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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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?
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). This is a life support machine that temporarily takes over the work of the heart and/or lungs, and we saw a surge in its use during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since we began our ECMO program in 2020, we have performed hundreds of cases for patients with severely damaged lungs from infections, smoke inhalations, and even severe asthma attacks. Our ECMO program just received notice that we achieved the Gold Level distinction from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization. As the director of the ECMO program here at the DMC [Detroit Medical Center], I am so proud to be a part of this amazing group of nurses, respiratory therapists, advanced practice providers, and critical care physicians that work tirelessly taking care of the sickest patients in the hospital.
What are the top preventive measures one can take to avoid or mitigate the risk of heart disease?
The biggest risk factors for heart disease are high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, and diabetes. I know it is easier said than done, but if you can quit smoking, add exercise, and eat healthier, you can mitigate having to see a heart surgeon like myself.
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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