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Department General Surgery
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon Yes
Locations
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
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Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2022

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
Surgical Oncology
Tampa, FL USA
2021

Residency - University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center
General Surgery
Chicago, IL USA
2019

Fellowship - University of Illinois
Surgical Oncology Research
Urbana, IL USA
2017

Internship - University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center
General Surgery
Chicago, IL USA
2013

Graduate School - Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons
Research in basic and clinical science in colorectal cancer
New York, NY USA
2012

Medical Education - University of Damascus
Damascus, Syria,
2010

Certifications

  • General Surgery
  • General Surgery - Complex General Surgical Oncology
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

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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 10/17/2023, Dr. Naffouje has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. 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

149 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
4.9 out of 5
Explains 4.9
Listens 4.9
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

32 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2024

Once connected, I had to wait a while before the provider connected on his end. I assume he was reading the MRI report while I waited for him to connect.

Reviewed on Feb 29, 2024

I would rate EXCELLENT in all categories. To have 24/7 appointment dept open with a human and not a voicemail is so appreciative. Dr Naffouje explained my scan in understandable words and terms to me and he was patient with showing me the scan and how it was performed and sliced apart. His assistant Brenna is highly skilled and efficient. She set up an order for me for a MRI and texted me late Friday - kudos to her for her work dedication and professionalism. She is a real asset to your clinic.

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2024

Dr. Naffouji was wonderful. He won my confidence in just minutes after meeting him.

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

Dr Naffouge is the absolute nicest and most compassionate providers that I have received care from. He was so supportive and I have told absolutely everyone what a wonderful physician he is!!

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

Dear Dr.N I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful care you gave me, you saved my life , what a blessing you are!

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

I'm forever Thankful to my Physician, and his many helpers.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2024

Dr Naffouje is one of the most responsive, caring, honest and motivated Doctors I have met.

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2024

Dr. Naffouje, his staff and the entire staff at Cleveland Clinic is amazing.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2024

Dr. Naffouje has been the best doctor/surgeon I've had in my medical history. He is kind, attentive, knowledgeable, patient, and made me feel heard when I came to see him for my gallbladder issues.

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2023

Dr Naffouje is one of the finest doctors I've ever encountered. I wish he did general surgery! Already recommending him to everyone!!

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2023

This gentleman is the most professional Doctor I have met. Extremely knowledgeable and and was able to explain In plain terms what was needed to determine the difficulties I was having. He listened. He treated me as If I was family. I am so Impressed by this experience. All doctors should follow his lead on practicing medicine. He should be used as a rule to which all Clinic doctors are measured.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2023

Dr. Naffouje was very considerate and caring. He answered any questions I had. His whole team was great.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2023

Good experience. First time I met Dr. Naffouje. He was very personable and pleasant to talk to. I was very inpressed.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2023

He is awesome and cares about his patients your not just a number. I can not say enough good about him. Top notch caring physician

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2023

Top notch amazing physician

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2023

Special thanks to Dr. Naffouje and his team for everything. A well oiled machine.

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2023

He is an excellent doctor.

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2023

Dr nafojje is great

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2023

He is the best doctor I have encountered.

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2023

DR. S Naffouje was very efficient and made it very easy to understand my upcoming proceedure. His assistant was also efficient and pleasant

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2023

Dr. Naffouje and staff were very kind. He took time to explain things to me, answered every question I had, and made me feel at ease. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2023

My doctor is my HERO. He has the best manner's that you could imagine. He's staff and nurses are . Love my doctor Naffouje his is the greatest. I would recommend him and Cleveland Clinic to everyone who needs help.

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2023

Absolutely would recommend Dr. Naffouje and Cleveland Clinic to everyone. Best people are in Cleveland Clinic. Thank you and God bless .

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2023

One of the best doctors I've ever seen. He made me feel very comfortable about my upcoming surgery, took the time to explain the process and answered all my questions.

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2023

First visit was a really great. The doctor and well as staff were very knowledgeable and polite during my visit. Just hope my health insurance could get there act together like you all have done. Look forward to finally getting my health issues resolved.

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2023

11/10 Respectful, polite, calm and gentle in offering a solution to problems. He was reassuring, giving deconstructed answers to complex questions while he simultaneously displayed a vast knowledge for his subject matter. Dr. Naffouje set a clear plan of care, inquired about my priorities for treatment and offered his most valuable tool to aid me as a patient, his time. He gave multiple communication avenues through the process to keep me informed of delays and developments. He offered invaluable transparency and humble but confident explanations to questions as the primary surgeon. It was clear he was communicating with other teams, which broke through the veil of fear of some aspect of surgery being overlooked or missed. He was respectful of my needs for modesty in the operating room and made sure to reassure me that I was in good hands. He was sincere in his words and made sure that I had everything I needed as a patient. In my 8 years of dense chronic medical care by some of the best physicians in the US/world at Mayo Clinic, Dr. Naffouje rises to the top of my list for all time providers. It is rare to find a Doctor especially a surgeon who has a humble attitude, one who listens with respectful curiosity and intention while also taking the time to reassure, assess and respond in a kind and empathic way for an emergent surgery. I would recommend him to any friend or family, without hesitation.

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2023

Actually spoke like he cared and saw you as an equal instead of a superior doctor in a rush.

Reviewed on May 24, 2023

Dr. _____ and his team of physicians could not have been more supportive.

Reviewed on May 12, 2023

If I had a second gallbladder, I'd allow him to remove that one too.

Reviewed on May 10, 2023

Dr. Naffouje is the most caring and compassionate professional I have ever had the honor of being treated by.

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023

Dr. Naffjouje is the best.

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2023

I'm very appreciative of Dr. Naouffigie care and expertize

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