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Title APRN/PA Director- Neurologic Institute
Department Center for Spine Health
Primary Location Strongsville Family Health Center
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon No
Locations
Strongsville Family Health Center
Primary Location

Strongsville Family Health Center

Appointment:
216.636.5860
Desk:
440.878.2500
Fax:
216.445.9679

Additional Locations

Specialties & Treatments

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Back Pain in Athletes
  • Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Cervical Spine Disorders
  • Degenerative Spine Disease
  • Herniated Disc
  • Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Lumbar Radiculopathy
  • Lumbar Spine Disorders
  • Radiculopathy
  • Spinal Disorders
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spondylosis
  • Thoracic Spine Disorders
View all 13 Specialties +
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Biography

About Alfred Melillo, PA-C

Alfred Melillo, PA-C has been practicing as a physician assistant since 2000.  He began his career at Cleveland Clinic in the Center for Spine Health in January 2004.
Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2004

Education & Fellowships

Graduate School - University of Nebraska Medical Center
Masters/PA Studies
Omaha, NE USA
2010

Undergraduate - King's College
Physician Assistant Studies
Wilkes Barre, PA USA
2000

Undergraduate - Mount Union College
Sports Medicine
Alliance, OH USA
1998

Additional Training

  • Master of Physician Assistant Studies - University of Nebraska Medical Center

Professional Highlights

  • APRN/PA Director- Neurologic Institute - 2018-present
  • APRN/PA Manager- Center for Spine Health and Physical Medicine/Rehab - 2015-2018
  • APRN/PA Co-Director for the Cleveland Spine Review - 2014-2016

Certifications

  • Physician Assistant

Specialty Interests

Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar Spine Disorders

Awards & Honors

  • Recipient of Cleveland Clinic Outstanding PA Department of the Year Award - 2015
  • Recipient of Cleveland Clinic PA Shining Star Award - 2006, 2011, 2014, 2017

Memberships

  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
  • American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
  • Ohio Academy of Physician Assistants (OAPA)
Patient Satisfaction Reviews

111 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
4.9 out of 5
Explains 4.9
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 5
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

8 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2023

Dr. Melillo took his time with me and explained everything in language I could understand.

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2023

Alfred J Melillo, PA-C was absolutely one of the best providers of care I have ever had.

Reviewed on May 31, 2023

Alfred is very professional, but relaxed and easy to talk to. Never conveys that he's in a hurry to rush you out the door. Appreciate his positive attitude.

Reviewed on May 24, 2023

Dr.Al went above and beyond in explaining my situation. Covered everything!!

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023

Dr Melillo was awesome!! Took his time explaining my condition and offering suggestion to relieve any pain. Had a great plan and was very prompt at all appointments.

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2022

The man is an excellent doctor !!!

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2022

Great doctor and staff

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2022

Making the initial connection to the provider needs a lot of improvement.

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