Nizar Zein, MD
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Dr Zein is the Chief of Hepatology and the inaugural endowed holder of the Mikati Foundation Chair in Liver Diseases. He received several awards, including the American Liver Foundation Scholar Award, the Cleveland Clinic Innovator Award and the Distinguished Faculty Award for Research Mentorship. He has been recognized for academic excellence by the Syrian American Medical Society and honored for his leadership and community service by the Ana G. Mendez University of Puerto Rico as the recipient of Presidential Medal in 2011. He was elected to the Board of Governors of the Cleveland Clinic in 2015.
Dr Zein’s research focuses on improving disease and treatment outcome in patients with the Hepatitis C virus before and after liver transplantation. He has authored over 200 publications, and has been the Principal Investigator of several large clinical trials. He holds several patents and established a research group at Cleveland Clinic focused on 3D printing of solid organs.
Dr. Zein is actively involved in the education of fellows and residents being trained at the Cleveland Clinic. He has been recognized by the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine Teacher of the Year, a distinction that reflects his commitment to the education and mentorship of young physicians.
Dr Zein has served as the Editor of “The Year in Gastroenterology and Hepatology” associate editor of the American Journal of Gastroenterology, Special Section Editor of “Liver Transplantation” and an editorial board member of Hepatology and Gastroenterology & Hepatology.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2002
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Mayo Clinic
Adult & Pediatric Gastroentero
Rochester,
MN USA
1996
Residency - Medical College of Ohio Hospitals
Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Toledo,
OH USA
1992
Internship - Medical College of Ohio Hospitals
Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Toledo,
OH USA
1989
Medical Education - MetroHealth Medical Center
Research
Cleveland,
OH USA
1988
Medical Education - Tishreen University Faculty of Medicine
Lattakia,
Syria
1986
Additional Training
- Mayo Clinic Scholar 1996-1997
Professional Highlights
- Chairman, Global Patient Services
- Mikati Foundation Endowed Chair in Liver Diseases and Transplantation
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
Specialty Interests
Liver disease, liver transplantation, cirrhosis, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, portal hypertension, Wilson's disease, hemochromatosis, autoimmune hepatitis, cholangitis, Budd Chiari, diagnostic and therapeutic EGD (upper endoscopy) and colonoscopy. Medical school education.
Awards & Honors
- Medical College of Ohio most outstanding resident award 1992
- Mayo Clinic J Arnold Bargen Award for outstanding achievement in Gastroenterology training 1996
- American Liver Foundation Scholar Award 1997
- Innovator Award, Cleveland Clinic 2004
- Physician of the Year, Cleveland Clinic International Center 2005
- Innovator Award, cleveland Clinic 2006
- Academic Achievement Award, Syrian American Medical Society 2007
- Mikati Foundation Endowed Chair in Liver Diseases and Transplantation 2007
- Top Doctors in Cleveland, Cleveland Magazine 2007
- Teacher of the year, Cleveland Clinic 2008
Innovations & Patents
- NS5 and Core proteins in inducing protective antibodies, MMV # 99-073
- Inhaled liposomal IL-2 in the treatment of chronic HCV infection, MMV # 01-022
- Etanercept as an adjuvant to interferon and ribavirin for patients with chronic hepatitis C infection, MMV # 03-07
- A novel assay using ascetic fluid Lactoferrin to diagnose spontaneous bacterial peritonitis and other bacterial infections in patients with liver cirrhosis (CCF, 2004)
- Non-invasive diagnostic test (serum cytokeratin-18) for patients with suspected nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (serial # 60/801,728)
Memberships
- American College of Gastroenterology
- American Gastroenterology Association
- American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases
- Syrian-American Medical Society
Research & Publications
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85 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.7 | |
| Listens | 3 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.7 |
6 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 13, 2024
The doctor was excellent during his discussions with me.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2024
Both doctors were very kind and I felt comfortable in their care. Pleasant doctors and nice personalities and answered questions I had about my condition.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2024
Dr Nizar has great bedside manners. He Is Very knowledgeable of the field and answers all your questions as well as being thorough checking your history as well as test, procedures, etc, neededz
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2023
The doctor asked his questions respectfully and listened to my answers carefully.
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2023
I was very impressed with this doctor. I felt I was in good hands. I appreciated that he talked to my husband once I was back in the prep area to alleviate any concerns he might have had and also came back and talked to me when I was awake. Very kind man.
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2023
I had an appointment with Dr.Zein because Dr. Sobia Lique called in sick. I was so pleased with him and he accepted me as a patient in the future. Very knowledgeable and great bedside manner.