Overview
John Heckenlively is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Dr. Heckenlively is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinitis Pigmentosa, and X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 66 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials.
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1000 Wall St, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Regents Of The Univ. Of Michigan
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Kellogg Eye Center
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Kellogg Eye Center
Dr. Shahzad Mian serves as Chair and professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Michigan Medical School and has served the department as vice chair for clinical sciences and learning since 2019. He also serves as the ambulatory care clinical chief for the University of Michigan Medical Group (UMMG).Dr. Mian earned his medical degree in 1996 from the Emory University School of Medicine. He then completed a residency at the Wills Eye Hospital of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. From 2000-02, he was a fellow in cornea and refractive surgery at Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He joined the U-M faculty in 2002 as a clinical lecturer in ophthalmology and visual sciences, and he was promoted to associate professor of ophthalmology and visual sciences in 2010.Dr. Mian received the 2007 Anthony Adamis Award for Outstanding Research from the U-M Kellogg Eye Center, the 2007 Leadership Development Program from the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the 2009 Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology.He has served on the board of directors and as a medical director of the Midwest Eye-Banks and currently serves as cornea editor for the Ophthalmic News and Education Network, board member of the Cornea Society, member of the Program Director’s Council and councilor for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Mian is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Mian is board certified in Ophthalmology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John Heckenlively
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Heckenlively?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Heckenlively by calling their office at 734-763-2280. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Heckenlively a top-rated expert for Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Heckenlively is classified as an Elite expert for Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, 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. John Heckenlively specialize in?
While Dr. John Heckenlively is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinitis Pigmentosa. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. John Heckenlively participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John Heckenlively has published 66 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation. You can view a list of Dr. John Heckenlively's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John Heckenlively accept my insurance?
Dr. John Heckenlively accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Oscar. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-763-2280 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Heckenlively isElite. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Heckenlively isElite. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)Dr. Heckenlively isElite. Learn about X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).
- Distinguished
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Heckenlively isDistinguished. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Advanced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Heckenlively isAdvanced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Color BlindnessDr. Heckenlively isAdvanced. Learn about Color Blindness.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Heckenlively isAdvanced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis ImperfectaDr. Heckenlively isAdvanced. Learn about Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta.
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Heckenlively isAdvanced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Experienced
- ChoroideremiaDr. Heckenlively isExperienced. Learn about Choroideremia.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Heckenlively isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Familial Exudative VitreoretinopathyDr. Heckenlively isExperienced. Learn about Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and RetinaDr. Heckenlively isExperienced. Learn about Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Heckenlively isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral LeukodystrophyDr. Heckenlively isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy.

