Alan Lichtin, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6833
- Desk:
- 216.444.6823
- Fax:
- 216.444.9464
Treatment & Services
- Blood Transfusion
- Cancer Center
- Chemotherapy
- Clinical Trials
- General Hematology
- Hematology
- Nerve Biopsy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Anemia
- Blood Clots
- Blood Disorders
- Cancer
- Hemostasis Disorders
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
- Myelodysplasia
- Platelet Disorders
- Pulmonary Embolism
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Appointed
1988
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hematology/Oncology
Philadelphia,
PA USA
1986
Residency - University Hospitals of Cleveland
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1983
Internship - University Hospitals of Cleveland
Medical Internship
Cleveland,
OH USA
1981
Medical Education - University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Cincinnati,
OH USA
1980
Undergraduate - University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati,
OH USA
1976
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology
- Internal Medicine - Hematology
Specialty Interests
Adult hematology, coagulation and hemostasis disorders, hematologic malignancies, blood disorders, cancer, hemostasis disorders, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), myelodysplasia, platelet disorders
Awards & Honors
- Fellow in FACP since 7/1/09 from the Ohio Chapter
Research & Publications
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78 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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Overall | Star Ratings | |
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Explains | 4.9 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
20 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Dec 14, 2022
Dr. Lichtin's staff and himself is very good and helpful
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2022
Doctor Lichtin was thorough in his explanation, but did not want to get ahead of results by speculating. I appreciated that he ordered tests to confirm diagnosis. He called with results himself on a Sunday afternoon- I was blown away to receive a call during non traditional work hours. I have been working with Dr. Lichtin for a couple weeks now. I require daily blood draws, he calls me each night with results and always asks how I'm feeling, if there are any concerns or questions.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2022
A great experience. I wish all doctor's were as attentive and competent as Dr. Licthin.
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2022
Dr. Lichtin is a great doctor.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2022
Very grateful to have the option for a video chat with my hematologist. My condition is currently stable but if this were not the case, I do not feel a video chat would have worked to handle my care. Dr. Alan Lichten is an excellent hematologist and I feel very fortunate to be under his care.
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2022
Excellent experience with Dr. Lichten
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2022
I TRUSTED DOCTOR LICTHIN VERY MUCH
Reviewed on Aug 22, 2022
"Very Good" is not adequate to describe the care and caring that I have experienced with Dr, Lichtin. " Superb" would be a better adjective. I have every confidence in Dr. Lichtin's care and I have recommended him to others who have similar problems.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2022
Selecting Dr Lichtin as my hemotologist was one of the best decisions I've made
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2022
I always have an excellent expectance when visiting Dr. Lichtin.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2022
Dr. Lichtin is the best doctor here at CCF. He always provides extraordinary, excellent care!! He is always very respectful, caring and takes time to listen to his patient's concerns. He answers all of my questions and always include me in his treatment decisions. He is the absolute best doctor I have ever had in my life time. He saved my life many years ago and has continued taking excellent care of me. Dr. Lichtin ROCKS!!!
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2022
I always have an excellent experience when visiting Dr. Lichtin. In the many years he has taken excellent care of me, I have never had a bad or poor experience.
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2022
Dr. Lichtin has always been so thorough with my illness. He has even called on a Sunday with results. One of the best doctors I have ever had take care of me.
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2022
Dr. Lichtin was very personable and made me feel very comfortable. He asked a lot of questions which made me feel like I was in great hands.
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2022
Dr. Lichtin is always excellent
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2022
Physician called me to provide summary of test results. I was out of town and returned his call but never received a follow up call.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2022
DR LICHTIN IS AN AMAZING PHYSICIAN!
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2022
Dr Lichten goes above and beyond what is expected to get me the care that is needed
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2022
There are not enough great words to describe Dr. Lichtin's excellent medical expertise. His compassion, kindness, expertise, wisdom, patience, professionalism, knowledge, thoroughness, skill, and care are totally amazing. I do highly recommend him to everyone I can. You could hire more like him, but it would be impossible to find them, I'm afraid. He is one in a zillion.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2022
The doctor talked to "me" not the computer. I appreciate that