Summary

Dr. Thomas Hessburg is an ophthalmologist with four decades of experience serving patients in the Detroit area. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor and completed his residency training at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Hessburg furthered his expertise through a fellowship at Tulane University School of Medicine in 1993. He maintains board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Hessburg practices at Henry Ford Hospital and provides care at multiple locations throughout metro Detroit, including Detroit, Taylor, and Grosse Pointe Farms. His clinical focus centers on treating serious eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease. He performs specialized procedures including retinal imaging and advanced treatments for vision-threatening complications. Patients consistently rate Dr. Hessburg highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 40 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
  • 64 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas P Hessburg has 3 locations

Henry Ford Hospital

2799 W Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48202
Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Henry Ford OptimEyes Super Vision Center - Taylor

22395 Eureka RdTaylor, MI 48180
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed

Henry Ford Medical Center - Grosse Pointe Pierson

131 Kercheval AveGrosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236
Mon7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Dr. Thomas P Hessburg, MDDr. Edward Michael Balok, MDDr. Kevin Yuan Wu, MDDr. Raphael John Sapeika, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.6 
40 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, German
Detroit , MIEast China , MIDETROIT , MIDearborn , MI
Med School: University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (Medical Education) Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cape Town Faculty Of Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas P Hessburg

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas P Hessburg has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas P Hessburg has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Epiretinal Membrane
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues
  • Vitreous Hemorrhage

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2028, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Tulane University School of Medicine1993

Residency

Henry Ford Hospital1987

Medical School

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (Medical Education)Graduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Hessburg affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Hessburg is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital.
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What languages does Dr. Thomas Hessburg speak?
Dr. Thomas Hessburg speaks English.
Does Dr. Thomas Hessburg accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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