Atul C. Mehta, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6503
- Desk:
- 216.444.2911
- Fax:
- 216.445.8160
Treatment & Services
- Advanced Diagnostic Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy
- Lung Transplantation
- Transtracheal Oxygen Therapy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Advanced Lung Disease
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- Anoxia
- Asthma
- Beryllium Disease
- Bronchitis
- Bronchogenic Carcinoma
- Carcinoid Syndrome
- Congenital Lung Disease
- Cough
- Granulomatosis with Polyangitis (Wegener’s)
- Histoplasmosis
- Lambert-eaton Myasthenic Syndrome
- Lung Cancer
- Malignant Mesothelioma
- Pneumonia
- Superior Vena Cava Syndrome
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Thymoma
- Tracheoesophageal Fistula
- Tracheomalacia
- Tuberculosis
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He was named in the 2000-2001 Top Doctors in America; 1999-2000 edition of Best Doctors in America; Who's Who in Medicine and Healthcare, 1997; Best Doctors in America- Midwest Region, 1996-1997; and International Who's Who, 1996-1997.
In 1993 he was awarded the Distinguished Physicians of the Year by the Indian Physicians of Northern Ohio and in 1992, the Cleveland Clinic's Bruce Hubbard Steward Award for his ability to combine sensitivity and compassion with knowledge and skill in the practice of medicine.
Dr. Mehta was the founder and president of the American Association for Bronchology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians, the American College of Physicians, and the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery. He also is an active member of the American Thoracic Society, International Bronchoesophagological Society, International Society for Heart & Lung Transplantation and World Association for Bronchology.
He serves on the editorial boards for several professional journals including the Journal of Bronchology, Lasers in Surgery and Medicine and Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine. He is a reviewer for CHEST, Cancer, American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, and the New England Journal of Medicine.
Dr. Mehta received his medical degree from Municipal Medical College, Gujarat University in India. Following his internship and residency training in India, he completed a general practice residency at Delaware County Memorial Hospital in Drexel Hill, Pa., and an internal medicine residency at Hahnamann Medical College Affiliate Hospitals in Trenton, N.J., and Easton, Pa. He completed a fellowship in pulmonary disease at Cleveland Clinic.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1983
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Pulmonary Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1983
Residency - Easton Hospital
Easton,
PA USA
1981
Residency - Saint Francis Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Trenton,
NJ USA
1980
Residency - Delaware County Memorial Hospital
Internal Medicine
Drexel Hill,
PA USA
1978
Residency - Sheth V.S. Hospital
General Surgery
Ahmedabad, Gujarat,
1977
Internship - Sheth V.S. Hospital
Rotating Internship
Ahmedabad, Gujarat,
1975
Medical Education - N.H.L. Municipal Medical College, Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat,
India
1974
Undergraduate - Saint Xaviers College
Ahmedabad,
1970
Additional Training
- Clinical Teaching Seminar, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 1997 (12 hours)
- Cleveland Clinic Office of Practice Management
Executive Program in Practice Management, 1994-1995 (96 hrs.) - Lung Transplantation Externship Under Dr. James Theodore at Stanford University Hospital, Palo Alto, Calif., 1990 (2 weeks)
Professional Highlights
- Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Bronchology (2004-to date)
- Medical Director, Lung Transplantation
- “Maria & Sam Miller Master Educator of the Year-2006 Award,” Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, 2006
- Bruce Hubbard Stewart Award, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio, 1992 [In recognition of the ability to combine sensitivity and compassion with knowledge and skill in the practice of medicine]
- Presidential Citation Honor Lecture, American College of Chest Physicians, Montreal, Canada, 2005
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease
Specialty Interests
Advanced lung disease, asthma, congenital lung disease, lung cancer, lung transplantation, diagnosis and therapeutic bronchoscopy. Advanced lung disease, asthma, bronchitis, bronchogenic carcinoma, carcinoid syndrome, congenital lung disease, histoplasmosis, lambert-eaton myasthenic syndrome, lung cancer, malignant mesothelioma
Awards & Honors
- Most outstanding Resident, St. Francis Medical Center Trenton, N.J., 1979-1980
- Bruce Hubbard Stewart Award, Cleveland Clinic Foundation Cleveland, Ohio, 1992 [In recognition of the ability to combine sensitivity and compassion with knowledge and skill in the practice of medicine]
- Distinguished Physicians of the Year, Association of Indian Physicians of Northern Ohio, 1993
- International Center Physician of the Year Award for outstanding medical care and treatment of the international patients and support to the staff of the International Center, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio, 2000
- Fellowship Alumnus Recognition Award, Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, 2000
- Recognized as “Teacher of the Year,” Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, 2000-2001
- Elected as a member to the Fleishner Society, 2004
- Recognized as “Teacher of the Year,” Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio, 2005
- “Honorary Professor,” University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tirgu Mures, Tirgu Mures, Romania, 2005
- “Dr. Dezso Kassay Medal of Honor” for outstanding achievements in the field of Bronchology, Hungarian Respiratory Society, Szekesfehervar, Hungary, 2005
- Presidential Citation Honor Lecture, American College of Chest Physicians: Chest 2005, Montreal, Canada, Oct. 29-30, 2005
Innovations & Patents
- 2006 Innovator Award, Cleveland Clinic (Bronchoscopic Catheter for the Implantation of Fiducial Markers)
- Flexible Biopsy and Aspiration Needle, Cleveland, Ohio, 2006
Memberships
- American Thoracic Society
- American College of Physicians,
- American College of Chest Physicians,
- International Society for Heart & Lung Transplantation
- American Association for Bronchology & Interventional Pulmonology
Research & Publications
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170 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 | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
39 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 20, 2021
i attended the appointment with my other who is elderly. Dr. Mehta first read the report and stated medical terms and as soon as he was done he said: "now i am going to tell you what all that means" and he did all in layman's terms so my mother understand. both appointments she had with him were his last appointments of the day and in no way did we ever feel rushed.
Reviewed on May 6, 2021
Dr. Mehta is one of the nicest, considerate and finest doctors I have seen at the clinic.He does not rush you, and takes time explaining your condition and answering any questions you may have.I feel so very fortunate that I have him as one of my caregivers.
Reviewed on May 4, 2021
Proper care is not one sided. The doctor and patient need to work together. Being talked at does not achieve this.
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2021
Dr. Mehta is exceptionally concerned, thorough, professional, helpful and kind. I am very pleased and satisfied with his medical care, and will recommend both Dr. Mehta and the Cleveland Clinic if I have the opportunity to do so.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2021
The staff is very helpful. The Dr is awesome also.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2021
The Dr and I had a very good conversation about my issues with good direction.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2021
Dr. Mheta is fantastic. He has great communication skills and explains everything in a way in which it's easy for me to understand. Very appreciative of that.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2021
Dr. Metah is a wonderful man. He explained everything to myself and my Husband so kindly. We left with a very good feeling bcuz he was so thorough and caring. Wonderful experience! God Bless Dr. Metah!!
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2021
Love everything about Dr. Metah!!
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2021
Dr Metha is an amazing doctor with the ability to make you feel comfortable and cared for- at the tone of your visit you are his top priority!
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2021
Dr Mehta has been my lifesaver!
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2021
well pleased with the professionalism of Cleveland Clinic. Very pleased with the diagnosis of the doctor and his staff. Looking forward to getting my issues resolved.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2020
i was impressed by Dr.Metha (sp?) ... he is clever and thoughtful
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2020
Dr. she is very good
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2020
I think Dr. Metah is the best!!! He is so knowledgeable and caring.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2020
was very pleasantly surprised to find ease of making an appointment, courtesy of staff and experience of physicians
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2020
I love Dr Mehta his bedside manner, his knowledge is vast, he instills trust and he's honest.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2020
I love Dr. Mehta. He was one of the most caring and kind doctors I have seen.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2020
dr Mehta's assistant, also a doctor, spent quite a bit of time with me before he arrived snd then they both spent a lot of time. they explained my CT scan and answered my questions
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2020
Dr Mehta is a gem, so considerate and confidence-giving.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2020
dr Mehta was excellent. very informative about my condition and options for improvement
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2020
Dr. Mehta is a special person! He represents what is good in mankind...
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2020
can't ask for more he is the best of the best,caring physician
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2020
Very pleased that the Dr. was experianced enough to diagnose my problem, he is obviosly an expert in his field, but I left with many questions and was told to research on the internet my problem which left me with so many more questions
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2020
Dr. Mehta was very kind, knowledgeable, personable, straight forward with explaining my illness.
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2020
Dr. Mehta and his staff are ALWAYS informative and really seem to care about my health.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2020
I really liked Dr Mehta
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2020
I have always been treated with care and concern for what is Best for me . Totally Respect Dr. Mehta , Catalin , and the Whole Lung Transplant Teams . I tell everyone in Cleveland, Ohio and Naples, Florida about the Great Treatment I have Received and continue to Receive !
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2020
well pleased....wonderful and well, mannered Dr . Answers all questions so I can understand and explaines everything.
Reviewed on Aug 27, 2020
the doctor was very thorough,helpful and concerned. my wait time was not bad. the staff was friendly and very helpful
Reviewed on Aug 27, 2020
the provider explained to me the treatment that I would be getting and things that I need to do
Reviewed on Aug 27, 2020
Dr. Mehta is the best!
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2020
Dr. Mehta is extremely caring and compassionate. He always goes over my tests and completely explains everything. He also always asks if he I understand or have any questions
Reviewed on Aug 25, 2020
Dr Mehta is the best. He is caring and answered questions I had and provided solution options.
Reviewed on Aug 18, 2020
Dr. Mehta is amazing. He answers all my questions and makes sure I understand everything!
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2020
Dr Mehta as well as all the members of the transplant team are great. The depth at which they study each case is astounding to me. Dr Mehta is not only a seasoned leader in his profession but a kind and caring human being. I feel not just fortunate to be his patient and a patient of Cleveland Clinic, but blessed for it. Not just talk, this is heartfelt.
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2020
Dr Mehta is a fantastic doctor and I don't remember the respiratory therapist name,who took care of all of my pulmonary function testing,but she was absolutely fantastic
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2020
Dr.Mehta and all that were involved in my care that day, were just fantastic to me in everyway.
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2020
Dr. Mehta is amazing. He's always so professional but also caring. he takes time to explain everything and listens to my concerns. Switching my care from a big provider to Dr. Mehta was the best decision. I spent years feeling horrible and Dr. Mehta has worked hard to turn that around and continues to push to get me to where I want to be with my breathing. He's very compassionate and I trust him. He's a gem Cleveland should always keep.