Kristen Marie Pettit, MD
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About
Dr. Pettit studied physics and magazine journalism at Syracuse University prior to earning her MD from the Chicago Medical School. She went on to complete her residency in internal medicine and fellowships in hematology/oncology and clinical pharmacology/pharmacogenomics at the University of Chicago. She has received national recognition for her research, including the Conquer Cancer Foundation/ASCO Young Investigator Award, the ASCPT Presidential Trainee Award, and selection for the ASH Clinical Research Training Institute. Dr. Pettit focuses on translational research and drug development for patients with myeloid malignancies, specifically myeloproliferative neoplasms, myelodysplastic syndrome, and acute myeloid leukemia.
Areas of Practice
Myeloproliferative neoplasms, acute myeloid leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, and MDS/MPN overlap syndromes
Locations
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Leukemia Clinic | C. S. Mott Children's Hospital 1540 E Hospital Dr
Floor 7 Reception B
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-4257Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
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Research Overview
Dr. Pettit focuses on translational research and drug development in myeloid malignancies.
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Patient Ratings
350 Patient Ratings
Patient Comments
June 30, 2026 - "Dr. Pettit provided thorough responses to my questions and detailed explanations regarding my diagnosis and available treatment options."
June 26, 2026 - "Dr. Pettit did an outstanding job taking the time to explain the clinical relevance of the many abnormal [...] readings in my chart. She also explained the clinical signs that would actually indicate my disease was progressing. As these are not present, this was very reassuring, and over the [...] years since diagnosis no physician had yet properly explained this to me. Lastly, Dr. Pettit took the time to explain 2 clinical trials that are proceeding that might ultimately provide an effective therapeutic for my disorder. Dr. Pettit - 5 stars!"
June 10, 2026 - "Dr. Pettit is thorough, knowledgeable, and always take time to listen to my concerns and address them."
June 6, 2026 - "Dr. Pettit, listened to my issues with patients and proided feedback"
May 29, 2026 - "Dr. Pettit is always very attentive and explains everything well."
May 16, 2026 - "Dr. Pettit is wonderful. She always has a smile on her face, is attentive to concerns, takes the time needed to answer questions and explains everything clearly to ensure understanding. She is always very kind and friendly. I am so glad to be connected with her and fully trust her with my care. Very grateful and appreciative."
May 15, 2026 - "Dr Pettit was great. She explained everything very well."
May 15, 2026 - "Dr Pettit is the most wonderful doctor because, she really listens. She is patient, very intelligent, empathetic, and she knows so much about [...]. When you are a patient and at your wits end due to fatigue and side effects from a medication & the disease, she fixed it with another medicine right away. I have faith again in doctors. She is so knowledgeable and a great professional. I rate her at the top hands down or thumbs up."
May 9, 2026 - "Dr. Pettit is wonderful. She explains everything in terms we can understand. Answered every question completely and is so kind and understanding. We could not ask for a better doctor."
April 22, 2026 - "Dr Pettit is by far the best doctor I have ever seen. She is extremely knowledgeable, listens, encourages questions, is genuinely interested in my thoughts questions and concerns. She is kind, personable and has a beautiful personality. I am grateful to be in her care."
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