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Thomas Olinger, MD

Thomas Olinger, MD

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Speaks

Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(810) 494-6830
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(810) 494-6830

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery - Schoolcraft

19000 St Joe's Pkwy
Ste 310
Livonia , MI 48152

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery - Schoolcraft

About

Tom Olinger, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and completed his plastic surgery residency at Michigan Medicine. Dr. Olinger earned his Bachelor of Science in Biological Engineering from the University of Georgia. He has clinical interests in reconstruction following trauma or cancer removal, Mohs reconstruction, peripheral nerve surgery, wound care and reconstruction, skin cancer removal and reconstruction, cosmetic surgery, body contouring, breast reconstruction, reduction and lift, and implant complications. Dr. Olinger is also certified in hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

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)
  • 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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Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
University of Michigan-Michigan Medicine

Medical School:
Medical College Of Georgia

Board Certifications

American Board of Plastic Surgery

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

(103 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.

52 Reviews

09/07/2024

The doctor was patient, affable and very professional. All in all a great experience!

08/27/2024

Dr. Olinger was very pleasant and listened intently to my physical concern. He explained my situation and what the procedure would be and how to prepare for it. Both of my experiences at the office were pleasant. Thank you All for your help and care!

07/09/2024

Pleasant and professional

06/18/2024

I felt the safety at this appointment

05/22/2024

Confident easy to talk to. I have had great results. When he could not do a skin rearrangement, his solution was Collagen to fill the area and it took care of the defect. Thank you for taking great care of me.

05/21/2024

Sometimes I feel that I don't ask the right questions. Perhaps give answers to questions that I should be asking. Does that make sense?.

03/01/2024

Dr Olinger was very good about explaining & educating us throughout our whole experience in a way we could understand. He was caring & took time with us throughout our experience.

02/28/2024

All were so kind & caring. We had a long recovery & they were so good to us. It was so appreciated.

01/22/2024

...confident w Dr. Orlinger鈥檚 expertise.

10/25/2023

Pleasant. Nice.

10/05/2023

I wish they were closer as I drive almost an hour to see him. However, his expertise makes it worth it!

10/02/2023

I almost passed out when he was describing the procedures to me. I'm very queasy about this kind of stuff. He was so polite about it.

09/28/2023

He's very easy to talk to and answered my questions thoroughly.

09/26/2023

I have issues with an infection that has never went away and was put on the back burner. I never got an answer as to what was wrong.

09/15/2023

Dr. Orlinger and his staff treated me with compassion. They did not make me feel rushed and made sure to answer all my questions.

08/03/2023

Dr. Olinger is very knowledgeable but took the time to make sure I understand everything that will happen in surgery. I really appreciate that.

06/21/2023

Dr. Olinger answered all our question and made us feel very comfortable.

06/07/2023

Appreciate it.

04/26/2023

I still have two more Basal areas but need to finish healing from the last one and then need to coordinate for the Mohs surgery. Just need patience.

04/25/2023

As stated before, the doctor was very knowledgeable and took his time with me to explain everything

04/21/2023

I was able to get an appointment in a reasonable time frame

04/06/2023

I was very impressed with my Doctor, and felt that he would make every effort to do whatever is best for my situation.

03/31/2023

Dr. Olinger explained the particular nose plastic surgery I was exploring in great detail that allowed me to make an informed decision on next steps for my nose surgery.

02/12/2023

Dr. Olinger is excellent and one of the best I have ever had. I would not hesitate to contact him and use him again. One of the best!

07/05/2022

He was polite & professional.

04/29/2022

Great experience

04/28/2022

Dr Olinger listens to my concerns and repeats them back to make sure we're on the same page. He is always up to date on my medical history. A very considerate and empathetic doctor who did a great job on my diep flap reconstruction.

04/26/2022

Very professional. Talked clearly & to the point.

04/11/2022

Dr. Olinger was very professional, easy to talk to and very informative.

02/24/2022

Dr. Olinger has been wonderful to talk with as I prepare for surgery. He explains everything in a very understandable way and is very straightforward. Time spent with me is more than other doctors and is never rushed. I am expecting a great outcome from surgery and very comfortable with my choice of doctor

02/07/2022

I've seen him multiple times... overall very cool, level headed doctor.

02/07/2022

Very professional very good result.

02/01/2022

Very professional - Very knowledgeable great bedside manner.

01/04/2022

Very nice - Explained everything in detail to us.

12/29/2021

He was extremely polite, informative and honest with what to expect. He listened and paused for me to think about what was being explained. I didn't feel rushed and I appreciated that!

12/28/2021

He came into his office right from surgery to make sure I got the care I needed on the day I needed it. I could not ask for a more kind or knowledgeable person to take care of me.

12/24/2021

*Dr. Olinger was great. He was not able to complete what I wanted. But he pointed me in the right direction.

12/21/2021

Mostly, positive.

12/12/2021

I was a new patient. I like this physician very much. He listened to me and my concerns. He explained everything I needed to know. I would recommend him to people looking for a physician.

12/07/2021

Excellent care.

11/04/2021

*Dr. Olinger was super nice, and he knew details of my record. He didn't seem rushed and explained the upcoming procedure very well.

11/02/2021

Routine visit preliminary to surgery.

10/14/2021

Professional.

10/13/2021

Dr. Olinger was very informative and professional. He displayed a respectful, caring, empathetic demeanor.

10/01/2021

DO Olinger met my expectations.

09/24/2021

Direct & clear information.

09/15/2021

Dr. Olinger was very thorough and respectful!

08/26/2021

Staff and dr. were very professional, friendly & courteous.

08/17/2021

He met all of my needs for patient care.

08/11/2021

Very impressed with this physician. Needed explanation for plastic surgery after Moh's surgery.

08/04/2021

Very good visit, Dr. O was prepared, professional, and kind. He was very informative and had a confident demeanor.

07/30/2021

The provider was welcoming and spent time on my concerns.
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