Christopher Keram Bichakjian, MD
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Dr. Christopher Bichakjian is professor of dermatology and chair of the Department of Dermatology at the University of Michigan Medical School.
Dr. Bichakjian is a foremost expert in the field of cutaneous surgery and oncology. He has a special interest in Merkel cell carcinoma and established one of the first multidisciplinary programs in the world for this rare skin cancer in 2006. He has presented over 100 national and international invited lectures and visiting professorships, and authored or co-authored nearly 90 peer-reviewed publications with a primary focus on cutaneous oncology.
Dr. Bichakjian received his medical degree from Radboud University in The Netherlands. After relocating to the US, he completed residency in dermatology and fellowship in micrographic surgery and cutaneous oncology at Michigan Medicine. He subsequently practiced Mohs surgery in private practice and served as adjunct faculty at Weill Medical College at Cornell University in New York City.
In 2004, Dr. Bichakjian was recruited back to Ann Arbor to join the faculty in the Department of Dermatology at Michigan Medicine. He served as director of the UM Multidisciplinary Merkel Cell Carcinoma Program for more than a decade (2006-2017), In addition, he served as chief of the Division of Cutaneous Surgery and Oncology and as director of the Multidisciplinary Melanoma Program in the Rogel Cancer Center from 2017-2020.
Areas of Practice
Cutaneous surgery and oncology: skin cancer, Mohs surgery, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma, merkel cell carcinoma, rare skin cancers
Locations
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U of M Dermatology 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Spc 5000
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5000
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
Residency
Fellowships
Board Certifications
Research Overview
Melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma
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February 24, 2026 - "Dr Bichakjian was outstanding. Explained everything and included me in the discussion. And was able to perform the procedure efficiently and effectively. Highly recommend!"
February 10, 2026 - "Dr. Bichakjian was patient and answered all my questions."
October 19, 2025 - "Dr. Bichakjian is a HUGE asset to your hospital organization!! Very thorough, listens to patient and family, very kind and compassionate, explains things very well!! TOP NOTCH DOCTOR!!!"
August 26, 2025 - "Dr. Bichakjian is one of the very best in his field and at the University."
August 17, 2025 - "Simply as good as it gets. Dr. Bichakjian and [...] put me at ease. He and [...] are an asset to the U of M and I couldn't be happier with the whole experience."
August 3, 2025 - "I believe Dr Bichakjian is the kindest most thoughtful physician I know."
June 17, 2025 - "Dr Bichakjian is the BEST! Extremely knowledgeable, thorough, kind, friendly. He knows my history very well. He treats me like a friend. I could not be more satisfied. I am very grateful to be able to see him."
May 28, 2025 - "Dr. Bichakjian is AMAZING. I was nervous about the [...] procedure and Dr. Bichakjian took time to put me at ease and answer all my questions. He was very reassuring. He not only put me at ease but he made me feel very confident in him as a doctor about to perform the procedure. I will highly recommend Dr. Bichakjian to friends and family. [...] I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Bichakjian [...]"
May 16, 2025 - "Dr Bichakjian was outstanding."
May 13, 2025 - "Dr. Bichakjian is an excellent physician."
