based on his experience. He is one of the best doctors I have had the chance to experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    He takes his time and he listens to you and he shows that he cares about you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    He cares about his patients, everyone in his office takes real good care of everyone

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    He is the best. I feel comfortable, which means a lot to me, addressing all my healthcare needs. I really appreciate the time he takes to answer any and all my questions in a way I understand. Thank you so much.

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

    He is a good and caring person.

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

    I’m 63 years old and have been to many doctors in my life time. I have never been more impressed with a doctor. Dr .Burton took the time to explain prior test results in a manner I could understand. He also took the time to explain the plan going forward in detail. Dr. Burton also allowed and encouraged questions. Best experience with a doctor I’ve ever had.

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

    He treats you as person & not a number. He doesn’t try to hurry you out the door he answers all questions that you may have

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

    Have been seeing him for a few years now. He is always a caring Doctor, that listens to your needs.

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

    Always takes time to listen to any concerns. Listening to my goals & making a plan that helps me reach them to the best of my pulmonary potential.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/12/2025

    Dr Burton listens to what you say instead of just telling you what to do. He is a friendly and caring dr. He comes up with ways to help you that most other drs don’t take the time for.

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

    Very good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/8/2025

    Dr. Burton is a true asset to Corewell, if he were to go to a different hospital I would travel to him if it was withon a couple of hours.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2025

    Dr. Burton is very helpful and listens to your needs spends more time with you than any other provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2025

    They were all awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2025

    My drs.are very interested in not o ly my health issues but as a person also.very attentive to my questions and concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2025

    He's very thorough is a good doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2025

    The best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2025

    My pulmonary issues are well taken care of! Very grateful for this as I’ve struggled most of my life with Asthma