Andrew Franko, MD

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To assure professional and commercial integrity in such matters, Cleveland Clinic maintains a program that reviews these collaborations and, when appropriate, puts measures in place to minimize bias that may result from ties to industry. Cleveland Clinic publicly discloses the names of companies when (i) its physicians/scientists receive $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) for speaking and consulting, (ii) its physicians/scientists serve as a fiduciary, (iii) its physicians/scientists receive or have the right to receive royalties or (iv) its physicians/ scientists hold any equity interest for the physician's/scientist's role as inventor, discoverer, developer, founder or consultant.* In publicly disclosing this information, Cleveland Clinic tries to provide information as accurately as possible about its physicians' and scientists' connections with industry.

As of 5/31/2019, Dr. Franko has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.

Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.

* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.

Patient Satisfaction Reviews

59 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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 4.8 out of 5
Explains	4.8
Listens	4.8
Courtesy, Respect & Concern	4.8
Knows Medical History	4.6
Time Spent with Patient	4.8
Patient Rating of Doctor	4.8

6 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2019

Dr.Franco was amazing. HE LISTENED TO ME.!!! He never rushed me. I appreciated his calming voice. This was the first time I met him. He showed he cared about me as a person.

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2019

dr Frank is a great dr. he actually listens to you.

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2019

Dr. Franko listens. I mean really listens. He looks at me when talking, not at the computer screen. He understands my concerns and the issues surrounding my life. I am grateful that he is my health care provider.

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2019

got right in, doctor Franco took care of me first appointment. well done

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2019

Looked directly at me when speaking: explained his concern regarding my health issues; I feel very comfortable with this physician and would recommend him to friends.

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2019

Dr. Franco takes time to talk and listen. He recognizes my desire to limit any medication. He makes an effort to understand me as a person, not just a bunch of symptoms.

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