Overview
Vinay Aakalu is an Ophthalmologist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Aakalu is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Blocked Tear Duct, and Graves Disease.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 90 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- POS
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
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Locations
1000 Wall St, Elevator B Floor 3, 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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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 43 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu by calling their office at 734-764-5106. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu a top-rated expert for Ptosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu is classified as an Elite expert for Ptosis, 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. Vinay K. Aakalu specialize in?
While Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, and Blocked Tear Duct. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu has published 90 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ptosis. You can view a list of Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu accept my insurance?
Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-764-5106 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
- PtosisDr. Aakalu isElite. Learn about Ptosis.
- Distinguished
- Blocked Tear DuctDr. Aakalu isDistinguished. Learn about Blocked Tear Duct.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Aakalu isDistinguished. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Advanced
- DacryoadenitisDr. Aakalu isAdvanced. Learn about Dacryoadenitis.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Aakalu isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EctropionDr. Aakalu isAdvanced. Learn about Ectropion.
- EntropionDr. Aakalu isAdvanced. Learn about Entropion.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Aakalu isAdvanced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Orbital CellulitisDr. Aakalu isAdvanced. Learn about Orbital Cellulitis.
- Experienced
- AmblyopiaDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Anophthalmia Plus SyndromeDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- BlepharitisDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Brown SyndromeDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.