Robert Lorenz, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.8500
- Desk:
- 216.444.6689
- Fax:
- 216.445.8570
Additional Locations
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.8500
- Desk:
- 216.444.6689
- Fax:
- 216.445.8570
Medical Operations
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.8500
- Desk:
- 216.444.6689
- Fax:
- 216.445.8570
Treatment & Services
- Airway Stenosis Treatment
- Cancer Center
- Endoscopic Zenker's Diverticulum Surgery
- General ENT
- Head And Neck Cancer Treatment
- Head and Neck Endocrine Surgery
- Laryngeal Reinnervation
- Larynx Transplant
- Paraganglioma Surgery
- Pituitary Surgery
- Thyroidectomy
- Tracheostomy
- Tracheotomy
- Vocal Cord Paralysis Treatment
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Carotid Body Tumor
- Glomus Tumors
- Glomus Vagale Tumors
- Granulomatosis with Polyangitis (Wegener’s)
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Head and Neck Paragangliomas
- Head And Neck Tumors
- Hypopharyngeal Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Laryngeal Stenosis
- Laryngeal Tracheal Reconstruction
- Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer
- Nasal Cavity Cancer
- Nasopharyngeal Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Paraganglioma
- Parathyroid Cancer
- Salivary Gland Neoplasms
- Skull Base Cancer
- Subglottic Stenosis
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Nodule
- Tracheal Stenosis
- Tracheoesophageal Fistula
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Zenker's Diverticulum
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View All PlansAbout Robert Lorenz, MD
Robert Roman Lorenz, MD, MBA, FACS, is a surgeon in the Head and Neck Surgery Section of the Head and Neck Institute. He is board-certified in otolaryngology, head and neck surgery. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Lorenz also currently serves as the Medical Director of Payment Reform, Risk & Contracting for the Cleveland Clinic Health System. From 2008 to 2011, Dr. Lorenz served as the Chief Medical Officer of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (CCAD).
Dr. Lorenz's education includes a Bachelor of Science from Yale University and a Medical Doctorate with Honors from the University of Rochester School of Medicine, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. His training in otolaryngology, head and neck surgery was completed at the Cleveland Clinic, including an additional year of research. His fellowship was performed at Vanderbilt University in head and neck tumor and skull-base surgery. Dr. Lorenz returned to the Cleveland Clinic and became the Head of the Section of Head and Neck Surgery after one year of practice. His interests include airway reconstruction, head and neck tumors including paragangliomas, salivary gland neoplasms, carotid body tumors and Zenker’s diverticulum. He is an innovator in vocal cord paralysis, laryngeal and tracheal stenosis, as well as laryngeal and tracheal transplantation.
Dr. Lorenz has co-authored over 60 scientific articles, 12 book chapters and delivered over 140 invited national and international lectures or papers. Dr. Lorenz is an educator, teaching residents and fellows in head and neck surgery, and serves on the editorial board or as a reviewer for 10 different scientific journals in his field. He received his Masters of Business Administration with distinction from the London Business School in 2010.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2002
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - London Business School
Business Administration with distinction
London,
2010
Fellowship - Vanderbilt University
Head and Neck Oncology, Skull Base Surgery
Nashville,
TN USA
2003
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Otolaryngology
Cleveland,
OH USA
2002
Internship - Cleveland Clinic
General Surgery
Cleveland,
OH USA
1997
Medical Education - University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Rochester,
NY USA
1996
Undergraduate - Yale University
New Haven,
CT USA
1992
Additional Training
- BS, Yale University, New Haven, CT
Certifications
- Otolaryngology
Specialty Interests
airway stenosis, head and neck paraganglioma, Head And Neck Tumors including salivary gland neoplasms, larynx and tracheal reconstruction, skull base neoplasms, tracheotomy, vocal cord diseases, Vocal Cord Paralysis
Awards & Honors
- Medical Doctorate with Honors
- Best Doctors, Cleveland Area
- Consultant to National Wegener's Granulomatosis Association
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
- Masters of Business Administration awarded With Distinction
Innovations & Patents
- Pioneered techniques in airway reconstruction due to stenosis
- Patent number 11/352,960 for airway stenting tube ventilator adapter
117 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
36 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jun 16, 2022
Dr. Lorenz was one of the most attentive physicians I have ever met. The time he took to explain things as well as truly listen to me went above and beyond my expectations. He did not rush us and made sure to make us feel as comfortable as possible. A very brilliant yet compassionate person. A blessing to me.
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2022
Dr Lorenz is the BEST!
Reviewed on May 5, 2022
Dr. Lorenz was very nice.I felt that he was actually listening to me and was empathetic to my frustration re: my medical status. He seemed genuinely interested to try to do what he can to help me achieve the best outcome possible.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2022
Dr Lorenz ALWAYS listens and is the best doctor I have seen in my 61 years of life. Very kind, listens and always explains things easily!!
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2022
I received great care from the doctor and his entire staff. I feel great. I APPRECIATE it.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2022
Dr Lorenz is Amazing!
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2022
Dr. Lorenz always sees me as a person first. His care is outstanding. He is an excellent surgeon and physician.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2022
*Dr. Lorenz and his team are fantastic!
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2022
Dr Lorenz's team is terrific and friendly to work with.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2022
I continue to be grateful for the care from Dr. Lorenz. I trust him. We make decisions together from his recommendations based on data. I owe my ability to see my daughter graduate, with her DPT in a few weeks, to Dr. Lorenz and his team. She and I will always be immeasurably grateful.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2022
Dr.Lorenz is great
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2022
My daughter and I were very happy with the Zoom meeting and as always, Dr. Lorenz explained my situation and was very receptive of my questions. Another Zoom meeting is scheduled for 6mo. This saves me a two and a half drive one way.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2022
Dr. Lorenz did a great job explaining ny condituon using the available data. I appreciate your support and care.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2022
I have recommended Dr lorenez and his staff on a web site on Facebook for others with bi lateral vocal cord paralyzation
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2022
Dr. Lorenz is the best. I really feel like he cares about me.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2021
Dr Lorenz is the best
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2021
I was very impressed with Dr Lorenze. He was kind, knowledgeable and attentive to my concerns. He was impressively succinct and has vast experience in my rare disease.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2021
Dr. Lorenz always gives me options and makes me feel like I'm part of the process
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2021
Dr Lorenz is the utmost professional physician and a caring individual.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2021
Dr. Lorenz was amazing. He looked me in the eye and talked with me and listed to me attentively. He encouraged me to take photos of my scan and scope to help me remember what we spoke about and gave me a plan for next steps. I'm so grateful I was able to see him.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2021
Dr Lorenz was extremely professional and thoroughly answered all of my questions. Very easy to talk with.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2021
I can't say enough about Dr Lorenz. He is a top notch surgeon. I drive hours to reach him. My only regret is that I didn't find him sooner.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2021
Dr Lorenz has always taken the upmost time and effort in explaining every situation and procedure. Not only that but has contacted other doctors and anesthesia teams when having any type of surgery to explain my breathing g situation and the best way for intubation should it be needed. A+ doctor In my opinion.
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2021
Dr. Lorenz is kind caring and very very detail oriented
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2021
Dr. Lorenz is the best!
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2021
Dr Lorenz is the best
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2021
My experience was excellent. Dr. Lorenz was AWESOME. He is a very caring and passionate person. He explained everything throughly that I could understand what he would like to do. I then followed up and we have already done the dilation and will talk about the next step a little later. Im feeling so much better.
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2021
Such professional, nice, caring Doctor.
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2021
*Dr. Robert Lorenz was absolutely awesome!
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2021
I've never had a more caring and compassionate physician.
Reviewed on Aug 25, 2021
I have never encountered any negativity from Dr. Lorenz
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2021
This was my first appointment with Dr Lorenz and he definitely did not disappoint. I am super excited to have him as my doctor.
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2021
Dr. Lorenz had me at the first "Hello". He was on top of his game and didn't miss a beat. I was totally impressed.
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2021
Dr. Lorenz was amazing, once I was able to get the appointment. It took over 3 weeks to get the call.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2021
Dr. Lorenz is a wonderful caring and very skilled doctor. He is the best.
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2021
Dr. Lorenz is top-notch. He sets the bar very high for other doctors.