Zvi Aryeh Kresch, MD
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Dr. Zvi Kresch is a Michigan-native and obtained a BA in World Religions from the University of Michigan. Prior to medical school, he spent 13 months working in Ethiopia with the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee. Dr. Kresch served as the assistant director of a primary care clinic, taught English at a local college to girls from the very rural parts of Ethiopia, and volunteered at Mother Teresa’s Mission for the Destitute and Dying.
Dr. Kresch attended Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. He completed a transitional year at Oakwood Hospital before moving to West Virginia for his ophthalmology residency. After residency, Dr. Kresch undertook a uveitis and ocular immunology fellowship at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. Following this, Dr. Kresch and his wife spent a year working abroad with the Himalayan Cataract Project (www.cureblindness.org) in Nepal, India, Ghana and Ethiopia. During that year, Dr. Kresch worked with local ophthalmologists on clinical management and surgical techniques. It was there that he gained extensive exposure to manual small incision cataract surgery (MSICS) and performed hundreds of these surgeries. In 2014, Dr. Kresch and his wife moved to Ann Arbor to join the Kellogg Eye Center. Dr. Kresch has continued his strong interest in education by supervising ophthalmology residents in clinic and surgery. He also continues his international work, having recently made trips to Ethiopia and Peru to train local ophthalmic surgeons.
Dr. Kresch loves exploring the great State of Michigan with his wife and family. He also enjoys playing chess and harmonica and making his own fermented foods.
Areas of Practice
Uveitis and ocular inflammatory diseases, cataract surgery including mature/advanced cases, manual small incision cataract surgery, secondary intraocular lens implantation, management of glaucoma and diabetic eye disease
Expertise
Locations
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Ophthalmology Clinic | West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza 380 Parkland Plaza Ste 210
Floor 2
Ann Arbor, MI 48103-6201Get Directions -
Comprehensive Ophthalmology & Cataract Surgery Clinic | Kellogg Eye Center 1000 Wall St
Floor 1
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-1912Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
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Patient Ratings
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Patient Comments
January 10, 2026 - "Dr. Kresch is a great doctor [...]"
November 17, 2025 - "I was highly anxious about being "awake" for the procedure. Dr. Kresch heard my concerns and ensured that I would be at ease during the procedure."
November 5, 2025 - "Dr. Kresch did not appear interested in talking with me about migraines. My doctor referred me to the ophthalmologist to make sure my eyes were ok and Dr. Kresch seemed annoyed that I was there. [...] I wish he was more compassionate in his conversation [...]."
October 24, 2025 - "Dr. Kresch came highly recommend and did not disappoint!"
October 17, 2025 - "Dr. Kresch did my [...] several years ago and has always been very, very thorough."
September 27, 2025 - "This doctor is an exceptional person and professional. Michigan Medicine Eye Care Center is so lucky to have Dr. Kresch on board. He has been so professional and courteous to both me and my mom during our visits. I wish all of my doctors were like him. Wonderful man !!"
September 19, 2025 - "Dr Kresch is always very thoughtful and listens to any questions that I might have. Very kind soul."
August 29, 2025 - "Dr Kresch always listens carefully and provides clear explanations. I am very fortunate to have him as my physician. I have great confidence in him."
April 9, 2025 - "[...] My wife and I have been under the care of Dr Kresch for the last [...] years and have always felt that we received the BEST CARE AVAILABLE anywhere!"
April 4, 2025 - "I HAVE recommended Dr Kresch to a friend with eye problems. I have seen Dr Kresch a number of times over the years for eye issues and I hold him in the very highest of regards. If I do need [...], I will do everything I can to get Dr Kresch to perform the procedure. I trust him without reservation."
