Kara Hoisington, DO - UM Health-Sparrow
Endocrinology • Lansing, MI • Since 1896
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. If you’re seeking Kara Hoisington, DO, you may want to contact UM Health-Sparrow Lansing or check the affiliated physician directory for current practice location and specialty.
Clinic Type
Endocrinology
Address
2900 Hannah Blvd. Ste 114 East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
Phone
(517) 364-8080
info@TheMac.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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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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