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Department General Surgery
Primary Location South Pointe Hospital Medical Office Building
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon Yes
Locations
South Pointe Hospital Medical Office Building
Primary Location

South Pointe Hospital Medical Office Building

Appointment:
216.491.7861
Desk:
216.491.7861
Fax:
216.491.7690
Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • 48-hour Bravo Esophageal pH Test
  • Achalasia Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Endoscopic Zenker's Diverticulum Surgery
  • Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Pacemaker
  • GERD Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
  • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery for Achalasia
  • Per Oral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM)
  • Per Oral Pyloromyotomy (POP)
  • Upper Endoscopy
View all 14 Treatment & Services +

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Abdominal Hernia
  • Achalasia
  • Acid Reflux
  • Benign Tumors of the Small Bowel
  • Collis Nissen/Nissen
  • Diaphragmatic Hernia
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)
  • Gastrointestinal Malignancies
  • Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST)
  • Gastroparesis
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Small Bowel Cancer
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Zenker's Diverticulum
View all 15 Specialties +
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Biography

About Matthew Allemang, MD

Matthew Allemang, MD, is a general surgeon trained in advanced laparoscopy and surgical endoscopy, primarily based at South Pointe Hospital Cleveland Clinic in Warrensville Heights, Ohio.   He is licensed by the State Medical Board of Ohio and board-certified by the American Board of Surgery.  His specialty interests include advanced laparoscopic surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, surgical endoscopy, and abdominal wall reconstruction.

After earning a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical engineering from the University of Toledo, Dr. Allemang received his medical degree from the Ohio State University College of Medicine.

Dr. Allemang has co-authored many articles and book chapters that have appeared in leading medical journals such as Surgical Endoscopy, Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery, and the American Journal of Surgery.  He has been involved in numerous research projects in his field including novel used for a magnetic grasper in laparoscopic surgery, per oral pyloromyotomy (POP), and NOTES.

His professional memberships include the American College of Surgeons, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons.

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2016

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery & Flexible Surgical Endoscopy
Cleveland, OH
2017

Residency - University Hospitals Case Medical Center
General Surgery
Cleveland, OH
2016

Medical Education - The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health
Columbus, OH
2009

Certifications

  • Surgery - General Surgery

Specialty Interests

Advanced Laparoscopic surgery, Surgical endoscopy, Surgical and endoscopic treatment of GERD, Achalasia, and Gastroparesis

Research & Publications

Research & Publications

See publications for Matthew Allemang, MD.

(Disclaimer: This search is powered by PubMed, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. PubMed is a third-party website with no affiliation with Cleveland Clinic.)

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 7/16/2024, Dr. Allemang 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

151 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
4.9 out of 5
Explains 4.9
Listens 4.9
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

23 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2024

Dr. Allemang is very caring and shows his knowledge of my condition and discusses my care with me.

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024

Dr. Allemang asks questions so he can tell how you are feeling and if you are having any problems. He Is very helpful with what to expect. He thoroughly answers any questions I have. I couldn't ask for a better doctor. He is great.

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024

If I was living in Ohio, I might prefer an in-patient visit but I live in Idaho. Since I have actually met with Dr Allemang in person quite a few times, the video conference seems to work well.

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2024

Dr. Allemang was great!

Reviewed on Aug 30, 2024

Dr. Allemang and staff are excellent!!!

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2024

Love my Doctor great bedside manner have complete trust in him. His staff was wonderful.

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024

Dr. Allemang has been one of the best doctors I have met with for treatment. I feel like he really cares about my health and wants me to be as healthy as possible. Especially before my GPOP procedure I felt like I was in great hands and I knew that everything was going to be okay.

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2024

Dr Allemang is very kind and helpful in answering all of my questions. He explained what was done in my surgery and what to expect.

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2024

Dr. Allemang is Awesome, he truly takes his time to hear what his patients has to say, he also takes the time to explain thoroughly. He is really nice and I am honored to have a Surgeon/Doctor that takes his time so I just want to say thank you so very much for everything you are truly the Best in providing Awesome care to me. Thank you also for caring it means a lot.

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2024

Nurse Shannon is truly Amazing also she takes the time to listen, she takes the time to explain thoroughly as well just like Dr. Allemang I want to say thank you so much Nurse Shannon you are truly a nice person also, and you are Awesome also I appreciate you both providing Amazing care to me. Thank you also for caring it means a lot.

Reviewed on May 29, 2024

Dr Allemang is wonderful

Reviewed on May 29, 2024

I did have to wait 4 months to get an appointment with my doctor

Reviewed on May 29, 2024

This doctor is wonderful very patient and listens to me, talks to me in layman terms

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024

Due to other medical issues Dr. A's asst, Stephanie Clemons,on short notice, had to coordinate all doctors, medical & Anesthesia for the EGD procedure. Great professional care. This was a great experience due to all concerned.

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024

Dr. Allemang has always been my favorite CC provider and he has continually provided excellent care for me.

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024

Dr Allemang saw me at South Point not at his office in Twinsburg and I wanted to thank him for that.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2024

Very kind dr explain every thing answers all my questions

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2024

Dr Allemang is wonderful. Top notch doctor.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024

I have always had the experiences when visiting Dr. Allemang. His patients are treated with kindness and compassion, He does everything to ensure his patients get the care they need.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024

Highly recommended!!! Dr Allemang and the staff are excellent

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2024

Very good experience. All staff was kind and courteous. Dr. Allemang did a fine job.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023

The doctor was very attentive and friendly. He answered any questions I had. I'm very happy having him as my doctor.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2023

I have been seeing Dr. Allemang since May 2023 and every experience has been GREAT! Everyone is nice and very helpful. Dr Allemang is wonderful and has made me feel like my health is very important to him. He shows a lot of compassion to me and I'm sure to his other patients as well. Outstanding services from staff and Dr Allemang

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