Every year Hour Detroit publishes a list of the Top Doctors in metro Detroit. This year’s list contains more than 1000 physicians in 94 specialties — all nominated by their peers. With so many doctors at our fingertips we’d be remiss not to share some of their insights with you. Below is one of the eight interviews with a 2025 Top Doctor.
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Yusuke Terasaki, M.D. on Heart Health
Megan Pesch, M.D. on Pediatric Viruses
Dana Zakalik, M.D. on Gene Editing
Jeffrey Zonder, M.D. on Myeloma and Amyloidosis
Mohammed Najeeb Al Hallak, M.D. on Pancreatic Cancer Treatments
Christina Shanti, M.D. on How to Support Your Child Undergoing Surgery
What recent innovations in your field are you most excited about, and why?
I’m particularly excited about advancements in screening techniques such as molecular breast imaging and contrast-enhanced mammography. These innovations have the potential to detect cancer at earlier stages, especially in women with dense breast tissue, ultimately improving prognosis and outcomes.
Are there any recent studies you’ve worked on that you can tell us about?
I have been actively working on developing interventions to improve the rates of fertility preservation and counseling for patients diagnosed with breast cancer. In the journal Clinical Breast Cancer, my colleagues and I published a manuscript demonstrating that integrating a fertility specialist into the care team significantly enhances access to fertility counseling, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their future family planning.
What is something you wish more people understood about your profession?
Many of the patients in our communities face barriers to accessing OB-GYN services, particularly rural and underserved areas. Understanding the social determinants of health and the importance of health care advocacy can lead to better outcomes and greater health care equity.
This story originally appeared in the October 2025 issue of Hour Detroit magazine. To read more, pick up a copy of Hour Detroit at a local retail outlet. Click here to get our digital edition.
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