Nazleen Bharmal, MD, PhD
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Nazleen H. Bharmal, MD, PhD, MPP is the Associate Chief of Community Health & Partnerships for Cleveland Clinic Community Care and Population Health. In this role, she works with an interdisciplinary team to implement a community health strategy for Cleveland Clinic focused on health equity, social determinants of health, and partnerships with community stakeholders. Dr. Bharmal practices primary care internal medicine focused on disease prevention and health promotion.
She previously was the Director of Science and Policy at the Office of the Surgeon General (OSG) in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Prior to her time at OSG, she was a clinician-investigator at the RAND Institute and UCLA Department of Medicine, Division of Health Services and General Internal Medicine with a research focus on health disparities, chronic disease prevention, and social determinants of health using quantitative, qualitative, and community-based participatory research methods.
She has published in several scientific journals and received awards for her public health research and leadership activities. She received her MD from Harvard Medical School, PhD in health policy and management from the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, and MPP from the John F. Kennedy School of Government.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2019
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Yale School of Management
CT
2024
Graduate School - UCLA Fielding School of Public Health
PhD in Health Policy/Mgmt
Los Angeles,
CA
2012
Residency - Brigham & Women's Hospital
Internal Medicine
Boston,
MA
2007
Medical Education - Harvard Medical School
MD/MPP with JFK School of Govt
Boston,
MA
2004
Undergraduate - Brown University
Providence,
RI
1998
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
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129 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Explains | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
38 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024
I have been so fortunate to have Dr. Bharmal as my PCP. Was sad to learn she is leaving CC. She discussed referrals. She was an excellent care provider
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024
So very sorry to see that she is leaving. A great loss to G10. Dr. B is awesome!!
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024
Dr. Bharmal Is a gifted physician who makes patients feel exceedingly comfortable. She includes the patient's point of view in her recommendations.
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2024
She is the best doctor I've ever had
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024
Dr Bharmal has a great team. Pleasant and courteous
Reviewed on May 24, 2024
Dr Bharnal and her staff are very thorough and knowledgeable
Reviewed on May 24, 2024
Dr Barmahl is knowledgeable, professional and she listens to what you say.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2024
Dr Bharmal is caring, perceptive & worked hard to help ID my health issues
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2024
The doctor was superb! She was thorough in reviewing my medical history and assessing my medications and possible interactions. She counseled me well and prescribed the medicine that I needed. She was great!
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024
Dr Nazleen bharmal. Is by far the greatest doctor in the states! She is very caring and knowledgeable and explains things clearly and nicely
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2024
I adore Dr. Bharmal! Anytime I see her, she always takes my concerns, thoughts and beliefs into consideration and respect. She's a very thorough and attentive physician.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024
Very professional, efficient, knowledgeable, empathetic. I feel my primary physician knows my history, symptoms, and expresses guidance with assertively and repeats my input as a member of my health team. She is super. She is excellent.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2024
My Doctor is the best, she always lesson to me
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2024
Dr. Bharmal is an excellent doctor, and a wonderful person!
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2024
Doctor Bharmal did not seem or was concerned with my hearing loss. This surprised me very much .
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024
Having Dr. Bharmal as my PCP gives me peace of mind.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2024
Dr. Bharmal is an exceptional caring physician. She took the time to listen to my concerns, and suggested multiple approaches. She is one of the best PCP on staff.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2024
Dr. Bharmal is and Excellent Care Provider. Just wish she had more days other than Monday and Friday.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2024
Dr. Bharmal is and Excellent Care Provider. As always very thorough. Funny. I always feel safe with her and her recommendations. She cares for me as a patient as if I was her own family. Thank you Dr. Bharmal.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2024
Dr Nazaleen Bharmal is EXCELLENT!!!
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2024
Dr. Bharmal has consistently empowered me to take charge of my health. She provides me with the tools and resources I need to live a healthy lifestyle.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2023
She is best doctor ever!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2023
Best doctor. She actively listens and cares!
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023
Dr. Bharmal comes in thoroughly prepared. She is able to address the major issues while taking into consideration the smaller ones. She is the epitome of what every internal medicine physician should be.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2023
Dr. Bharmal is amazing. She is knowledgeable, approachable, considerate and takes the time to truly understand my entire health and well-being. She listens attentively and recalls information I have shared in previous appointments. I trust her immensely.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2023
Dr Bharmal is the best PCP I have had in the 30 years I have been going to the Clinic. She is thorough, kind and explains her rationale for testing and treatments.
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2023
A very caring and thorough doctor. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2023
Dr. Bharmal is the finest primary care physician I've ever had. She's so highly competent, professional, kind, and caring. She genuinely listens, addresses all of the issues I raise, and thinks of ones that I don't. She's practical but she also urges me to do the best I can in caring for myself. I feel fortunate and grateful to be in her care. The Cleveland Clinic is lucky to have her, and I hope it can keep someone of her caliber.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2023
Dr Bharmal is very polite, knowledgeable, and most importantly she listens to me as a person and as a patient. She is my PCP and I am very happy that I found her.
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2023
Dr. Bharmal is very professional and very personable and easy to talk to
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2023
Dr. Bharmal makes me feel I am her most important patient.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023
Between MyChart and the 24 hour appointment line it is convenient and easy to schedule appointments with Dr. Bharmal.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023
Dr. Bharmal deserves scores higher than 5. During my last appointment she thoroughly explained the treatment plan for my problem and facilitated moving through the system.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023
I have been a CCF patient for 13 years and have worked in healthcare systems for 30 years in system optimization and integration, and leadership roles. It is natural for me to observe performance. By far, Dr. Bharmal sets a high bar for others.
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2023
Dr Nazleen Bharmal is incredible. She has a nice personality, is no-nonsense, listens intently, is knowledgeable/caring,/and helpful. She is a wonderful resource for me and is GREAT for the Clinic's image.
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2023
Dr. Nazleem Bharmal is highly professional and an excellent caregiver. In my opinion, she is the best internal medicine specialist at Cleveland Clinic.
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2023
This was the best experience I've ever had when booking a doctor appointment.
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2023
This was my first time going to this doctor, since my doctor wasn't available. I have never had such a good experience with a doctor. She took so much time to explain everything, and went through every question I had. I cannot recommend her enough