Robert Fox, MD
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Neurology
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Directions
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- 216.444.8600
- Desk:
- 216.444.8602
- Fax:
- 216.445.7013
Treatment & Services
- Consultation and Long-term Care
- Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM)
- Devic's Disease (Neuromyelitis Optica)
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Neuroimmunology
- Optic Neuritis
- Transverse Myelitis
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View All PlansAbout Robert Fox, MD
He serves as an advisory committee member and principal site investigator for many clinical trials, including coordinating global principal investigator for a Phase III clinical trial of dimethyl fumarate in relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis (MS).
Dr. Fox’s current research interests focus on innovative MRI techniques to evaluate MS treatments and tissue recovery after injury, where he is principal investigator and co-investigator on grants funded by the NIH and National MS Society. He serves as a member of various advisory and review committees for the National MS Society. He is also Managing Director of the NARCOMS MS Patient Registry, a member of the General Advisory Council and Research Programs Committee for the Cleveland Clinic General Clinical Research Center, and a consultant to the pharmaceutical industry regarding the development of new treatments for MS.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2002
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
2003
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Neuroimmunology
Cleveland,
OH USA
2002
Residency - Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania
Neurology
Philadelphia,
PA USA
2000
Internship - Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania
Medicine
Philadelphia,
PA USA
1997
Medical Education - Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Baltimore,
MD USA
1996
Undergraduate - Amherst College
Amherst,
MA USA
1991
Additional Training
- Masters of Science in Clinical Research, Case Western Reserve University, 2003
Professional Highlights
- Advisory Committee on Fellowships, National Multiple Sclerosis Society (Chair, 2011-2012)
- International Coordinating Investigator, Phase III clinical trial of BG00012
- Editorial Board, Neurology and Multiple Sclerosis Journal
- Managing Director, NARCOMS MS Patient Registry
- Scientific Expert Working Group on CCSVI, Canadian Institutes of Health Research
- MS Clinical Phenotype Subcommittee, International Advisory Committee on Clinical Trials in MS
- Medical Monitor, Phase I Study of Mesenchymal Stem Cell Transplantation in MS
- Ad hoc reviewer, NIH ZRG1 BDCN-N Member Conflict Special Emphasis Panel
- Committee for Responsible Research Conduct, Cleveland Clinic
- Neurosciences Sub-Chair, Research Programs Committee, Cleveland Clinic
Certifications
- Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology
Specialty Interests
Multiple Sclerosis, Neuroimmunology
Awards & Honors
- 1991 James Olds Memorial Neuroscience Thesis Award
- 1992 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society Grant
- 1996 Sellards Travel Award to Johannesburg, South Africa
- 1996 Medical and Chirurgical Society of Maryland Award for Excellence in Organized Medicine
- 1996 Harold Lamport Biomedical Research Prize, Johns Hopkins University
- 1999 Zeritzky Resident Clinical Research Award, University of Pennsylvania
- 2000 Potiker Fellow, Mellen Center for Multiple Sclerosis Treatment and Research
- 2001 National Multiple Sclerosis Society Dale McFarlin Travel Award
- 2003-2012 Top Doctors, Cleveland Magazine
- 2008 Outstanding Physician/PA Team, Cleveland Clinic
- 2009 Fellow, American Academy of Neurology
- 2011 Researcher Hall of Fame, National MS Society
Memberships
- American Academy of Neurology
- American Society of Neuroimaging
- American Medical Association
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 7/19/2023, Dr. Fox 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.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Fox receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Sanofi Genzyme
- Novartis International, AG
- Immunic, Inc.
- Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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.
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43 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Explains | 4.5 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.6 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.5 |
6 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Aug 22, 2023
Dr. DiMauro, the fellow, was 5's across the board - I rated Dr. Fox here. He is obviously incredibly dedicated to his field. Unfortunately, I left with more questions than answers.
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2023
Dr. Fox is the best. Him and his staff have been a blessing. Life with MS is do-able thanks to him.
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2023
Just a great Doctor!!!
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2023
Dr. Fox always listens to me and my concerns. I truly appreciate the way he treats and cares for me. The MS journey is not an easy one. My husband even agrees that Dr. Fox really listens and is so caring and concerned. We don't live close to his office but we are SO glad he is my doctor now. Dr. Fox provides great service and care.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2023
My neurologist has been my doctor for 20 years and it's never been more difficult to get an appointment with him.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2022
Dr was very patient and really listened to my concerns