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John Silva, DO

John Silva, DO

Family Medicine



4.9 out of 5
 419 Reviews
 87 Patient Comments

Education

Medical Education
Michigan State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency
Fairfield Medical Center - Family Medicine Residency

Board Certification

American Osteopathic Board of Family Medicine
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Covenant Medical Group
Primary Care Saginaw Center Road

3400 N. Center, Suite 300
Saginaw, MI 48603(989) 583-5574(989) 583-1830

419 Patient Reviews

The Patient Experience Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey. These comments and ratings are a reflection of individual patient experiences in either the clinic or virtual visit setting. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Covenant HealthCare.

Overall Rating 4.9 out of 5
Discusses Treatment Options 4.9 out of 5
Provider Showed Concern 4.9 out of 5
Explained Things Clearly 4.9 out of 5
Included Patient in Decisions 4.9 out of 5
Likelihood to Recommend Provider 4.9 out of 5

Patient Comments

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  • (3.8 out of 5) Reviewed on August 25, 2026
    I'm always neutral on recommendations

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on August 23, 2026
    My visits with Dr. Silva are outstanding!

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on August 21, 2026
    Dr. Silva is the best.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on August 20, 2026
    Very good experience. He listens and explains is kind and understanding

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on August 19, 2026
    Very good

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on August 17, 2026
    This was my first visit with Dr. Silva. He introduced himself to me and could not have been kinder.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on August 12, 2026
    Like dr.Silva good DOCTOR

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on August 05, 2026
    Love Dr Silva! He is always willing to stop and listen to any concerns. I always feel like I am the most important person during the visit.

  • (4 out of 5) Reviewed on August 02, 2026
    The visit was quick. Doctor Siliva was friendly.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on July 31, 2026
    Good

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on July 30, 2026
    John Silva really enjoyed first appointment!!

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on July 29, 2026
    Always have a great experience with dr Silva, he is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. He's never in a rush and always takes time to talk and explain things. Very grateful for him and his staff and nurses!

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on July 26, 2026
    Good

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on July 26, 2026
    Dr Silva is a great communicator

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on July 26, 2026
    Dr.Silva very nice and concerned with his patient

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on July 15, 2026
    Time with th Doctor was good

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on July 15, 2026
    Dr Siva is amazing

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on June 29, 2026
    I enjoy getting to see the same doctor over many years.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on June 27, 2026
    Concerned and considerate!

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on June 24, 2026
    He was very thorough and listen to all of my concerns

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on June 24, 2026
    Dr. Silva was amazing. Very caring Dr.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on June 20, 2026
    Dr. Silva is always very thorough and has excellent bedside manner. Never talks down to you, and always has time to hear what you have to say. I appreciate this greatly.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on June 17, 2026
    Dr Silva always listens my care and seems engaged with all my questions and concerns.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on June 12, 2026
    I like my doctor he's very kind and very knowledgeable about any situation

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on June 06, 2026
    Thoroughly enjoyed my visit for my annual physical

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on June 06, 2026
    Dr Silva is caring, empathetic, thorough, knowledgeable, very efficient and listens to his patients. I really, really like him. He is a blessing.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on June 05, 2026
    Love my provider, treats me like a real person and not like a nobody.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on May 17, 2026
    Love Dr. Silva!

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on May 14, 2026
    Dr Silva is excellent! Always listens, then thoroughly explains all information

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on May 08, 2026
    Good

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on April 30, 2026
    The most important issue is to listen to the patient. Dr Silva gets high marks and hope all young doctors at Covenant follow his example.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on April 26, 2026
    Dr. Silva is always patient and concerned. I never feel rushed.

  • (4.2 out of 5) Reviewed on April 19, 2026
    Seemed as if doctor is on time restraints and as the exam goes on we all become clock watchers and feel rushed.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on April 18, 2026
    I love my Doctor Silva

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on April 17, 2026
    Dr Silva reviewed my medical records before seeing me. We had an open, candid discussion that involved me with decision making and review of records.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on April 04, 2026
    Great doctor

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on April 01, 2026
    Out of all of my decades of being treated by a primary care physician, Dr. Silva has been the best that I could ever ask for. Dr. Silva motivates me to want to do better when taking care of my health. Dr. Silva explains everything in terms which I can understand and gives me adequate advise to make good choices for my personal health. The doctor also encourages me when he notices that I am doing a good job at implementing his care plan for me.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on March 28, 2026
    Dr. Silva is caring, communicates very well and is very personable. He makes a patient feel like they are his only patient and he is focused on their own personal health care.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on March 12, 2026
    Dr. Silva is awesome.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on March 08, 2026
    Dr. Silva is kind attentive and gives great advice.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on March 04, 2026
    Love Dr. Silva

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on March 04, 2026
    Appreciated that the Doctor was attentive to my health history and will want to focus more on treatments of prior conditions.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on February 24, 2026
    I have only had one visit with Dr. Silva but he has been very easy to connect with and I feel comfortable. He listens patiently and really seems to care about the individual.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on February 22, 2026
    Dr Silva was amazing. He was thoughtful and inclusive with all of his thoughts and treatment plans.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on February 20, 2026
    Excellent

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on February 12, 2026
    Good

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on February 11, 2026
    Dr. Silva was knowledgeable, insightful, and congenial. Totally professional in the best sense of the word.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on February 10, 2026
    He talked through my condition with a medical student

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on February 09, 2026
    I have already referred my daughter-in-law to Dr. Silva

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on February 07, 2026
    Love Dr. Silva

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on February 05, 2026
    Dr Silva does an excellent job of addressing me concerns and explaining the treatment we agree on.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on February 05, 2026
    Very friendly and caring staff

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 31, 2026
    Dr Silva is very attentive

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 31, 2026
    Dr. Silva addressed all of my issues and sat down with me and discussed my options in caring for them. He was not rushed and I could tell he really cared about my problems.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 30, 2026
    Dr Silva is fantastic. Always has time to discuss any concerns or questions I may have. Very caring, trustworthy and genuine.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 29, 2026
    Dr. Silva is great, would recommend him to anyone

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 23, 2026
    I have told friends about Dr. Silva and I know of two that now see Dr. Silva for their care.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 23, 2026
    Dr Silva is a physician who is knowledgeable caring and empathetic.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 20, 2026
    All good.

  • (4.2 out of 5) Reviewed on January 18, 2026
    I don't want him to have any more patients or it will be impossible to get in to see him.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 16, 2026
    I had no bad experiences

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 14, 2026
    Dr Silva is a kind, knowledgeable person who truly cares about his patients. I trust my healthcare to him.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 08, 2026
    I would highly recommend Dr. Silva

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on January 07, 2026
    Good

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on December 11, 2025
    Dr. Silva is the best, he always listens and truly cares about his patients

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on December 10, 2025
    Good

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on December 04, 2025
    My experience with doctors, silva and his office staff has been nothing short of top notch they are always efficient and on their game...

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on November 28, 2025
    My exerperience with Dr. Silva is always excellent!

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on November 21, 2025
    Dr. Silva and his staff are great.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on November 16, 2025
    Love Dr. Silva. Best provider I ever had!

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on November 15, 2025
    Dr Silva never appears rushed, is personable and appears to genuinely care about my health

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on November 12, 2025
    Doctor very good.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on November 10, 2025
    I feel confident, comfortable in communicating my concerns and issues during my visit with Dr.appt.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on November 09, 2025
    Good

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on November 07, 2025
    Dr. Silva has a way of making even me comfortable enough to talk about my issues and that's unheard of.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on October 29, 2025
    My provider was easy to talk too and showed great concern with my issues.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on October 27, 2025
    Love Dr Silva

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on October 16, 2025
    Dr Silva is a knowledgeable man and very active listener.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on October 09, 2025
    Dr Silva is one of the most caring Doctors I have ever met!

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on October 08, 2025
    Dr Silva is excellent, he listens great

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on October 05, 2025
    Good

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on October 02, 2025
    Great experience.

  • (4.4 out of 5) Reviewed on September 29, 2025
    He is knowledgable,personable, and efficient.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on September 27, 2025
    Dr Silva has always tried to explain any issues or concerns as plainly and as easy as possible. He is very empathetic to my concerns and does not try to rush appointments.

  • (3 out of 5) Reviewed on September 27, 2025
    Dr. Silva is a good doctor, but he is always in such a hurry it's hard to talk to him about my health issues.

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on September 15, 2025
    Very methodical and thoughtful of the patient

  • (5 out of 5) Reviewed on September 04, 2025
    Dr. Silva and staff, very helpful and pleasant