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Ahmad Issawi, MD

Ahmad Issawi, MD

Neurosurgery

Speaks

Languages

Arabic

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(734) 712-4500
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(734) 712-4500

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Neurosurgery

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Brain & Spine Surgery - Brighton

7575 W Grand River Ave
Ste 205
Brighton , MI 48114

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Monday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Brain & Spine Surgery - Brighton

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Brain & Spine Surgery - Ann Arbor Campus

5315 Elliott Dr
Ste 102
Ypsilanti , MI 48197

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Brain & Spine Surgery - Ann Arbor Campus

About

Ahmad Issawi, MD is a board certified Neurological Surgeon and earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine and spent his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Issawi has clinical interests in complex spinal reconstruction, minimally invasive spine surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, brain tumors and skull base surgery.

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • BCBS of Michigan Federal / Traditional
  • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
  • BCBS of Michigan PPO Commercial
  • BCN Medicare Advantage
  • BCN of Michigan HMO
  • BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan - Medicaid
  • Cofinity (Network)
  • Colleague Health Plan
  • Community Care
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Medicare Advantage
  • HAP Empowered (Medicaid)
  • Humana Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Commercial ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • Medicaid - Michigan
  • Medicare (Traditional)
  • Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan PHCS (Network)
  • PGIP
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Medicare Advantage
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network
  • POM ACO/Medicare Shared Savings
  • Priority Health / Cigna Commercial
  • Priority Health / Cigna Medicare Advantage
  • Priority Health Medicaid
  • Railroad Medicare
  • SJMHP CIN
  • Tricare (Humana Military) Non-Prime Plans
  • TRICARE (Humana Military) Prime
  • United Healthcare Commercial ALL PLANS
  • United Healthcare Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
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Conditions Treated

  • Neurosurgery
  • Michigan Brain and Spine

Education & Certifications

Education

Medical School:
University of Missouri School of Medicine-Kansas City

Fellowship:
OSF St. Francis Medical Center

Residency:
OSF St. Francis Medical Center

Board Certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Provider Groups

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Trinity Health Medical Providers

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(284 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

152 Reviews

09/10/2024

Nice to take to explain every thing to me what I can do and what not to do

09/09/2024

Understand what I like to have done and he approved it

08/29/2024

GREAT EXPERIENCE, GREAT DOCTOR AND STAFF!

08/21/2024

Dr. Issawi, is a true professional In his ability as a surgeon. He answered every question that my family and I had while visiting him for my possible future surgery. His good nature is humor, authenticity, realistic, explanations, and all the possible outcomes that occur could occur with my situation where deeply appreciated I could not find a better confident And able surgeon as I believe Dr. I saw we will be. I am very grateful to the recommendation from Dr. Islander for me.

08/19/2024

His enthusiasm, honesty clarity and downright goodness that only put me at ease, but made me look forward to the possible treatments I could receive I could not have asked for a better doctor

07/26/2024

once surgery is doe I can make overall 'grade' a '10'

06/27/2024

I feel very safe with him regarding my care.

05/30/2024

Dr Issawi took his Time with me

05/01/2024

He has done two of my surgeries and was very good.Well experienced.

04/25/2024

He is very good second surgery I had with this provider

04/12/2024

Dr. Issawi is the absolute best. He is wonderful at what he does and has the most caring bedside manner. I am lucky to have him as a surgeon.

04/12/2024

I am extremely grateful for all of the staff!

04/08/2024

In addition to successful surgical procedure, listened well, never defensive, very kind.

04/01/2024

Very thing is good

03/11/2024

Recommend!

02/29/2024

very satisfied

02/29/2024

He is great.

02/19/2024

Excellent

02/12/2024

did a good job. for the washing of the hands question before she could have did it before entering the room.

02/08/2024

very good experience

02/06/2024

Dr.Issawi is not only knowledgeable and skilled but a good and kind listener. His listening helps him understand the problem so the best solutions can be presented.

01/25/2024

I would recommend Dr. Ahmad Issawi to my friends and family.

01/12/2024

He took his tome with me and answered my question until I understood

12/18/2023

Dr Issawi was very caring and certain of the best surgical process.

12/15/2023

Very good and very nice

11/30/2023

I would recommend my own mother to go to Dr Issawi for her spine issues. Very good surgeon to say the least!

11/27/2023

Everything was great!

11/19/2023

Knowledgeable, patient, listened well, took ample time explaining x-rays & surgical procedure

11/08/2023

He has always been very thorough with his explanations of what he is doing

11/07/2023

Very good

10/27/2023

I have had several appointments now and all of them went very well. This last appointment felt a little rushed.

10/20/2023

He was also unsure why I was meeting with doctor.

10/19/2023

Dr Issawi has my complete trust and provided me care that resulted in complete relief of pain after discectomy. I鈥檓 so grateful!.

10/14/2023

I trust him enough that I will be scheduling surgery with him.

10/06/2023

The entire experience was much better than I had anticipated. My stress level was at a 10 when I got there (no fault of any one here). I left feeling much better and appreciated the doctor's truth with me and my condition and the consequence's I might face if I do nothing. while

10/03/2023

Dr Isawwi is the best.

10/02/2023

I wanted some relief from pain and was pointed in a different option which I hope helps me..

09/22/2023

Asking patient yo arrive 30 minutes ahead is where waiting time occurred. Then phone reminder said arrive 10 minutes early. Is that in addition to 30? Confusing. 15 total minutes in advance seemed adequate, but I didn鈥檛 need additional xrays this time.

09/06/2023

Just very nice, thorough and answered any concerns I had really well.

08/24/2023

We were happy to find out that we did not need to have any procedures done. The MRI was read by the doctor and showed that nothing more was necessary to be done.

08/15/2023

Excellent doctor.

08/11/2023

Dr Issawi is kind and an expert in the care he provides.

08/05/2023

Came home confident tha

08/04/2023

Impressed with the professionalism

08/03/2023

Dr answered all of my numerous questions fully so I had the answers I needed

07/14/2023

Every room I went in was very clean, I felt very comfortable throughout my entire experience.

07/12/2023

Respect what her says. Always feel like he listens and tries to really help me

07/11/2023

Every time I came to the Brain & Spine clinic I Have been very satisfied with your service.

06/16/2023

Dr. Issawi explained my MRI results very well to me.

06/14/2023

just very happy

06/02/2023

My doctor answers all my question and provided great care.

05/28/2023

Dr. Issawi interpreted clearly the imaging, responded to questions, and offered next steps.

05/16/2023

Future surgical patients might benefit from knowing that on the day OF surgery, the doctor and the entire team will be pressed for time - unlike the pre-surgical office visit..

05/13/2023

Very up front explaining what I should expect very trusting 鈽橈笍

05/09/2023

Andrea is absolutely outstanding. She was extremely helpful and caring.

05/04/2023

Excellent care pre, post, and surgery day.

04/15/2023

Dr Issawi explained my situation in terms I could understand and included me in decisions

04/11/2023

Don't go anywhere else but here.

04/08/2023

Very, very nice!!! 5 star

03/29/2023

X-ray technician very upbeat

03/26/2023

I'm definitely coming back to this provider.

03/11/2023

Dr. Issawi is great! He listens, gives you both sides of the options he presents and let鈥檚 you make the decision on the treatment. I wish it hadn鈥檛 taken me so long to get to Dr. Issawi because of my primary care doctor and getting the referral

02/21/2023

I pray he doesn鈥檛 leave馃檹

02/15/2023

My issues have improved greatly after surgery and It is only been 5 weeks, I couldn鈥檛 be happier, my overall experience has been very positive..

02/12/2023

I received all the information needed from Dr. Issawi

02/10/2023

He is not limited or biased by a single favorite surgical method

02/08/2023

two thumbs up !

02/07/2023

Dr. Issawi was calm, caring, informative, and very helpful.

01/21/2023

Confident that he was knowledgeable about my problem

01/13/2023

Dicharge info was not clear for trype of surgery done

01/10/2023

He was excellent

12/20/2022

Besides the surgeon, the PA and LPN spent time with me in the hospital.

12/09/2022

Great care and explanation of recovery after surgery

11/26/2022

Great experience overall鈥毭劽甧very member of the staff is super helpful. Andrea is great!

11/21/2022

After having numerous surgeries in this department and the last fusion failing I would expect some more empathy from the doc. he explained everything well it seemed but seemed very much in a hurry. This is horrible news I received and there was little concern (or so I perceived).

11/15/2022

very good

11/09/2022

I would recommend this provider to anyone needing treatment.

11/03/2022

Both appointments with Dr Issawi have been positive. He spends enough time to thoroughly explain and answer my questions..

10/18/2022

Ultra professional and very congenial. Extremely easy to relate to.

10/14/2022

Took his time and and was well knowledgeable.

08/30/2022

I only hope scheduling surgery goes quickly

07/25/2022

Would like shorter call back from me leaving a message.

07/21/2022

100% blown away with his explanation of all the things that are wrong with my lower back. He compared both of my MRI's side by side showing me what is what & what would be done if I choose to have surgery. Very impressive doctor.

07/19/2022

Very pleased. He was prepared, explained my issue to my understanding, listened to me, heard me! Had a plan of action and moved forward with it. I can't thank him and his office staff enough!

07/18/2022

Doctor was informed about my condition. He listened to what I had to say.

07/15/2022

Positive.

07/15/2022

I am a very anxious person and was treated exceptionally well.

07/08/2022

I was very pleased with how compassionate the doctor was with me and the amount of time he spent explained everything. He even spent the time explaining things again and including my daughter, who was with me.

06/27/2022

Good listener, pleasant manner, patient.

06/22/2022

Office staff was very accommodating. Dr. Is top notch! Listened, explained, and showed concern for my care.

06/22/2022

I was so excited to meet him finally. It'd been 3 yrs and 1 day since he removed my brain tumor and I didn't really 'meet' him then. He was very kind and smart and caring. He saved my life!

05/25/2022

The Dr was easy to understand and explained everything to me that I needed to make a decision on my care.

05/20/2022

The dr. was very patient answering all of my questions about an upcoming brain surgery.

05/17/2022

He's very good at what he does, very smart, and kind.

05/15/2022

Wait time over hour and half, would have been nice to have at least some explanation or apology for long wait.

05/14/2022

He showed interest in my best route to better health.

05/05/2022

He was courteous, professional and concerned for my health. He listened to my concerns and honestly explained options for my care and answered all my questions.

04/28/2022

Very good in all aspects

04/23/2022

Very satisfied with visit. Have an upcoming neck surgery and Dr answered all my questions and explained the upcoming surgery completely.

04/22/2022

Superb!

04/20/2022

Excellent listener and communicator.

04/19/2022

*Dr. Issawi explained my options and clearly explained the risks.

04/18/2022

Excellent. This provider is very thorough, patient and explains things in the ways it can be understood. My 1st time as the patient, but not my first interactions (spouse, Dad) we requested this provider.

04/13/2022

I made this appt. to find out about the new back problems that started. He was very good at explaining and answering my questions - He sent me to neurologist for further care. Was very pleased with him.

02/25/2022

Receptionist - very good. Dr. kept reminding me that I was doing good [....]

02/21/2022

Very good, informed & comfortable.

01/28/2022

He was great.

01/25/2022

Dr. Issawi was knowledgeable, professional, and personable.

01/24/2022

Everything went well.

01/22/2022

I have complete and total trust in Dr Issawi. He explains everything very thoroughly, shows scans and makes sure I understood everything completely. It is quite a drive for me to come to St Joe's to see him, but he is my number one choice!!!

01/20/2022

I went with a back problem and Dr. Assawi was able to explain my MRI and show me where he thought the p9roblem originated. The "fix" was surgery.

01/19/2022

Did not rush me and answered all questions. Very good visit

01/18/2022

Dr. Issawi was very nice. He explained everything to me on my MRI. I liked him very much and would feel confident to have him as a surgeon.

01/18/2022

Dr. Issawi was one of the most professional and knowledgeable physicians I have seen in many years.

01/15/2022

This provider was amazing! He listened to me and my daughter and showed genuine concern for me and what's going on with me.

01/10/2022

Very nice... very knowledgeable... showed nerves being pinched. Showed device. Explained how bone would grow back even at my age.

01/02/2022

From the provider to staff (great).

12/19/2021

All care was great

12/15/2021

Dr. Issawi spent enough time with me and answered all my questions and concerns.

11/23/2021

Excellent experience - felt comfortable asking questions -

11/17/2021

Just so long between visits.

11/17/2021

*Dr. Issawi made me feel very confident in him. From the start all the way through and after surgery.

11/08/2021

Happy the surgery went as well as it did -

11/03/2021

So very impressed w/doctor & office. Would highly recommend.

11/02/2021

We discussed my laminectomy surgery. *Dr. A. Issawi was very informative & my surgery was successful.

10/26/2021

Talked so fast, I did not have a chance to assimilate what he was saying or respond

10/26/2021

1 st visit with new dr went well very informative.

10/16/2021

I feel like someone is finally listening to me and offering hope and suggestions and putting in referrals and ordering tests.

10/16/2021

Excellent individual who was very personable and took all the time needed to answer my questions completely.

10/07/2021

Seemed confident & informed about problem.

09/28/2021

Treated very good.

09/28/2021

Excellent diagnosis!!!

09/25/2021

I went to see Dr. Isawwi for my post year check-up after spinal surgery. The surgery was successful, and he explained the results of my x-rays and released me from his care, but told me I could always call if a problem arises.

09/24/2021

Caring and responsive to my questions

09/24/2021

Dr. Issawi is exactly who any doctor ought to be. He does all things correctly.

09/21/2021

Review of back MRI taken at Promedica Hickman. I was told I had choices R/T my care. Chose less invasive, but doctor assured me to come back if needed.

09/21/2021

First visit very gratifying.

09/21/2021

He gave me his honest opinion about whether or not to have surgery. He recommended more testing and meeting with physical med. doctor first.

09/14/2021

This was a surgery follow up visit.

09/07/2021

I came to this office for MRI results for the cervical spine, he didn't go over that with me at all, which the MRI results were somewhat serious. He just kept flicking thru the thorax MRI I also had done - which the report said was normal.

09/05/2021

Outstanding, targeted care.

09/01/2021

We arrived early to do paperwork. Saw the doctor before our scheduled appointment. He was informative and explained everything I needed to know in a clear manor. Highly recommend Dr. Issawi

08/26/2021

A good visit - waiting to hear from ortho knee doctor per Dr. Issawi.

08/24/2021

Dr was very informative. Explained things very well and attentive to my questions. Was very relaxing to talk to and was genuine in his concerns for my well being.

08/07/2021

Was a very good experience. Very knowledgeable of my records and results of tests. Very honest about any treatments.

07/29/2021

Outstanding physician - expert knowledge base, patient, compassionate & professional.

07/23/2021

I was only visiting to find a surgeon for a recent brain tumor discovery. I don't see this doctor on a regular basis. I will say I had a fine visit.

07/22/2021

Dr. Issawi is clearly very knowledgeable and clinically competent in his field. I have confidence in his diagnostic and surgical skills. The RN who came in after Dr. Issawi might have provided more info, re: next steps prior to surgery such as the fact that PCP might require further tests (i.e., blood work/EKG) prior to authorizing surgery. Also that some of the info in booklet given might not apply to out-pt. minimally invasive surgery.

07/21/2021

My hopes are very high that this the Doctor to get me out of pain an walking pain free

07/21/2021

He was kind, attentive, very knowledgeable about my health history. He even answered questions about what type of appliance he would use should I have to have surgery.

06/24/2021

He explained my situation and options extremely well and throughly. He inspired confidence, and he respected and addressed my worries, fear, and my hesitation to go ahead with a surgery I need. I think that he is a fantastic Doctor

06/17/2021

Dr. Issawi explained in great detail what to expect from my surgery and the risks. I am pain-free now and very satisfied with the care I received. I have recommended Dr. Issawi to several of my friends already. I was hesitant to have this surgery but am so glad that I did. my life has improved immensely and look forward to enjoying life with my family and friends.
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