Susan Mathai, MD
Primary Location
Avon - Richard E. Jacobs Health Center
- Appointment:
- 440.695.4000
- Desk:
- 440.695.4000
- Fax:
- 440.695.4339
Additional Locations
Rheumatologic and Immunologic Disease
Avon Hospital
33300 Cleveland Clinic Blvd
Avon, OH 44011
Directions
- Appointment:
- 440.695.4000
- Desk:
- 440.695.4000
- Fax:
- 440.695.4339
Treatment & Services
- Administration of Injectable Medications for Osteoporosis
- Adult Rheumatology
- Bone Density Testing
- Clinical Trials
- Cortisone Injections
- Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA)
- General Rheumatology
- Hyaluronic Acid (HA)
- Hyaluronic Acid Injections
- Immunoglobulin Infusion
- Immunotherapy
- Infusion Therapy
- Infusions of Biologic Agents on Site
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Joint Preservation Center
- Medical Management of Early Osteoarthritis
- Medication Management
- Musculoskeletal Evaluation
- Musculoskeletal Medicine
- Musculoskeletal Treatment for Joint Pain
- Osteoporosis Diagnosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: How to Treat
- Rheumatology
- Steroid Injections
- Therapeutic Injections
- Ultrasound-Guided Procedures
- Viscosupplementation
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- AIDS
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Arthritis of the Hand
- Arthritis of the Hip
- Arthritis of the Knee
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Arthritis of the Thumb Base
- Arthritis of the Wrist
- Autoimmune Disease
- Autoinflammatory Syndromes
- Behcet's Disease
- Benign Hypermobility Joint Syndrome
- Buerger's Disease
- Bursitis
- Calcification Tendinitis
- Calcinosis
- Central Nervous System Vasculitis
- Chondrocalcinosis (Pseudo Gout)
- Churg-Strauss Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Diseases
- Connective Tissue Disorders
- Cryoglobulinemia
- Dermatomyositis
- Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF)
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Gout
- Gout Arthritis
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (Wegener’s)
- Hand Pain
- Hand Problems
- Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
- Hip Disorders
- Hip Pain
- HIV
- Immunodeficiency
- Immunosuppression
- Iritis
- Joint Pain
- Knee Joint Disorders
- Knee Pain
- Lupus
- Lupus Anticoagulant
- Lupus Nephritis
- Metabolic Bone Disease
- Metabolic Diseases
- Microscopic Polyangiitis (MPA)
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Musculoskeletal Impairments
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myositis
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the Hips in the Elderly
- Osteoarthritis of the Knees in the Elderly
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Osteoporosis in Men
- Osteoporosis Related to Cancer
- Paget's Disease
- Painful Joints
- Palindromic Rheumatism
- Panuveitis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyositis
- Pseudogout
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Radiculopathy
- Raynaud's Phenomenon
- Reactive Arthritis
- Relapsing Polychondritis
- Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis and Heart Disease
- Sacroiliitis
- Sarcoidosis
- Scleritis
- Scleroderma
- Shoulder Pain
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Spondylitis
- Spondyloarthropathy
- Spondylosis
- Steroid-Induced Osteoporosis
- Systemic Autoimmune Diseases
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Tendinosis
- Tendonitis
- Tenosynovitis
- Trigger Finger
- Vitamin D Deficiency
Insurance
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View All PlansEducation & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2006
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of Maryland Hospital
Rheumatology
Baltimore,
MD USA
2005
Residency - Michael Reese Hospital & Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Chicago,
IL USA
2002
Medical Education - PSG Institute of Medical Science & Research
MD
India
1998
Internship - PSG Institute of Medical Science & Research
Internal Medicine
India
1998
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Rheumatology
Specialty Interests
General rheumatology, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis
Research & Publications
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248 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
Overall | Star Ratings | |
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Explains | 4.8 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
42 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024
She was very good
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024
Ancillary services was a mess she ordered xrays and radiology only did one and we were.forced to return and when we did they did not have orders for all the xrays the doctor said she wanted and we has to wait 30 min to get that clarified and handled
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024
It was a wonderful experience! Dr. Mathi was compassionate and kind and concerned. She listened and acted! I am so grateful!
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024
Dr. Mathi explained her plan to me and what the process would be and what to expect. She was so very kind!
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024
My "good" is also very good. I use it in case I want to give an extra good somewhere. Dr Mathai was very understanding of my concerns regarding medications and side effects. I left feeling that she listened and had input into my own care.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2024
Excellent Dr was so kind understanding knowledgeable. She was special When I left her I felt totally lucky to have seen her
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
Dr. Nathan was wonderful. She listened to me and was patient and had a wonderful bed side manner.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2024
Dr. Mathai is a wonderful, compassionate, and clearly an outstanding physician.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2023
I have always felt well taken care of and safe with Dr. Mathai and her staff. Thank you for providing such an outstanding doctor to help me with my health issues.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2023
I really had other questions, but I felt that I didn't have the time I needed to tell her about the problems I was having. She seemed to be in a hurry, and I just didn't do anything more. I seem to be having a problem getting a doctor that is a good fit for me. I left my previous doctor's practice for some of the same reasons, I was with Dr. Mathai for about 5-10 minutes. I got the Impression that she didn't have more time for me.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023
Dr. Mathai was the only doctor who made comments on my test results! I was so thankful for her feedback!!
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2023
UNDERSTANDING HOW VERY BUSY DR.MATHI IS BUT SHE ALWASE HAS TO SPEND SOME EXTRA TIME WITH AND HAS VERY GOOD INSIGHT INTO MY NEEDS
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2023
Very good staff and doctor
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2023
Great experience. Very good doctor
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2023
The vidio visit was to review my status and renew my related medications and lab work. Dr. Mathai was very attentive to my needs and issues. I would, in the future prefer an in person visit to better assess my treatment as I am sure the doctor agrees, and I will schedule my next visit within the time frame suggested by Dr. Mathai
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2023
We did not have much discussion. Dr. Mathai has already explained that my condition is aggressive, so there is not much more to be said. She was clearly having a busy day.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2023
Doctor Mathi treats you with you so much care and understanding. She always goes above and beyond. Can't say enough about her
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
My appointments with Dr mathia have always gone well everyone has always been considerate , and respectful.
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2023
Dr. Mathai is a very thorough doctor, and she is also a very good listener to all of our questions.She gives us time to tallk to her about health issues.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2023
Dr. Mathai gave me all the time I needed to ask her all the questions I had. She was so caring and easy to talk to. I liked her very much and am glad to keep her as my rheumatologist.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2023
Very good experience with doctor and her concerns.
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2023
She listens to me and answers all my questions! Excellent doctor!
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2023
This was my first visit with Dr Mathai. She was the epitome of professionalism. I was pleasantly surprised with the care that I received. I highly recommend this physician for my family and friends in need of care.
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2023
Dr Mathai was excellent and extremely helpful
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2023
The doctor was very dismissive of my health concerns, almost like she was annoyed I was there
Reviewed on Aug 25, 2023
Dr. Mathai and her entire team are amazing.
Reviewed on Aug 25, 2023
Dr. Mathai is informative, kind and responsive. She listens and then she responds. She and her team are also readily available through Mychart chat.
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2023
Dr. Susan Mathai is such a caring person. She allowed me to discuss my concerns and helped me through them with real concern and care.
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2023
Dr.Mathai is the best!
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2023
She is extremely kind. Informative concerned probably the nicest doctor I've ever had.
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
She took the time to really listen to me and did not encourage medication as the only option
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2023
Dr. Mathai is a caring, wonderful person. She is kind and concerned about her patients. My husband is also her patient. She is our advocate in the CCF system and we trust her.
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2023
Dr Mathai is a kind doctor with a nice bedside manner. I found her to be flexible and worked with my comfort levels regarding various treatments. I hope I can find an orthopedic equally as good.
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2023
Dr. Mathai is very understanding and thoughtful in her treatment approach.
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2023
I was so happy & at peace with how well my appointment went with Dr. Mathai!!!
Reviewed on May 31, 2023
Dr. Mathai is awesome, she is so caring and always on top of her game. The best doctor I ever had
Reviewed on May 15, 2023
Excellent doctor!!!
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2023
I love this doctor. She's an active listener, she really involves herself in the Issues and then giving you answers that are helpful and or honest. What an excellent appointment this was.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023
She goes over and about thoroughly about all the issues
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023
Great staff, great DOC understood my my medical problem will stay with team.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023
Outstanding doctor who cares
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
Dr. Has treated me for many years, and I have steadily improved over time, in spite of advancing age. I owe much of my current quality of life to this physician.