Nazleen Bharmal, MD, PhD
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View All PlansAbout Nazleen Bharmal, MD, PhD
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 - UCLA Fielding School of Public Health
PhD in Health Policy/Mgmt
Los Angeles,
CA USA
2012
Residency - Brigham & Women's Hospital
Internal Medicine
Boston,
MA USA
2007
Medical Education - Harvard Medical School
MD/MPP with JFK School of Govt
Boston,
MA USA
2004
Undergraduate - Brown University
Providence,
RI USA
1998
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
Research & Publications
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137 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
39 Patient Comments
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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
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2023
Always excellent care with Dr.B
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2023
I am so happy with my provider she is thorough and attentive to my questions an concerns
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
I love my Dr. She is Great
Reviewed on May 8, 2023
She's the best doctor ever
Reviewed on May 8, 2023
I really trust *Dr. Bharmal and see that her approach is very realistic and educational. She always takes the time to educate and answer questions.
Reviewed on May 1, 2023
Throughly discussed my care with doctor.
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023
Dr. Bharmal and her team did an excellent job getting me in early for this appointment. Everyone from the nurses, secretaries, and check in person or so kind and efficient. Thank you.
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2023
Dr. Bharmal is the most thoughtful and caring provider I've ever had. She listens, provides options with explanations and instills trust. Clone her - we need more physicians with her approach to patient care.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023
Dr Bharmal is an excellent physician.I could not receive better care anywhere.She's responds promptly to any concerns whether in person or via my chart, I PRAY she remains with the Cleveland Clinic and continues to be my primary physician.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023
Dr Bharmal is very personable and she really cares about my health and well being, not only as her patient but also as a person!
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2023
Dr Bharmal has been stellar in helping me to figure out some complex health issues by working with me, not talking down to me, and not dumbing down complicated explanations
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2023
I liked her so well that I am thinking of changing her to my primary care physician
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2023
Dr Bharmal is very kind, considerate and patient person yet very knowledgeable in her profession.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
Dr. Bharmal is an exemplary physician. She is prepared and has read my record before she comes in the room. She listens carefully. She responds with thought and kindness. I wish all of my doctors met these standards.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
Dr Bharmal is always so knowledgeable and caring.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
Even after waiting for over an hour, the care I received from Dr. Bharmal was the best I've ever received. She was thorough, and took her time with making sure we investigate the cause of my nausea and other systems. It was such excellent service, I don't care about the wait, because the services she provided as a Doctor takes time. I've moved out of State and will travel all the way to Cleveland, just to keep her as my Doctor.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023
She is the best doctor I have ever had in my life. If she leaves, I leave too.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023
Dr. Bharmal is an excellent doctor.She goes above and beyond with my care. I see a lot of different doctors and she makes sure to keep her eye on everything going on. She's great.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023
Dr. Bharmal showed excellent knowledge of the condition, listened and explained thoroughly reasons and options, and discussed care for wellbeing.
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2023
Dr. Bharmal is great! She is very knowledgeable and really takes her time to listen to her patients. Her staff is great at scheduling and they always find something that works. I would recommend Dr. Bharmal to anyone looking for a new doctor.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2023
Feel that doctor is thorough and very familiar with my medical history.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2023
I couldn't ask for a better PCP than Nazleen Bharmal. She's intelligent, thoughtful and wise; has great communication skills; is candid, compassionate and caring. Has a delightful, no-nonsense personality. She's action-oriented and extremely effective at what she does. I trust her completely.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2023
Generally speaking, there was a high level of professionalism with staff members I encountered.Dr. Bharmal uses good judgement about next steps and helpfully makes referrals.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2023
Dr Bharmal is very knowledgeable, courteous, efficient and caring I would highly recommend her but would never be able to get an appointment if I did to too many people I feel very comfortable with her
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023
Doctor thoroughly explained results of examination.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2023
Dr. Bharmal is an excellent doctor, for whom I have the greatest respect.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023
She is always showing concern and asking me questions thru each step how we as a team her and I could make me feel better and obtain good health
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
Dr. Bharmal is a delight. She is pleasant and I KNOW she listens because she remembers little things that aren't in notes. She asks questions and truly considers who and where I am In my life when she treats me. She then gives It to me straight. She Is the best primary care physician I've ever had and I'm 65.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023
My Doctor is the best
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2023
She is the most caring and attentive doctor that I've ever had
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2022
If I could tell EVERYONE about Dr Bharmal, I would but then she'd never be available She's amazing Very informative, kind, thoughtful and intelligent
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2022
Dr. Bharmal is one of the best physicians I've ever had. She is always personable, listens well and seeks my input. She also keeps up with the notes from other providers who are involved in my care.