Overview
Sandra Hearn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at Michigan Medicine. After completing her undergraduate and medical degrees at Harvard University in Boston, she pursued residency training in PM&R through Case Western Reserve University at the MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute in Cleveland. She relocated to Ann Arbor in 2015 and joined Michigan Medicine. She is board certified in PM&R and in Electrodiagnostic Medicine.Dr. Hearn enjoys helping patients and clinicians gain a clearer understanding of nerve and muscle conditions through electrodiagnostic medicine. Her research focuses on electrodiagnostic strategies to evaluate peripheral neurologic conditions. She enjoys teaching nationally with colleagues, building content for continuous certification examinations in electrodiagnostic medicine and serving on the Editorial Board of the journal Muscle & Nerve. In 2021, she received the Surinderjit Singh Young Lectureship Award and a Scientific Impact Award from the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine.Dr. Hearn also has a passion for and commitment to medical education, serving as the PM&R residency program director and Associate Chair of Education & Professional Development. At University of Michigan Medical School, she co-leads the preclinical musculoskeletal curriculum for first year medical students. She is enthusiastic about seeking innovative ways to kindle and guide discovery, enhance mentorship and feedback exchange between faculty and learners, and harness technology to improve clinical and educational efforts. She was recognized with Department of PM&R’s Silver Crutch Teaching Award in 2016 and Michigan Medicine’s Program Director Excellence Award in 2020.
Dr. Hearn is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Brachial Plexopathy, Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy, and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles.
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325 E Eisenhower Pkwy Ste 100, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
2850 S Industrial Hwy Ste 400, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
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Dr. Schmidt attended medical school at Michigan State University, and completed her residency training in PM&R at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center where she also served as chief resident. Dr. Schmidt's clinical responsibilities include outpatient practice focusing on transition into adulthood for pediatric patients with disabilities, cerebral palsy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and other neuromuscular conditions. Dr. Schmidt is highly rated in 49 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dysferlinopathy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).
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Dr. Eckner is the Director of Clinical Research at Michigan NeuroSport. He works with the sports medicine programs at the University of Michigan, Eastern Michigan University, and the USA Hockey National Team Development Program. His primary area of research interest is mild traumatic brain injury in athletes. His research addresses concussion assessment using a simple clinical test of reaction time; the neck’s role in concussion susceptibility and the potential role for neck strengthening as an intervention to reduce an athlete’s concussion risk; concussion biomechanics using body-worn impact sensors; and assessment of the short- and long-term effects of concussion and sport-associated head trauma on an athlete’s neurocognitive health. His current research funding includes a K23 Career Development Award from the National Institutes of Health, as well as research grants from the National Collegiate Athletic Association, US Department of Defense, University of Michigan Injury Center, and Foundation for Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Eckner is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury. Dr. Eckner is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehab.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sandra L. Hearn
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sandra L. Hearn?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sandra L. Hearn by calling their office at 734-936-7175. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sandra L. Hearn a top-rated expert for Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sandra L. Hearn is classified as an Distinguished expert for Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, 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. Sandra L. Hearn specialize in?
While Dr. Sandra L. Hearn is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Brachial Plexopathy, and Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.
Does Dr. Sandra L. Hearn participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sandra L. Hearn has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction. You can view a list of Dr. Sandra L. Hearn's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sandra L. Hearn accept my insurance?
Dr. Sandra L. Hearn accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-936-7175 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Distal Median Nerve DysfunctionDr. Hearn isDistinguished. Learn about Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction.
- Advanced
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Hearn isAdvanced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Hereditary Neuralgic AmyotrophyDr. Hearn isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy.
- Mononeuritis MultiplexDr. Hearn isAdvanced. Learn about Mononeuritis Multiplex.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Hearn isAdvanced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Axillary Nerve DysfunctionDr. Hearn isExperienced. Learn about Axillary Nerve Dysfunction.
- Common Peroneal Nerve DysfunctionDr. Hearn isExperienced. Learn about Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction.
- Femoral Nerve DysfunctionDr. Hearn isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Nerve Dysfunction.
- Foot DropDr. Hearn isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Infantile Axonal NeuropathyDr. Hearn isExperienced. Learn about Infantile Axonal Neuropathy.
- SciaticaDr. Hearn isExperienced. Learn about Sciatica.