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Richard Michelin, DO Fellowship Trained orthopaedic surgeon

Shoulder & Elbow Specialist

Dr. Michelin specializes in shoulder and elbow orthopedic surgery, including arthroscopy, joint replacement, fracture repair, tendon repair, ligament reconstruction, and nerve decompression. He is highly experienced and has achieved excellent outcomes for his patients.

  • Adult-Shoulder1

    Adult Shoulder & Elbow Reconstructive Fellowship2022-2023

  • Orthopedic-Surgery2

    Orthopedic Surgery Residency2017-2022

  • Osteopathic-Medicine3

    Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine2013-2017

Patients Testimonials

  • I walked into Dr. Michelin’s office with a rotator cuff in total disrepair. Couldn’t dress, couldn’t drive using that arm and unable to play with my grandkids.In other words LOTS of pain. NOW 4 weeks out I have been able to do this all but the best part NO PAIN. Dr. Michelin, bein...

    Cynthia Zarling

  • Dr. Michelin is wonderful. He operated on my stepfather’s shoulder. We didn’t think he would get much rotation back, but the surgery worked with physical therapy. His plan of attack for recovery helped a lot. Highly recommend.

    cvgeus .

  • I fell changing my air filters and fractured both bones in my Right Lower Leg. I’m a former Level 1 Trauma Nurse from the University of Michigan and knew right away the leg was broken in a few places. By luck, MD Michelin was on call that day when I went to the hospital and reconstructed me wi...

    Sarah Lopez

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