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Department Brain Tumor and Neuro-Oncology Center
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon No
Locations Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Brain Tumor Diagnosis
  • Brain Tumor Management
  • Cancer Center
  • Clinical Trials
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Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Adult Brain Tumors
  • Anaplastic Astrocytomas
  • Anaplastic Oligodendrogliomas
  • Benign Brain Tumors
  • Brain Cancer
  • Brain Metastases
  • Ependymomas
  • Glioblastoma Multiforme
  • Malignant Gliomas
  • Meningioma
  • Oligodendroglioma
  • Pilocytic Astrocytoma
  • Primary Central Nervous System (CNS) Lymphomas
  • Spinal Cancer
  • Spine Tumors
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Insurance

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Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2022

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Neuro-oncology
New York, NY
1988

Residency - University of Toronto Post Grad Med Ed
Neurology
Toronto, ON Canada
1984

Residency - Sunnybrook Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Toronto, ON Canada
1981

Medical Education - University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine (Canada)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1979

Undergraduate - University College
Premedical studies, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Toronto/Canada, ON Canada
1975

Additional Training

  • Leadership Development for Physicians in
    Academic Health Centers, T.H. Chan School
    Of Public Health, Harvard University, Boston, MA, 2015

    Faculty Leadership Development Program,
    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, WI, 2013

    Lean for Healthcare, School of Engineering,
    University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, 2012

Professional Highlights

  • 06/2022 – present Professor of Neurology, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
    09/2014 – 05/2022 Professor of Neurosurgery, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA
    11/2013 – 05/2022 Member, Developmental Therapeutics Program, Massey Cancer Center, Virginia Commonwealth University
    09/2013 – 05/2022 Professor of Neurology, Virginia Commonwealth University
    02/2007 – 08/2013 Professor of Neurosurgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
    07/2005 – 08/2013 Professor of Neurology, Medical College of Wisconsin
    05/2004 – 06/2005 Associate Professor of Neurology, Medical College of Wisconsin
    11/1996 – 08/2003 Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology, Cornell University Medical College, New York, NY
    04/1996 – 08/2003 Associate Clinical Member, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
    02/1988 – 10/1996 Assistant Professor of Neurology, Cornell University Medical College
    09/1990 – 03/1996 Assistant Member, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
    02/1988 – 08/1990 Clinical Assistant, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center

Certifications

  • Neuro-oncology

Specialty Interests

Primary brain tumors, nervous system metastases, neurologic complications of cancer therapy, quality of life

Awards & Honors

  • 2020 Highest Evaluation Teaching Award, M3 Neurology Clerkship, VCU
    2019 Best Bedside Manner Award, One Health for Richmond Magazine, Honorable Mention
    2019 Highest Evaluation Teaching Award, M3 Neurology Clerkship, VCU
    2016 Highest Evaluation Teaching Award, M3 Neurology Clerkship, VCU
    2016-present Advocacy Champion, American Society of Clinical Oncology
    2016 Awarded Tenure as Professor, Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, VCU
    2015 Highest Evaluation Teaching Award, M3 Neurology Clerkship, VCU
    2013 Appointed the William G. Reynolds Jr. Chair in Neuro-oncology, VCU
    2009-2010 Outstanding Medical Student Teacher in Neurology, Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW)
    2005-present Selected continuously to “Best Doctors in America” Database
    2005 Elected to Fellowship, American Academy of Neurology
    2005 Excellence in Clinical Teaching Award, Department of Neurology, MCW
    1990-1993 Clinical Oncology Career Development Award, American Cancer Society
    1985-1986 Canadian-American Bumper-Borden Foundation Fellow, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
    1975 University College Alumni Scholarship, University of Toronto
    1973 Ontario Scholarship, Government of Ontario

Memberships

  • 2018-2022 Neurology Delegate, Medical Society of Virginia
    2016-2022 Member, Legislative Committee, Richmond Academy of Medicine
    2014-2022 Member, Richmond Academy of Medicine
    2014-2022 Member, Virginia Neurological Society
    2005-2013 Vice-Chair, Neuro-oncology Examination Committee, United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties
    2004-2013 Member, Wisconsin Neurological Society
       President-Elect, 2012-2013
       Secretary/Treasurer, 2007-2001
    2004-2013 Member, Central Society for Neurological Research
       President, 2011-2013
       Secretary/Treasurer, 2006-2011
    2004-2008 Medical College of Wisconsin Representative, Wisconsin Cancer Council
    1996-present Member, The Canadian Neurological Society
    1994-present Founding Member, The Society for Neuro-oncology
    1988-present Active Member, The American Society of Clinical Oncology
    1982-present Member, The American Academy of Neurology
       Chair, Section of Neuro-oncology, 2006-2008
       Chair-Elect, Section of Neuro-oncology, 2004-2006
     Member, Long-Range Planning Work Group, Section of Neuro-oncology, 2003-2004
       Fellowship Director, Section of Neuro-oncology, 2002-2006
       Chair, Nominating Committee, Section of Neuro-oncology, 1997-1998
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

See publications for Mark Malkin, MD.

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists may collaborate with the pharmaceutical or medical device industries to help develop medical breakthroughs or provide medical expertise or education. Cleveland Clinic strives to make scientific advances that will benefit patient care and support outside relationships that promise public benefit. In order for the discoveries of Cleveland Clinic physicians' and scientists' laboratories and investigations to benefit the public, these discoveries must be commercialized in partnership with industry. As experts in their fields, Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists are often sought after by industry to consult, provide expertise and education.

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 8/22/2024, Dr. Malkin 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.

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

121 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
5 out of 5
Explains 4.9
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 5
Patient Rating of Doctor 5

31 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2024

We couldn't be more pleased with the concern, knowledge and the ease with which we were able to discuss our situation with Dr. Malkin.

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024

The care was very good including the Dr who treated me on the day of my surgery Everything was excellent I would recommend this Clinic

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024

Of course I do recommend this Dr he is excellent

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024

Dr. Malkin is far beyond excellent. He put me at ease as soon as he walked in the door. He explained what was happening, possible reasons why, other issues to address and assured me I didn't need brain surgery. Highly professional and concerned for my welfare.

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2024

Dr. Malkin was incredible, amazing! He had a calming presence, a genuine concern, and a kindness that put us at ease. He also had a great sense of humor, and we laughed in this otherwise scary situation. His expertise and knowledge about my condition made me so glad I chose to go to Cleveland Clinic.

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024

Dr. Malkin is a STAR in my book! He explained everything in detail and was very thorough. I hope he doesn't retire anytime soon. He is a wonderful and thorough doctor.

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024

Dr Malkin was fantastic! He spent a lot of time with me, his bedside manners (compared to the hospital I've been going to since my original diagnosis in early 2022) was night and day better. Thank you Dr Malkin!

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024

I was so impressed with the tremendous care Dr Malkin showed for me!

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2024

Dr Malkin and Amanda have been amazing to us throughout this journey. They have been helpful and understanding every step of the way. They have made an unbearable situation endurable. I would like to thank them for all they have done.

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2024

My provider allowed me the time and space necessary to voice any concerns/ask any questions. All questions and concerns were provided adequate answers and I was also included in solutions and plans concerning my care moving forward. I left feeling seen, heard, & acknowledged. I also left very confident in the plan(s) we came up with together for moving forward! I am very likely to recommend this provider!

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2024

I did not choose the doctor but I could not have chosen any better. Dr. Malkin was an excellent choice and especially matched to my needs

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2024

The doctor did an extensive physical exam

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024

Dr Malkin and staff quickly addressed a new health concern that l had

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024

Dr Malkin was great with explaining everything to us and answering all of our questions and concerns.

Reviewed on May 17, 2024

Dr. Malkin was wonderful! He explained clearly what was happening to my brain! I was so afraid that I would have cognitive issues! He assured me that my brain was fine. I would highly recommend Dr. Malkin! He was thorough, and kind. He is scheduling a psychological memory evaluation for me and I really need that; I hope it happens soon.Karen H Roller

Reviewed on May 17, 2024

I was overwhelmed with happiness when Dr. Malkin told me my brain was fine!

Reviewed on May 15, 2024

Dr.Malik was very thorough and informative.

Reviewed on May 15, 2024

Dr. Malkin was wonderful, full of knowledge, spoke in a manner we could understand and was real, not arrogant, put our minds at ease. I feel beyond grateful for him to be my doctor going forward.

Reviewed on May 10, 2024

Dr. Malkin is one of best at explaining, listening and engaging in care discussion. I was very confident under his care. He's also kind.

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024

Dr Malkin explained everything very well! My husband and I were extremely impressed with him!!

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Dr. Malkin was very informative about my situation. He couldn't have been more knowledgeable and empathetic. We left there feeling positive and so appreciated his kindness.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024

Very pleased with the doctor. He explained everything very clearly which was appreciated.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024

Dr Malkin was very knowledgeable and concerned for my well being overall for my lifestyle

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2024

I had an incredible video visit with Dr. Malkin. Despite not being in person, he was able to show me scans and he thoroughly explained everything to me. Not only did he provide detailed information concerning my current health condition but he also really took the time to thoroughly answer all my questions, calm my concerns and listened intently when I spoke. I left our video call feeling heard, seen and truly cared for and I was more than confident in continuing with the current treatment plan we have in place. I am very likely to recommend and actively do recommend the Cleveland Clinic.

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2024

This was the first time meeting this doctor, and he was very thorough and lots of time with me and reassured me I was very pleased

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

Very caring and thorough. All my expectations were met. Excellent physician and staff.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024

We are very fortunate to be under Dr Malkin care. Excellent communicator, very smart!

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2024

Dr. Malkin's personal touch and mannerisms keep one calm and confident in him and the CCF

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2023

Always had a fantastic experience with Dr. Malkin and his staff, they're prompt on replies and scheduling,Kind, caring and professional can't say enough good about them and will always recommend them in the future!

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2023

My doc was wonderful

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2023

Care provider knowledgeable and took time to explain

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