Sandra Hong, MD
Treatment & Services
- Allergy Immunotherapy
- Allergy Skin Tests
- Allergy Tests
- Blood Tests
- Clinical Allergy
- Diagnosing Asthma
- Diagnostic Skin Testing For Food, Inhalant, And Drug Allergy
- Drug Allergy Desensitization Therapy
- Drug Challenge and Desensitization
- Exhaled Breath Analysis
- Food Challenge Test
- Immunodeficiency Evaluation
- Immunoglobulin Infusion
- Immunotherapy
- Peak Flow Meter
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Treating Asthma With Bronchodilators
- Virtual Visits
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Airborne Allergens
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Disorders
- Allergies
- Allergy Skin Testing
- Anaphylaxis
- Asthma
- Bee Stings
- Dermatitis
- Drug Allergy
- Eczema
- Egg Allergy
- Eosinophilia
- Fish Allergy
- Food Allergies
- Hay Fever
- Hives (Urticaria)
- Immunodeficiency
- Insect Sting Allergies
- Latex Allergy
- Mastocytosis
- Medication Allergies
- Milk Allergies
- Milk Allergy
- Milk Allergy in Infants
- Nut Allergy
- Ocular Allergies
- Pediatric Allergic Rhinitis/conjunctivitis
- Pediatric Allergies
- Pediatric Allergies What You Should Know
- Pediatric Allergy, Egg
- Pediatric Allergy, Fish
- Pediatric Allergy, Insect Stings
- Pediatric Allergy, Latex
- Pediatric Allergy, Shellfish
- Pediatric Allergy, Wheat
- Seasonal Allergies
- Shellfish Allergy
- Soy Allergy
- Urticaria
- Wheat Allergy
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View All PlansAbout Sandra Hong, MD
Sandra Hong, MD, Associate Staff, in the Department Allergy and Clinical Immunology, sees patients at the Strongsville Family Health and Surgery Center.
After completing a BS from the University of Akron in Ohio, Dr. Hong received her medical degree from the Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine in Rootstown, Ohio. She performed her internship and residency at Summa Health System, Akron, and her specialty training through a fellowship from Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. She was appointed to Cleveland Clinic in 2005.
Dr. Hong also does on demand allergy visits through Express Care Online.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2005
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Massachusetts General Hospital
Allergy & Immunology
Boston,
MA USA
2003
Residency - Summa Health System
Internal Medicine
Akron,
OH USA
2003
Internship - Summa Health System
Internal Medicine
Akron,
OH USA
2000
Medical Education - Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine
Rootstown,
OH USA
1997
Undergraduate - University of Akron
Akron,
OH USA
1993
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Allergy and Immunology
Specialty Interests
Clinical allergy and immunology, food allergy
Awards & Honors
- Alpha Omega Alpha
- FAAAAI
- FACAAI
Research & Publications
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158 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 | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Knows Medical History | 4.9 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
65 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 16, 2019
she is the best doctor ever.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
Dr Hong was extremely kind and concerned. She is very knowledgeable and will work through all your concerns. I would recommend her highly.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
I was very impressed with Dr. Hong! She was very kind and compassionate, taking the time to listen to me and explain her diagnosis and treatment options. She took into consideration my anxiety and also addressed ways to overcome this. I would highly recommend her as a physician. Her nurse was also very kind and compassionate, and took the time to get quick answers to set my mind at ease when I called with a concern. I greatly appreciated this.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
Dr. Hong was wonderful! She took a great deal of time with me, which I appreciated, and made me feel as if she was genuinely concerned with helping me.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
The staff all seemed to "click", and I could tell they had a genuine caring and respect for each other. I would highly recommend my family and friends to Dr. Hong if they are in need of her services.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
this was probably the best experience I've ever had at a doctors visit. I can't streas enough how impressed I was
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2019
Dr Hong is en exceptionally excellent physician, as you are well aware.
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2019
Great teamwork & great physician!
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2019
Dr. Hong is one of my favorite doctors to visit at Cleveland Clinic. Very caring, warm, and personable. I feel cared for and understood.
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2019
if I could have Dr. Hong as my own provider, I would! she is absolutely amazing. she explains everything, has fun with my daughter, speaks to me as a friend, and just makes the entire experience as positive as possible. I trust her completely and consider my daughter lucky to have such an incredible doctor.
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2019
Dr. Hong is in high demand! I understand that it might be a little more difficult to get the appointment that is best for us. If you want the best though.....it is worth it!
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2019
Dr. Hong is simply amazing! She is the best - my kids adore her and I love her.
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2019
I STRONGLY recommend Dr. Hong any chance I get.
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2019
Dr. Hong is the absolute best and truly cares about her patients, taking time for them as needed.
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2019
Dr. Hong is an excellent doctor who takes the time to truly listen to you as a patient and is a genuine person and professional. I have recommended her to many friends and family throughout my 13 years of having her as my allergist. She is the best doctor I have ever had. Cleveland Clinic is lucky to have her.
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2019
Dr. Hong is an excellent physician. She is kind and compassionate and so positive.
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2019
Dr. Hong is an excellent physician. I could not recommend her more to anyone. She is exceptional at treating you as a whole person and not just the disease state. She is able to spend the time that both her and I need to talk about treatment options.
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2019
we have already recommended Dr. Hong to several other people because of her exceptional care.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2019
Dr. Hong is a wonderful listener and Doctor.
Reviewed on May 31, 2019
Dr. Hong is amazing and also is her staff!
Reviewed on May 29, 2019
Started out very frustrated with the wait time but the the Dr entered the room she apologized profusely and seemed to genuinely feel bad that it took so long to see me. She was great and worth the wait.
Reviewed on May 24, 2019
I was very impressed with Dr. Hong, and was comforted by her knowledge and concern for my son's food allergy.
Reviewed on May 24, 2019
We cannot say enough good things about Dr.Hong. She is an amazing and compassionate doctor, and we are privileged to have our son in her care.
Reviewed on May 22, 2019
Dr. Sandra Hong MD is Great I Love going to her I always tell my friends & family if they need Allergists to see her if they can.
Reviewed on May 22, 2019
I really like Dr. Hong. She is great!
Reviewed on May 17, 2019
Dr. Hong is amazing! I can not say enough how much we value her as our allergist. She is warm, caring, thoughtful, and brilliant in her approach to food allergies for our daughter. She is one of a kind!
Reviewed on May 15, 2019
Dr. Hong is fantastic! She always seems to be in a good mood and very concerned if I have any issues. Thanks to going to her, I seldom do have any issues.
Reviewed on May 15, 2019
I always get in on time to see Dr. Hong.
Reviewed on May 15, 2019
I wish more doctors were like Dr. Hong!
Reviewed on May 15, 2019
The entire time there was very enjoyable. Like I said, Dr. Hong and her nurse are great!
Reviewed on May 15, 2019
Dr. Hong is an exceptional doctor. It is clear she truly cares for her patients. I would not, and do not, hesitate to recommend her to others.
Reviewed on May 15, 2019
*Dr. Hong was excellent, efficient & professional.
Reviewed on May 10, 2019
wait time was a little long but I know that Dr Hong takes her time with her patients and that out weighs the wait.
Reviewed on May 10, 2019
I wish there was a choice for excellent; Dr Hong is an exceptional physician and truly listens.
Reviewed on Apr 18, 2019
dr. Hong is the best clinician Cleveland Clinic has!
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2019
I absolutely appreciate my doctor & switched to her because she is so personable & awesome. My normal doctor is great too but Dr Hong is A+ more than just an A.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2019
Dr. Hong and her staff are exceptional. The time and energy spent in addressing our concerns with our sons allergies is unheard of in today's medical world or turn and burn patient care. Truly a world class doctor!
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2019
Dr. Hong is one of the best physicians I've ever seen. She is so thorough, warm, intelligent and just amazing all around. I love her!!!
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2019
Dr. Sandra Hong is very likeable person. She listens to your concerns and gives answers that are very understandable. She makes the patient very comfortable.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2019
Dr. Hong showed care and concern about the issues I was having
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2019
Several people recommended Dr Hong to me because I wasn't satisfied with my son's allergist at another hospital. Dr Hong was amazing. She was extremely thorough and knowledgeable. She answered all my questions and gave me a clear path forward to approaching my son's allergies. I was extremely impressed with Dr Hong and her staff and would recommend them to others.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2019
The nurses on Dr Hong's team were kind and patient with my young son. They answered my questions clearly and referred me to Dr Hong when needed.
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2019
Dr. is wonderful with listening and care.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2019
Dr. Hong is a wonderful caring person. She gives excellent care.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2019
Dr. Hong listened well to all the details regarding my health history, chronic history and the treatment thus far to understand my issue.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2019
Dr. Hong's nurse was excellent!
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2019
*Dr. Hong is one of the best physicians I've ever been to. She is incredibly knowledgeable, explains everything in a way that is easy to understand, addresses all of my concerns, is very personable, and loves my daughter. We are SO LUCKY to see *Dr. Hong!!
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2019
I recommend *Dr. Hong to everyone!
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2019
All of the nurses and *Dr. Hong treat myself and my daughter wonderfully!
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2019
Dr Hong was patient, caring and thorough. I would highly recommend her.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2019
I've recommended the doctor and raved about her care and expressed concern to several family members and friends.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2019
Dr Hong was very kind
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2019
Dr. Hong is the best doctor I've ever had and she always is attentive, personable and provides the best possible care for my specific needs.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2019
Dr. Hong is great.length of time to get an appt. is pretty long.she is worth waiting for though.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2019
Dr Hong was excellent! She was caring & showed concern in helping me. I will recommend others to Dr Hong.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2019
dr hong is wonderful
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2019
Dr. Hong thoroughly took my son's H&P. She asked open ended questions and listened to our answers in full. She didn't start with a preconceived diagnosis and stick with questions only leading to that.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2019
*Dr. Hong is very professional, respectful and kind. Takes time to make her patients feel like they matter. Excellent physician!
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2019
Dr. Hong is one of the most kind and caring physicians I have ever had seen. You can easily see how much she cares for her patients. She cares about both your health and you as a person.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2019
Dr. Hong is an outstanding clinician!
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2019
Regarding Dr. Hong, she is most courteous, professional in her actions and very knowledgeable in her field of practice which, in turn, makes me pleased and satisfied with the medical attention I receive in her care.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2018
one of the best doctors I have ever seen at Cleveland clinic
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2018
Dr Hong and her staff are phenomenal! I could not ask for a more kind, compassionate, professional team to manage my care:) I would (and do) highly recommend Dr. Sandra Hong! She is the main reason I stay with CCF! Love her and her staff!!
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2018
Love Dr.Hong & her staff. She is amazing. She is very caring, patient, and compassionate. We will be recommending her to anyone that will listen.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2018
My experience with Dr. Hong was the best experience I have had with a physician to date. She looked at my records holistically and listened intently to my concerns. I wish she could be my PCP. Would absolutely recommend to my friends and family!