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Department Orthopaedic Surgery
Primary Location Hillcrest Hospital
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon Yes
Locations Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Fracture Care
  • Orthopaedics
  • Trauma Treatment
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Biography

About Damien Billow, MD

Damien Billow, MD, is a staff physician in the department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Cleveland Clinic. He trained in Orthopaedics at the Cleveland Clinic Orthopaedic Residency Program, and did additional training in Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery at Vanderbilt University. He specializes in acute fracture care of the upper and lower extremities, including pelvis and acetabulum.  He also treats nonunion and malunion fractures.

He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, as well as a member of the Orthopedic Trauma Association.

Dr. Billow is interested in new techniques in fracture care and nonunions, as well as teaching others. He won the Resident Teacher of the Year Award in 2015.  He is involved in research on Vitamin D, nonunion and hip fractures.

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2012

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Orthopaedic Trauma
Nashville, TN
2012

Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Orthopaedic Surgery
Cleveland, OH
2011

Internship - Loyola University Medical Center
General Surgery
Maywood, IL
2007

Undergraduate - Harvard University
Boston, MA
2002

Medical Education - University of Toledo College of Medicine
Toledo, OH

Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Specialty Interests

Orthopaedic trauma, fracture care including nonunions, malunions, pelvis and acetabulum fractures

Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

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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 7/8/2024, Dr. Billow has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. 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

206 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
4.7 out of 5
Explains 4.7
Listens 4.6
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.8
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.7

21 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2024

Dr Billow was very nice and answered all of our questions.

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2024

Dr Billow outlined the best option for the procedure needed and what to expect.

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024

Great Dr., great team!

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024

I was very pleased with Dr. Billow and his staff. I would definitely return if I have a reason to need him.

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024

I found the dr.to be arrogant and bad bedside manner

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024

The Resident and Dr. Billows were very compassionate, concerned and open to all my questions or concerns. They explained the way I broke my wrist included me in decisions for the treatment plan. They spent necessary time to go through everything, I didn't feel rushed at all and gave me clear instructions for home care. This practice really cares for their patients I would highly recommend them to anyone needing orthopedic or Rheumatology care.

Reviewed on Sep 4, 2024

Dr. Billow did a fabulous job of repairing the damage to my heel. I am grateful for his expertise and skill.

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024

I would recommend this practice to anyone who asked about it. Everyone there was kind, professional and kind.Dr. Billow himself was straightforward and caring.

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024

Dr. Billow was very informative and kind

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024

Saw the dr for less than 1 minute.

Reviewed on May 15, 2024

The day of my emergency department visit, I was able to get an appointment the next business day. Dr. Billow and every member of his staff worked effectively together to take care of all my needs and concerns.

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

Great doctor. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

Excellent doctor.

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2024

Love Dr. Billow has my Orthopedics doctor.

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2024

Dr spent about 5 min while someone pulled up X-rays. Again I had to get going after 40 min wait

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024

The treatment I have received from nurses to tech and especially Dr.Billow has been amazing.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2024

Dr.Billow continues to be attentive and compassionate as always.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2024

Because of the complexity of my injuries, I come to the appointment with multiple questions. Dr Billow and his PA Tony are patient in answering all my questions and excellent at including me in the decisions about my care.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2024

Excellent care by Dr Billow

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023

Dr. Billow is the best

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2023

Dr Billow and his assistants were excellent professionals and very nice people! I was very satisfied with the attention and services received in your office. What a difference from the other doctors who saw me at UH! Thanks a lot!

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