Robert K. Cleary, MD

Manak Sood, MD, FACS, is board-certified in cardiothoracic surgery. Dr. Sood has authored a children’s health storybook and is the editor of a textbook on robotic surgery. Dr. Sood presently serves as the head of Trinity Health IHA Medical Group Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery and is the director of the Center for Robotic Surgery at Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital. He is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Sood’s clinical interests include robotic cardiac surgery, anti-arrhythmia procedures, and conventional bypass and valvular surgery. He is also a strong advocate for teaching young people about the dangers of smoking.

Beth-Ann Shanker, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon and colon & rectal surgeon. Dr. Shanker has clinical interests in robotic surgery and minimally invasive techniques, colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic floor disorders, fecal incontinence and anorectal disorders.

Andrew Pruitt, MD, is board-certified in thoracic surgery. In caring for patients, Dr. Pruitt has clinical interests in aortic aneurysms, bypass surgery and valve surgery. Outside of practice, Dr. Pruitt is actively involved in the local healthcare community. He also served in the US Army Reserve for 19 years and completed his service with the rank of Lt. Colonel. Dr. Pruitt is also the chair of Department of Surgery and medical director of Surgical Services at Trinity Health IHA Medical Group.