Thomas Mroz, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.636.5860
- Desk:
- 216.445.9232
- Fax:
- 216.636.2040
Additional Locations
Center for Spine Health
Strongsville Family Health Center
16761 S Park Center
Strongsville, OH 44136
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.636.5860
- Desk:
- 440.878.2500
- Fax:
- 216.636.2040
Orthopaedic and Rheumatologic Institute
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.636.5860
- Desk:
- 216.444.1769
- Fax:
- 216.636.9600
Treatment & Services
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery
- Cervical Deformity Surgery
- Cervical Spine Surgery
- Complex Cervical Spine Surgery
- Microsurgical and Minimally Invasive Techniques
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Neck Surgery
- Revision Cervical Spine Surgery
- Spine Tumor Removal And Reconstruction
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Cervical Infections
- Cervical Myelopathy
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Cervical Spine Kyphosis
- Cervical Tumors
- Complex Cervical Deformities
- Complex Spinal Disorders
- Herniated Disc
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View All PlansAbout Thomas Mroz, MD
Thomas E. Mroz, MD is the Director of the Center for Spine Health and Director of Spine Research at Cleveland Clinic. He is a board-certified Spine Surgeon in the Departments of Orthopaedic Surgery, Neurological Surgery and the Center for Spine Health at Cleveland Clinic. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio. Thereafter, he completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, D.C. He then completed two spinal surgery fellowships, one at the University of California, Los Angeles, and the other in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Tennessee, Memphis. His focus of the second fellowship was minimally invasive spine surgery.
Dr. Mroz specializes in all aspects of spinal surgery, and has a dedicated interest in minimally invasive surgery and cervical (neck) spine surgery, including radiculopathy, myelopathy, stenosis, disc herniations, cervical disc replacement, revision cervical surgery, cervical infections, cervical tumors and cervical deformity.
He is very active in research, and has lectured nationally and internationally on minimally invasive surgery and cervical spine surgery. He has authored numerous research articles and textbook chapters, and serves as a reviewer for several peer-reviewed journals. He is a member in good standing in the North American Spine Society and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He continues to have a very active role in the education of medical students, residents and fellows.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2004
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of California Los Angeles Medical Center
Spinal Surgery
Los Angeles,
CA USA
2003
Fellowship - Semmes Murphy Clinic
Neurosurgery
Memphis,
TN USA
2003
Residency - George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Orthopaedic Surgery
Washington,
DC USA
2002
Internship - George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
General Surgery
Washington,
DC USA
1998
Medical Education - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
MD
Cleveland,
OH USA
1997
Undergraduate - Case Western Reserve University
Biology
Cleveland,
OH USA
1993
Professional Highlights
- Deputy Editor, Global Spine Journal
- Deputy Editor, The Spine Journal
- Editorial Board, The Spine Journal
- Biologics Board, North American Spine Society
- Research Committee, AO Spine North America
- Patient Education Sub-Committee, Cervical Spine Research Society
- Education Committee, North American Spine Society
- Reviewer, Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation
- Reviewer, Evidence Based Spine Surgery
- Reviewer, Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
- Reviewer, Cell and Tissue Banking
- Reviewer, Global Spine Journal
- Reviewer, Neurosurgery
- Best Doctors in America, 2010, 2011
Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialty Interests
Cervical Disc Herniation, Cervical Infections, Cervical Myelopathy and Radiculopathy, Cervical Tumors, Complex Cervical Spine Surgery including Cervical Deformity, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Revision Cervical Spine Surgery
Memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery (AAOS)
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
- AOSpine North America
- Cervical Spine Research Society (CSRS)
- North American Spine Society (NASS)
- Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (SMISS)
Research & Publications
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As of 10/2/2020, Dr. Mroz 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.
Royalty Payments. Dr. Mroz receives or has the right to receive royalty payments for inventions or discoveries commercialized through the companies shown below:
- Stryker Corporation
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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104 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 | 4.7 | |
| Listens | 4.4 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.7 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.7 |
21 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 7, 2020
Dr Mroz exceeded my expectations in many ways. he was personable, he took the time to explain things clearly, he gave me hope about my condition, he was prompt. wonderful!
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2020
Dr. Mroz is kind, thoughtful, extremely knowledgeable, thurough, and approachable. I would trust him to care for my family and friends. The best doctor I have ever had the privilege to meet.
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2020
Staff all made me feel like they cared.I most definitely would and will recommend ClevelandClinic to everyone.I only wish I knew about Dr.Mroz years ago and I could of had my surgery sooner and not in the severe pain I was in when I would lock up and in very severe pain.I also wanted to say That Dr.Mroz ,I met him before my surgery and right after in the main campus when checked up on me later in my room.Then I met him regular Dr's visit in Strongsville,Oh. and this man was so nice and caring and so far im doing good not having the severe pain of like a knife in me and if I moved its like re-stabbing and if I moved it was like stabbed and slicing and would hurt so bad and not stop and I couldn't move or it would do it again and Again and so fourth.Dr.Mroz I can't speak enough good things.How he did an excellent job and all who worked that day on my surgery and also the Hospitalstaff ,nurses, and others all so nice and cared for me.I want to Thank all of them.Excellent jobber besides there job They all from day 1 to this ending more than there job......They cared and made you feel like Family.Thank You all from the bottom of my Heart...!!!
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2020
I was very impressed with Dr. Mroz. He certainly put my mind at ease about the issues I've been having about my neck. I liked the fact that he was a surgeon that was not recommending surgery.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2020
excellent Doctor great bedside manner. Explained everything and answered all questions. I would rate him a 12 out of 10
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2020
I can't say enough about Dr Mroz. He is thoughtful, respectful, personable, hopeful with great confidence in himself and his abilities in a truly humble way.
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2020
Dr. Mroz and staff are most professional people I have ever known. They don't tell me what I want to hear, but what I need to hear, and I appreciate it.
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2020
I will recommend Dr. Mroz to anybody who needs spine surgery.
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2020
Dr. Mroz is an excellent doctor.
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2020
I had a very good experience .The Doctor listened to me and asked alot about my problem.He tried a few things and read alot of my other Doctors reports and findings.He looked at the disks I brought from other exams.He gave me some options and my problem with my neck / right shoulder .My severe pain was very bad during my visit.We decided to have the proceduredone per the Doctor.He advised me someone will get ahold of me to set the procedure up.The Doctor was very nice and explained what he will be doing.I advised the Doctor I cant do this stabbinglike a knife goes in and like slicing.I had to drive home after my Drs appt and a good hoursdrive.Overall I was good with this visit.Thank You.
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2020
If I had a choice I would go to a regional hospital for care, nursing care needs work. Doctors excellent.
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2020
*Dr. Mroz super awesome & PA-C *Dr. Mellini, took excellent care of me.
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2020
Appt was change From 12:20 pm to 9:00 am 1 day before From Strongsville, Ohio to the main Cleveland canvas . I live in the Detroit area 3.5 hrs of drive time. So was leaving at 8:00 am now I had to leave at 3:30am to make the 9:00 am Got there at 8:30 am with friend. The doctor did not show up till 11:15 am, the desk was very nice but really couldn't get communication with the doctor. Once they said 10:00 am then no communication till 11:15 am when the dr showed up. This never happen before, very not respectful of my time and my friends time.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2020
Doctor Mroz answered all my questions and allowed me all the time I wanted. He was well prepared with my records and tests at hand.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2020
The kindest doctor I have ever met.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2020
I was very nervous about this appointment because I was concerned that the world renowned Cleveland Clinic would make me feel as if they had more important issues to deal with. That was not the case. Dr. Mroz seemed truly concerned about my needs. I was comfortable talking to him about my needs & what the future may hold for me, medically. Not once did I feel that I must hurry so that Dr. Mroz could get on to his next patient.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2020
doctor was rude and asked us why we were there
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2020
I did not receive the care I needed. I came back expecting the doctor to follow through with scheduling the procedure he had recommended and instead it seemed as though I had never before been there.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2019
I have to say, if this was my first experience with Cleveland Clinic I would never return. I have never felt so ashamed of myself, because of a doctor's opinion of me.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2019
Dr. Mroz instills confidence. For my particular condition we have a plan with a back up as well. comforting to have choices.He's very much a true professional at his craft.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2019
Dr. Mroz really cares about his patients. I would and have highly recommended him. I always felt that I was in good hands with Dr. Mroz. I have a lot of medical anxiety and I always felt that he would take good care of me.