
Overview
Dr. Aakalu serves as chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences and is an ophthalmologist and oculofacial plastic surgeon. He completed his undergraduate training at Johns Hopkins University and earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He subsequently completed residency and fellowship training at University of Illinois Chicago, where he later held multiple leadership roles. He went on to serve as section leader and medical director of Eye Plastics, Orbital, and Facial Cosmetic Surgery at the University of Michigan.Dr. Aakalu’s clinical interests include functional and aesthetic eyelid and facial surgery, thyroid eye disease, orbital and periorbital neoplastic conditions, and lacrimal surgery.An internationally recognized clinician-scientist, Dr. Aakalu has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and has received funding from the NIH, Department of Defense, and the VA. His research focuses on ocular surface disease and translational therapeutics for rare conditions such as Niemann-Pick disease type C. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and a Gold Fellow of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. He has also contributed extensively to national organizations, including service with the American Board of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Dr. Aakalu is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Blocked Tear Duct, and Graves Disease.
Dr. Aakalu is board certified in Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 93 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Aakalu is currently accepting new patients.
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1000 Wall St, Elevator B Floor 3, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
925 N. 87th St., Milwaukee, WI 53226
Clinical Research
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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 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Mian is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Mian is currently accepting new patients.
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 Plastic Surgery, 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 Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vinay K. Aakalu has published 93 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
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- 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.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Aakalu isDistinguished. Learn about Graves Disease.
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- 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.
- Orbital CellulitisDr. Aakalu isAdvanced. Learn about Orbital Cellulitis.
- Periorbital CellulitisDr. Aakalu isAdvanced. Learn about Periorbital Cellulitis.
- Thyroid Eye DiseaseDr. Aakalu isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Eye Disease.
- Experienced
- AmblyopiaDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Anophthalmia Plus SyndromeDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome.
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- 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.
- ChalazionDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- ChemosisDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Chemosis.
- Cicatricial PemphigoidDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Cicatricial Pemphigoid.
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)Dr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).
- Erythema MultiformeDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Erythema Multiforme.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Giant Papillary ConjunctivitisDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis.
- Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis
- Horner SyndromeDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Horner Syndrome.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Isolated Duane Retraction SyndromeDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Isolated Duane Retraction Syndrome.
- MeibomianitisDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- MelanomaDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Melanoma of the EyeDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma of the Eye.
- Necrotizing FasciitisDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Fasciitis.
- Neurotrophic KeratitisDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Neurotrophic Keratitis.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- Progressive External OphthalmoplegiaDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Stevens-Johnson SyndromeDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.
- StrabismusDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Strabismus.
- Wolf-Hirschhorn SyndromeDr. Aakalu isExperienced. Learn about Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome.

