Alex Clayton Donaghy, MD

Alex Clayton Donaghy, MD

Specialty: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Title: Clinical Assistant Professor
4.9/5
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Alex Clayton Donaghy, MD
Alex Clayton Donaghy, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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  • About

    I was born and raised on the West side of the state and schooled in Ann Arbor (go Blue!), before moving out West for residency and fellowship training in Seattle. I'm a board-certified physiatrist and received dedicated fellowship training in post-amputation rehabilitation and prosthetic/orthotic restoration.

    In 2022, I moved "home" to Ann Arbor with my wife, young son, and 2 dogs, and have loved working for the University. In my spare time, I enjoy running/hiking/biking on local trails, backpacking, and spending time with family & friends.

    My approach to patient care, first and foremost, is to sit back and listen. A goal of mine is to think "big-picture"/ wholistically, and to tailor therapies & management strategies toward return of function. Quality of life is most important!

    Areas of Practice

    Limb loss rehabilitation including prosthetic/orthotic evaluation and prescription, phantom limb pain, electrodiagnostic testing, musculoskeletal pain, injection therapies, and peripheral nerve disorders

    Locations

    • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Clinic | Burlington Building 325 E Eisenhower Pkwy Ste 100
      Ann Arbor, MI 48108-3364
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    • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Clinic | Eisenhower Corporate Park 2850 S Industrial Hwy Ste 400
      Ann Arbor, MI 48104-6796
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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 Michigan, 2014

    Residency

    University of Washington, Physical Med & Rehab, 2018

    Fellowships

    VA Puget Sound Health Care Center, Amputation Rehabilitation, 2019

    Board Certifications

    Physical Medicine & Rehab
    Electrodiagnostic Medicine

    Professional Organizations

    American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    Research Overview

    Dr. Donaghy has published on limb loss restoration principles including prosthetic prescription and rehabilitation. He anticipates further research endeavors in the areas of prosthetics & orthotics and peripheral nerve disorders.

    Links

    PubMed Publications

    Team Approach to Prosthetic Prescription Decision-Making

    Patient Ratings & Comments

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    Patient Ratings

    439 Patient Ratings

    Patient Comments

    February 18, 2026 - "Dr. Donaghy is one of the better doctors that I've seen in my adult life"

    February 15, 2026 - "I came to the clinic for a second opinion. I arrived with a multitude of questions and in need of clarity. Dr Donaghy from the very beginning was accommodating and compassionate as he answered my questions and concerns as he explained in detail what [...] is while honing in on my specific situation. I was relieved and so appreciative of his knowledge and his honesty as we went point to point to breakdown what it all means."

    January 27, 2026 - "Dr. Donaghy was EXACTLY what my Mother, [...], needed for her specific condition.She had a [...]. Dr. Donaghy was amazing. He listened to the history, heard about unsuccessful attempts to treat [...], spoke about some options, but readily agreed to [...]. He was very personable (pleasant, nice, positive) while being careful to give us options and talk about what might occur afterwards. The procedure was fascinating to me, but hard on her due to how much she had to move around on the relatively hard examination table. She got through it with his help and had obvious relief that evening and since. Dr. Donaghy not only "stepped up" to provide the help, he also deliberately presents himself in a very patient-friendly fashion, avoiding lab coats and engaging the patient / others with an easy, ingratiating manner. He was informative and skilled and exactly what we needed."

    January 23, 2026 - "My experience with the doctor was excellent. Frankly, he has been instrumental in my being able to trust medical professionals. [...] Dr Donaghy has been instrumental in restoring my trust."

    January 16, 2026 - "Dr. Alex Donaghy was a substitute doctor for my regular one [...]. He proved to be very friendly, we talked about both medical and everyday things, and I was reassured to learn [...]"

    January 14, 2026 - "I feel very comfortable discussing my health concerns with Dr. Donaghy. I appreciate that he truly listens to my concerns and suggests solutions that I'm comfortable with."

    January 1, 2026 - "Dr. Donaghy listened to me as a patient, explained what had happened and what was probably causing [...] and gave me the directions to help heal my condition and options for improving the situation and cause."

    September 26, 2025 - "Very happy with Dr Donaghy."

    September 19, 2025 - "Dr. Donaghy is an exceptional physician. He is a splendid diagnostician and a gifted listener. He is very much like the "old school" doctor who actually knew his patients, made eye contact, and demonstrated real compassion. Additionally, he is fully up to date on research and uses what he knows and learns in the service of his patients. I had the pleasure of watching him guide [...]. I knew I was in excellent hands with Dr Donaghy right there guiding [...] did a fine job. Honestly, Dr. Donaghy represents everything good in medicine to me. I do not say that lightly."

    September 2, 2025 - "I enjoyed Dr. Donaghy he was very knowledgeable about my concerns."

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