Kara Jean Wyant, MD

Kara Jean Wyant, MD

Specialty: Neurology
Title: Clinical Associate Professor
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Kara Jean Wyant, MD
Kara Jean Wyant, MD
Neurology
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  • About

    Dr. Wyant is a fellowship-trained movement disorders neurologist specializing in Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, tremors, and related conditions. She provides a comprehensive array of advanced therapies, including deep brain stimulation (DBS), botulinum toxin injections, and device-assisted treatments such as levodopa–carbidopa intestinal gel (Duopa). Dedicated to improving access to care, Dr. Wyant partners with the MyMichigan Health Care System to serve patients across the middle and northern regions of Michigan. Guided by the philosophy that “knowledge is power,” she is passionate about empowering patients, families, and caregivers through education. Dr. Wyant prioritizes patient-centered communication and strives to ensure each person she cares for has the information and confidence needed to make informed decisions about their health. Dr. Wyant also serves as the Associate Program Director for Clinical Curriculum in the Adult Neurology Residency Program at the University of Michigan and is deeply committed to teaching and mentoring at all levels.

    Areas of Practice

    Movement disorders including Parkinson and related disorders, dystonia, tremors, chorea / ballism, myoclonus, tics / Tourette’s, Huntington’s disease and mimics, ataxia, and functional movement disorders.

    Locations

    • Geriatric Neurology Clinic | East Ann Arbor Health & Geriatrics Center 4260 Plymouth Rd
      Level 1
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2700
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    • Neurology Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
      Floor 1 Reception C
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5322
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    • Geriatric Neurology Clinic | West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza 380 Parkland Plaza Ste 110
      Floor 1
      Ann Arbor, MI 48103
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    Insurance Accepted

    University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.

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    Education & Training

    Medical School or Training

    University of Toledo College of Medicine, 2012

    Residency

    University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Neurology, 2016

    Board Certifications

    Neurology

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    Patient Ratings

    224 Patient Ratings

    Patient Comments

    February 10, 2026 - "Dr. Wyant is very caring and always makes me comfortable. She is a great doctor."

    January 13, 2026 - "Dr. Wyant is wonderful and always answers all of our questions,"

    November 18, 2025 - "Dr Wyant is incredibly generous with her time in my appointments with her. She imakes me feel like I am the only patient she has. She is by far the best MDS I have ever had. She is super responsive on the portal as well!"

    November 11, 2025 - "Dr Wyant is an excellent Dr and always listens to all of my concerns with solutions ready to help me."

    August 20, 2025 - "I am extremely pleased with Dr Wyant as my [...] Specialist. She allocates plenty of time for me to discuss questions I have on my treatment. She is extremely quick in responding to messages I send to the portal. She is very flexible, in allowing me to guide my care."

    August 12, 2025 - "Dr. Wyant always explains everything and allows time for any questions from me or my husband,"

    August 5, 2025 - "Dr Wyant is the Best!"

    May 4, 2025 - "Dr. Wyant is a very caring, kind, and Knowledgable provider."

    April 22, 2025 - "Dr. Wyant is always looking out for her patients"

    April 1, 2025 - "Great visit Dr Wyant discussed my issues, She developed a new game plan and I am very excited to implement this new plan. Dr Wyant is a great listener and has my health as a Top Priority."