Overview
Dr. Mihlstin is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist. A native Michigander she was born in Royal Oak, Michigan, and raised in Lapeer, Michigan. She completed her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering at Michigan Technological University in Houghton, MI. She completed medical school at the Wayne State University School of Medicine, an internship at Sinai Grace Hospital, and her ophthalmology residency at Kresge Eye Institute all in Detroit, Michigan.
Dr. Mihlstin has been serving the community of Saginaw and surrounding areas since 2019. She is very passionate about her community, preserving vision and focusing on providing the highest quality of care for her patients. Her exceptional training and extensive experience have made her a highly skilled surgeon, specializing in the latest techniques in cataract surgery, advanced technology lenses, eyelid corrective procedures, and micro-invasive glaucoma surgery.
Dr. Mihlstin is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Anterior Segment and Cataract Refractive Surgery, the Michigan Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, the Young Professionals Network at the Saginaw Chamber of Commerce, and the Saginaw County Medical Society.
In her free time, Dr. Mihlstin enjoys spending time with family and friends, enjoying the outdoors, raising her four children (Abigail, Barrett, Maverick, and Amelia) and sharing a passion for aviation with her husband.
Dr. Mihlstin is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Cataract, and Cataract Removal.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
5310 Hampton Pl, 1, Saginaw, MI 48604
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Mihlstin has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melanie Mihlstin
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melanie Mihlstin?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melanie Mihlstin by calling their office at 989-321-2655. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melanie Mihlstin a top-rated expert for Diabetic Retinopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melanie Mihlstin is classified as an Advanced expert for Diabetic Retinopathy, 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. Melanie Mihlstin specialize in?
While Dr. Melanie Mihlstin is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Melanie Mihlstin participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melanie Mihlstin has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Melanie Mihlstin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melanie Mihlstin accept my insurance?
Dr. Melanie Mihlstin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 989-321-2655 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- CataractDr. Mihlstin isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Mihlstin isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Mihlstin isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Mihlstin isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Mihlstin isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Experienced
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Mihlstin isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AmblyopiaDr. Mihlstin isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- BlepharitisDr. Mihlstin isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Mihlstin isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Mihlstin isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Mihlstin isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.