Sean Robinson Smith, MD
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About
Dr. Sean Smith is the Medical Director of Michigan Medicine's Cancer Rehabilitation program, with a clinical emphasis on restoring function and reducing symptom burden in patients with a history of cancer. In addition to chairing the AAPM&R's Cancer Rehabilitation Physician Consortium and the multi-site research collaborative, the Cancer Rehabilitation Metrics Consortium, he serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Clinical Oncology, and is a Deputy Associate Editor for Supportive Care in Cancer. He has published numerous peer-reviewed manuscripts and has conducted educational seminars on cancer rehabilitation on three continents.
Areas of Practice
Improving patient function as it relates to a variety of musculoskeletal, neurologic, and cognitive deficits related to cancer or the treatment of cancer
Expertise
Locations
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Clinic | Burlington Building 325 E Eisenhower Pkwy Ste 100
Ann Arbor, MI 48108-3364Get Directions -
Neurosurgery Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor 2 Reception G
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5338Get Directions -
Rehabilitation Oncology Clinic | Rogel Cancer Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor 1
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5916Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
Residency
Board Certifications
Research Overview
Rehabilitation outcomes and methods for patients with chronic graft versus host disease, sarcoma, breast cancer, and other primary and metastatic malignancies. Also researching global health disparities for persons with disability in the developing world and resident education.
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Patient Ratings
208 Patient Ratings
Patient Comments
February 21, 2026 - "Dr. Smith always takes time to listen and answer any questions I have. He also explains procedures and plans for my health. Keeps me informed and includes me in decisions."
February 17, 2026 - "Dr. Smith explained everything clearly"
February 3, 2026 - "Dr Smith put [...] on computer screen to explain my [...]; excellent explanation! Dr Smith was VERY sympathetic and validated why my episode in [...] was so painful. [...]."
December 31, 2025 - "Dr. Smith took his time explaining everything and answering my questions. I never felt rushed. He showed much concern for my medical issues."
December 10, 2025 - "Doctor Smith is always very attentive and a very good listener. He always includes my opinion in my treatment."
November 19, 2025 - "Doctor Smith is a rock-star doctor, one of the best, if not the best. I am fortunate to have him [...]. He helps manage my quality of life issues after my battle with [...] and has made huge contributions to my recovery, pain management, and help improving my strength and balance. I wish I could find a primary care doctor like him."
November 4, 2025 - "Dr. Smith was amazing!! Very helpful, knowledgeable, great listener [...]"
November 1, 2025 - "Dr Smith is the best. [...] I am very thankful he is my doc"
October 17, 2025 - "Dr. Sean Robinson Smith, excellent, takes his time to listen to my medical needs. Great services."
August 29, 2025 - "Dr Smith is always kind. He always answers all my questions and all my what if's!"
