Mio Nakamura, MD
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About
Dr. Mio Nakamura is a board-certified dermatologist and an assistant professor of dermatology. She provides medical dermatology diagnosis and treatment to patients of all ages within in our medical dermatology outpatient clinics. Dr. Nakamura maintains a strong interest in clinical research and serves as the Director of the Program for Clinical Research in Dermatology (PCRiD) in the department. In this role, she oversees patient recruitment and participation in clinical and translational studies.
Dr. Nakamura is a graduate of Wayne State University School of Medicine. Following graduation, she completed her transitional year internship at St. Joseph Mercy Health System in Ann Arbor, MI, and a Psoriasis and Clinical Research Fellowship in the Department of Dermatology at the University of California San Francisco, in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Nakamura obtained her Masters of Science in Clinical Research Design and Statistical Analysis at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. She completed her dermatology residency at the U-M Department of Dermatology, where she served as co-chief resident in her final year. Dr. Nakamura joined the U-M dermatology faculty in September 2021.
Areas of Practice
Inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis/eczema, and prurigo nodularis; autoimmune skin conditions such as cutaneous lupus and dermatomyositis
Expertise
Locations
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Dermatology Clinic | Brighton Center for Specialty Care 7500 Challis Rd
Entrance 1, Level 2
Brighton, MI 48116-9416Get Directions -
Dermatology Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor 1 Reception B
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5314Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
Residency
Board Certifications
Research Overview
Dr. Nakamura is involved in many clinical trials for skin conditions such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, prurigo nodularis, hidradenitis suppurativa, cutaneous lupus, and aging skin
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Patient Ratings
312 Patient Ratings
Patient Comments
January 12, 2026 - "Dr. Nakamura is thorough, kind, caring and very pleasant. She creates a very comfortable environment for the examination."
December 17, 2025 - "Dr Nakamura is excellent! Very professional, knowledgeable, excellent demeanor. One of your best [...]!"
December 9, 2025 - "I feel like I get the best possible medical care with Dr. Nakamura. Not only do I trust her abilities, she makes me feel seen, heard, and respected."
November 19, 2025 - "[...] was very caring and made me feel comfortable and listened to as well as Dr. Nakamura."
November 16, 2025 - "Dr. Nakamura was amazing and so helpful! She addressed my concerns and was very kind!"
September 30, 2025 - "Dr. Nakamura is by far the best dermatologist I have ever had the good fortune to be treated by. She is extremely knowledgeable, helpful and does everything she can to care for her patients. I trust her completely. She is also a genuinely pleasant and compassionate person."
September 16, 2025 - "Dr. Nakamura is very thorough. She answers all my questions and addresses all my concerns. She is an excellent physician."
September 16, 2025 - "I HAVE ALREADY RECOMMENDED DR. NAKAMURA. [...]"
April 27, 2025 - "Dr. Nakamura was very thorough and made sure I understood the procedure."
March 30, 2025 - "Dr. Nakamura is excellent!"
