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 Transplant
- 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 Polyangiitis (Wegener’s)
- Histoplasmosis
- Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome
- Lung Cancer
- Mesothelioma
- Pneumonia
- Superior Vena Cava Syndrome
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
- 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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As of 3/1/2023, Dr. Mehta 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.
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123 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 | |
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Explains | 4.9 | |
Listens | 5 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
19 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Nov 8, 2023
All care providers were courteous, thorough and respectful. I would recommend Cleveland Clinic to anyone needing care.
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2023
I enjoy my appointments with Dr. Mehta.Very straight forward and to the point. I aappreciate that!Very friendly as well.
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2023
The doctor took care to stop and clearly explain everything about the tests and diagnosis to be sure that I understood completely possible future treatments and the necessity of continuing to monitor for advancement of my condition. He is very kind and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2023
Dr. Mehta is an excellent healthcare provider. He answered all my questions went over a treatment plan with me. Assure me I could contact him any time if I had any additional issues or concerns. I have recommended several family members to him. Dr. Mehta is a great asset to the cleveland clinic foundation.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2023
Dr Metha is the very best-kind,caring, and knows his business!!!!!! Thanks Dr Metha!
Reviewed on Aug 22, 2023
Dr. Mehta is the main reason we drive back to the Clinic for care.
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
Never had any problems with Dr. Mehta or his staff.
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2023
Very pleased with the time and care Doctor Mehta has provided for me he's addressed concerns about me being under weight and placed me in Pulmonary Rehabilitation to get me stronger before my double lung transplant. He's also weening me off medications I don't need to be taking anymore. He is a wonderful caring doctor I would recommend to anyone who needs his services.
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2023
Shawn (Helped me schedule the appointment), and Dr. Mehta are absolutely incredible. The care and attention from the staff was amazing.Dr Mehta has incredible bedside manners. Was courteous to myself and my husband. Explained everything in detail with care. I am very lucky to have met with him. THANK YOU! He's incredible.
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2023
Dr. Mehta is incredible. He cares so much about his patients and takes his time explaining and ensuring you understand everything - Medical terms broken down clearly. He is a wonderful doctor and my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the clinic.
Reviewed on May 26, 2023
Dr. Mehta is an outstanding doctor. We came to him after being told by another Dr. at another hospital there was nothing to do to help me. Dr. Mehta has me back on my feet and living the best life possible for a person with my condition.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023
The doctor was very helpful. Explained everything in terms I could understand
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2023
Provider went above and beyond explaining imaging and reviewed in detail - took an extensive period of time
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023
Have very pleased for the most part with everything about dr. Mehta"s office. Had to wait a very long time to see him but I understand and it's not happened before
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2023
One of the best doctors I have
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
Dr. Meta has been excellent! He listens to me, helped me , explains things thoroughly and genuinely wants to help me!
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2023
I cannot speak highly enough about Dr. Meta. He is very knowledgeable, experienced, efficient and most importantly, a patient and most caring doctor.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2023
I have repeatedly "sung the praises" of the Cleveland Clinic and Dr. Meta to my friends, family and acquaintances.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2022
Was told I would be seen around 4-15-22 by Dr. Mehta . Received message saying it was in March .. I have called twice this week and have not received a call back to set spot in mid April . I see Dr. Mehta. Every 4 mos for follow up .