Abigail Teich Fahim, MD, PhD
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Subspecialty: Retina
Inherited retinal diseases, including retinitis pigmentosa, choroideremia, cone and cone-rod dystrophies, X-linked retinoschisis, Stargardts disease, Best Disease, and other macular dystrophies; autoimmune retinopathy and cancer-associated retinopathy
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Locations
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Retina & Uveitis Clinic | Kellogg Eye Center 1000 Wall St
Elevator B Floor 2
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-1912Get 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. Fahim's research investigates dysfunction of the retinal pigment epithelial cells in inherited retinal diseases, and the impact of RPE dysfunction on the adjacent photoreceptors and choroidal vasculature. Her lab models choroideremia and other inherited retinal disease using induced pluripotent stem cells to elucidate disease mechanisms, discover therapeutic targets, and develop platforms for testing candidate treatments.
RPE cell culture modeling of choroideremia; Retinal dystrophies
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June 12, 2026 - "Dr Fahim is the best! Takes time to explain everything and listens to my concerns...excellent!"
May 12, 2026 - "Dr Fahim has taken very good care of me , and explains everything very well to me.she is awesome!"
April 16, 2026 - "Dr Fahim is very patient. She takes the time to listen and respond thoroughly in simple language."
March 5, 2026 - "Dr Fahim is easy to talk to and has a very calm demeanor. This is very much appreciated. She answers all questions in simple language, easy to understand. I do not feel rushed, and feel important as the patient."
March 3, 2026 - "Dr. Fahim is an exceptional doctor. She is knowledgeable, patient and understanding. [...]"
February 18, 2026 - "Dr Fahim is amazing!!"
January 6, 2026 - "Dr Fahim was excellent. Even though this was my first time as her patient, I felt completely at ease and comfortable that I was in good hands."
October 22, 2025 - "I was very impressed with Dr. Fahim. She was personable, attentive, informative and an overall great doctor and human being. I would highly recommend her to others. She definitely did NOT make me feel like my condition was Important only to be a potential research experience!"
July 22, 2025 - "Dr.Fahim is an amazing doctor. She answered all our questions and took time with us answering those questions."
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