Michael Scott Sabel, MD
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Michael S. Sabel, MD, FACS is the William W. Coon Collegiate Professor of Surgical Oncology in the Department of Surgery at Michigan Medicine. He completed his undergraduate training at Pennsylvania State University and obtained his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. His general surgery residency was performed at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Lukes Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Sabel completed an NIH-T32 research fellowship in tumor immunology and a surgical oncology fellowship at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Sabel joined the University of Michigan faculty in 2001. He has been listed in Best Doctors in America in Surgical Oncology every year since 2007 and has named as one of the U.S. News and World Report Top Doctors in Surgery since 2011.
Clinical Specialization:
Dr. Sabels clinical interests are in the area of surgical oncology, with special expertise in breast cancer and melanoma.
Areas of Practice
Surgical Oncology, Breast Cancer, Melanoma
Expertise
Locations
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Breast Care Clinic | Brighton Center for Specialty Care 7500 Challis Rd
Entrance 1, Level 1
Brighton, MI 48116-9416Get Directions -
Surgical Oncology Clinic | Rogel Cancer Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor 1
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5916Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
Residency
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Research Overview
Dr. Sabel's research interests focus on the immune response to cancer cell death, particularly after cryoablation (freezing) of cancer, and he is an internationally recognized expert in the field of cryo-immunology. He has several clinical trials examining cryoablation of breast cancer as well. Dr. Sabel is also focused on the identification of prognostic and predictive markers in oncology, using both serum proteomic and tissue microarray approaches, to help guide surgical and adjuvant therapy. Additionally, Dr. Sabel is interested in the use of mobile technologies to improve patient-physician communication and improve outcomes. He is the creator of two present apps; UMSkinCheck for self skin exam and early melanoma detection, and BreastCancerAlly, a mobile patient navigator app for patients with breast cancer, with several more in development.
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Patient Comments
October 24, 2025 - "DOCTOR SABEL was excellent in his approach and explanations."
October 22, 2025 - "Dr Sabel took the time to talk and explain everything with my husband and myself. Even mentioned studies and research articles I later looked up."
October 2, 2025 - "Dr. Sabel - best doc ever."
July 25, 2025 - "Dr Sabel patiently answers questions with clarity"
July 18, 2025 - "I was very impressed with the way Dr. Sabel explained everything to me in detail about my options and what to expect in the future. I would highly recommend him to other patients."
July 14, 2025 - "Dr SABEL was GREAT. Once I had my consultation appointment with him, he relived my anxiety by 90%!! I can't say enough about the positive impact my discussion with my diagnosis had on me. [...] I feel extremely confident under his care and so happy he will be performing the surgery. I'm a grateful woman."
July 10, 2025 - "Was very pleased with Dr Sabel's explanation of proposed surgery. Appreciated his making sure that he answered not only my questions, but also my daughter's, who was on my phone during the appt."
June 18, 2025 - "Dr. Sabel was extremely competent and respectful, and I have more confidence about my upcoming surgery as a result of my visit with him."
May 22, 2025 - "Dr. Sabel is an easy-going doctor who is professional and explains everything in a way that you understand. He puts you at ease even during a difficult time"
May 21, 2025 - "Dr Sabel was very compassionate, informative, and had a great sense of humor. He suggested a couple follow up tests I hadn't thought of and their benefits."
