Ilana Kresch, CNM

Primary Location
Ridge Park Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Appointment:
- 216.398.5988
- Desk:
- 216.398.5988
- Fax:
- 216.398.5832
Treatment & Services
- Certified Nurse Midwife
- General Obstetrics And Gynecology
- Normal Vaginal Delivery
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Obstetrics and Family Maternity Center
- Prenatal Care
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Bacterial Vaginosis
- General Obstetrics
- Gynecologic Infections
- Labor and Delivery
- Menopause
- Pregnancy
- Vaginal Discharge
- Yeast Infections
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Ilana’s journey towards midwifery began with her own birth, and then through the births of her four younger sisters who were all born into the gentle hands of Certified Nurse Midwives. Though Ilana studied Spanish and World Religion at Kalamazoo College, her senior thesis was a full-length documentary on birth. After spending time in a birth center in Texas, she completed her midwifery and nursing education at Columbia University. Ilana has attended births at home, in a free standing birth center, in a New York City hospital, and now, is very happily attending births at Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital.
Ilana is energized by watching women transform into mothers both during prenatal care and the birth itself; she loves seeing the empowerment that comes from doing the hard work of bringing a baby to this world. Ilana strives to always involve a woman’s partner and children in the care she provides, as it lays strong groundwork for what lies ahead.
Ilana’s practice also encompasses a full range of primary health care services for women from adolescence to menopause. These services include annual gynecological visits, comprehensive family planning counseling, preconception and postpartum care.
Ilana believes in trusting normal health processes, and the appropriate use of intervention for current or potential health problems. She believes in a woman’s instinct, and sees her role as providing all the best and most current information so that people can make the best decisions for themselves. She also appreciates consultation and collaboration with her physician colleagues, as needed, to provide her clients with optimal health care.
In her spare time, Ilana enjoys getting to know her new town in Ohio, traveling the world, walking and spending time with her family.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2016
Education & Fellowships
Graduate - Columbia University
Nurse Midwifery
New York,
NY USA
2014
Internship - Maternidad La Luz
Midwife
El Paso,
TX USA
2012
Undergraduate - Kalamazoo College
Spanish Language & Literature
Kalamazoo,
MI USA
2010
Additional Training
- Out-of-hospital birth
- Perinatal loss and bereavement
Certifications
- Certified Nurse Midwife
Research & Publications
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39 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall | Star Ratings | |
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Explains | 4.8 | |
Listens | 4.8 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
Knows Medical History | 4.4 | |
Time Spent with Patient | 4.7 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.7 |
4 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 27, 2018
It took almost six weeks to get an appointment with Illana Kresh. Once I got in for my appointment, I found her very attentive and caring. I look forward to continuing to use her as my provider.
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2017
Illana is wonderful about relaying all options and the pros and cons of each
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2017
Alana was amazing to my boyfriend and I throughout our pregnancy. amazing experience.
Reviewed on May 27, 2017
My midwife, Ilana Kresch assisted in giving me the most beautiful birthing experience I could ask for, I will be forever grateful.