Overview
James A. Leonard is Clinical Professor and former Chair, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at the University of Michigan Medical School and is formerly the Medical Director of UM Orthotics & Prosthetics Center. He completed his Degree in Medicine UM Medical School and his PM&R Residency at University Hospital. Dr. Leonard is well known for his teaching of residents both medical and orthotics and prosthetics (O&P) and has won several teaching awards. He has served on the board of directors of the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine. In addition he has published many articles and book chapters related to the field of orthotics and prosthetics. Dr. Leonard’s research, as a principal and co-investigator, has focused on advances in the field. He has worked with plastic surgery on bio-interface for advanced prosthetics. Dr. Leonard is one of the PI’s for the America Works one million dollar matching grant that is a collaboration with O&P, UM Engineering and several outside companies to develop materials to be used in 3D printing for AFO’s and potentially other orthotic and prosthetic services.
Dr. Leonard is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Phantom Limb Pain, Brachial Plexopathy, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, and Axillary Nerve Dysfunction.
Dr. Leonard is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehab and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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2850 S Industrial Hwy Ste 400, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James A. Leonard
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James A. Leonard?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James A. Leonard by calling their office at 734-973-2400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James A. Leonard a top-rated expert for Phantom Limb Pain?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James A. Leonard is classified as an Advanced expert for Phantom Limb Pain, 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. James A. Leonard specialize in?
While Dr. James A. Leonard is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Phantom Limb Pain, Brachial Plexopathy, and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.
Does Dr. James A. Leonard participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James A. Leonard has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Phantom Limb Pain. You can view a list of Dr. James A. Leonard's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James A. Leonard accept my insurance?
Dr. James A. Leonard accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-973-2400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Phantom Limb PainDr. Leonard isAdvanced. Learn about Phantom Limb Pain.
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- Acute PainDr. Leonard isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Axillary Nerve DysfunctionDr. Leonard isExperienced. Learn about Axillary Nerve Dysfunction.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Leonard isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Leonard isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.