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Michael M. Wang, M.D. Ph.D., is an assistant professor of neurology and director of molecular stroke research in the Department of Neurology at the University of Michigan. He also is an assistant professor of molecular and integrative physiology at the U-M and a physician in neurology at the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System.Dr. Wang's research includes laboratory investigations into the molecular basis of stroke and the interaction between stroke, circadian rhythms and disordered sleep. A major interest of the lab is investigating the causes and treatment of CADASIL (Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy), a devastating inherited cause of stroke and vascular dementia. His other interests include studies of the functions of endogenous hormones (estrogen) and differentiation factors on neurons.He received his bachelor's degree, summa cum laude, from Harvard University and earned his medical degree and doctorate in molecular biology and genetics from Johns Hopkins University (JHU) in 1994. In 1998, he completed his neurology residency at JHU; in 2000, he completed a stroke research fellowship with Drs. Richard Traystman and Patricia Hurn. Dr. Wang spent three years on the neurology faculty at JHU before joining the U-M faculty in 2003. During his time at JHU, he also served as a staff neurologist at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, both in Baltimore, Maryland.Dr. Wang was elected to Phi Beta Kappa during his junior year at Harvard and to Alpha Omega Alpha at JHU. While a fellow, he was awarded funding from the National Stroke Association and the American Heart Association, and also received a Burroughs Wellcome Career Award in Biomedical Sciences. His research has been supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2001.He has published his scientific work in Nature, Journal of Neuroscience and Stroke, and has served as a member of national grant review committees of the NIH and the American Heart Association. His bibliography includes more than 20 peer-reviewed publications, seven book chapters, and numerous abstracts and clinical papers. He also is an ad hoc reviewer for the Journal of Cerebral Blood Flow and Metabolism, American Journal of Physiology, Stroke, and Neurology, among others.At the U-M, Dr. Wang is involved in medical student pre-clinical education, resident education and clinical studies conducted by the U-M Brain Injury Group. He is a member of the Stroke Council of the American Heart Association and a member of the Society of Neuroscience.
Dr. Wang is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Dr. Feldman is the director of the NeuroNetwork for Emerging Therapies at Michigan Medicine and the ALS Center of Excellence at Michigan Medicine. The latter includes the Pranger ALS Clinic, one of the top multidisciplinary clinics caring for those suffering from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). She serves as the University of Michigan James W. Albers Distinguished University Professor and the Russell N. DeJong Professor of Neurology at Michigan Medicine. Dr. Feldman is one of the world’s leading authorities on neurodegenerative disease.Dr. Feldman is a compassionate and dedicated physician who cares deeply about her patients. She has been recognized for her clinical excellence by numerous organizations and is annually named as one of the “Best Doctors in America.” Her forward-thinking, collaborative, multidisciplinary approach has transformed how neurodegenerative diseases are diagnosed, treated, and prevented.Dr. Feldman has made significant contributions to biomedical research and clinical care in many critical areas of neurodegenerative disease. She has authored over 530 peer-reviewed publications, 74 book chapters, and 5 books on the pathology, diagnosis, and treatment of neurological diseases. Dr. Feldman has been continuously funded by the NIH since 1989 and is currently the principal or co-investigator of numerous clinical trials and grants. She has received numerous awards and honors throughout her remarkable career, including the University of Michigan’s Early Distinguished Career Award, the Distinguished Faculty Achievement Award, and the Distinguished Alumnus Achievement Award. She was also the first woman in 25 years to receive the Robert S. Schwab Award from the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society. In 2022, Dr. Feldman was awarded the University of Michigan Distinguished Professorship, the highest faculty honor at University of Michigan.Dr. Feldman is actively committed to and involved in professional service. She served as President of the Peripheral Nerve Society from 2007-2009 and President of the American Neurological Association (ANA) from 2011-2013. Dr. Feldman is an elected member of the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) and Association of American Physicians, and a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Dr. Feldman is the Editor of the Contemporary Neurology Series and also serves on a number of editorial boards for leading scientific journals, including The Lancet Neurology, Nature Reviews Neurology, JAMA Neurology and Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry. Dr. Feldman is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Diabetic Neuropathy, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Autonomic Neuropathy.
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Henry L. Paulson, M.D., Ph.D., is the Lucile Groff Professor of Neurology for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders in the Department of Neurology at the University of Michigan. Dr. Paulson joined the U-M faculty in 2007, and he currently directs the Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center (MADC) and co-direct the U-M Protein Folding Diseases Initiative.Dr. Paulson received his medical degree and doctorate in Cell Biology from Yale University in 1990. He then completed a neurology residency and neurogenetics/movement disorders fellowships at the University of Pennsylvania. In 1997, he joined the Neurology faculty at the University of Iowa, where he remained until 2007.Dr. Paulson's research and clinical interests concern the causes and treatment of age-related neurodegenerative diseases, with an emphasis on polyglutamine diseases, Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia. In 1997, his lab described abnormal protein aggregates in the polyglutamine diseases, which now are recognized as a pathological hallmark in this important class of inherited diseases. Using test tube, cell-based and animal models, he has contributed to advances in the understanding of various neurodegenerative diseases. His lab also has helped pioneer the use of gene silencing methods as potential therapy for the many neurological disorders caused by toxic mutant genes.Nationally, Dr. Paulson has directed popular courses at the American Academy of Neurology meetings, serves on the scientific advisory boards of numerous disease-related national organizations, and is past Chair of the Board of Scientific Counselors at the National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke at the National Institutes of Health.Among his awards, Dr. Paulson is an Ellison Medical Foundation New Scholar in Aging, a semifinalist for the W.M. Keck Foundation Young Scholars in Medical Research, and a recipient of the Paul Beeson Physician Faculty Scholar in Aging Award from the American Federation for Aging Research. Dr. Paulson is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
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Vikram Shakkottai is a Neurologist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Shakkottai is highly rated in 72 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 1, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael M. Wang
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Is Dr. Michael M. Wang a top-rated expert for Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael M. Wang is classified as an Advanced expert for Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, 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. Michael M. Wang specialize in?
While Dr. Michael M. Wang is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Michael M. Wang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael M. Wang has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Michael M. Wang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
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Dr. Michael M. Wang accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-287-1082 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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