
Overview
Simpa S. Salami, M.D., M.P.H. is a fellowship-trained, board-certified Urologic Oncologist and Associate Professor of Urology at the University of Michigan. He obtained his medical degree from the College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Thereafter, he completed a Master of Public Health program at Harvard University, General Surgery Internship at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Urology Residency at Hofstra Northwell Health School of Medicine in New York, and Urologic Oncology Fellowship at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Salami’s clinical expertise is in the minimally invasive surgical treatment of prostate and kidney cancer. As a translational surgeon-scientist, his laboratory focuses on developing novel cancer biomarkers to overcome tumor heterogeneity and multifocality as well as elucidate optimal paradigms for early detection of urologic cancers, risk stratification, prognostication, and prediction of treatment response. Dr. Salami’s lab collaborates with investigators all over the world to understand the molecular underpinnings of urologic cancer and associated disparities. Dr. Salami is a recipient of several awards including the: Harvard University Presidential Scholar, Prostate Cancer Foundation Young Investigator, American Urological Association (AUA) Urology Care Foundation (UCF) Research Scholar, AUA UCF Rising Stars in Urologic Research, Harold Amos Medical Faculty Development Fellowship, Rogel Cancer Center Scholar, Society of Urologic Oncology Young Investigator, NCI R37 MERIT and 2024 AUA Gold Cystoscope Awards. Most recently, he was named an inaugural Biden White House Cancer Moonshot Scholar. He has served on several National guideline committees, such as the AUA Prostate Cancer Early Detection Guidelines, the NCCN Prostate Cancer Early Detection Guidelines, and the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Imaging PSMA PET Appropriate Use Criteria Working Group. His research is supported by multiple sources and includes funding from the Department of Defense, National Cancer Institute, and the Prostate Cancer Foundation.
Dr. Salami is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Familial Prostate Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Prostatectomy.
Dr. Salami is board certified in Urology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 102 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Salami is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 2 Reception C, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Salami 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
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Taubman Center
Dr. Dauw received his medical degree from Loyola University in Chicago graduating Magna Cum Laude. He then completed a urology residency at The University of Michigan. Following this, he pursued subspecialty training in endourology with Dr. James Lingeman at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. His primary clinical interests include the medical and surgical management of kidney stones, in particular, endourological management of complex renal calculi. He is also one of few U.S. providers with expertise in holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP), a state-of-the-art, minimally invasive surgical treatment for men with an enlarged prostate. His research interests focus on improving the quality of care for patients with kidney stones as well as understanding outcomes associated with commonly performed endourological surgeries. Dr. Dauw is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Perirenal Abscess, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Ureteroscopy, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Dauw is board certified in Urology. Dr. Dauw is currently accepting new patients.
Rogel Cancer Center
Dr. Jeffery Montgomery's clinical interests include the diagnosis and management of bladder, prostate, and penile and testicular cancers. With his advanced training in urologic oncology and minimally invasive surgical techniques, such as robotic, laparoscopic and complex open surgery, he is able to deliver state-of-the-art care to his patients. He has expertise in state-of-the-art diagnostics for prostate cancer, including prostate MRI, fusion prostate biopsy, and transperineal standard and fusion prostate biopsies. He has extensive experience performing advanced robotic surgery, including prostatectomy, cystectomy with intra-corporeal urinary diversions, and inguinal lymph node dissections. Dr. Montgomery's research focuses on improving the quality and efficiency of urologic oncology disease management. Dr. Montgomery is a Michigan native and earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan. He then went on to complete his medical education at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York before finishing his Urology residency at the University of Michigan. He completed his urologic oncology fellowship at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Montgomery is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Penile Cancer, Cystectomy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Montgomery is board certified in Urology. Dr. Montgomery is currently accepting new patients.
Urology Clinic
I came to the University of Michigan as a Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar in 1997, following the completion of my urologic training at Cornell University-New York Hospital. During the fellowship, I also obtained a Masters degree in Clinical Research Design and Statistical Analysis from the University of Michigan School of Public Health. Even more importantly, I was inspired by my mentors including Rodney Hayward and James Montie to train others to conduct high quality research. I then stayed on to join the University of Michigan faculty as an Assistant Professor in 1999. In 2004, I was promoted to Associate Professor, and in 2009, I was promoted to Professor of Urology. Dr. Wei is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Incontinence, Prostatectomy, and Cystectomy. Dr. Wei is board certified in Urology. Dr. Wei is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Simpa S. Salami
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Simpa S. Salami?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Simpa S. Salami by calling their office at 734-936-7030. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Simpa S. Salami a top-rated expert for Prostate Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Simpa S. Salami is classified as an Elite expert for Prostate Cancer, 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. Simpa S. Salami specialize in?
While Dr. Simpa S. Salami is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), and Familial Prostate Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.
Does Dr. Simpa S. Salami participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Simpa S. Salami has published 102 articles and abstracts on conditions like Prostate Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Simpa S. Salami's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Simpa S. Salami accept my insurance?
Dr. Simpa S. Salami accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-936-7030 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Prostate CancerDr. Salami isElite. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)Dr. Salami isElite. Learn about Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).
- Distinguished
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Salami isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Familial Wilms Tumor 2Dr. Salami isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Wilms Tumor 2.
- UreteroceleDr. Salami isDistinguished. Learn about Ureterocele.
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- Bladder CancerDr. Salami isAdvanced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.
- Chromophobe Renal Cell CarcinomaDr. Salami isAdvanced. Learn about Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.
- Clear Cell SarcomaDr. Salami isAdvanced. Learn about Clear Cell Sarcoma.
- NephrectomyDr. Salami isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrectomy.
- ProstatectomyDr. Salami isAdvanced. Learn about Prostatectomy.
- Wilms TumorDr. Salami isAdvanced. Learn about Wilms Tumor.
- WT1-Related Wilms Tumor SyndromesDr. Salami isAdvanced. Learn about WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.
- Experienced
- Bilateral HydronephrosisDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Bilateral Hydronephrosis.
- EmpyemaDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.
- EndoscopyDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- HydronephrosisDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Hydronephrosis.
- Intussusception in ChildrenDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Intussusception in Children.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Obstructive UropathyDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Obstructive Uropathy.
- OrchiectomyDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Orchiectomy.
- Penile CancerDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Penile Cancer.
- Reconstructive Urology SurgeryDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Reconstructive Urology Surgery.
- Renal OncocytomaDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Renal Oncocytoma.
- Retroperitoneal FibrosisDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Fibrosis.
- Stress Urinary IncontinenceDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Stress Urinary Incontinence.
- UPJ ObstructionDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about UPJ Obstruction.
- Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC)Dr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC).
- UreteroscopyDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Urinary IncontinenceDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Incontinence.
- Urothelial CancerDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Urothelial Cancer.
- VasectomyDr. Salami isExperienced. Learn about Vasectomy.


