About
Jeffrey Herman, DO, FACOI is a board-certified osteopathic internist with 30 years of experience practicing in Oakland County, Michigan. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Michigan State University in 1982, then his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences in Des Moines, Iowa in 1986. He completed an internship at Oakland General Osteopathic Hospital in Madison Heights before finishing his internal medicine residency through a consortium of programs, including Botsford Hospital, Detroit Osteopathic Hospital, Bi-County Community Hospital, and Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Farmington Hills. The American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine certifies him in his specialty.
Dr. Herman holds clinical faculty membership at Detroit Medical Center Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, where he mentors internal medicine residents. He serves as Medical Director of Hope at Home, a home care agency, and maintains staff privileges at Ascension Providence Park Hospital in Novi and Detroit Medical Center Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Commerce. His clinical interests focus on metabolic syndrome, nutrition, diabetes, and hypertension. He believes good healthcare starts with mutual trust and respect between doctor and patient. He collaborates with patients directly, listening to their concerns and ideas before building a care plan together.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Michigan State University, Bachelor of Science, Psychology 1982
Medical School
University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences, Des Moines, IA — Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine 1986
Residency
Internal Medicine, Botsford Hospital / Detroit Osteopathic Hospital / Bi-County Community Hospital / Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Farmington Hills, MI (1987-1990)
Additional Training
Internship: Oakland General Osteopathic Hospital, Madison Heights, MI (1986-1987)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Herman right for?
Dr. Herman is well-suited for adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or metabolic syndrome. Patients who want an internist deeply involved in both prevention and hospital-level advocacy will find his approach compelling. He works especially well with patients who value a collaborative relationship and want active input in their care plans. Adults seeking a physician who remains available after hours and maintains hospital privileges for continuity of care are a strong fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Herman focuses on metabolic syndrome, diabetes, hypertension, and nutrition-related health concerns. These areas represent his deepest clinical interests alongside his broad internal medicine practice. He integrates disease prevention and wellness planning into his management of these conditions.
Yes. The American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine certifies Dr. Herman in internal medicine. He holds the DO and FACOI designations, reflecting his osteopathic training and fellowship in the American College of Osteopathic Internists.
Dr. Herman earned his medical degree from the University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences in Des Moines, Iowa in 1986. He completed his internship at Oakland General Osteopathic Hospital and his internal medicine residency through a consortium that included Botsford Hospital, Detroit Osteopathic Hospital, and Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Herman has practiced internal medicine in Oakland County, Michigan for 30 years. He has served patients in both Milford and Farmington Hills throughout his career.
Yes. Dr. Herman holds staff privileges at Ascension Providence Park Hospital in Novi and Detroit Medical Center Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Commerce. He considers hospital advocacy a core responsibility for his patients.
Dr. Herman builds care plans collaboratively. He listens to each patient's concerns, thoughts, and ideas before working together with them to determine a path forward. He views mutual trust and respect as the foundation of effective healthcare.
Yes. Dr. Herman serves on the clinical faculty at Detroit Medical Center Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, where he mentors internal medicine residents. He also serves as Medical Director of Hope at Home, a home care agency.
Dr. Herman believes healthy living requires balance between the demands of modern life and the body's need for proper rest, nutrition, and exercise. He works with patients to close that gap and reduce the physical and mental toll of chronic imbalance.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026