Emad Abou-Arab, MD
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About
Born and raised in Northwest Ohio to proud Lebanese Immigrants. Received undergraduate degree from the University of Toledo in Respiratory Therapy. Moved to Quito, Ecuador to learn Spanish and received medical degree from the Universidad Internacional del Ecuador. Completed residency training and served as co-chief resident in the Department of Family Medicine at Indiana University Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. Currently serves on Faculty Senate committee on Anti-Racism and on the Advisory Committee for the Advancement of LGBTQ+ Health at Michigan Medicine. Dr. Abou-Arab is fluent in Spanish and Arabic.
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Family Medicine Clinic | Briarwood Family Medicine 1801 Briarwood Cir
Briarwood Building 10
Ann Arbor, MI 48108-3347Get Directions
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University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
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February 20, 2026 - "Dr. Abou-Arab was great as always!!!!!"
January 27, 2026 - "Dr Abou-Arab is a very good physician. He listens carefully to my concerns and offers appropriate recommendations and varying options for my healthcare issues. He is respectful and builds confidence in me as his patient. I could not be more pleased with him as my PCP."
January 18, 2026 - "Dr. Abou-Arab takes the time necessary to understand the concerns and time to explain treatment. I do not feel rushed."
December 16, 2025 - "Dr. Abou-Arab is a role model to all doctors. He embodies what doctors should be-caring, patient, reassuring, exceptional listener."
October 28, 2025 - "It was a great visit! Dr. Abou-Arab is amazing, probably the best first visit I've ever had with an MD."
October 21, 2025 - "Dr Abou-Arab has a terrific demeanor putting you at ease. Knowledgeable, capable, flexible and caring. Best doctor I ever had."
October 21, 2025 - "Dr. Abou-Arab is an exceptional physician and an even better human being! He is by far my favorite doctor. He genuinely cares about his patients and is incredibly knowledgeable about their health and well-being. I was so impressed that I encouraged my husband to become his patient, and soon my son will be as well. He is truly a gem - U of M is so lucky to have him as a provider. I'm deeply grateful for the outstanding care he provides to me and my family."
August 1, 2025 - "Dr. Abou-Arab explained my medical situation concisely and in an easy way to understand. He also listened to my concerns and addressed them."
July 27, 2025 - "Dr Abou-Arab spent a good deal of time with me and we discussed a number of items that were very helpful."
July 23, 2025 - "Dr. Abou-Arab is not my normal physician, but was suggested when I needed a fast visit. He was excellent in engagement, listening especially because I have a complicated history of [...] issues that contribute to why I was there. He listened and took it all into consideration, which I really appreciate."
