Feyrouz Al-Ashkar, MD
Additional Locations
Rheumatologic and Immunologic Disease
Avon Hospital
33300 Cleveland Clinic Blvd
Avon, OH 44011
Directions
- Appointment:
- 440.695.4000
- Fax:
- 440.204.7396
Rheumatologic and Immunologic Disease
Lorain Family Health Center
5700 Cooper Foster Park Road
Lorain, OH 44053
Directions
- Appointment:
- 440.204.7400
- Fax:
- 440.204.7396
Treatment & Services
- Administration of Injectable Medications for Osteoporosis
- Adult Rheumatology
- Bone Density Testing
- Clinical Trials
- Cortisone Injections
- Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA)
- General Rheumatology
- Hyaluronic Acid (HA)
- Hyaluronic Acid Injections
- Immunoglobulin Infusion
- Immunology
- Immunotherapy
- Infusion Therapy
- Infusions of Biologic Agents on Site
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Joint Preservation Center
- Medical Management of Early Osteoarthritis
- Medication Management
- Musculoskeletal Evaluation
- Musculoskeletal Medicine
- Musculoskeletal Treatment for Joint Pain
- Osteoporosis Diagnosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: How to Treat
- Rheumatology
- Steroid Injections
- Therapeutic Injections
- Ultrasound-Guided Procedures
- Viscosupplementation
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- AIDS
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Arthritis of the Hand
- Arthritis of the Hip
- Arthritis of the Knee
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Arthritis of the Thumb Base
- Arthritis of the Wrist
- Autoimmune Disease
- Autoinflammatory Syndromes
- Behcet's Disease
- Benign Hypermobility Joint Syndrome
- Buerger's Disease
- Bursitis
- Calcification Tendinitis
- Calcinosis
- Central Nervous System Vasculitis
- Chondrocalcinosis (Pseudogout)
- Churg-Strauss Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Diseases
- Connective Tissue Disorders
- Cryoglobulinemia
- Dermatomyositis
- Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA)
- Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF)
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Gout
- Gout Arthritis
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (Wegener’s)
- Hand Pain
- Hand Problems
- Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
- Hip Disorders
- Hip Pain
- HIV
- Immunodeficiency
- Immunosuppression
- Iritis
- Joint Pain
- Knee Joint Disorders
- Knee Pain
- Lupus
- Lupus Anticoagulant
- Lupus Nephritis
- Metabolic Bone Disease
- Metabolic Diseases
- Microscopic Polyangiitis (MPA)
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Musculoskeletal Impairments
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myositis
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the Hips in the Elderly
- Osteoarthritis of the Knees in the Elderly
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Osteoporosis in Men
- Osteoporosis Related to Cancer
- Paget's Disease
- Painful Joints
- Palindromic Rheumatism
- Panuveitis
- Polyarteritis Nodosa
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica with Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyositis
- Pseudogout
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Radiculopathy
- Raynaud's Phenomenon
- Reactive Arthritis
- Relapsing Polychondritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis and Heart Disease
- Rheumatoid Vasculitis
- Sacroiliitis
- Sarcoidosis
- Scleritis
- Scleroderma
- Shoulder Pain
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Spondylitis
- Spondyloarthropathy
- Spondylosis
- Steroid-Induced Osteoporosis
- Systemic Autoimmune Diseases
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Takayasu's Arteritis
- Temporal Arteritis
- Tendinosis
- Tendonitis
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
- Tenosynovitis
- Trigger Finger
- Uveitis
- Vasculitis
- Vitamin D Deficiency
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She is also board-certified by the American Board of Rheumatology and the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2006
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Rheumatology
Cleveland,
OH
2005
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH
2003
Internship - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH
2002
Medical Education - Ross University School of Medicine
MD
Roseau,
2000
Undergraduate - American University of Beirut
Beirut,
Lebanon
1992
Additional Training
- Metabolic Bone Disease/Osteoporosis
- Certified in Bone Density Interpretation
- Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography for Needle Guided Joint Aspiration/Injection
- Nailfold Capillaroscopy for Raynaud's Disease/Phenomenon
- Musculoskeletal Ultrasound imaging
- Musculoskeletal Ultrasound guided injections and aspirations
Professional Highlights
- Served as Section Head of Medical Specialties, Cleveland Clinic Lorain and Avon REJ Family Health Centers, until 2014
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Rheumatology
- Internal Medicine
Specialty Interests
Adult rheumatology and osteoporosis Preventive Care, Wellness and Healthy LifestyleShared Medical Appointment clinicInnovation clinic appointments
Awards & Honors
- America's Top Physician, since 2009
Innovations & Patents
- Osteoporosis Clinic for shared medical appointments for women and men with low bone density.
Rheumatology Access Clinic
Memberships
- American College of Rheumatology
- International Society of Clinical Densitometry
- National Osteoporosis Foundation
- American College of Physicians
- Cleveland Society of Rheumatology
Research & Publications
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305 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
84 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 22, 2024
Favorite provider
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2024
This was my first experience with Dr. Al Ashkar.She was wonderful!
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2024
The zoom call was great! The doctor answered all questions and concerns! Thank you!!!
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2024
Doctor Al-Ashkar is awesome!. Her change to my prescription weekly dose worked well and my hands are now free from pain and discomfort!!
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2024
She is very thorough and gives you all of the information and all options
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2024
She is a wonderful person and Doctor!! Very through and thoughtful.
Reviewed on Oct 8, 2024
Dr alshkar is extremely busy. She needs more staff to support her. Mychart messages often go unresponded to and call backs don't happen. She is an outstanding dr that would be a significant detriment to the clinic should she decide to leave.
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024
Excellent Dr.!!!!!!!
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2024
BDrAl-ashkar has been my favorite since she began my treatment
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2024
The doctor was very personable, attentive and knowledgeable. She spent a great deal of time listening to my symptoms and concerns. I drove 4 hours to see her and it was well worth it. I received phenomenal care!
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2024
Doctor is wonderful-very kind, compassionate
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar is one of the best doctors I have ever had. Her compassion for her patients is amazing. She takes the time to listen. I appreciate all she does for me.
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar and her staff are the best!
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024
There are few doctors who care so much about their patients and Dr. Al-Ashkar is one of them. I'm grateful she's my RA doctor. She has made such a dramatic difference in my condition and my life.
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar is incredibly thorough and very detailed in her explanations. She also has a delightful bedside manner.
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2024
She was so smart, compassionate, and caring. She spent time explaining my test results, then detailed explaination regarding what I can do to maintain healthy bones. She was amazing!!!!!
Reviewed on Sep 3, 2024
She always helpful , informed, and helps in any way she can, Best rheumatologist .
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2024
The doctor took her time and explained everything.
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2024
Dr. Al-Askar is very thorough. She is professional, knowledgeable and accessible.
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2024
Excellent Doctor, very informative and caring about the patient and very friendly and attentive to the patient's needs.
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024
Dr. Ashkar is very knowledgeable and an excellent physician. She is very thorough and understanding. At my appointment, she reviews how I am progressing and will make recommendations where I need improvements. She inspires me to follow her recommendations and provides me with literature and suggestions that will benefit my progress.
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024
I would recommend Dr. Ashkar to my family and friends.
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2024
When appointment concluded, we had 1 more question. I asked the question, and doctor was rather flippant in her response and walked out of room, like she could not wait to her next appointment. Prior to this, we thought she was a STAR. But now we thought her being flippant was a bit disrespectful. If it wasn't her domain, why couldn't she refer us to the correct area for the question?
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2024
Dr. Al-Askar is ALWAYS kind, courteous, respectful and professional in her interactions with the patient. Blessed to have someone of this caliber treating me.
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2024
Dr AlAshkar has been my rheumatologist for many years; she is thorough & concerned, she is top notch and my favorite Clinic provider.
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024
The doctor is awesome!
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024
The Dr. Gave me this appointment in July herself. For my next appt, supposedly in 5-6 months I called and could only get early morning appts before next April! That is 9 months away! I had to take a 9:30AM in Mid March.8 months. I told the person on phone I do not get up till 10 AM due to my RA sleep problems. Dr.A is very overworked and over scheduled. It just gets worse. I left message for her office to call me about the appt scheduling, and no one called.
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024
Dr. Al Ashkar is so caring and excellent! Best ever!
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024
I get the care I need, but getting appts has become a nightmare. No MD should be at the office 12 hours a day or more.
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024
Dr Al-Askar is the best doctor I have ever had. She is so thorough in everything she does
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024
Dr. Ashkar above all else does involve the patient in the choice of treatment. She asked me directly how I wanted my treatment to proceed. She showed me all of my improvement and my lab results and discuss the goals of my treatment and ordered the necessary upcoming test And lab work she doesn't miss anything and explaining all of the goals of improving bone loss and bone strengthening as far as foods and lifestyle the whole package. She was also concerned about a personal problem I had with my daughter Being recently diagnosed with breast cancer. And took time to make some recommendations and a books and showed personal concern with that and also a an exam. Very thorough very caring and also very knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024
The care I get from the doctor at the Cleveland clinic is beyond good. It is the best! They are caring, smart and I appreciate being able to get in touch with them easily through messaging on MyChart or a phone call. I like being able to get my test and lab results through my chart. I like being able to video conference some of my appointments. I am extremely pleased with the care I get at the Cleveland clinic!
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024
Dr. Is awesome always.
Reviewed on May 31, 2024
Dr Al Ashkar is both thorough & kind & compassionate. Excellent doctor.
Reviewed on May 24, 2024
Dr is so booked that it is hard getting an appointment, but if you message her in my chart you ALWAYS get a response in timely manner.
Reviewed on May 21, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar is one of the best doctors that I have ever had the pleasure of meeting.
Reviewed on May 10, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar is an asset to the clinic. She takes the time to listen, answers all questions and makes sure her answers are understood, and she doesn't dismiss anything. I'm not treated like just a Cleveland Clinic number and I never feel like she is rushing through the appointment.
Reviewed on May 8, 2024
She was professional, thorough, and I felt I was in good hands.
Reviewed on May 8, 2024
Dr Al Ashkar is the best possible doctor to treat my RA
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024
My doctor was absolutely fabulous! She is polite. She is courteous. She's informative. She takes the time to answer my questions to make sure that I really understand! She is one of the best doctors I have ever had a pleasure of dealing with!!!
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2024
Love Dr. Al Ashkar. She got my RA under control and now I'm doing great! I highly recommend her.
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar treated me with respect and compassion.
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024
She is patient and doesn't rush through the visit. She takes the time to explain options for treatment .
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024
Dr Al Askari is caring and listens to the patients needs ,a fabulous doctor!!
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2024
She's so knowledgeable and kind
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2024
Dr.Al-Ashkar is Amazing!!! She addressed all my concerns and provided much needed info about my health. Thank you
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2024
I believe she really cares for her patients. She is very knowledgeable, nice and pleasant
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2024
Dr. Al Ashkar is a knowledgeable, caring doctor and very personable. Glad to have her as my physician
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2024
I have recommended Dr. Al Ashkar and will continue to do so.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024
I've been seeing Dr Al Ashkar for awhile shes very thorough and an excellent Dr.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024
The doctor is scheduling a year in advance. I used to be able to see her every six months.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024
Dr. Al Ashkar is very thorough.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024
This doctor is the best I have ever experienced.
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2024
She has been my doctor for many years. She is very knowledgeable, and her concerns go well beyond just my lupus. She is thoughtful and considerate of me being a geriatric patient. Explains things so that I can understand..
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2024
Dr. AlAshkar has taken care of me for so many years and I consider her the best doctor I have ever seen!
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2024
Video worked A+++ for me due to Dr Al Ashkar who was extremely clear and allowed easy flow of conversation that gave me info and answered questions so well. She put me at ease and gave lots of suggestions. I was amazed how very effective to tele communicate with her
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar is wonderful. I feel she spends the time explaining and listening . I also feel she wants me to" take better care of me", always In a positive way.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024
I always feel like she is listening to me. She talks to you not at you.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2024
Wonderful , caring doctor. She listened and took the time needed. She explained everything well and had a good plan of treatment at the end. She was a standard that the clinic could use a a reference for good care.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2024
I am very satisfied with the care I get from Dr. Al Ashkar. She listens and makes sure I understand all of my treatment options. She also cares about more than just treating symptoms and gives helpful suggestions for improving quality of life.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2024
Great Dr give me time and answer all me questions with great personality
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2024
Dr.Al-Ashkar is a very kind, smart and very concerned about my health.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2024
I am very grateful for the excellent care given to me by Dr. Al-Ashkar and her staff.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
Dr. Al Ashkar is the very, very best there is. I have always trusted her and she and I work together for my health.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar is in huge demand- she is that good. Appointments must be properly scheduled out since she is that busy. Is that ideal, no, but worth it to see that caliber of a physician.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar is quite familiar with my records and is always well prepared for our visits.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
Again, getting the care is more difficult the higher in demand the physician is. The 'good" for getting care Is overall for the CC. Dr. Al-Ashkar is tops and if we can make video visits work, I am all for it. I do not feel my care is less by video visit. Again, it depends on the physician, and Dr. Al-Ashkar consistently goes above and beyond for her patients.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar is the epitome of a competent caring professional.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2024
She is an excellent physician, listens and explains everything in detail.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar is the absolute best! She takes time to listen, evaluate and explain. I'm always so impressed with her knowledge, kindness and insight.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2024
Dr. Al-Ashkar is possibly the most intelligent, yet caring, physician I see. She goes to great effort to ensure you understand what is being done/prescribed for you and your condition.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2024
High above experience with Dr. Al-Ashcar. She got me in right away.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2023
Always have a wonderful experience with Dr Al-Ashkar. She is very kind and understanding of any concerns and anxieties I have. She takes time to listen and goes above and beyond for her patients.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2023
Dr. Al-Ashkar and Jeff her nurse are great
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2023
Dr. Al Ashkar is an incredible doctor. I've never had a provider treat me with such respect and address the entire picture rather than the latest problem. I would recommended Dr. Al Ashkar to anyone and everyone.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2023
Dr. Al~Ashkar is a WONDERFUFL caring, professional doctor!
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2023
Dr. Al-Ashkar and her staff were impressive. Iam very grateful to have them on my team. I hope they will be available for my future care.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2023
Dr.Al-Ashkar and her team were exceptional. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023
Never feel rushed. Always explains everything in easy terms. Most pleasant and caring. One of my favorite doctors.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2023
I really like Dr Al-Askari. I feel very comfortable with her as my doctor.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2023
Dr. Al-Ashler is very thorough and caring. I would recommend her to anyone that would need someone in her field of expertise!
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2023
Dr. F Al-Ashkar was extremely helpful in understanding and explaining my case. Her dedication to detail and commitment to true care and concern was very reassuring. I have never felt more confident with my care plan and course of treatment in my life. Her attention to detail and depth of understanding my back story was refreshing to my confidence. It's so wonderful to see true compassion.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2023
Excellent doctor. Very best I have ever needed at CCF. Very thorough.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2023
Dr. Al ash-kar did not have any availability for in person appointments. So I was offered a video call. Not the same, of course. But I was delighted to meet any way I could.