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Department Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
Primary Location South Pointe Hospital
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon No
Locations Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • 48-hour Bravo Esophageal pH Test
  • Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC)
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Diagnostic Endoscopy
  • Endoscopic Treatment Of Strictures
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Celiac Block
  • Endoscopy
  • Esophageal Band Ligation
  • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
  • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
  • Hydrogen Breath Test
  • Ileoscopy
  • Lactose and Glucose Hydrogen Breath Test
  • Proctitis - Care and Treatment
  • Therapeutic Endoscopy
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Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Achalasia
  • Bowel Incontinence
  • Celiac Disease (Celiac Sprue)
  • Colon Polyps
  • Colonic Neoplasia
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Diarrhea
  • Diseases of the Small Bowel
  • Diverticulosis
  • Duodenal Polyps
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
  • Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis
  • Esophagitis
  • Gallbladder Disease
  • Gallstones
  • Gas (Digestive)
  • Gastritis
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
  • Gastroparesis
  • Giardiasis
  • Heartburn
  • Helicobacter Pylori
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Lactose Intolerance
  • Large Intestine Cancer
  • Malabsorption
  • Microscopic Colitis
  • Nausea
  • Proctitis
  • Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Strictures of the GI Tract
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Trichinosis
  • Ulcerative Colitis
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Insurance

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Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2001

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Richland Memorial Hospital
Gastroenterology
Columbia, SC
1988

Residency - MetroHealth Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Cleveland, OH
1983

Medical Education - The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
Washington, DC
1980

Undergraduate - University of Pittsburgh
Chemistry
Pittsburgh, PA
1976

Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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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 7/14/2024, Dr. Lever 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

202 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
4.6 out of 5
Explains 4.6
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.6
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.5

47 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2024

Dr. Lever is a exceptional Doctor. He goes above and beyond for his patients and takes his time going over everything making sure that he doesn't miss anything. He is caring, compassionate, and one of the top GI doctors. I have been his patient for over 20 years and never once thought about seeing another GI doctor even for a second opinion.

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024

Dr. Lever is an excellent doctor but the Clinic schedules too many appointments for him-21 that day-to give him adequate time with each patient to give them good care. It's not fair to your doctors or their patients to do so much over scheduling.

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024

Dr. Lever Is a kind, caring doctor. It has taken me years to find a doctor who listened to my problems. Dr. Lever has already started to address my concerns with tests to find the cause of my issues. I am thankful he was recommended to me and I was able to get an appointment.

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2024

I am very greatful and thankful for Dr Levy

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2024

I would like to say that Dr. Lever is actually wonderful. He is compassionate, caring and takes his time when you have concerns and questions. Puts you at ease. He's very patient. He is understands the needs of his patients. I am very grateful that he is my doctor. He explains everything and he makes you very comfortable. I have recommended him too many people. To me, he is the best.

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2024

From the start of the call this Dr. Didn't seemed like he didn't care about what I had to say or my reasons for coming to Cleveland clinic. He showed no care whatsoever and my husband (who was sitting beside me) can contest to this. This is the second male Dr who has done this to me. I will never recommend him to any woman I know experiencing pain.

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2024

Dr. Lever is great!

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2024

Dr. Lever is one of the best. He is thorough, caring, knowledgeable, and most importantly, he listens to you. Dr. Lever has been my GI doctor for 23 years, that alone should say something.

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2024

The doctor was very good , Very easy to talk to explain everything to me .

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2024

Dr. Lever was amazing!! Absolutely the best!

Reviewed on May 31, 2024

Dr. Lever is the best

Reviewed on May 17, 2024

Dr. Lever is kind and very very knowledgeable! I trust him completely!

Reviewed on May 16, 2024

Dr was very good

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Doctor was over half hour late but spent quality time at my appointment. I would have appreciated communication that he was going to be late. I waited on the phone forever to find out he was behind.

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Dr. Lever has been GI doctor for 23 years. He is the best. Dr. Lever is thorough, he goes over all your test results and explains everything in ways a patient would understand. He is kind and very respectful and you never feel rushed. Eight years ago, Dr. Lever literally saved my life when I had C.diff. The Cleveland Clinic if very fortunate to have Dr. Lever on their staff.

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2024

I had a virtual/Zoom appointment because there were no in-person ones available with a G.I. Doctor within a comfortable time period due to my symptoms and G.I. History.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024

I communicate with Dr. Lever's office using MyChart and have no complaints whatsoever

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024

I would highly recommend Dr. Lever to people I hold dear because of his expertise, humanity, and people-centered staff.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024

I came to Dr. Lever's practice after being disappointed by the care I received at a different institution. The difference was night and day. Dr. Lever went above and beyond listening, explaining how things work, discussing treatment options, and assuring me we would do everything possible to improve my situation. The procedure and follow-up with him were excellent. My experience with this expert and humane doctor and his efficient staff has relieved my stress considerably. I value the Cleveland Clinic's communication tools from MyChart to helpful videos. So thankful to be Dr. Lever's patient in this institution.

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2024

Dr. Lever is very attentive to my concerns and I feel he cares about me as a patient. He thoroughly answers my questions and makes sure I follow-up with him to be sure his recommended treatment works. I would definitely recommend Dr. Lever.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2024

Dr lever is the best, always been so understanding an wants what's best for his patience

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2024

Dr lever is highly engaging

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024

Tell visit gave me an opportunity to get an appointment quickly. In person visit had me out scheduled for over 4-6 weeks. Sadly, I waited 2.5 hours on televisit and Dr. Lever did not show. I emailed and texted his MyChart that I could not wait any longer. He has been an incredible specialist. His schedule is so overbooked that he a not able to meet his patient needs. We works until 8pm at night. It's too much. He needs to manage all his patients well. By managing too much, he is not being of service to himself or me.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024

Dr. Lever has given 150% when I am able to see him. He has been late on to televisits. I had to wait over 50 minutes for one visit and 2.5 hours for the second. He is so overbooked that patients like myself are not receiving his good care. He is only a man with limited time availability. I have not received quality care not because of Dr. Lever's skills, but by the CCF process of care. It's not adding value to the physician or the patient.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024

Televisit to an effective but has not been with Dr. Lever. It's not Dr. Lever. It's the process of care. He is managing more patients in a day than hours in a day. I did not receive good care not because of his skills but because of his availability. He is so overbooked.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2024

Dr Lever is always very personable and helpful

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024

Dr. Lever is very thorough.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2024

Dr. Lever is an amazing doctor. He really shows that he cares a lot about his patients

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2024

Dr. Lever was able to fit me into a cancellation in his schedule and the timing worked well for me.

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2024

Dr. Lever was great. He listened, yet was decisive.

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2024

Dr Lever was very concerned n worked hard to get me care

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2024

Always pleased with Dr.Lever

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2024

Dr. Lever asked questions, listened, and problem solved with me. My concerns and questions were heard. His manner was friendly and sincere as he shared his expertise. He wanted to have the whole picture to understand my situation. I feel confident in his care going forward and very fortunate to have found a thorough, empathetic gastroenterologist.

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2023

I had an excellent experience and appreciated the time the doctor met with me to resolve my issues.

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2023

I felt very good about doctor's interaction and concern. Once we had our visit I didn't mind the initial wait but it would have been helpful if someone had checked in with me to let me know that there was a delay.

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2023

Dr. Lever is a top-notch listener and explained everything in layman terms easy to understand

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2023

Doctor was very thorough and my health and well being was really important to him . Went over everything with me

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2023

Dr Lever seems quite experienced and qualified.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2023

Dr Lever is fantastic

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2023

I love Dr. Lever. He is DETERMINED to figure out what my GI issues are. You don't see that nowadays.

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2023

Excellent provider

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2023

Provider takes the time to explain best method of treatment and conditions.

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2023

Dr Lever was extremely clear about his approach to the problem and rationale. Good experience

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2023

Dr. Lever had urgency to identify my issue, was professional and caring as well as efficient.

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2023

Very good appointment and the doctor asked great questions!

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2023

Left a message at Dr. Lever's and didn't receive a call back.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2023

Would not go to any other gastrol Doctor

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