Ann Arbor, Michigan

Situated along the Huron River, Ann Arbor is located approximately 40 miles west of Detroit in the heart of southeastern Michigan. Ann Arbor has a current population of nearly 114,000 and is the seat of Washtenaw County. Since 1841, Ann Arbor has been the home of the University of Michigan. Today, Ann Arbor is nationally recognized for a tradition of excellence in education. The University of Michigan is regarded as one of the nation's top public universities, notable for its undergraduate education, research and graduate programs, and athletic teams. A significant part of the Ann Arbor health care community is the University of Michigan Medical Center, ranked in a 2004 U.S. News & World Report article as the nation's 11th best hospital.

Chartered as a city in 1851, Ann Arbor's strategic location along the Huron River, the Territorial Road, and the Michigan Central Railroad contributed to its development as a trading center and as a major regional transportation hub. During the course of the 20th century, Ann Arbor’s economy gradually shifted from a manufacturing base to a service and technology base, a shift which accelerated in the 1970s and 1980s. Today, the University of Michigan is Ann Arbor's largest employer, accounting for nearly 10 percent of the work force. The remaining jobs are predominately split between manufacturing, health care, automotive, information technology, and biomedical research fields.

Ann Arbor, Michigan has a long history of manufacturing activity, particularly during a time period when asbestos products were widely used. Exposure to asbestos-containing materials may put workers and loved ones at risk for mesothelioma cancer. For your convenience, we have listed mesothelioma cancer centers located in or near Ann Arbor at the bottom of this page. If you were exposed to asbestos in Ann Arbor, you may benefit from seeking the advice of a mesothelioma lawyer.

Jobsites in Ann Arbor where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Ann Arbor, MI have been identified as harboring asbestos containing materials. These sites, at one point in their history, were known to have exposed a variety of tradesmen to asbestos. We will be documenting in more detail how asbestos exposure occurred at these sites in the future on this web site.

Mesothelioma Cancer Centers Near Ann Arbor, MI

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Ann Arbor, MI. Please click on a cancer center link to obtain more information about the clinical programs offered, professional designations, areas of expertise and how to contact the center.

Mesothelioma Doctors Near Ann Arbor, MI

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors who are located within a 100 mile radius of Ann Arbor, MI. Please click on a doctor link to obtain more information about his/her background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations and office locations.