Tilak Shah, MD
Treatment & Services
- Gastroenterology
- Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- Gastrointestinal Pathologic Diagnosis
- Interventional Endoscopy
- Pancreas Clinic
- Pancreaticobiliary Endoscopy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Achalasia
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Colon Polyps
- Esophageal Cancer
- Pancreas Tests
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatic Cysts
- Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Endocrine Tumors
- Pancreatic Mass
- Pancreatic Stones
- Pancreatitis
- Strictures of the GI Tract
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Dr. Shah is an interventional endoscopist who leads the multidisciplinary Pancreas Center at Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital as Medical Director in the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, a division of the Ellen Leifer Shulman & Steven Shulman Digestive Disease Center. He is also an affiliate clinical associate professor of medicine at Florida Atlantic University Schmidt College of Medicine.
Dr. Shah graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2001, and UNC School of Medicine in 2006. He completed his internal medicine residency and fellowship training in gastroenterology at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Shah also obtained a master’s degree in clinical research from the Duke-NIH Clinical Research Training Program. He completed fellowship training in pancreaticobiliary and interventional endoscopy at Emory University Medical Center.
Before joining Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital, Dr. Shah was an Associate Professor of Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University Health Science Center, as well as Director of Endoscopy and Interventional Endoscopy at the Central Virginia VA Health Care System in Richmond, VA. He served as Associate GI Fellowship Program Director at VCU and was a member of the Development and Therapeutics section at VCU Massey Cancer Center. Within the Veterans Affairs Health System, Dr. Shah established the first pancreas cyst ablation program, the first third space endoscopy program (POEM, G-POEM, Z-POEM), and one of the first endo-bariatric programs in the United States.
Dr. Shah is an associate editor for the American Journal of Gastroenterology, and section editor for Current Opinion in Gastroenterology. He serves on the Food and Drug Administration Committee of the American College of Gastroenterology and has served on American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and Veterans Administration Committees. Dr. Shah has also served as a reviewer for several journals including American Journal of Gastroenterology, Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Digestive Diseases and Sciences, World Journal of Gastroenterology, and Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews.
Dr. Shah has published over 50 peer reviewed research papers. He received research awards from the ASGE and McGuire Research Institute to investigate the impact of spray cryotherapy on esophageal cancer. He was the site principal investigator for CONFIRM, the largest ongoing randomized trial in the United States comparing stool testing to colonoscopy at reducing colorectal cancer related death. He has authored two board preparation textbooks, “NMS Medicine Casebook,” and “Acing the Pancreaticobiliary Questions on the GI Boards.”
Dr. Shah’s areas of clinical expertise include pancreatic disorders, palliation of GI cancer, third space endoscopy procedures (POEM, G-POEM, Z-POEM), and removal/ablation of pre-cancerous and early-stage cancers in the pancreas and GI tract. He recently developed E-MICRON (Endoscopic Mucosal incision followed by full-thickness Closure and ResectiON), a novel technique for safe and efficient removal of early-stage cancers in the foregut and rectum.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2022
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Emory University Medical Center (Georgia)
Advanced endoscopy
Atlanta,
GA USA
2014
Fellowship - Duke University Medical Center
Gastroenterology
Durham,
NC USA
2013
Residency - Duke University Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Durham,
2010
Medical Education - University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Chapel Hill,
2006
Additional Training
Professional Highlights
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
Awards & Honors
Innovations & Patents
Memberships
Research & Publications
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As of 1/2/2024, Dr. Shah 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. Shah 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:
- STERIS Corporation
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235 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 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
35 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 7, 2024
After explanation, provider asked if I understood, if I needed more explanation, and if I have any questions.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024
Dr Shah and his fellow were absolutely amazing. They put us at ease, explained things slowly and waiting for response. We did not feel rushed and both of them have great bedside manner and smiles. One of the best appt o have ever had.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2024
This was my first procedure with Dr. Shah. He exhibited all the highest qualities and concern I could have reasonably expected. He made this emotional experience easier. I will be honored to share future medical necessities with him.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024
Very good experience Great Doctor excellent staff
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2024
Dr. Shah and his team extremely professional. I was statisfied with my visit and will recommend to friends and family
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2024
Dr Shah is fabulous- explains procedures and outcomes. Professional, thorough and caring!
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2024
Dr. SHAH was kind, professional and helped to explain procedure and results in easy to understand manner.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2024
Dr. Shah was very personable and understanding
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2023
Dr. Shah was very calming and informative
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2023
Doctor demonstrated emphaty at all times. Very good explanation
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2023
Dr shah was amazing. Learned more about my disease with a positive experience
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2023
Doctor Shah saw me as a person
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2023
Although the Doctor was not able to attend the virtual visit during the appointment time it was great that he connected with me immediately when he was available to have the visit. This is huge as the wait time for appointments is a variable especially during the Holidays.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023
Dr. Shah was wonderful and informative. He was excellent at explaining my condition and answered my questions with great kindness and relatability.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2023
Dr Shah is the best ever. Cares so much for his patients
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2023
Dr Shah is fabulous- professional, knowledgeable, caring, and personable.
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2023
Dr. Shah was very patient with me as I began asking questions before going down. He was professional and very reassuring. I also have to say that the anesthesia department were amazing. Very, very kind and reassuring as well.
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2023
Dr Shah is very open and not afraid to make decisions like others
Reviewed on Sep 1, 2023
Dr Shah is truly the best. He listens to your concerns and Communicates so well with me and is very informative I have so much respect for him because how great he is with me
Reviewed on Sep 1, 2023
Dr. Shah was most helpful in expaining what is going on in my body and best of all, he did not look into a computer but to me. That shows me how respectful he is to his patients. He's an awesone doctor and I have given his name to my daughter and many of my friends.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2023
Dr shah was super nice and caring. 10/10
Reviewed on Aug 18, 2023
The doctor was very professional. Answered all my questions & gave a thorough explanation of the procedure.
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2023
Very impressed with with how organized the Cleveland Clinic experience is! From the check-in, nurses and doctor. Very professional, friendly and caring!
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2023
Fabulous doctor!!
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2023
Discussions wi th the doctor were explained. He listened and explained very well.
Reviewed on May 4, 2023
Wonderful doctor
Reviewed on May 2, 2023
Dr Shah was excellent! He anticipated my questions, answered patiently, and listened to my concerns. I have the utmost confidence in him. Also, the assistant physician who saw me first did an excellent job.
Reviewed on May 1, 2023
Dr Shah took time with me, explained everything clearly, and answered my questions. I appreciated his eye contact and kind manner
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2023
Dr. Shah was very nice, clear and explained things in a way that I could understand. My concerns were important to him.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2023
Dr. Shah and his surgical team were excellent
Reviewed on Apr 18, 2023
My daughter was with me to lend support and commented on how Dr. Shah listened to all my concerns answered all my questions.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023
Dr T Shah and endoscopy staff are great- very professional, attentive, and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023
Dr Shah is a great doctor a leader in the field and willing to listen analyze and follow through on patient input in seeking a cautious but thorough approach to the problem.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023
Again I can't say enough good about everyone their followup especially Dr. Shah
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2023
Dr Shah was extremely knowledgeable and presented the information to me very well.