BIO

Brian T. Gietzen, MD

Dr. Gietzen is the Chief Medical Director for Legacy. He is the leader of the entire Medical Group, including the supervision of all the clinical staff. This ensures that the manner and level of care, and our communication to serve patient and family needs, are stellar and consistent across our entire medical team.

Dr. Gietzen started Legacy in 2002 to help put patients and their families in the center of the care process. His goal was to create a model that believes in engagement, customization, flexibility, and better outcomes.

Dr. Gietzen grew up in a family of physicians, and at a young age, he saw the difference that creating strong patient relationships makes in improving the quality of patients’ and families’ lives. Therefore, Dr. Gietzen’s passion is providing compassionate care and diligently coordinating across the entire care-giving team to dramatically improve the health and wellness of patients.

Dr. Gietzen takes pride in becoming a trusted resource and advocate for helping patients and their families coordinate overall care. Patients can rely on Legacy to connect the entire care team, whether they are hospital staff, home-care, or community-based nurses. Dr. Gietzen takes pride in being a trusted resource to manage complicated health-care delivery.

Dr. Gietzen received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and is a graduate of Wayne State University’s School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak.