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Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD

Accepting New Patients

(Dr. Donna G. Tepper, M.D.)

(175 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery and Plastic Surgery

Tulane University School of Medicine (1998)

Professional interests include: laser treatment, injectable fillers, breast reconstruction, and more.

2799 W Grand Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48202

(313) 916-2600

Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD is a general surgeon in Detroit, MI specializing in general surgery and plastic surgery. She graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1998 and has 28 years of experience. Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD is affiliated with Henry Ford Health, Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital, Henry Ford Hospital, Henry Ford Macomb Hospital - Clinton Township and HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM.

Office Locations

2799 W Grand Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48202

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19401 Hubbard Drive
Dearborn, MI 48126

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159 Kercheval Avenue
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

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Some issues Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD can help you with:

Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction is surgery to restore the appearance of the breast, usually after a mastectomy. The choice of how to proceed after the removal of a breast is a deeply personal one, with some women opting to wear a prosthetic form in a bra, and others choosing to embrace their new breastless form as a reminder of their strength and survival. Those options are perfectly acceptable, but many women feel most comfortable with their missing breast tissue surgically replaced. Breast reconstruction can be part of a patient's return to normal after experiencing breast cancer.

There are a few different methods used to create the round shape of the breast on the chest. A flap of fat, skin, and muscle can be taken from the side, abdomen or buttock and implanted on the chest to create a breast from the patient's own tissue. Alternatively, the skin over the chest may be gradually stretched to allow for the placement of an implant. Stretching of the skin is done using expanders, which are similar to breast implants, except they increase in size when saltwater solution is injected into them. Many women also choose to combine the flap procedure with implant placement to achieve their desired result. Once the new breast shape is formed, a nipple can be created and even tattooed to match the other side.

Reconstruction may be done in a single surgery or broken up into multiple procedures:

Immediate reconstruction rebuilds the breast right after mastectomy. This method is not recommended if additional chemotherapy or radiation is needed after surgery.
Delayed reconstruction occurs after chemotherapy or radiation has been given. These treatments may decrease the volume or alter the color of the reconstructed breast, so they should be completed before the breast is rebuilt. This type of reconstruction may happen weeks, months, or even years after mastectomy.
Staged reconstruction splits the reconstructive process into two parts. The first part inserts temporary expanders to stretch the skin and is done immediately after breast removal surgery. The second part replaces the expanders with implants after chemotherapy or radiation treatments have been given.

Breast reconstruction is not perfect. The two breasts may not always look exactly identical, although they will be close. There may be small scars, and a loss of sensation in the reconstructed breast. A reconstructed breast will not produce milk, so patients may have trouble breastfeeding. Still, reconstruction is a great option for women who want that part of their appearance back.

LGBT Issues

LGBT stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender, and is indicative of a greater spectrum of different sexualities and genders that some people may identify with. LGBT issues are issues that LGBT people may face in their daily life, affecting children, adolescents, and adults. Adverse experiences and stigmas may contribute to depression, anxiety, and undue stress in LGBT people. Common LGBT issues may include:

Harassment and bullying
Social rejection
Higher risk of suicide

Healthcare providers are working to provide more inclusive care for people of all sexual orientations and identities. Some choose to address LGBT issues through procedures such as chest reconstruction, facial feminization surgery, masculinization surgery, and glottoplasty (surgery to raise the pitch of one's voice). Sensitive OB-GYN care and hormone therapy may also be options for people with LGBT issues.

LGBT therapy can also help people navigate LGBT issues and mental health problems. LGBT affirmative therapy specializes in creating "affirmative" spaces for people who are LGBT. LGBT affirmative therapists use patients' preferred pronouns, address homophobia and social biases, and act as LGBT advocates in their talk therapy sessions.

In The News

“CLARKSTON - Tom Gieselman of Oakland University Golf & Learning Center and Donna Tepper of the Country Club of Detroit, top Golf Association of Michigan (GAM) players for several years, finally...”—"Tom Gieselman, Donna Tepper win GAM Senior Tournament of Champions titles", The Oakland Press, October 2023

“"After age 30, we lose 10 percent per decade in the middle layer of the skin called the dermis," explains Donna Tepper, M.D., FACS, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Henry Ford Hospital.”—"Story from Henry Ford Health System: The 3 skin care items you really need", The Detroit News, November 2015

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	137

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD treated as a general surgeon in Detroit, MI during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	100
hospital care	24
inpatient care	24

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	63
Female	89

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	83
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	13
Less than 65	56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD in 2013

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	45
Dementia	20
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD treated as a general surgeon in Detroit, MI during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	149
hospital care	17
inpatient care	17

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	100
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	24
Less than 65	63

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD in 2014

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	44
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD treated as a general surgeon in Detroit, MI during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	164
hospital care	80
inpatient care	80

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	160
Female	212

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	202
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	126
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	46
Less than 65	150

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	49
Dementia	19
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	138

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	81

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	74
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	46
From 75 to 84	21
85 and over	14
Less than 65	49

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD in 2016

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	35
Dementia	15
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD treated as a general surgeon in Detroit, MI during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	54
hospital care	17
inpatient care	17

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	71

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	69
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	38
From 75 to 84	17
85 and over	12
Less than 65	49

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD in 2017

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	40
Dementia	16
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD treated as a general surgeon in Detroit, MI during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	93
hospital care	37
inpatient care	37

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	56
Female	88

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	88
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	67
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD in 2018

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	44
Dementia	16
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD treated as a general surgeon in Detroit, MI during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	48
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	75

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	72
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD in 2019

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	50
Dementia	23
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	34

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	59

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	57
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD in 2020

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	42
Dementia	19
Cancer	26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD treated as a general surgeon in Detroit, MI during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	15
inpatient care	15

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	22
Female	52

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	39
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	36
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD in 2021

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	46
Dementia	26
Cancer	26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	38

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	51

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	37
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	34
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD in 2022

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	50
Dementia	0
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD treated as a general surgeon in Detroit, MI were hospital care, inpatient care and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	95
hospital care	29
inpatient care	29

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD.

**Gender**
Male	50
Female	79

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	74
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	13
85 and over	9
Less than 65	49
65 to 74	47

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	2
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	40
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	15
Cancer	15

Education & Training

Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1998. She completed residency at Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certified and has a state license in Michigan.

Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine (1998)

Residency: Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals (1999)

Board Certification: Board Certified

Licensed In: Michigan

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Henry Ford Health

Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital

Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital

Henry Ford Hospital

Henry Ford Macomb Hospital - Clinton Township

HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 175 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Detroit, MI.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-09-30

Patient verified via Press Ganey

The clerk who checked me in was exceptionally helpful with a confusing question; the Nurse was efficient in her work and put me at ease; and Dr. Tepper was great. She knew what questions to ask, was efficient and knowledgeable. Dr. Tepper made me feel very secure and confident in the health treatment plan. Nurse Navigator was exceptional at resolving several questions and issues related to my health insurance and treatment plan so that I didn't have to try and repeat myself accurately. They also helped me to my following appointment as I had back to back appointments. This team is really good.

Overall Rating: 2.0 2022-09-16

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Dr. Tepper understood my reason for what I thought was the visit to chat about the different scenarios with single vs. Bilateral mastectomy. However, when she seen that I am a former smoker, she asked if I had been around anyone else to be exposed to second hand smoke, told her no, she asked again. Also was asked if I cheated and had even one puff on a cigarette or any other form of nicotine, told her no - if I have a quit date, that means I quit, I felt that she did not believe my response.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-12-19

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Dr. Tepper, was thorough in her examination, patient, she was informative, listen to all of my concerns and gave me answers that I was satisfied with, .I was excited for this visit with Dr.Tepper to let her know how satisfied I was with the results of my breast reduction.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-06-27

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It was the shortest wait I've ever had, the staff were all friendly, helpful and kind. The doctor and nurse were great with answering questions, asking if I understood and checking for understanding. They made me feel very comfortable. The doctor was very approachable.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-01-21

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Dr. Tepper is obviously a very highly trained physician and staff (nurses, etc) are awe; they are all very personal and attentive. They definitely make me feel calm and reassured during procedures that are sometimes quite uncomfortable.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-11-16

Patient verified via Press Ganey

*Dr. Tepper is an excellent doctor who I have had the pleasure of having since 2016. I trust her & her ability & intellect to serve my needs for years to come & refer all my friend to her. I am extremely satisfied. She is the BEST!

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-06-13

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I love Dr.Tepper! She was very nice and respectful. She took time to explain everything and make sure I understand everything. I will 100% recommend her. BEST SURGEON EVEE

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-12-28

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*Dr. Tepper has awesome "bed-side manner" is knowledgeable, personable, informative, happy and looks well and pretty. Very straightforward in a nice and professional way.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-10-04

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Dr. Tepper has been great throughout the whole surgical process. So grateful for her care and the surgery. It has given me my life back and my pain issues are gone!

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-11-03

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Donna Tepper as a very intelligent well spoken doctor. She listens to your concerns and Connects to the patient. I would highly recommend her

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Donna Gilman Tepper, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Allergan Inc.	$180 $180
Mentor Worldwide LLC	$154 MENTOR MemoryGel Resterilizable Gel Sizer $154
Sientra, Inc.	$150 SIENTRA HIGH STRENGTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAST IMPLANT $111	SIENTRA HIGH STRENGTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAT IMPLANT $39
Ethicon US, LLC	$138 Mesh $132	Sutures $6
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.	$125 $125
Other	$571 Dermagraft $122	ON-Q* PUMP AND ACCESSORIES $108	SurgiMend $102	DSUVIA $54	Dermatology and Wound Care $54	Other $132

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,318

Biography

Dr. Donna Tepper is a plastic surgery and general surgery specialist. After attending Tulane University School of Medicine, she completed her residency training at Henry Ford Hospital and a hospital affiliated with Tulane University. Clinical interests for Dr. Tepper include facial problems, phototherapy (light therapy), and neurofibromatosis. On average, patients gave her a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Tepper's hospital/clinic affiliations include Henry Ford Hospital, Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital, and Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital. According to Doctor.com, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI.