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Department Orthopaedic Surgery
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English, Farsi
Surgeon Yes
Locations
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Primary Location

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Appointment:
216.444.2606
Desk:
216.444.0044
Fax:
216.445.3694

Additional Locations

Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Arthritis Surgery
  • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
  • Arthroscopy
  • Clinical Trials
  • Fracture Care
  • Joint Replacement
  • Muscle Transfer Surgery of the Shoulder
  • Musculoskeletal Evaluation
  • Nonsurgical Treatment of Arthritis
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Shoulder Arthroscopic Surgery
  • Shoulder Instability Repairs
  • Shoulder Reconstruction
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • Shoulder Surgery
  • Tendon Reconstruction
View all 17 Treatment & Services +

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Arthritis of the Shoulder
  • Biceps Tendon Injuries
  • Bone Infection
  • Clavicle Fracture
  • Degenerative Joint Disease
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Hospital Acquired Infections
  • Humerus Fracture
  • Joint Infection
  • Muscle Injuries
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Musculoskeletal Impairments
  • Neck Pain
  • Orthopaedic Prostheses
  • Osteonecrosis
  • Rotator Cuff Injury
  • Shoulder Deformity
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Shoulder Fractures
  • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
  • Shoulder Infection
  • Shoulder Injuries
  • Shoulder Injuries in Baseball
  • Shoulder Instability
  • Shoulder Internal Derangement
  • Shoulder Intra-Articular Injury
  • Shoulder Labral Tear
  • Shoulder Osteoarthritis
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Shoulder Paralysis
  • Shoulder Problems
  • Shoulder Sprain
  • Shoulder Strain
  • Shoulder Tendinitis
  • Sports Injuries
  • Surgical Site Infections
  • Tendonitis
View all 37 Specialties +
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Biography

About Vahid Entezari, MD

After receiving his medical degree abroad, Dr. Entezari joined Harvard Medical School's orthopaedic biomechanics laboratory in Boston for a post-doctoral research fellowship in orthopaedic biomechanics. During the same period he completed a post-graduate Masters Degree in Translational Research from Harvard Medical School. He then completed his internship and residency at the department of orthopaedic surgery at Cleveland Clinic and a fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at Rothman Institute of Thomas Jefferson University. He returned to Cleveland  after completing his fellowship and joined the Clinic as a staff shoulder and elbow surgeon. He is currently seeing his patients at the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus and Solon Family Health Center and operates at both Cleveland Clinic Main Campus and Marymount Hospital located at Garfield Heights neighborhood.

Dr. Entezari's interests in shoulder and elbow pathology include rotator cuff tears; other tendon and ligament problems, sports related injuries, arthritis and trauma. He performs shoulder arthroscopy, muscle transfers, fracture repair and arthroplasty including full and partial joint replacements. Dr. Entezari is very active in shoulder and elbow research and has authored a number of publications, several book chapters and regularly presents his research at regional and national conferences.

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2018

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship
Philadelphia, PA
2018

Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Orthopaedic
Cleveland, OH
2017

Internship - Cleveland Clinic
General Surgery
Cleveland, OH
2013

Fellowship - Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School
Post Doctoral Reseach Fellowship Orthopaedic Biomechanics
Boston, MA
2012

Graduate School - Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA
2011

Medical Education - Iran University of Medical Sciences
Tehran, Iran
2003

Additional Training

  • 2009 - 2011 Masters in Medical Sciences (MMSc), Scholars in Clinical Science Program, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
  • 2007 - 2012 Post-doctoral Research Fellowship in orthopaedic biomechanics, Center for Advanced Orthopaedic Studies, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA

Professional Highlights

  • Dr Entezari sub-specialized in disease of the Shoulder and elbow including rotator cuff disease, rotator cuff arthropathy, shoulder arthritis, instability, upper extremity fractures and joint infections. He is fellowship trained to perform shoulder and elbow arthroscopy, primary and revision arthroplasty including stemless and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty, fracture fixation and muscle transfers. 


Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Specialty Interests

orthopaedic surgery, shoulder and elbow surgery, upper extremity

Awards & Honors

  • 2018 Researcher of the year, Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
  • 2017 Resident honoree, Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Society, Case Western Reserve University, Ohio Chapter
  • 2017 Ohio Shoulder and Elbow Society, Resident Research Contest, 1st place paper award
  • 2016 AO Trauma Traveling Fellowship, AO Foundation
  • 2015 AANA Masters Experience Resident/Fellow Scholarship
  • 2013 Mt. Sinai Barry Friedman Resident Research Awards, 3rd position
  • 2013 Cleveland Orthopaedic Society Resident Essay Contest, 2nd position


Memberships

  • 2015 - Present American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)
  • 2014 - Present Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)
  • 2012 - Present American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
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 8/13/2024, Dr. Entezari 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. Entezari receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:

  • Stryker Corporation

Equity Dr. Entezari owns stock or stock options in the following companies for activities as a founder, inventor, discover, developer:

  • Orthokinetic Track, LLC

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

303 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

55 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2024

The doctor & his nurse Krista are excellent, very patient and courteous

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024

Appointment made directly with Doctors office without problems

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2024

Dr. Spent a great deal of time with me and thoroughly explained all the possible surgeries and what each involved. I was able to make an informed decision based on this. I felt so comfortable with him.

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024

Kristen makes this practice a wonderful office. Dr Entezari is amazing and I couldn't be happier with this experience

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024

Dr E listened to me, trulyexplained a reverse shoulder replacement (so well I wrote him a song about it), He is an excellent teacher, to his residents but also to this patient. Thank you!

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024

Dr. E runs a tight ship, knows what his staff is doing, maintains a high level of quality and professionalism. I was lucky to get him!

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2024

The Cleveland Clinic is very lucky to have Dr Entezari on staff. He is so kind and has a very calming effect. He answered all of my questions and has been very supportive in my recovery from surgery. Cannot say thank you enough

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2024

From first visit I have been very impressed with the doctor. The nicest one I've ever been to. He explains in great detail what you need to know. He is very compassionate and empathetic. The best!

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2024

I have recommended Dr. Entezari, and will continue to. Very warm and personable, and also professional and knowledgeable.

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2024

Doctor Is My Life Saver He is the Only one that can HELP ME AND HE IS GOING TO DO IT. I'M VERY THANKFUL I FOUND OUT ABOUT THE DOCTOR AND WA GIVEN HIS PHONE NUMBER EVERYONE WAS WONDERFUL AND AWESOME TO ME.

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024

I was very happy that I got an appointment with Dr. Entezari as quickly as I did.

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024

I was extremely happy to see that the doctor was as concerned about my injury. I had been seeing a different doctor for this injury that lead me to see Dr. Entezari, because that doctor didn't know what to do. I had a very good experience with Dr. Entezari.

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024

Other than almost a one hour and twenty minute wait to get into the doctor; This Doctor is the best Doctor in the Clinic.

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024

There is no one better than Dr. E (and Kriista). They always go above & beyond for me!!

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024

DR Entazari and Krista provided the best care from keeping me informed pre and post surgery. I cannot express my thanks enough!

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024

DR Entazari thoroughly explained my recovery progress and answered all of my questions. He has exceptional bedside manners and communication skills!

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2024

Dr Entezari was awesome. Efficient clinic with all my questions answered. The procedure was easy and painless. Very good visit and excellent doctor

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2024

I have been a RN for 45 years and have never encountered a physician who is not only extremely competent, but also so personable. He is professional and makes you feel like there is nothing more important than you, the patient, while he is with you. His explanations are easy to understand and he always answers any questions I have and makes sure I understand. I really appreciate that because orthopedics was not an area I ever practiced in.

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2024

I'm always impressed with the doctors interest in his patients.

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2024

Great overall experience. The entire staff was pleasant, personable, and empathetic. Everyone went above and beyond to ensure I was taken care of expeditiously. Wonderful Dr., who gave me his undivided attention and made me feel like I was his only patient. I couldn't have asked for a better experience under traumatic circumstances.

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2024

I can't say enough how happy I am with the Dr.,PA,Nurse, and staff and the care I received.

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024

Excellent Doctor, very knowledgeable and pleasant. Took care of my problem, I was very pleased.

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2024

Worked well assisting the doctor.

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2024

The personnel of Cleveland clinic has always been the best to us. The x-ray dept. Wonderful people, doctor's staff excellent.

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024

Dr Entizari not only did a super job on my shoulder, but he also showed much care and concern for my recovery!

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2024

Dr. Entezari really does care about his patients. Attentive, kind, and compassionate, along with being extremely gifted in his field. I cannot say thank you enough!

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024

Dr Entezari was very good, thorough, great manners and never made me feel like I was taking up his time or wasting his time.

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2024

Dr. Enterprise is top notch. I couldn't be more satisfied with my appointment.

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2024

The Cleveland Clinic is my go to provider when I need excellent care and expertise.

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

I Was referred to the Doctor for my shoulder. I was very Impressed with him and his staff.I received a Cortisone shot I was amazed how great Dr E gave a shot. I felt a little pinch, It was slightly warm and I felt a little pressure. With the shot going In. He definitely gives a painless Cortisone shot. He's great !!.I had to receive a Cortisone shot.I was very scared and nervous. Heard so much how it hurts.He gives the most painless easy shot. I felt a little pinch. Felt little warm. Also slight pressure for the shot going in.

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

Great experience. I would definitely refer him to friends and family.

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

The doctor had great bedside manners and didn't talk down to me at all. Completely comforting and made everything understandable

Reviewed on May 10, 2024

Doctor and staff were awesome! Very informative.

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Dr. Entazari was extremely professional and provided exceptional care.

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Dr entazari and his team all went above and beyond to help me and were more than amazing

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Dr Entezari and his staff, especially Krista, are the most competent medical team I've ever had the pleasure of working with. Each one of them cares, knows what the are doing and delivers exceptional care, every visit, without exception.

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Dr. Entezari, Krista and the rest of the care team are absolutely the best medical team I've ever had the pleasure of working with.

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

Like Dr Entezari and feel comfortable and confident about his knowledge and treatment

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

All around good experience with Christa and Dr Entezari

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2024

Dr. Entezari's staff is excellent.

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2024

Dr. Entezari is a wonderful surgeon.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Dr. Entezari is a great physician. Explained everything thoroughly in a way I understood. Very respectful. I would recommend him to everyone

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024

Dr. Entezari is excellent he went over my progress since it was an appointment 1 year out from my surgery. He and staff are AWESOME!!!

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024

I have recommended Dr. Entezari and Cleveland Clinic many times.

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

Dr. Entezari explained the procedure and what the recovery period would involve and what my part in making this the best possible outcome would be. This is what I was looking for in a surgeon and what I wasn't getting at my local hospital in Erie. I'm so relieved to have found Dr. E and his great staff and, of course, to be at the Cleveland Clinic. My mind is at ease now.

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

The very reason I selected Cleveland Clinic over 4 other medical care centers in the tri state area is because of his and that of his PA direct Informative conversation with me. Talking with me and not at me. Kindness and smiles helped too. Along with the surgical procedure performance, I am willing to say he is among the Top Orthopedic Surgeons in the Country!

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2024

Dr. Entezari was an excellent doctor. He had a superb bedside manner and was very informative about the surgery.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2024

Krista and Dr Entezari are outstanding professionals and certainly care about their patients.They have very sound recommendations and offer options to the patient

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2024

I have worked in healthcare my entire career.I can only applaud Dr. Entezari and Krista as very astute clinicians

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2024

Excellent care and and my experience was outstanding from the first visit to my last with Dr Emtezari and the entire clinic.

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2024

Remarkable doctor and experience.

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2023

The doctor was very thorough and very communicative

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2023

Dr and nurse practitioner were excellent on explaining my surgical procedure and options; very patient and answered all my questions.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2023

I have loved Dr. Entazari from the very first visit - it's why I chose to go with him even though he's a few hours away. He was the first doctor to actually listen and touch my shoulder to see how it moved/felt. He seemed to actually care.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2023

Dr entezari is the best!!!

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