Kara Hoisington, DO
Endocrinology • Lansing, MI • Since 1896
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Kara Hoisington, DO is a physician associated with University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing (the rebranded Sparrow Health System). UM Health-Sparrow Lansing is part of the integrated, nonprofit health system headquartered in Lansing, MI, offering services across cardiology, pediatrics, obstetrics, emergency care (Level 1 Trauma Center), and cancer care, with a shared focus on accessible, high-quality care. The organization recently transitioned to the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow branding, so patient communications may show as either University of Michigan Health-Sparrow or Sparrow Health System.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD: 4.0/5.0 (39 ratings)
- Vitals: 3.7/5.0 (34 ratings, 10 written reviews)
- US News & World Report: N/A (Ratings displayed for 6 categories) (43 reviews)
Patients praise
- Patient reports that the doctor is caring and friendly
- Doctor takes time to listen to patient concerns
- Doctor is perceived as thoughtful regarding ordering necessary tests to manage costs
Common complaints
- Poor communication, specifically difficulty getting return phone calls from staff
- Frustration with staff professionalism and perceived incompetence
- Long wait times for appointments
- Difficulty scheduling or speaking directly with the doctor
"In the years I've been a patient, I've yet to receive a return call the day I've placed it. I've had to call 3-4 separate days to talk with the nurse asst... that's totally unacceptable."
- Vitals"Dr. H takes time and listens to my concerns. She orders only the tests she needs so that I'm not getting over charged for my lab work."
- Healthgrades"Dr Kara is a very caring and friendly Doctor."
- VitalsSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- [XLS] Provider List - Sparrow Health System - Oct 31, 2025
- Dr. Lauren Kwasny, DO, General Surgeon | Lansing, MI | WebMD - Oct 17, 2025
- Shumin Zhao - Psychiatrist in Lansing, MI - May 14, 2026
- Dr. Carla J. Dudash-Mion, DO - Nephrologist in Lansing, MI - May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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