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Sharon P Deskins

Sharon P Deskins, MD

Internal Medicine

LGBTQIA+ Safe & Affirming
Accepting New Patients
Need help scheduling? Call (269) 983-0500

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Affiliations

  • Corewell Health Watervliet Hospital
  • Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals

About

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 Primary Care Royalton
    • Phone: 269-983-0500
    • Fax: 269-429-2240

Experience

Education

  • Residency: Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1986
  • Internship: Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1984
  • Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 1983

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1986

Insurance

Search plans
  • 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

Reviews

4.9 of 5 stars

221 Ratings, 84 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 7/26/2026

    She provides me with a great caring service.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2026

    Follow up with past present and future things too do and watch for

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2026

    Whatever is going on with you Dr. DESKINS WILL MAKE SURE SHE WILL FIND OUT WHAT CAUSE IT EXPLAIN TO YOU CLEARLY WHATS GOING ON AFTER YOU CLEARLY UNDERSTAND THEN SHE WILL TELL YOU WHAT IT TAKES TO GET YOUR BODY BACK TOGETHER. I KNOW IF YOU FOLLOW HER INSTRUCTIONS YOU WILL SOON FEEI BETTER AND WHATEVER THE PROBLEM WAS IT'S GONE .Dr.Deskins love her work as well as her patients. We need more Doctors like DR. DESKINS SHE REALLY Have love and concern for the people she cares for she's the best and she gives you the best of care. 💯 percent her heart has the love for the people that are in her care.you can feel the love and the concern she has for you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/22/2026

    I see her as caring Dr. Takes time to listen

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2026

    Seem very disinterested I felt like I could just go to a kiosk put in my concerns and get an answer or direction for referral

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2026

    She appears to take an interest in her patients

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2026

    Dr. Deskins has been my doctor over 33 years. And that no time have I ever had an issue or concern with the cure that I received from her or her team.

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

    The very best

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

    Great doctor

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

    Very helpful.

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

    I’m happy she is my Doctor. She’s kind, caring and listens to her patients. I refer potential patients to her all the time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2026

    She has been my doctor for probably 15 years now. I feel very comfortable saying whatever I need to say in front of her, and I know she’s going to me the best that she can. She understands my lifestyle and who I am as a person and how that affects my medical health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2026

    Caring and good listener

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2026

    She practices preventive medicine which is what I look for in a physician .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2026

    She always takes her time and listens explains my questions. I love her!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/14/2026

    She is the best physician in West Michigan!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/13/2026

    Always available over past 30 years

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/11/2026

    Great care thank DR

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/10/2026

    Love her as my Dr!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/1/2026

    When a provider actually listens and ensures you're comfortable with the "why" behind a treatment plan, it builds a level of trust that is unfortunately rare in a fast-paced medical world.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    She listens , takes time to explain things to me and follows up afterwards

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

    She is a good Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    She’s the reason why I come there she is very knowledgeable. Very thorough doesn’t jump to conclusions listens to me. I am very confident in what she says.

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

    She is very smart person

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    Se is the best, very thorough in her work

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2026

    She is always kind.A good listener. Cares as much as I do about my health

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    I have been with Dr. Deskins for 30+ years. I am and have been satisfied with her care and attention. She listens.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    She was caring, attentive, and genuinely seems interested in my wellbeing

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

    Super doctor xxxxx five stars . Very thoughtful, problem solver includes patient in care .

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

    She’s wonderful! Don’t let her retire,LOL

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

    She a good listener, caring, and very thorough.

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

    Patient and thoroughly checked on me and asked questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/13/2025

    She’s very thorough about the care I get. And carefully goes over everything in my blood work and lifestyle.

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

    I like her as a person. She is very competent doctor

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

    Excellent Doctor!

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

    Very thorough, compassionate and good listener.

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

    She’s more on time. Listens. Goes over everything in my chart. Makes sure to ask if I have any questions. (I haven’t walked out of an appt in a long time).

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Dr.Deskins is the best,she cares about the little things not putting you on a whole bunch of meds

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

    She is one of the best physician I have encountered at Corewell Health.

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

    Knowledgeable and humorous.

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

    Very positive and helpful

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

    She is agreat have a caring spirit

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

    Very knowledgeable, very compassionate, very understanding and methodicalin her diagnosis

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Everyone was very helpful

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

    A caring doctor who works with me as a partner in my own health care

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

    All good

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

    I love Dr. Deskins, I hope she doesn't retire anytime soon. I trust her with my Healthcare concerns and plan of care.

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

    She is awesome!

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

    I don't want any other physician handling my well care!

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

    I have a great deal of confidence in my care under Dr. Deskins.

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

    Cares about my overall health.

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

    She is a very understanding Dr. & very caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    She is very competent and also willing to listen and respect your need.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    She’s been my PCP for years now and will continue to be with the practice as a patient always recommend places when I here other people struggling not to be heard or understood by their providers

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

    Dr. Deskins is knowledgeable, caring , people oriented and a problem solver . Super doctor .+++++

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

    Excellent care giver provider, friendly, open and very professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    Super doctor, knowledgeable, intelligent, caring and concerned .

  • No RatingReviewed on 8/8/2025

    All is well!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Dr Deskins has been my doctor over 20 years,and is more like family to me!

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

    Excellent

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

    She listens

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

    She is allright

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

    She is a wonderful provider!

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

    Excellent doctor

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

    She is a good Doctor and she cares

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

    Dr. Deskins , she is one of a kind person. You go to another doctor for advice and they ask about what is your dr,name is and just say her name and thier eyes light up

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Dr. Always very caring & understanding with her patients

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

    I have been with Dr.Deskins for about 30 years she is the best

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

    I feel comfortable talking to her. I trust her ability to help me.

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

    She is professional but always caring and never rushes our visits.

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

    Dr. Deskins is very thorough and caring.

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

    She’s exceptional. My doctor for 30 years

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

    I’ve seen her fior years and feel very comfortable with her

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

    Treats me like a friend.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2025

    Have seen Dr. Deskins for many years and we are on the same wavelength concerning my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/18/2025

    Keep up the great work!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/21/2025

    Would rather that response would be sooner than 24 hours later

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

    Caring and understanding of my wellbeing

  • No RatingReviewed on 2/28/2025

    Careing

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

    It was a.great visit, I received the information I needed.

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

    I leave feeling like my health is taken care of.

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

    Dr. Sharon Deskins is a super doctor . +++++

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2025

    Dr. Deskins provides excellent care for her patients . Explains everything exceptionally well .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2025

    The case manager. Was very involved.