Shahzad Ihsan Mian, MD
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Dr. Shahzad I. Mian is the chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Michigan Medical School, where he also holds the F. Bruce Fralick Professorship in Ophthalmology, and serves as Director of the W.K. Kellogg Eye Center. Dr. Mian’s leadership extends across clinical operations, faculty development, and education. He has previously served as the Vice Chair for Clinical Sciences and Learning and the Ambulatory Care Clinical Chief for Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences for Michigan Medicine. Dr. Mian earned his medical degree at Emory University School of Medicine in 1996, followed by residency training at the Wills Eye Hospital of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. He completed a prestigious fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at Harvard Medical School’s Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, and joined the U-M faculty in 2002, rising to the rank of professor in 2016.
Renowned for his expertise in cornea and refractive surgery, Dr. Mian’s research centers on advanced corneal transplantation techniques, eye banking, and medical education. His clinical interests include corneal transplantation, cataract and refractive surgery (including LASIK, PRK and ICL), and medical and surgical management of ocular surface diseases such as amniotic membrane grafts, limbal stem cell transplantation, and permanent keratoprostheses. He is also recognized for his care of corneal infections, dystrophies, tumors, and dry eye disease.
Dr. Mian is widely respected as a dedicated educator and mentor, having served as residency program director for 15 years and previously as fellowship director. His commitment to medical education and mentorship has been recognized with numerous honors, including the Anthony Adamis Award for Outstanding Research (U-M Kellogg Eye Center, 2007), the Senior Achievement Award and Secretariat Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (2016, 2024), the Straatsma Award for Resident Education from the Association of University Professors in Ophthalmology (2017), and the Payton Award for Eye Banking from the Eye Bank Association of America (2019).
Dr. Mian directs the Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology Surgical Curriculum for Ophthalmology Residents, serves on the board of directors and as senior medical director of Eversight Eye Bank, chairs the Eye Bank Association of America Medical Advisory Board, is president-elect of the Cornea Society, and president of the Michigan Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons.
Areas of Practice
- Advanced corneal transplantation and keratoplasty techniques
- Eye banking and transplant outcomes
- Clinical studies in refractive surgery
- Ocular surface disease management
- Medical education and surgical curriculum development
Clinical Subspecialty: Cornea, Refractive and Cataract surgery
Expertise
- Cataract Surgery
- Corneal Cross-Linking (Collagen Cross-Linking)
- Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK)
- LASIK Surgery
- Phakic Intraocular Lenses (IOLs) or Implantable Contact Lenses (ICLs)
- Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
- Prosthetic Replacement of the Ocular Surface Ecosystem (PROSE)
- WaveLight LASIK
Locations
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Cornea & Refractive Surgery Clinic | Kellogg Eye Center 1000 Wall St
Elevator B Floor 3
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-1912Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
Residency
Fellowships
Board Certifications
Research Overview
Role of metalloproteinases in corneal infections and neovascularization; clinical studies in refractive surgery techniques and outcomes; corneal infections; dry eye disease
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Patient Comments
October 7, 2025 - "I would recommend Dr. Mian highly. He is thorough, knowledgeable, and personable. He explains complicated medical processes clearly."
September 25, 2025 - "I trust Dr. Mian."
September 5, 2025 - "All the clinical persons and Dr Mian was very thorough in the exam process and Dr Mian was explaining about what the surgery consisted of. I did have questions after and used the Portal for those questions and I got the answer that day. I appreciate that as well."
August 17, 2025 - "Dr Mian was very knowledgeable and helpful. He looked at the eye, one week after [...], and carefully assessed its condition, and determined how it was healing. As everything looked on track, he discussed what I should do, and what I should expect, and what signs I should watch out for, in the month until my next check in."
July 10, 2025 - "Dr.Mian is the best"
July 8, 2025 - "I'm having [...] and I needed to make some decisions as to [...]. Dr Mian took his time explaining my options then said if I changed my mind, just to call office prior to surgery and we could discuss other options."
July 1, 2025 - "This was my first visit with Dr. Mian, he's very thorough and worked it out that I had measurements accomplished and photos of my eyes that same visit so I didn't have to make another appointment and trip [...]"
June 22, 2025 - "Dr Mian is the best doctor and we are lucky to be able to see him!"
May 31, 2025 - "Dr. Mian has been my doctor since [...]. He listens to me and addresses my concerns. I'm in the right place for my eye care."
May 20, 2025 - "Dr.Mian is the very Best!"
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