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David French, MD

David French, MD

Primary Care

Speaks

Languages

French
Spanish

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(734) 475-8677
Appointments (Existing Patients Only)
Provider Groups
  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(734) 475-8677

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Primary Care

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Primary Care - Chelsea

14288 E Old US Hwy 12
Ste 200
Chelsea , MI 48118

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Primary Care - Chelsea

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About

David French, MD, is board-certified in family medicine. Dr. French has more than 15 years of experience treating patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He has clinical interests in office-based procedures, continuing to expand the scope of services offered to meet the needs of his patients in the office setting, helping patients learn to take an active role in managing their chronic medical conditions and creating individualized pathways to improve overall mental and physical health.

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • BCBS of Michigan Federal / Traditional
  • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
  • BCBS of Michigan PPO Commercial
  • BCN Medicare Advantage
  • BCN of Michigan HMO
  • BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan - Medicaid
  • Cofinity (Network)
  • Colleague Health Plan
  • Community Care
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Medicare Advantage
  • HAP Empowered (Medicaid)
  • Humana Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Commercial ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • Medicaid - Michigan
  • Medicare (Traditional)
  • Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan PHCS (Network)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Medicare Advantage
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network
  • Priority Health / Cigna Commercial
  • Priority Health / Cigna Medicare Advantage
  • Priority Health Medicaid
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare (Humana Military) Non-Prime Plans
  • TRICARE (Humana Military) Prime
  • United Healthcare Commercial ALL PLANS
  • United Healthcare Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
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Additional Resources

Education & Certifications

Education

Medical School:
University of Michigan Medical School

Internship:
State University of New York at Stony Brook

Board Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine

Provider Groups

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Trinity Health Medical Providers

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.8 out of 5

(574 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

265 Reviews

10/04/2024

Dr. French listens to what you say and explains things so you understand.

10/02/2024

Great so far.

10/02/2024

I haven't seen a doctor since 2018 being scared of affordable healthcare all the way through covid 2020 i have not seen a doctor my first to 2nd visit felt like a relief because the Primary doctor i choose was helpful and noticeably caring. Thank you for the relief of knowing i found a good Primary doctor

10/01/2024

Dr. French is friendly, direct, and doesn't waste time. I appreciate all of that.

10/01/2024

Trustworthy!

09/24/2024

I appreciate his honesty and frankness, and has provided me with nothing but top notch care sense 2014

09/20/2024

Always professional

09/19/2024

He is always caring, thorough, proactive on any possible issues. I highly recommend him

09/18/2024

It went well

09/14/2024

I'm very pleased with the care I've received from Dr French and the staff

09/12/2024

Dr. French informed me that I will have to participate in "physical Therapy" to improve by unbalanced walking.

09/12/2024

He allows me to participate in my health care and gives me the information I need.

09/11/2024

Saw me right away

09/04/2024

Have been seeing doctor French for years and he is the best. Very thankful to have him.

09/03/2024

Like I said, talk to us not at us, try to get us to understand more,

08/27/2024

Very personable, appears knowledgeable, explains things clearly and actually listens.

08/22/2024

he is really a sweet man and he seems to understand my food allergy mess

08/19/2024

The health care that the doctor and their team provide has clear positive patient health outcomes.

08/08/2024

I appreciated the manner in which I was taken care at my visit.

08/07/2024

Made sure I was aware of the brevity of the situation and what I needed to do’

07/26/2024

Dr French is an outstanding, caring, compassionate and a wonderful listener. The best primary physician i have ever known. Highly recommend.

07/26/2024

I felt I was lucky to get a virtual meeting with Dr French the next morning at 8 AM as a office appointment would have been a week or more latter, and I have detected with test kits I had covid and being 74 was concerned with treatment options.

07/25/2024

I could not say enough good about dr french.

07/25/2024

I appreciate the great care i receive here!

07/23/2024

Dr. French's physical assessment skills are par to none.

07/23/2024

Dr French is a great human.

07/22/2024

I’m very pleased with the competence of the staff.

07/22/2024

I have nothing to add.

07/02/2024

I hope to have him as my primary for a very long time.

06/23/2024

Dr French is not my personal physician. But I have had him on like fill in appointments. He is an excellent listener. And will give you an answer to how you’re feeling. He doesn’t leave you puzzled and not knowing what your dealing with

06/21/2024

Went very well

06/20/2024

Went well

05/24/2024

Dr French is very accommodating, professional and compassionate

05/21/2024

Hi is very kind and humble. This is not true of many in his profession. I really appreciate that in a doctor

05/15/2024

Excellent PCP. Highly recommend.

04/30/2024

Excellent experience

04/16/2024

He is professional, compassionate, knowledgeable and explains things well.

04/16/2024

I BELIVE HE IS A VERY SPECIAL VALUED PHYSICIAN TO THE I. H.A. GROUP. I SEND EVERYONE I KNOW LOOKING FOR A GODD DOCTOR, TO CALL HIS OFFICE AND GET AN APPOINTMENT. I JUST RESENTLEY LEFT A ENDOCRINOLOGIST, BECAUSE OF IMPROPER CARE. DR FRENCH WAS A LOT OF HELP FINDING SOMEONE FOR ME. HE IS A BLESSING. THANK YOU.

04/15/2024

I especially appreciate Dr French making room for me in his busy schedule on short notice. Thank you.

04/09/2024

Dr. French was great!����

04/09/2024

ALWAYS COVERING ALL WAYS TO CARE FOR YOU.

03/24/2024

Every thing was done very quickly

03/21/2024

Very friendly and helpful Great listener

03/20/2024

The assistant was very pleasant

03/14/2024

I am grateful to have the resources of the Chelsea Hospital, Dr. French and the IHA network at my disposal.

03/11/2024

I believe very strongly in the Provider's capability.

03/11/2024

Timely and helpful.

03/01/2024

Appreciate the ability to provide a video meeting with Dr. French when an in person appointment was not available.

03/01/2024

I didn’t like waiting around and thought it was rude how long I had to wait.

02/29/2024

Always appreciate my experience with IHA

02/27/2024

I liked Dr. French but I'm not good at the doctors office, and to feel rushed just puts me out even more and makes me feel uncomfortable making me hold back on my issues. I need a relatively calm conversation please.

02/26/2024

In spite of a heavy schedule, extra time was taken to address my concerns.

02/23/2024

Listens well, knowledgeable, provides good input.

02/22/2024

consistently excellent

02/15/2024

Dr. David French is a very caring doctor. He always takes his time and does not rush you through the visit. He explains things so you understand.

02/12/2024

Just an fyi for everyone - I just had a very helpful Telehealth visit with Dr. French at Trinity Health IHA Chelsea. Listened to with care, thorough eval and solutions provided. Rxs called in quickly. I'm on the road to recovery...

01/23/2024

The Doctor and Nurses provided me with 17 pages of my physical issues.

01/22/2024

Liked his Detroit Lions shirt.

01/17/2024

Dr. French is always great at explaining your medical situation, test results, tests needed or required and advising you on what to do to improve your health. I did feel that this appointment was rushed as Dr. French quickly went through his routine.

01/16/2024

Simple, fast, professional, and caring. What more do you need?

01/15/2024

I TRUST HIM COMPLETELY. I R

12/21/2023

I have always liked Dr French. I've been a patient for a number of years

12/21/2023

I like it that he could joke around with me to make me feel at ease. He treated me with respect and listened.

12/18/2023

Sometimes I wonder if they are listening.

12/12/2023

I’m from Grand Blanc over an hour away and feel the practice is well worth the drive.

12/07/2023

Always takes the time to listen to you. Never feel rushed. Explains things so I understand.

12/04/2023

Years of dedication

12/01/2023

They were all great they listened I listened they explained things very well

11/30/2023

Dr French is consistently good

11/29/2023

Thank you!

11/28/2023

I LOVE Dr. French.

11/15/2023

Dr French has been very good and his nurses and receptionist����

11/13/2023

Takes time with answering questions.

11/08/2023

good communication

11/04/2023

very pleased with Dr. French and staff

11/02/2023

Was very respectful and explained everything

10/31/2023

I’ll be back to see Dr French again.

10/29/2023

Prefer to see him over others in the practice

10/25/2023

It was a great visit

10/21/2023

Excellent care

10/15/2023

Happy that this time I could actually get a same day appointment, but very disappointed when I was asked to be seen about an hour earlier, which was fine with me, but I ended up waiting for almost 30 minutes to be seen. I actually called the office to ask about the wait time, they told me that it would be a few more minutes. Ended up being an additional 25 minutes. Not sure where the miscommunication was, but I wasn’t very happy about it.

10/07/2023

Dr French was my doctor here in Alpena years ago. When he moved to Chelsea we followed him even though it is a four hour drive one way. I trust him and his care.

10/06/2023

I am very confident of the care I am getting

10/04/2023

Good visit

09/26/2023

A+

09/24/2023

Caring enough to keep in touch with even during extended vacation time. Great Doctor

09/19/2023

I would have liked more back-and-forth dialogue with doctor....a Q and A session.

09/18/2023

Highly professional, easy to talk to, and knowledgable. Doesn't talk down to me.

09/17/2023

He always seems very concerned

09/06/2023

Felt comfortable

09/05/2023

This is my Primary Health Care I prefer... everyone is happy there & very pleasant

09/02/2023

He always listens to what I have to say and respects my opinion.

09/02/2023

Dr French always listens to me, and I feel he is trying to help me be healthier.

08/31/2023

Dr french always wants to help find out whats wrong with you if he doesn't know he does research until he finds out how to help you

08/29/2023

I just felt better after I left. Very much appreciate the care I am shown..

08/17/2023

Dr. French listened to what I was saying and was concerned. Especially about having to drive myself to ER.

08/15/2023

feel very confident in the treatment/feedback given

08/11/2023

All is well!

08/10/2023

Very good care.

07/25/2023

provides info in an understandable manner

07/21/2023

He knows about my memory loss problem and he recommended that I visit a special Doctor about memory loss.

07/20/2023

Doesnt scare me in going

07/11/2023

I always have a good experience with Dr. French. He listens to me and explains things

06/19/2023

I want to be treated as an individual, not just another stat in the Trinity system. I want to see a doc that knows me, my needs, my health goals. Just managing my health does not make good healthcare

06/07/2023

Comfortable and reliable

06/01/2023

Absolutely love my doctor. Best doctor ever. He has helped me so much, especially though this time of getting into the peace corps - there’s so many tasks for him and he is so positive and ready to work along side me to get this done.

05/22/2023

I feel that there should be better communication with zoom meetings how to use it.

05/18/2023

Staff great resource

05/16/2023

Very pleased!!

05/12/2023

Dr. French is knowledgeable

05/10/2023

Still getting to know him.

05/03/2023

I like his respect for intelligent opinions and actions by his patient

04/29/2023

Dr. French was fine under the circumstances. I had been to the emergency room the previous day and he listened and followed up. He is not my primary care physician.

04/27/2023

Yes, I know I am not his only patient the time he took with me was exceptional.

04/27/2023

I have a bad hip, & he is letting me take my time in making a huge decision of getting it replaced or not.

04/26/2023

I loved .Dr. Grace! Very professional, intelligent, kind, great personalityprofessional, neat, clean appearance as well. A real keeper for Trinity Health.

04/16/2023

It was an excellent visit.

04/10/2023

Then medical assistant was very pleasant and helpful

04/04/2023

Very nice experience

03/24/2023

nice facility

03/24/2023

Good and safe environment provided.

03/22/2023

Highly recommended!

03/18/2023

great Doctor

03/10/2023

Very friendly and helpful.

03/03/2023

Dr was very helpful as well as friendly

02/24/2023

I was a patient of Dr. French since I was a pastor in Hubbard Lake, MI. He had his practice in Alpena. He gave me prompt and expert service there and when we moved to Pinckney, MI I was elated when I found out he was in Chelsea and would again take me as a patient.

02/10/2023

Professional and caring

02/08/2023

Always get the best care

02/03/2023

Thank you for your care

02/01/2023

Clear and responsive attention

01/28/2023

Good Services

01/27/2023

Throughout my visits with him, he always exceeds my expectations in trying to help me feel better.

01/26/2023

I like dr french

01/25/2023

Super

01/22/2023

I highly recommend Dr. French.

01/19/2023

Very efficient and listens.

01/17/2023

Great staff

01/09/2023

Dr French is attentive and interested in my issues. I wish he has more time to kibbitz, but I understand the constraints and expectations under which he operates....

12/27/2022

I always want a bit more time because I want to learn details. However everyone was great and patient with my questions.

12/27/2022

Dr. French is awesome!!

12/17/2022

Got straight to the point which is fine but at least as

12/15/2022

We have to travel over an hour to come to Chelsea as both my wife and I have more confidence in the medial staff associated with St Joe's so I had an earlier appointment with my dermatologist in Chelsea but that was in the morning, so we were looking at a 3-4 hour wait before my appointment with Dr. French, however explaining to the Staff at your office in Chelsea they made arrangements to try and squeeze me in earlier. That being said, even though we were squeezed in, both the nurse and Dr French seemed to spend ample amount of time going over my history and gathering all the information and not rushing.

12/14/2022

He's good at his profession, and I'm glad he's my primary care physician.

12/13/2022

Prompt, courteous and respectful!

12/12/2022

I'm not a number, I'm a person

12/09/2022

Only lacking an employee that can answer the phone when calls come in

12/09/2022

I travel just to be his patient over six hundred miles.

12/07/2022

Very nice new office space. Very clean, bright, well organized.

11/25/2022

Dr. French is and always has been an amazing doctor. He is kind and understanding. Takes the time needed to explain things and answer any questions I may have.

11/18/2022

Dr French listens and is responsive. He provided the answers I expected. Wish he had more time to just shoot the breed!

11/04/2022

Very pleasant

10/26/2022

I am always treated very well!!

10/18/2022

many questions concerning my well being and ideas to help

10/18/2022

Great listeners

10/09/2022

I really like th

09/22/2022

Appreciate you getting me in on such short notice!

09/12/2022

Dr. French is excellent at what he does.

08/31/2022

He doesn't talk down to me and treats me like another adult.

08/31/2022

Dr. French also has surrounded himself with very capable clinicians in other areas of expertise such as Dr. McCalister for cardiac care.

08/30/2022

I was told I could not see my primary until November which is unreasonable.

08/27/2022

I finally am going to get help

08/23/2022

Absolutely no complaints

08/13/2022

Dr. French is outstanding and is providing me with excellent health care.

08/06/2022

I was very pleased

08/05/2022

Dr. French is the best.

08/03/2022

A++++++++

07/30/2022

Needs to review history before coming in. Asks if i had a procedure that he had me do earlier in the year. My new meds must be working well when nothing changed. Same meds I've been taking for a while. Just seems in too much of a hurry to get to the next patient. Slow down and review before you visit the patient.

07/29/2022

Makes you feel like you and your health are important.

07/29/2022

He is quick AND polite

07/27/2022

Provider seemed in quite a bit of a hurry.

07/25/2022

Actually put me on a really good medication that helped me to walk & ease my pain

07/22/2022

Dr. French has been a positive change for me over my previous Doctor. More engaging and personable. Two traits that are really nice to be exposed to medical needs. He shoots straight and to-the-point, which is something is appreciate personally.

07/20/2022

Seemed a little rushed. Got the job done. Churning many patients I suppose. No time for kibbitzing.....

07/08/2022

Office girl Amanda was very friendly and good natured

07/06/2022

Provider seems genuinely interested in me and is very approachable.

06/30/2022

Friendly. Through.

06/29/2022

I felt that the Doctor was rushed and did not spend quite enough time with me about an issue I raised that was not directly related to the primary reason I was at the appointment.

06/27/2022

He is a Great back up for my regular physician

06/16/2022

Good

06/15/2022

He was very thorough.

06/10/2022

Great.

06/10/2022

Everything went well as I expected and *Dr. French answered all of my questions and gave me the referral I needed for a surgery I need to repair my hernia. He also recommended I get the 4 COVID booster and I received it while I was there.

06/04/2022

He was wonderful!

05/31/2022

Good as always

05/23/2022

I was very pleased with my care.

05/17/2022

This was my first visit and they were very accommodating.

05/11/2022

Dr. French is the Best Dr. I have ever had without a doubt.

05/11/2022

Clean, polite, professional, very informative and educational. Gave me instructional paper work with pictorial images showing me how to do simple exercises. That actually helped with pain in my hip.

05/11/2022

I don't have a Smart phone. I see *Dr. Alford but sometimes I have to see other doctors, which is ok, but *Dr. Alford needs more regular office appointments. Maybe?

04/28/2022

Dr French is professional and compassionate.

04/26/2022

Very informative on things we were going to try with my problems.

04/19/2022

It's always the best.

04/18/2022

Exceeded expectations.

04/14/2022

Excellent.

04/04/2022

Very good doctor, thorough, careful and really concerned abour my health.

04/01/2022

I really love Dr. French and his staff. There is an IHA facility nearer to me and it would be easier for me to go there (Dexter Pinckney Road In Pinckney) - but I will continue to go to the IHA in Chelsea and see Dr. French - until he leaves that facility.

02/25/2022

Dr. French always listens to what I have to say.

02/24/2022

Dr. French is an excellent doctor who tries to solve the problem and isn't too quick to push medicine on you

02/20/2022

Good

02/16/2022

The provider provides all my information needed for my visit.

02/15/2022

Dr. French and staff are always kind, considerate & caring.

02/09/2022

I had a very good experience.

01/28/2022

Very Good with Dr French

01/26/2022

Dr. French is a very good doctor have been seeing him for a number of years.

01/26/2022

Dr. French & nurse (CMT) are the best. I'm very happy & impressed with the level of care I receive.

01/25/2022

Good!!

01/24/2022

Very happy with Dr. French and his team.

01/21/2022

Best visit to date.

01/18/2022

Dr. French spent all time needed to satisfy my concerns -

01/14/2022

Dr. French is exceptional. He always seems honestly concerned about your health. He asks a lot of questions, lets you ask questions, listens to your concerns and makes sure you understand what the path forward is for your health. He's one of the best doctor's I've had. The staff is excellent too!

01/14/2022

All were very professional and through

01/05/2022

Very good. Very satisfied. All concerns were addressed.

12/29/2021

Dr. French & the office staff are very good

12/29/2021

Dr French is wonderful!

12/25/2021

Dr. French listens & explains what he thinks is going on. He setup a referral to see the Cardiologist & provided information concerns & diagnosis.

12/15/2021

I am very pleased with Dr. French I have recommended him to my son and he is seeing Dr. French

12/14/2021

I find Dr. French very thorough and also the support team.

12/03/2021

Very kind and compassionate care provider.

11/30/2021

Visit was all good. No issues that were left open.

11/29/2021

I was concern before I had my visit, that he would be upset with my A1 C score... But he wasn't, only told me to bring it down to 6 or less.

11/18/2021

The receptionist at the front desk is awesome as always, comforting and happy!! The MA that took me back is always so cool, and happy and listens. And of course Dr French is always awesome, listens, understanding, gives ya options or ideas, always takes his time ya never feel rushed. His staff is always the BEST!!! Thanks for everything you all do!!! It never goes unnoticed. Truly appreciated!! Hope you all get this message!!!

11/13/2021

Good.

11/11/2021

French is an excellent physician

11/05/2021

Dr. French is always very caring as well as his staff. He's the best Doctor I ever had and hope I never have to change.

11/05/2021

I was very comfortable with Dr. FrenchI'm very happy he's my new family doctor.

10/29/2021

Excellent !

10/28/2021

I had one other appt. with Dr. French and had the same experience. He doesn't listen, he talked down to me as if I didn't even know what I had been dealing with (the chief reason for my appt.)

10/23/2021

Dr. French is always attentive and professional concerning my visits.

10/20/2021

Dr. French it the best doctor I've ever had.

10/18/2021

I was supose to have a prescription called into the drug store but I still have not recived word that it is ready to be picked up

10/15/2021

This was my first appointment with Dr. French, very pleased with the dr. and all of the staff.

10/07/2021

As always with Dr. French I feel that he does an excellent job to ensure that your medical concerns are address and resolved to the best of his ability. He is one of the best doctors I've had throughout my life. He seems to be truly concerned about your health and resolving any medical issues you have. He is also concerned about your wellness to live a long healthy life.

09/30/2021

Great doctor, and get facility. Thank you for your services

09/28/2021

Dr. French is always attentive and concerned about any issues I raise.

09/24/2021

JUST FINE

09/19/2021

Very friendly and very professional.

09/17/2021

Dr French is caring, courteous and professional. He always listens/hears my concerns and finds answers or options to try. I feel very confident with him as our doctor.

09/17/2021

Very good. Dr was very knowledgeable and proficient.

09/15/2021

Dr French is prompt, attentive, a good listener, and gives solid advice.

09/14/2021

Pleasant greeting, genuine concern with my medical issues

08/26/2021

Always Satisfied

08/24/2021

Good Visit

08/20/2021

Dr French is always caring professional and listens well. He gives good advice and also respects my opinions

08/19/2021

As usual very good.

08/18/2021

The Provider was fully prepared for the medical issues that were discussed.

08/18/2021

Everything went quite fine. It was a routine physical and I had no serious concerns. I just mentioned a couple of minor issues I had had and Dr. French said that they probably weren't too much of a concern (as I had expected).

07/31/2021

It was timely and thorough

07/21/2021

I felt that everyone I had interactions with was very professional and caring

07/20/2021

Great experience with the exception of the wait.

07/20/2021

Best doctor I've had. Excellent listener, very patient with me. Which I appreciate. :)

07/16/2021

Very good. Dr. French is very thorough, competent, and thoughtful.

07/15/2021

I appreciated his concern for my health and he listened to my opinions about I how felt on the issue.

06/30/2021

Every thing went smooth.

06/29/2021

Dr. French is outstanding. He always is very professional, and very caring about your overall health, I never leave his office without feeling better knowing he is correcting the problem.

06/23/2021

very good

06/23/2021

Dr, French was very helpful, compassionate, and knowledgable

06/21/2021

Very pleased w/all concerned. Thank you!

06/20/2021

It was excellent.

06/18/2021

Also, it was excellent.

06/18/2021

always professional

06/16/2021

my first visit, very satisfied with treatment from provider and nurse

06/14/2021

You have my medical records, there isn't any reason to wear a mask in the office if I've been vaccinated.

06/13/2021

this experience makes me never want to come back to this office. I have never in all my life had a doctor make me feel the way I felt here.

06/10/2021

I was very pleased with the provider's.

06/01/2021

very good
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