
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 18-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAffiliations
- Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals
- Corewell Health Watervliet Hospital
About Rafeek O Woods
About the Provider
Growing up in the Caribbean, I saw a lot of people suffer from a lack of access to health care. This instilled in me a desire to be of service to others and pursue a career in medicine.
As a neurosurgeon, I have extensive experience in treating conditions that affect the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves. I also have a special interest in minimally invasive spine surgery. My patients are my number one priority, and my promise is to always provide the best care possible.
By far the most rewarding part of my job is witnessing the success of the patients I come in contact with and seeing them go on to live a better quality of life. We celebrate all the wins equally, whether they come as a result of surgery or from other treatments, such as physical therapy or pain management interventions.
Locations
- Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals Neurosurgery St Joseph
- 1234 Napier Avenue, Saint Joseph, MI 49085
- Get Directions
- phone: 269-556-1990
- fax: 269-556-1996
Experience
Education
- Residency: Loma Linda University, Neurological Surgery, 2017
- Internship: Loma Linda University, Neurological Surgery, 2012
- Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 2011
Board Certifications
- Neurological Surgery: American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2022
Insurance
- BCBS Medicare Advantage Plus Blue
- BCBS PPO
- BCBS Traditional
- Blue Care Network
- Blue Care Network Medicare Advantage
- Humana Military (Tricare East)
- Lakeland Care Network
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Railroad Medicare
Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
106 ratings, 38 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 4/18/2026
Verry nice Dr,,,and staff,,,thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2026
He was very informative and compassionate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2026
Great doctor!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2026
He’s honest with what needs to be done and kind enough to help us make the right decisions. I have every confidence in Dr Rafeek. And, am anxious for my surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Very kind and compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
Very caring easy to understand and direct and to the point
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
No problems at all. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr Woods was very pleasant and explained everything to make sure we understood what to expect
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Dr. Woods seem very concerned and I get the feeling he really wants to help my condition. It’s going to take a while but I believe he’s willing to take the time and care to help me get better.
- No RatingReviewed on 12/3/2025
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Trust him with my healthcare needs. Trust him as a surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
I wish he would have explained more on my first visit instead of waiting until the second visit, it left me worried and confused
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
He was very helpful, polite and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Dr. Woods is a very likable, personable, and down to earth person. I felt comfortable talking with him and asking questions and if I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't change anything. I am very happy with my experience and the outcome of my procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Dr Woods made us feel at ease and comfortable and optimistic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
I really like this doctor. Friendly, professional, knowledgeable, explained everything so I could understand everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
A+ surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
He explained everything in detail.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Rafeek Woods was very helpful and nice. Thank you very much.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Overall good, but visits seem rushed. Almost seems like I don’t have time to communicate my state of recovery and what I have to say have little affect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
Heard nothing but good things about while there
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
He was straight to the point
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
seem's to care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Well informed in his area of expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
I let everyone know who he was I you have have back problems go to him. Over all I give him 100
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
Dr. Wood is best Dr
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2025
He was vague about my surgery issues...bleeding and scar tissue problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Very professional
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
To fast slow down in explaining things
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
I trust him completely with my issues.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Maybe provide a more thorough and thought out post op visit that’s more than a minute long
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Nice guy! I have two friends that also see Dr. Woods and they both have good things to say about Dr. Woods.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Excellent, caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
My back is good now he did good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
He wasn’t in a hurry. Took time to answer all our questions. We like that he didn’t bury his face in a computer. He talked directly to us.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
It was a very good experience. He explained everything in an understanding way. And answered our questions.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2025
Very disappointed as I had used this office and provider for a previous surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2025
Great personality, informational and caring!