Dr. Michael Ducato, M.D., P.C.
Dr. Ducato is a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician who has over a decade of medical experience His training began with successful completion of undergraduate studies in biology at Wayne State University in Detroit. After which, he completed his medical school training at St. George’s University in Grenada. From there, he underwent a transitional year of General Surgery training at St. John Medical Center in Detroit prior to successfully completing his Family Practice residency at Resurrection Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. His areas of interest include primary care, weight management, and mental health.
While he is not practicing medicine he enjoys spending time with his family, engaging in physical exercise, cooking and entertaining with friends and family.
Michelle Samarian-Ducato
Michelle Samarian-Ducato was born and raised in the Detroit Metropolitan Area. She completed her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Wayne State University and is a board-certified Physician Assistant. Michelle’s years of experience as a Dermatology PA have cultivated her passion for treating various dermatological conditions. Her areas of interest are medical dermatology in a primary care setting, minor dermatological surgeries, and aesthetic procedures. She is dedicated to providing patients with a compassionate and individualistic approach to skin health and anti-aging.
In her free time, Michelle enjoys spending time with her family. She is married (to Dr. Ducato!) and has two young daughters. She loves Michigan’s four seasons, cooking, working outdoors and do-it-yourself projects.
Kristine Balavitch
Kristine Balavitch is a nationally certified physician assistant with a special interest in women’s health. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Biology at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She then earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Eastern Michigan University. She has most recently practiced in reproductive health and urgent care. She is certified by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants.
Kristine lives in Riverview with her husband. When not spending time with family and friends, she enjoys reading, cycling, yoga, and baking. She is excited to join Dr. Ducato’s practice and she looks forward to meeting you.
