
Overview
A native of Canton, Michigan, Dr. Denise Zao embarked on her medical career after graduating from Albion College. She continued her education at the University of Michigan, where she completed both medical school and her Internal Medicine residency.Dr. Zao has dedicated her career to outpatient primary care. For a decade, she practiced at Michigan Medicine’s Livonia Health Center before its relocation to Northville Health Center in 2014. Her clinical interest spans chronic care management, complex health issues, and preventive health.Committed to nurturing future medical professionals, Dr. Zao has been a faculty member at the University of Michigan Medical School since 2008, initially with the Family Centered Experience Program and transitioning to the Doctoring Program in 2016. She finds immense satisfaction in educating aspiring physicians.In her personal time, Dr. Zao cherishes moments with her family of four, often through travel and culinary adventures. She also enjoys cheering on the Michigan Wolverines football team and unwinding by knitting, embroidery or peaceful walks through Ann Arbor's natural beauty.
Dr. Zao is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Post-Splenectomy Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
Dr. Zao is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
39901 Traditions Dr, Floor 2, Northville, MI 48168
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Dr. Akin completed his residency in Internal Medicine and PhD at the University of Louisville, and his Allergy/Immunology fellowship at the NIH Clinical Center, where he also worked as a staff physician and researcher. He was then an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan and an Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School, where he established and lead the Mastocytosis Center at the Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. He is internationally recognized for his work on mast cell disorders and anaphylaxis and is an active member of the AAAAI. Dr. Akin is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Mastocytosis, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Anaphylaxis, Urticaria Pigmentosa, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Akin is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Denise H. Zao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Denise H. Zao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Denise H. Zao by calling their office at 734-998-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Denise H. Zao a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Denise H. Zao is classified as an Advanced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Denise H. Zao specialize in?
While Dr. Denise H. Zao is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Post-Splenectomy Syndrome, and Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Denise H. Zao accept my insurance?
Dr. Denise H. Zao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-998-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Zao isAdvanced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Zao isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Zao isAdvanced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- Post-Splenectomy SyndromeDr. Zao isAdvanced. Learn about Post-Splenectomy Syndrome.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Zao isAdvanced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Experienced
- AbetalipoproteinemiaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Abetalipoproteinemia.
- Alopecia AreataDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Alopecia Areata.
- Andermann SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Andermann Syndrome.
- Apo A-I DeficiencyDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Apo A-I Deficiency.
- Autosomal Recessive HypotrichosisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- Brittle Cornea SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Brittle Cornea Syndrome.
- BronchiectasisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Bronchiectasis.
- Burning Mouth SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Burning Mouth Syndrome.
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth DiseaseDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
- Childhood Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Chorea-AcanthocytosisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Chorea-Acanthocytosis.
- Chronic CoughDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- DiarrheaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Down SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Down Syndrome.
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)Dr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).
- Familial HDL DeficiencyDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Familial HDL Deficiency.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Familial HypertriglyceridemiaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.
- Familial HypobetalipoproteinemiaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypobetalipoproteinemia.
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
- Fanconi Bickel SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Fanconi Bickel Syndrome.
- Fanconi SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Fanconi Syndrome.
- Fish-Eye DiseaseDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Fish-Eye Disease.
- Folate DeficiencyDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Folate Deficiency.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- GastroparesisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Gitelman SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Gitelman Syndrome.
- GlossodyniaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Glossodynia.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- GoutDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Gout.
- Hepatitis ADr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis A.
- Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1)
- High CholesterolDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- HypertensionDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- HypolipoproteinemiaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Hypolipoproteinemia.
- HypothyroidismDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Idiopathic HypercalciuriaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Hypercalciuria.
- Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lactose IntoleranceDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Lactose Intolerance.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- Low Sodium LevelDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Low Sodium Level.
- Lysinuric Protein IntoleranceDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Lysinuric Protein Intolerance.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young
- MelorheostosisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Multiple Carboxylase DeficiencyDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.
- Musculocontractural Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (mcEDS)
- NecrosisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- NeuralgiaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID)
- Nonsyndromic Hearing LossDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss.
- ObesityDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- OsteopeniaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Osteopenia.
- OsteoporosisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Primary Immunodeficiency (PID)Dr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Primary Immunodeficiency (PID).
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Schnitzler SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Schnitzler Syndrome.
- SciaticaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Sciatica.
- ScoliosisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Sensorimotor PolyneuropathyDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy.
- Septic ArthritisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Septic Arthritis.
- ShinglesDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Shingles.
- Tangier DiseaseDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Tangier Disease.
- TenosynovitisDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Tomaculous NeuropathyDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Tomaculous Neuropathy.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Urinary IncontinenceDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Incontinence.
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Dr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
- Urinary Tract Infection in Children
- Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS)
- VertigoDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency AnemiaDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Zao isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.
