Melissa Li-Ng, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6568
- Desk:
- 216.445.6260
- Fax:
- 216.444.3474
Treatment & Services
- Blood Tests
- General Endocrinology
- Medical Weight Management
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Acromegaly
- Addison's Disease
- Adrenal disorders
- Adrenal insufficiency
- Adrenal Tumors
- Amenorrhea
- Androgen Deficiency (Low Testosterone)
- Androgen Excess
- Beta-cell disorders
- Calcium Disorders
- Carcinoid Syndrome
- Conn's Syndrome
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Diabetes
- Diabetes - Management
- Diabetes, Gestational
- Empty sella
- Endocrine Complications of Pregnancy
- Endocrine Disorders
- Familial Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
- Fasting hypoglycemia
- Galactorrhea
- Goiter
- Growth hormone deficiency
- Growth hormone excess
- Hirsutism
- Hyperaldosteronism
- Hyperandrogenism
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyperprolactinemia
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypertriglyceridemia
- Hypocalcemia
- Hypogonadism
- Hypoparathyroidism
- Hypophysitis
- Hypopituitarism
- Hypothyroidism
- Ketogenic Diet
- Klinefelter Syndrome
- McCune-Albright Syndrome
- Menopause
- Menopause, Male
- Metabolic Diseases
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Neuropathy - Diabetic
- Obesity
- Osteoporosis
- Pancreatic Endocrine Tumors
- Panhypopituitarism
- Pheochromocytoma
- Pituitary Cysts
- Pituitary Disorders
- Pituitary stalk lesions
- Pituitary Tumors
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Primary Hyperaldosteronism
- Prolactin Excess States
- Prolactinoma
- Reactive hypoglycemia
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
- Sexual Hormone disorders
- Tertiary hyperparathyroidism
- Thyroid and pregnancy
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Disease
- Thyroid Nodule
- Vitamin D Deficiency
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View All PlansAbout Melissa Li-Ng, MD
Dr. Melissa Li-Ng received her undergraduate degree from Columbia University and then received her medical degree from Stony Brook School of Medicine in New York. She completed her medical residency at New York University Medical Center. She proceeded to do a research fellowship at the Bone Mineral Research Center at Winthrop University Hospital in New York, doing research on osteoporosis, vitamin D and bone metabolism. Dr. Li-Ng then completed her endocrinology fellowship at Georgetown University Hospital and Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. She joined the Endocrinology Department in July 2009. She served as the Associate Program Director of the endocrinology fellowship program from 2011 to 2014. In 2014, Dr. Li-Ng joined Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, helping to establish the endocrinology department when the hospital opened in 2015. She served as the Chief of Medical Informatics from 2016 to 2017. Dr. Li-Ng returned to Cleveland in August 2017 as an Enterprise Physician Advisor in Medical Operations and as a Staff Physician in the Endocrinology and Metabolism Institute. She was appointed the interim Chair of the Endocrinology and Metabolism Institute from March 2018 to January 2019, overseeing the endocrinology and endocrine surgery departments. In April 2019, she was appointed Medical Director for the Cleveland Clinic Connected collaboration with Luye Medical Group. In this role, Dr. Li-Ng is the Chief Physician representing Cleveland Clinic for the Luye Medical Group in Shanghai, China, and provides end-to-end leadership to furthering the goals of this initiative.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2017
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Georgetown University Hospital
Endocrinology
Washington,
DC USA
2009
Fellowship - Winthrop University Hospital
Endocrinology
Mineola,
NY USA
2007
Residency - New York University Medical Center
Internal Medicine
New York,
NY USA
2006
Medical Education - State University of New York Stony Brook School of Medicine
Stony Brook,
NY USA
2003
Undergraduate - Columbia University
New York,
NY USA
1999
Professional Highlights
- Medical Director, Cleveland Clinic Connected - Luye Medical Collaboration (April 2019-present)
- Interim Chair, Endocrinology and Metabolism Institute (March 2018-Jan 2019)
- Chief, Medical Informatics, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (2016-2017)
- Associate Program Director, Endocrinology Fellowship (2011-2014)
- Executive Member, Admissions Committee, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine (2011-2014)
- Reviewer, Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
- Member, FDA Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes Advisory Committee
- Fellow, American College of Physicians
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
- Internal Medicine
Specialty Interests
Thyroid disease, diabetes, pituitary disease, polycystic ovarian syndrome, menopause, osteoporosis, parathyroid gland disease, adrenal gland disorders, vitamin D deficiency
Awards & Honors
- 2009 - Recipient of C. Bertram Hoffberger Research Achievement Award for Outstanding Clinical - Georgetown University Hospital
- 2006 - Recipient of Empire Clinical Research Investigator Program (ECRIP) research grant, BoneMineral Research Center, Winthrop University Hospital
- 1997-1999 - Recipient of Wallace Taylor Memorial Scholarship, Columbia University, New York, NY
Memberships
- Endocrine Society
- American Thyroid Association
- American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
- American College of Physicians
Research & Publications
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64 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Explains | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
27 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 21, 2021
Great way to see my Doctor without the drive downtown. She took her time and made me feel important to her.
Reviewed on May 21, 2021
She is amazing. Best doctor I have ever had for anything.
Reviewed on May 14, 2021
Dr. Melissa Li Ng was fantastic. she ordered more test that my endocrinologist in Greensboro had not thought. the test indicated an area that could possibly be the source of my issues.
Reviewed on May 14, 2021
This doctor was the most knowledgeable and genuinely caring doctor I have ever had. She took as much time as I needed and answered all my questions in a way that I understood. I wish all doctors were like her.
Reviewed on May 7, 2021
The best Doctor and team I have ever worked with!
Reviewed on May 7, 2021
Dr. Li-Ng and Dr. Isaacs are the best around! Knowledgeable, friendly, and compassionate.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2021
One of the most intelligent, kindest, and most thorough doctors I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She treats me like a PERSON and empathizes with my pain. Other providers could learn much about how to treat their patients by watching her.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2021
Dr. Li Ng is the most sincere, caring and compassionate care giver i have had throughout my time as a patient at Cleveland Clinic.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2021
it is always nice to see the doctors face to face, but it is comforting to know that they provide the same care and attention on a video visit.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2021
Dr. Li Ng is awesome physician. She is very responsive and transparent with her understanding of my medical condition. I like the fact that she explains how the medication works based on the dosing and my personal factors. It really helps me understand my health issues so much better.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2021
Absolutely fabulous!! I have been suffering with low blood glucose episodes almost daily for going on 2 years. the doctor quickly figured out likely causes...I am VERY grateful!!
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2021
My virtual visits with Dr. Ling are always thorough. All of my questions, care and concerns are always addressed. Very professional and kind.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2021
I am very blessed to have Dr. Melissa Li-Ng as my doctor. She is always professional, thorough and kind. She is always on top of my care and what's best for my overall health and well-being.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2020
Dr. Li-Ng consistently demonstrates warmth, care and great expertise in our interactions. She is such an asset to the Clinic!
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2020
absolutely fabulous experience. my physician retired so setting up new physician appointment can be very stressful but my experience was effortless!!
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2020
was so very pleased with my physician. she was very detailed with her explanations and enlisted my opinions and wants with all choices in my healthcare plan. this was a very positive experience!!!!
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2020
Dr. Li-Ng was very kind and compassionate. she took her time with me , which I greatly appreciated.
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2020
Dr.Li-Ng is very knowledgeable and always shows empathy for her patients. She is an asset for the Clinic because she her quest for knowledge and research is indispensable.
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2020
Dr. Li Ng is such an amazing doctor. She is caring, always professional and very knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2020
Dr. Li Ng is the best!
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2020
i was imprest with dr li-ng she is very professional and nice i will like her as my new dr.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2020
love Dr. Li Ng. She is percise, answers all my questions. She's one if the most knowledgeable Doctors I've ever had, yet she is compassionate.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2020
My visit with Dr Li-Ng was everything I hoped it would be. All my concerns were addressed. Our discussion and relevant instructions were printed out for me to take home. And information was shared with my home doctor. My visit was excellent!
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2020
i have never had in person visit to compare to, but the provider was excellent
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2020
beyond excellent physician
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2020
Dr was very personable and professional. you could tell when the wheels were turning. she answered things 2 other endos couldn't, and she was correct.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2020
Melissa Li Ng MD was very nice and helpful!