Loading Complete
Robert C Mackinder

Robert C Mackinder, MD

PediatricsInternal Medicine

LGBTQIA+ Safe & Affirming

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 3-12
  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Adult 18-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals

About Robert C Mackinder

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 Family, Internal and Pediatric Medicine - Ada
    • phone: 616-825-3530
    • fax: 616-825-3535
  2. Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Academic Medicine Associates - 275 Michigan St NE
    • phone: 616-391-3777
    • fax: 616-391-3755

Experience

Education

  • Residency: Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals - Butterworth, Pediatrics, 1998
  • Medical School: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 1994

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1998

Insurance

Search plans
  • 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
  • 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

5 out of 5

268 ratings, 100 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.

Search reviews
    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/24/2026

    Best physician that I have encountered. Give him the keys to the city..

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2026

    Always great communication and explains things very well. Really cares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2026

    Very attentive and thorough. Takes whatever time is needed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/14/2026

    I trust him and he demonstrates that he cares

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/14/2026

    Excellent doc. Very pleased with my care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/11/2026

    As stated before listens well talks through with you what is going on

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2026

    He cares for me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Best Primary Doctor for our family

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    He’s always friendly and interested in how I’m doing. He’s patient and takes the time to listen carefully.

  • No RatingReviewed on 2/23/2026

    Treats me as a person.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    MacKinder takes the time to listen to me. He was very well versed on my chart before he walked in the exam room. He offers great recommendations that meet my needs.

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

    Has been my kids doctor since they were born!

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

    I'm 63 and Dr Mackinder is the best doctor I've had.

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

    Dr Mackinder is the BEST Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Always does a good job providing me with medical treatment and care. Good man

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    Wonderful physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Excellent care and compassion

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Trust him fully

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    He I an excellent doctor. When his office was on the East Belline we came from Sparta to doctor with him. Now that he moved his practice to Ada we still travel from Sparta to Ada for his care. Dr. Mackinder and his team is just THAT GOOD. They are worth the extra miles.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Doctor Mackinder really cares about his patients

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/2/2026

    He took his time and listened to me

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

    Caring

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

    Excellent care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Personalized care. Extremely knowledgeable. Explains everything clearly. Patient with answering all of my questions. Thank you, Dr. Mackinder!

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

    Dr. Mackinder listens carefully and explains what may be going on and how we're going to try and fix it.

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

    Excellent, very timely, efficient

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

    Outstanding physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    Warm, friendly and very thorough in all aspects of medicine!

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

    He makes us feel like a friend

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    We absolutely love Dr. Mackinder. He has been both our kids primary care since they were born and he has always provided exceptional care.

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

    Thank you, Dr. Mackinders!

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

    An outstanding physician, always receive thorough and expert care!

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

    Excellent doctor and human being

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

    Dr. Mackinder is very concerned with all our needs

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

    Been seeing doctor for years. Always happy

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

    Just a big thank you, I feel good about the results.

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

    Been a patient of Dr. Mackinder for many years (decades) and have gone through many medical issues. I have always gotten the best care as well as referrals for specialists from him that has been great. A great doctor

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

    Dr. Mackinder has provided for my care for approximately 28 years. I trust him with my health because his proven competence is administered in a professional and caring way.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    He's the best!

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

    Love Dr. Mackinder. ❤️

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    A nice and responsible doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    Is like seeing an old friend. Appreciate all the years under his care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    He cares, listens and responds with a good solution

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

    He listens to understand what the patient is experiencing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Top notch and extremely responsive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Great caring doc

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Dr. MacKinder has been our family doctor for a very long time. He always asks how the kids are doing. He is a professional caring doctor that I would highly recommend him to friends and family! Top notch doctor!

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

    All good!

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

    Great doctor! Very pleased with him .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    He is an awesome Doctor, you can tell he truly cares for his patience and listens

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

    Great doctor, friendly, listens to concerns and responds to them, explains treatment and options

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    He explained things well and answered all of my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Such a good physician with great manners, knowledge and skills!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    A very good listener who reads your condition and needs, and responds with immediate solutions, a further plan, and specialist referrals if needed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    Have a lot of confidence in Dr. M

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

    Quickly takes care of your needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Would highly recommend him to family and friends and even strangers!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Prefer blood work before physical rather than after I leave

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Easy to talk to

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

    He listens to my issues and explains how we're going to deal with it

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

    Excellent Dr takes time and listens

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

    Very personable and knowledgeable

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

    Always friendly, takes time to listen to me, always leave with a plan for any needs.

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

    Utilized his connections to quickly obtain the appointment with a specialist I required asap.

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

    Easy to talk to

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

    A very pleasant experience.

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

    He is a great PCP. His staff is also great.

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

    Instead very good ,I would say Excellent

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

    Always listens, helpful, understanding. Great physician.

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

    Been very happy as a patient of Dr. Mackinder for years. If you could raise your retirement age I'd appreciate it.

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

    Dr. Mac has been a trusted primary for decades.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/3/2025

    Excellent!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/3/2025

    I appreciate Dr. MacKinder’s focus on his patients, especially those who have been a patient of the doctor for decades. I appreciates that he listens to his patients and probs deeper to clarify as needed!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/3/2025

    Dr Mackinder and his staff are friendly, listen, and are caring

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

    Dr. MacKinder is a real pro.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/1/2025

    Pleasant

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/28/2025

    Perfect. Friendly and get down to business.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/25/2025

    Easy to communicate with. Always feel very comfortable with Dr Mackinder!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2025

    Thank you! So appreciate the competence!

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

    Dr. Mackinder is dedicated to his profession. His kindness, medical knowledge, sense of humor, and approachability is beyond measure. Our family has been blessed with his practice of medicine.

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

    Dr. Mackinder is very personable and I have great confidence in his medical expertise and judgment.

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

    Great

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

    Excellent staff and doctor.

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

    great demeanor and the nurse was very good too

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

    comfortable talking to Dr MacKinder about issues that concern us

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2025

    Would like results that are concerning with a phone call or by mail, thank you

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

    Listens to concerns and addresses them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2025

    Dr. Mackinder is very personable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/18/2025

    He always listens

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

    Dr Mackinder is great!

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

    Dr. Mackinder is a skilled clinician. I am lucky to have him looking after my welfare!…

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

    Dr Mackinder diagnosed the problem. Referred me to Colol rectal Dr……and crickets! Haven’t heard from anybody

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2025

    The best. Caring and knowledgeable. Listens to the patient.

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

    Dr Mackinder is amazing

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

    Dr Macakinder is a fantastic provider. He upholds the mission of Corewell health by improving health, instilling humanity and inspiring hope.

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

    Listened to my concerns. Spelled out different options and guided my to my next steps and alternative steps if choice one didn’t work out.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2025

    Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2025

    Listens to you and answers all your questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2025

    I was well cared for