Miguel Angel Linares, MD
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About
Dr. Linares obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in biology at the University of Michigan, in Ann Arbor, Michigan and his medical degree at the University of Toledo College of Medicine. He completed his residency in Family Medicine at William Beaumont Hospital. Dr. Linares completed his fellowship training in Primary Care Sports Medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. During his fellowship he became well versed in taking care of a wide range of sports injuries from adolescent to professional athletes as he was involved with the medical care of local surrounding high schools, colleges, the Detroit Lions and Detroit Tigers. He is board-certified in Family Medicine and has a certificate of added qualification in Sports Medicine. Dr. Linares is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. Alongside the research that Dr. Linares has completed he has been awarded several orthopaedic United States Patents for his work in the field. Dr. Linares treats athletic injuries and illness at MedSport Domino Farms and Brighton Health Center.
Areas of Practice
Sports Medicine, Musculoskeletal injuries of the knee, shoulder and hip
Expertise
- Anti-Gravity Training & Rehabilitation
- Athletic Trainers Outreach Program
- Biomechanical Bike Fitting
- Golf Fitness Program
- Hockey Rehabilitation Program
- MedSport
- Performance Throwing Program
- Performing Arts Injury Rehabilitation Program
- Return to Sport Evaluation
- Runners Clinic
- Tactical Conditioning
- Women’s Health Program
Locations
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Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic | Brighton Center for Specialty Care 7500 Challis Rd
Entrance 1, Level 1
Brighton, MI 48116-9416Get Directions -
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Program | Domino's Farms 24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr Ste 1000
Lobby A
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9484Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
Residency
Fellowships
Board Certifications
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Patient Ratings
575 Patient Ratings
Patient Comments
November 12, 2025 - "Dr. Linares did not introduce himself when he entered the room. He did not explain the steps for the procedure, what to expect during, or after the procedure. He did not say if there would be any possible side effects or not, or how long before I could expect to have some relief. He did not give me any information at all. He only answered one of my questions."
November 12, 2025 - "Dr. Linares was clear about the procedure and the possible side-effects of [...]. I appreciated his clear answers to my questions about coordinating the [...] with future [...]"
October 27, 2025 - "Dr. Linares listened with care and clearly explained everything"
July 30, 2025 - "Dr. Linares communicated clearly, efficiently obtained the information he needed and provided diagnosis and recommendations. It is a privilege to have doctors like him available to me as a patient."
July 30, 2025 - "[...] Dr. Linares was terrific. He listened to me, was thorough in his examination, explained everything very thoroughly (even walking me through my [...] which I really appreciated), and answered my questions."
July 25, 2025 - "Dr. Linares was a bit cold to me at my very first appt over a year ago, but ever since becoming one of his regular patients he has become extremely friendly and attentive. He always answers any questions or concerns I have and always responds to anything within MyChart with speed. I have come to really appreciate and like him as one of my care team."
July 16, 2025 - "LOVE Dr. Linares -- excellent provider! Competent, kind, good listener"
July 16, 2025 - "Dr. Linares is a very doctor. He listens to my concern and applies his knowledge to answer my questions, He would be a very good teacher to other doctors"
July 16, 2025 - "A very good experience, and Dr. Linares and [...] help me with my mobility!"
June 6, 2025 - "Dr. LINARES is the best I have had [...]"