David Goldfarb, MD
Primary Location
Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center
- Appointment:
- 216.444.5600
- Desk:
- 330.888.4000
Additional Locations
Treatment & Services
- Benign Prostate Surgery
- Kidney And Ureteral Reconstruction
- Kidney Transplantation
- Urology
- Vasectomy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Enlarged Prostate/Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Cancer
- Kidney Disease
Insurance
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David Goldfarb, MD, has been at Cleveland Clinic for more than 20 years. Following graduation in 1985 from Temple University School of Medicine, he completed his residency and an AFUD scholarship at Cleveland Clinic. He developed clinical expertise in renal transplantation, kidney tumor surgery and benign prostate surgery. In 2003, he became the Surgical Director of the Renal Transplantation Program at the Glickman Urological Institute.
He is distinguished as a two-time appointee to the American Board of Urology Exam Committee. He was the inaugural President of the Paired Donation Consortium, a non-profit organization dedicated to provide paired donation to incompatible renal transplant patients. Dr Goldfarb recently completed a term as president of the Urological Society for Transplantation and Renal Surgery.
Dr Goldfarb has published more than 80 scientific papers and 20 book chapters. He lectures worldwide on various aspects of renal transplantation.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1992
Education & Fellowships
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Urology
Cleveland,
OH USA
1990
Medical Education - Temple University School of Medicine
Philadelphia,
PA USA
1985
Undergraduate - The University of Montana
Missoula,
MT USA
1978
Certifications
- Urology
Specialty Interests
Kidney (renal) transplantation, kidney cancer, kidney and ureteral reconstruction, enlarged prostate/benign prostatic hyperplasia
Awards & Honors
- George & Grace Crile Traveling Fellowship Award, 1990
- American Foundation Urologic Disease Scholarship, 1990-1992
- Pfizer Scholar in Urology Award,1996
Research & Publications
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121 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.7 |
15 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Dec 13, 2022
A very good Doctor.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2022
Dr. Goldfarb explained everything very well and treated me with a great deal of respect. I also appreciated our safety huddle before the procedure.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2022
Very good Doctor.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2022
He is a very good Doctor.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2022
I was a little worried when Dr. Porter retired, but I really like Dr. Goldfarb.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2022
My first appointment with Dr. Goldfarb was a good one. He took over for the retired Dr. Arthur Porter. I feel fine with this.
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2022
*Dr. Goldfarb was thorough, careful, thoughtful. He even telephonically conferred with an associate at the main campus while I was present. He is "top drawer".
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2022
*Dr. Goldfarb has got to be one of the clinic's best!
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2022
Felt as if provider was rushed
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2022
Dr. Goldfarb was very thorough in addressing my concerns. He provided me with detailed information regarding his purpose for proposed procedures and follow up. I was very pleased with this visit.
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2022
Dr and staff professional and relayed information well. Courteous and thoughtful.
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2022
Dr. Goldfarb is great
Reviewed on May 17, 2022
My Dr. Was Dr. Arthur Porter, I was always satisfied w/the care I received. He retired recently so IChose Dr. Goldfarb & was able to schedule an appt w/ him close to the date that I would have seen Dr. Porter . I didn't have to wait months for an appointment.
Reviewed on May 3, 2022
This was my first time meeting the Dr. And he was very polite and listened to me and answered all my concerns.I felt I was in good hands.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2022
Dr. Goldfarb was very good. Answered all my questions, was courteous and professonal.