Michael Heung, MD
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About
Dr. Heung graduated from the Boston University School of Medicine. After finishing his Internal Medicine training at the University of Cincinnati Hospitals, he completed Fellowship training in Nephrology at the University of Michigan Health System. He has been a member of the University of Michigan faculty since 2005, and currently serves as Associate Division Chief for Clinical Affairs in the Division of Nephrology. His primary clinical and research interests are in the areas of acute kidney injury and critical care nephrology.
Areas of Practice
Acute kidney injury, critical care nephrology, management of chronic kidney disease
Expertise
Locations
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Nephrology Clinic | Brighton Center for Specialty Care 7500 Challis Rd
Entrance 1, Level 2
Brighton, MI 48116-9416Get Directions -
Nephrology Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor 3 Reception C
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5361Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
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Research Overview
Pathophysiology and management of acute kidney injury, particularly in the ICU setting; Aspects of continuous renal replacement therapy, including dose, regional citrate anticoagulation, and safety issues; Other extracorporeal therapies; Cardiorenal syndrome and ultrafiltration in the management of heart failure; Identification of biomarkers in the diagnosis and management of acute kidney injury.
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Patient Ratings
226 Patient Ratings
Patient Comments
February 10, 2026 - "I appreciate having clear explanations of lab tests and prescription advice from Dr. Heung."
December 18, 2025 - "Dr, Heung always takes time to answer all my questions. I never feel rushed, no matter how many questions I ask."
November 10, 2025 - "Dr. Heung has been my husband's nephrologist for many years. I am now seeing him for my own kidney issues. He is kind, compassionate, thorough and just a wonderful doctor!"
October 23, 2025 - "Dr. Heung was very attentive to me and addressed all my concerns."
October 22, 2025 - "I would recommend Dr. Heung to anyone who needs a great nephrologist."
October 22, 2025 - "Dr. Heung was thorough. He seemed to have reviewed my history and did not rush me through my questions and concerns. He listened well."
October 21, 2025 - "I'm fortunate to have been seen by Dr Heung. I rate him at the top of all physicians I've had over the course of many years."
October 21, 2025 - "I'd rate my appointment with Dr. Heung as excellent. He was courteous and professional and went out of his way to explain my condition in understandable terms. He was also a listener, answering my questions and concerns. "Very Good" doesn't describe the experience. It was excellent."
October 14, 2025 - "I found Dr. Heung to be very kind and thorough in his explanation of my lab results. In the event I would ever need to return I would request Dr. Heung as my physician. He's an excellent Dr."
September 19, 2025 - "Dr Heung is a fantastic doctor. One of the best at U of M!!!"
