Howard Goldman, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
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- 216.445.2267
Additional Locations
Urology
Hillcrest Hospital
6770 Mayfield Road
Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
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- 440.461.8989
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- 216.445.2267
Urology
Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center
8701 Darrow Road
Twinsburg, OH 44087
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- 216.444.5600
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- 330.888.4000
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- 216.445.2267
Subspecialty Care for Women's Health
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
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Treatment & Services
- Cystoscopy
- Genitourinary Exams
- Neuromodulation
- Pelvic Floor Reconstruction
- Removal of Vaginal Mesh
- Sling Procedures For Urinary Incontinence
- Surgical Repair Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Urethral & Vaginal Reconstruction
- Urethral Bulking Agent Injection
- Urodynamic Testing
- Urogynecology
- Urology
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Cystocele
- Enterocele
- Female Incontinence
- Fistulas
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Rectocele
- Urethral Diverticulum
- Urinary Incontinence
- Uterine Prolapse
- Vaginal Prolapse
- Vesicovaginal Fistula
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View All PlansAbout Howard Goldman, MD
Howard B. Goldman is a Professor on the faculty of the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine and an expert in quality and patient safety serving as the Institute Vice Chairman for Quality at the Glickman Urologic Institute. He has a joint appointment in the departments of urology and obstetrics and gynecology and is actively involved in the training of fellows and residents, including serving as Fellowship director for Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in the Department of Urology at the Cleveland Clinic. He has directly trained over 35 fellows and residents who are specialized FPMRS practitioners.
Dr. Goldman’s interests are in the medical and surgical treatment of urinary incontinence and other types of voiding dysfunction, neuromodulation, prolapse repair, complex reconstructive female urologic surgery, robotic pelvic surgery and neurourology. His contributions to the literature have been prolific, including author of over 250 articles and book chapters, editor of three textbooks and panel member for a number of standardization, guidelines and best practice statement panels. Within the AUA he has been on the SUI Guidelines as well as Urodynamics guidelines committees. Within ICS he has been on the male LUTS terminology committee as well as the ICS/IUGA female prolapse terminology committee. He also led the group that came up with the ICS sacral neuromodulation best practices document.
His prominent international reputation has led to invitations as visiting professor in the United States and abroad as well as numerous invited lectures. He is on the editorial board of a number of journals and is a former Assistant Editor of the Journal of Urology. .
He is currently the co-director of the AUA annual review course for part 1 of the ABU exam and co-editor of the AUA oral board review study guide, is on the ICS Education committee, the IUGA scientific committee and on the board of directors of SUFU and INUS. He was the scientific co-chair for the 2020 ICS annual meeting, was the program co-chair for the 2020 SUFU meeting, was on the program committee for the 2020 International Neurourology Society and is the International Consultation on Incontinence committee chair for surgery for male incontinence.
Dr. Goldman has been involved in and led numerous projects related to innovative treatments utilizing stem cells for SUI, neuromodulation, outpatient female reconstructive robotic surgery, utilization of urodynamics, management of complications and improvements in safety and efficiency in pelvic floor surgery.
Dr. Goldman is an astute physician-scientist, nurturing educator, model leader, and unwavering patient advocate renowned in the field of urology.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2004
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Female Urology and Voiding Dysfunction
Cleveland,
OH USA
1998
Residency - University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center
Urology
Memphis,
TN USA
1997
Residency - University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center
Surgery
Memphis,
TN USA
1993
Internship - University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center
Surgery
Memphis,
TN USA
1992
Medical Education - Albert Einstein College of Medicine
New York,
NY USA
1991
Undergraduate - University of California-Los Angeles
Los Angeles,
CA USA
1987
Professional Highlights
- Co-Editor of textbook, "Female Urology - A Practical Clinical Guide"
Certifications
- Urology
- Urology - Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
Specialty Interests
female urology, incontinence, pelvic floor reconstruction, prolapse surgery, voiding dysfunction, Incontinence, repair of complications of pelvic floor surgery
Innovations & Patents
- Involved in development of innovative new techniques of neuromodulation for the treatment of overactive bladder problems
Memberships
- American Urological Association
- International Urogynecological Association
- Society for Female Urology and Urodynamics
- International Continence Society
- American Urogynecologic Society
- International Urogynecologic Association
Research & Publications
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As of 11/19/2022, Dr. Goldman 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. Goldman 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:
- Laborie Medical ULC
- BlueWind Medical Ltd.
- Medtronic plc
- AbbVie, Inc.
- Urovant Sciences, 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.
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180 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 | 4.7 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.7 |
26 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 8, 2023
Dr Goldman is an exceptional doctorvery good listener and compassionate.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2023
Love Love Love Dr. Goldman and his staff
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2023
Seen by both PA and Doctor. Both were attentive and gave as much time as needed did not feel rushed.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
With all of that aside, Dr. Goldman is wonderful and answered all my questions, and couldn't be happier with him and Nicole
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2023
Dr. Goldman is an excellent doctor. I was in so much pain when I originally came to his office. Now, I am much better. This was the 4th time I had some sort of bladder surgery. I told him that I wish he was my doctor during my earlier surgery.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2023
Dr. Goldman and his staff always provide detailed information about treatments and procedures. The entire staff is very helpful and informative.
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2023
It is taking me a while but I am warming up to Dr. Goldman
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2023
Very pleased with Dr Nurse practitioner and all staff
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
The provider provided excellent care
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2023
Very comfortable appointment. Dr Goldman and staff were " awesome". I was made to feel like a individual not a number and Dr explained everything so I understood everything/medicine usage/why this med/ follow-up appt/if this doesn't work We made a game plan for other options available to my issues. Thank you Dr. Goldman & Staff
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2023
Great experience. Dr. Goldman and his staff worked very well together and gave me the best care possible. Thanks guys!
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2023
I was very impressed with both the resident I saw as well as Dr. Goldman. They spent a great deal of time with me. They listened to me answered all of my questions. I am so glad I came to the Cleveland Clinic for a second opinion.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2023
Doctor knew what the problem was and took care of it.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2023
Dr. Goldman is always very nice and asks if I have any questions regarding treatment.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2022
The majority of my appointment time was with the doctor's staff, but they were efficient and I felt Dr. Goldman had trained all to his specifications.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2022
Great Dr and staff. Very pleased with his compassion,knowledge and expertise. He knew what my problem was after testing me and was always available for questions. So happy that he took me as a patient.
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2022
Dr Goldman really listens and cares for his patients. So does his physician assistants.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2022
Everyone was very professional and extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Everyone from scheduling to Dr. Made me feel special and took the time to answer questions and help guide me to the best of all abilities.
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2022
I have and will highly recommend Dr Howard Goldman for the procedure I had done.
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2022
Saw Dr. Goldman for a second opinion because felt I did not get enough info on my options from a different doctor. Dr. Goldman was very through and clear on my condition and options. I learned what I needed to know to make health care decisions regarding my condition.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2022
I received excellent care from my doctor. Very impressed. I felt like he truly cared about my health.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2022
The doctor in charge (DR. GOLDMAN) was the best ever. In removing my stent.
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2022
I have a great experience and feel taken care of by everyone on Dr. Goldman office.
Reviewed on May 27, 2022
Dr Goldman was a very much concerned about my condition.
Reviewed on May 26, 2022
Dr. Goldman has a great team and they work very well together
Reviewed on May 24, 2022
I as referring to the Physician. The only problem I have is his resident seemed to boing the procedure.