Elias Dakwar, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston Hospital
- Appointment:
- 877.463.2010
- Desk:
- 954.659.5630
Additional Locations
Treatment & Services
- Brain Aneurysm Surgery
- Brain Biopsy
- Brain Tumor Diagnosis
- Brain Tumor Management
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Cervical Spine Surgery
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- Gamma Knife Treatment
- General Neurosurgery
- Lumbar Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Neck Surgery
- Neurological Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Spine Decompression
- Spine Tumor Removal And Reconstruction
- Stereotactic Brain Biopsy
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Stereotactic Surgery
- Surgery For Spinal Tumors
- Surgery For Spinal Vascular Malformations
- Thoracic Spine Surgery
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Acoustic Neuroma
- Adult Brain Tumors
- Aneurysm, Cerebral
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Brain Lymphoma
- Brain Metastases
- Cervical Infections
- Cervical Myelopathy
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Cervical Tumors
- Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Disorders
- Chiari Malformation
- Complex Cervical Deformities
- Complex Spinal Disorders
- Degenerative Spine Disease
- Dural Arteriovenous Fistula
- Herniated Disc
- Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Kyphosis
- Schwannoma
- Scoliosis
- Spinal Cancer
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Cord Vascular Malformations
- Spinal Deformity
- Spinal Dural Fistula
- Spinal Fractures
- Spinal Neoplasms
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Tumors
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylolysis
- Stenosis - Spinal
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Appointed
2017
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Shriners Hospital for Children
Pediatric Spine
Philadelphia,
PA USA
2013
Residency - University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
Neurological Surgery
2012
Medical Education - University of Rochester
Rochester,
NY USA
2005
Undergraduate - University of Buffalo Hospitals
Buffalo,
NY USA
2001
Certifications
- Neurological Surgery
Specialty Interests
Adult and adolescent scoliosis, complex spine reconstruction, deformities in the spine, degenerative spine conditions, minimally invasive surgery of the spine, spinal stenosis, spine tumors
Research & Publications
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As of 9/21/2021, Dr. Dakwar 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.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Dakwar receives fees of $5,000 or more per year as a paid consultant, speaker or member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Stryker Corporation
- Johnson & Johnson
- NuVasive, Inc.
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.
299 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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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
65 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Nov 10, 2021
Amazing staff. Very friendly, compassionate and professional. Dr. Dakwar is the only surgeon I would go to. I met with several others and there is no question who I will be returning to see, even living 4 hours away. You are very fortunate to have him.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2021
Dr. Dakwar is Top Shelf!
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2021
Dr Dakwar is the best surgeon I have ever encountered.!!
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2021
Dr. Dakwar is fantastic. I am grateful that he was able to do the surgery to repair my back.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2021
Dr. Dakwar is an excellent doctor and an outstanding surgeon.
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2021
Dr. Dakwar is a very good surgeon.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2021
Love Dr. Dakwar he is a great surgeon, he cares and takes time to listen to his patients. I had a spine fusion over two years ago and received excellent care, unfortunately having issues on another level of the spine now. I will continue under his care as I feel he is the best!
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2021
The Scheduling team follow up could be improved. My appointment from August 16 was canceled. I made numerous calls and was told someone will get back with you. Finally someone did get back to me and saw Dr Dakwar Oct. 13.
Reviewed on Sep 3, 2021
All 100% knowledgable. Interested and ease with communication and depth of understanding of issues that brought me to Dr Dakwar
Reviewed on Aug 18, 2021
Pleased to have meet dr dakwar, he explain me in details my condition and candidate to have a surgery now I'm hoping to get the surgery as soon as posible
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2021
The people working there for this appointment were all very nice, including Dr. Dakwar.
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2021
Excellent patient service from the nurse and Dr. Elias Dakwar.
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2021
Dr. Dakwar was amazing!!!! He was very professional, thorough, and has great patient rapport. So happy I was referred to him.
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2021
My daughter brought me who has been a client of Cleveland Clinic and spoke very highly of you. I felt the same thing and I was very comfortable with Dr. Dakwar. He was very knowledgeable and taught me some new things about my spine. Thank you very much
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2021
Dr dakwar is a wonderful neurosurgeon I would trust any kind of back surgery with him he's pleasant spend time with me n tells me what I need
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2021
I never had a bad experience with dr dakwar he gave me back my life for almost 4 years now I need a back fusion am I scared??? Yes!!! But I know I'll be in good hands
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2021
Love Dr Dakwar professional and caring! The best Dr in the universe!,His nurse jenice needs to have empathy.I don't understand how every time I book an appointment weeks in advance she either cancels it, reschedules it or tells me I have to come in earlier. Every single time!!!!. Poor patient treatment .I booked it at that time because it was the only time I was able to get away. Cancellations or reschedules last minute is unprofessional and shows lack of concern for patients!!!
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2021
My experience with Dr dakwar and staff was very good information and exam. Helped me make a difficult decision about surgery. I have confidence in a good outcome.
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2021
I recommend Dr dakwar.
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2021
It was a very good visitI felt confident that the dr gave me great advise
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2021
Amazing doctor. So glad I went to him for my surgery .
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2021
Dr. Dakwar gets a full 5 stars from me as personable, concerned, knowledgeable and skill set.
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2021
Dr Dakar is wonderful. Professional, patient, explains all in clear detail
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2021
Dr. Dakwar is extremely caring and concerned about me. I have complete confidence in him. I have recommended him to others.
Reviewed on Jun 25, 2021
Dr Elias Dakwar is the best surgeon I have ever encountered. He gave me back a quality of life
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2021
Dr Dakwar is an excellent surgeon and human being. I had back surgery in March 2021 and I couldn't be happier with the results. I no longer have back pain and overall, surgery, hospital stay and recovery period were a huge success. thank you doctor Dakwar for giving my life back. You are an extraordinary doctor and I feel very blessed yo be your patient!
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2021
I will love all my doctors appointment to be with you guys
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2021
Dr. Dakwar exceeded my every expectation. He demonstrated a superb knowledge base & bed side manner. I will happily travel to Florida, just to see Dr. Dakwar! He is exceptional! Holly Moldovan
Reviewed on May 14, 2021
Dr. Dakwar is Avery busy man which has its pros & cons. he is busy because from what I am able to ascertain he is an excellent neurosurgeon. however this does make it difficult to obtain an appointment in a timely fashion. This is not a complaint father it is a recognition of Dr. Dakwar's expertise.
Reviewed on May 14, 2021
I was quite favorably impressed by Dr. Dakwar. He pointed out to me a problem that others either missed or failed to mention to me. The fact that he & his team do surgeries much more complicated than mine is a plus. The fact that he can perform the surgery with minimum invasion is a plus. More importantly, of all the surgeons I have seen he genuinely seems to want to get me back to a like I can enjoy.
Reviewed on May 14, 2021
Dr Dakwar spent a lot of time with me to explain the options I have. He tried to contact my Oncologist while I was there to discuss my case. He was very thorough explaining my diagnostic results and very reassuring. I will definitely use Dr. Dakwar as my surgeon when the time comes.
Reviewed on May 5, 2021
Dr Dakwar was marvelous and approachable
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2021
I was treated with upmost respect and every question I had was answered. I am the lucky one to have him as my Dr. My life has changed so much for the better because of his surgical talent!! thank you!!
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2021
Dr Dakwar did spinal surgery on my on Tampa I am blessed he is at Cleveland Clinic! I refuse to let any one else treat me! if you want the BEST what more can I say? I go to the gym and walk! I am not saying I am 100% pain free but I am not a 45* bend I love this guy!Thank you Dr Sharone
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2021
Very professional... great doctor
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2021
Beyond my expectations. Previous attempts at finding a surgeon were met with "inoperable, over many years. Dr. Dakwar told me this isn't easy, but he does it routinely. I've been in pain many years. If he can help me, I'd owe him something that money can never buy.
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2021
I live in Miami and I don't mind coming this far to be treated byDr Elias Dakwar, he is very professional and caring
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2021
The doctor is great. His explanations were specific and to the point. I appreciate his thoroughness and thoughtfulness.
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2021
Couldn't have been more pleased with the care from Dr. Dakwar.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2021
I was extremely impressed with the physician who was very detailed in his explanations and showed legitimate care for my proposed treatment and arriving at a solution
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2021
I wish you had Excellent! There is no other spine surgeon in my mind better than Dr. Dakwar! To me he is G-d!
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2021
excellent doctor and great care
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2021
I highly recommend Dr. Dakwar, he is awesome!!!
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2021
Dr. Dakwar and his staff are truly the very best. He is empathetic, professional and just a caring and great doctor
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2021
It has been a blessing for me to have such a wonderful doctor as Dr. Dakwar. A great doctor who has done great things for me.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2021
Dr. Dakwar his PA were excellent!
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2021
My experience with Dr. Dakwar has been a very pleasant and courteous experience.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2021
Dr Dakwar and the staffs are the best I ever dealt with
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2021
Both Dr. Dakwar and his assistant were professional and explained every aspect of my condition, including aggressive and non-aggressive treatments.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2021
I have used Dr DAKWAR in the past and I think he is exceptional.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2021
Dr. Dakwar is an amazing Doctor, thanks to him my leg pain is gone, ( which was unbearable before the surgery) now I'm recovering, doing physical therapy and healing day by day.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2021
The doctor didn't go into detail as much as the other doctors I have sent my MRI to. He just suggested a couple of shots like it was no big deal. Also, I have shown the MRI to several doctors, and they all mentioned that I have spinal stenosis fairly bad, Dr Dakwar didn't bring it up and I forgot to. I was hoping for a solution to the pain that would fix the problems. To me the shots would just mask the pain and it would come back eventually. Had I not already talked to several other doctors my feelings might be quite a bit different.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2021
Dr. Dakwar, the very best. Excellent. Nurses,Techs fabulous, always kind caring and helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2021
Excellent Doctor in skills, caring and bedside manner. speaks like a doctor that cares
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2021
Doctor Dakwar and his PA are always very through in explaining and asking if there are any questions.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2021
Dr Dakwar always took time with me, easing my fear of surgery but also telling me what I needed to do. I love how he took care of me
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2021
Dr. Dakwar answered all my questions.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2021
I would recommend Dr. Dakwar.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2021
I would recommend Dr Dakwar to anyone. I wish I lived closer to the CC
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2021
Dr Dakwar and his team run a very smooth ship! They are all very professional and very empathetic to the patients concerns! It doesn't get any better then the Dakwar team!
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2021
I have already recommended Dr Dakwar and his team to many people with back issues
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2020
Dr. Dakwar, Mallory and his office staff offer the most professional and excellent care any patient could ask for. I have referred them to a few people already.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2020
staff and doctor was extremely nice and helpful.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2020
I was extremely pleased the way the Doctor described everything to me and then to my husband regarding my Xrays in detail in which we understood. He then explained the Surgery needed to fix the problem in detail to me and then to my husband, plus the recovery. He had great bed side manners as a Doctor should.
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2020
Dr Dakwar and his fellowship assistant were quite thorough and professional. options were well addressed to aid my decision.