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Dr. Paula Kilmer-Ernst, MD
Overview of Dr. Paula Kilmer-Ernst, MD
Dr. Paula Kilmer-Ernst, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Kalamazoo, MI. They specialize in Orthopedic Spine Surgery, has 27 years of experience, and is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. They graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Ascension Borgess Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital and Bronson Lakeview Hospital. Dr. Kilmer-Ernst, completed a residency at Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak Campus. Patients rated Dr. Kilmer-Ernst an average 4.4 star rating.
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Dr. Kilmer-Ernst's Office Locations
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Bronson Neuroscience Center - Kalamazoo601 John St Ste M-124, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Directions (269) 341-7500Monday08:00 - 16:30Tuesday08:00 - 16:30Wednesday08:00 - 16:30Thursday08:00 - 16:30Friday08:00 - 16:30
Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals
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Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.
- Ascension Borgess Hospital
- Bronson Methodist Hospital
- Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
- Bronson Lakeview Hospital
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Our treatment frequency feature helps you understand howoften a provider performs or treats a specificprocedure/condition compared to other doctors. Providersrank in one of four frequency categories:
Specific procedures/conditions that don’t haveenough data are indicated with “May Perform”. We encourageyou to contact the provider with questions about theirexperience.
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About Dr. Paula Kilmer-Ernst, MD
- Orthopedic Spine Surgery
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- 27 years of experience
- English
- 1023128006
Education & Certifications
- Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak Campus
- Wayne State University School of Medicine
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kilmer-Ernst accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
Dr. Kilmer-Ernst has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.
Dr. Kilmer-Ernst works at
Dr. Kilmer-Ernst has seen patients for Scoliosis and Lumbar Radiculopathy, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kilmer-Ernst on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.
13 patients have reviewed Dr. Kilmer-Ernst. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kilmer-Ernst.
Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Kilmer-Ernst, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Kilmer-Ernst appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.