David Gurd, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.2606
- Desk:
- 216.445.8001
- Fax:
- 216.445.3585
Additional Locations
Orthopaedic Surgery
Willoughby Hills Family Health Center
2550 and 2570 SOM Center Road
Willoughby Hills, OH 44094
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.2606
- Desk:
- 216.445.8001
- Fax:
- 216.445.3585
Orthopaedic Surgery
Euclid Medical Office
99 Northline Circle
Euclid, OH 44119
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.2606
- Desk:
- 216.445.8001
- Fax:
- 216.445.3585
Orthopaedic Surgery
Independence Family Health Center
5001 Rockside Road
Independence, OH 44131
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.2606
- Desk:
- 216.445.8001
- Fax:
- 216.445.3585
Treatment & Services
- Adolescent Orthopaedics
- Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopy
- Complex Spinal Surgery
- Deformity Correction
- Department of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
- Elbow Surgery
- Foreign Body Removal
- Fracture Care
- Hip Surgery
- Infection Control
- Infection Prevention
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Orthopaedics
- Patello-femoral Knee Surgery
- Pediatric Hip Surgery
- Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
- Scoliosis Surgery
- Spinal Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Surgery
- Surgery Foot and Ankle
- Trauma Reconstruction
- Trauma Treatment
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Achilles Tendon Injury
- ACL Injury
- Ankle Instability
- Athletic Knee Injury
- Back Pain in Athletes
- Broken Bones
- Cerebral Palsy
- Club Feet
- Congenital Clubfoot
- Developmental Dislocation of the Hip
- Flatfoot
- Flatfoot in Children
- Foot Deformities
- Fracture Nonunion
- Fractures
- Hip Dysplasia
- Idiopathic Scoliosis
- Knee Cartilage Injury
- Knee Injuries
- Knee Ligament Injuries
- Knee Pain
- Knee Problems
- Kyphosis
- Leg Length Inequality
- Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
- Lower Extremity Deformity
- Marfan Syndrome
- Muscle Injuries
- Musculoskeletal Injuries in Athletes
- Orthopaedic Injuries
- Overuse Syndrome
- Patellofemoral Instability
- Pediatric and Adolescent Hip Disorders
- Pediatric Infections
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
- Pediatric Knee Injuries
- Pediatric Knee Pain
- Pediatric Scoliosis
- Pediatric Spine Tumors
- Scoliosis
- Shoulder Injuries in Baseball
- Spinal Deformity
- Spinal Fractures
- Spondylosis
- Sports Injuries
- Sprains
- Stress Fractures
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View All PlansAbout David Gurd, MD
David P. Gurd, MD is the Head of Pediatric Spinal DeformitySurgery and the Medical Director for Supply Chain Management at Cleveland Clinic. He completed his undergraduate studies at Miami University (Ohio), received his medical degree from The Ohio State University, completed orthopaedic surgery residency training at Cleveland Clinic and subspecialty fellowship training in pediatric orthopaedics at the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Gurd joined the staff at Cleveland Clinic in 2007.
Dr. Gurd’s main interests include scoliosis and spine deformity to include congenital conditions, infantile scoliosis, kyphosis andspondylolisthesis. He also enjoys working with pediatric trauma, lower-extremity deformity and children’s hip conditions including hip dysplasia. He has specialized training in the fields of osteotomy for significant spine deformity and preservation of the hip joint in adolescents.
The majority of Dr. Gurd’s practice is focused on patient care; however, he is also very active with Cleveland Clinic’s Supply Chain Management and assessing the newest innovations in surgical care. Dr. Gurd is currently engaged in research being conducted to improve recovery after scoliosis surgery to increase patient mobility, function, and pain control. In addition, he is working on a new modality to improve the ease of pedicle screw placement for the surgeon and enhance patient safety when undergoing spine surgery.
For an appointment with Dr. David Gurd, please call 216.444.2606.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2006
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children
Pediatric Orthopaedics
Dallas,
TX USA
2006
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Orthopaedics
Cleveland,
OH USA
2005
Internship - Cleveland Clinic
Orthopaedics
Cleveland,
OH USA
2001
Medical Education - The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health
M.D.
Columbus,
OH USA
2000
Undergraduate - Miami University
Oxford,
OH USA
1995
Additional Training
- Innovative techniques for the hip, specifically surgical dislocation of the hip and the Ganz osteotomy of the hip.
- Innovative techniques for significant spine deformity including multiple types of osteotomies for spinal realignment.
Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialty Interests
Pediatric and adolescent orthopaedics, scoliosis and spine deformity, hip disorders, lower extremity deformity, trauma scoliosis and spine deformity, developmental dysplasia of the hip, pediatric and adolescent orthopaedics, lower extremity deformity, pediatric and adolescent hip disorders, pediatric orthopaedic surgery, pediatric trauma club feet and deformity correction, developmental dysplasia of the hip, general pediatric orthopaedics, lower extremity deformity, pediatric and adolescent hip disorders, pediatric and adolescent orthopaedics, pediatric orthopaedic surgery, pediatric orthopaedics, pediatric trauma, scoliosis, trauma
Awards & Honors
- 2012 Orthopaedic Teacher of the Year
- 2011 Cleveland Clinic Innovator Award
- Multiple times voted into Best Doctors of Cleveland
Innovations & Patents
- Working on a new modality to improve the ease and safety of pedicle screw placement for spine deformity.
Research & Publications
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As of 4/6/2023, Dr. Gurd has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. 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.
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259 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 | |
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Explains | 4.9 | |
Listens | 5 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
Time Spent with Patient | 4.3 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
67 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Nov 10, 2023
Great hospital, great doctor's
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2023
Doctor did a great job with my son and got us in on very short notice. We were leaving for a cruise after my son dislocated his elbow and again the doctor accommodated the appointment and needed care so that we could take our cruise, which we really appreciate! Thanks!
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2023
The doctor and resident did a really good job of working with our daughter and coming up with a treatment plan.
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2023
Dr. Gurd is an amazing clinician and human being. He was a great doctor. Would recommend 1000x
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2023
Dr. Gurd is great. Listens to concerns and makes sure all questions are asked before leaving
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2023
Very good service and the workers and the doctors are caring nice and very professional I'm pleased with the service
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2023
Doctor Gurd is such a pleasure to see as well as Liz she loves to come see my son personally every time. I know my son is in good hands.
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2023
Dr. Gurd was so kind, thorough and informative!
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2023
Such a great team! The MA, RN, PA and doctor have an awesome workflow.
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2023
David was very caring and listened to my daughter and her issues and communicated in a manner that my daughter understood. Truly a great patient/parent experience with David.
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2023
The staff that works with Dr. Gurd is outstanding.
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2023
My daughter loves Dr. Gurd. He remembers little personal thing she says to him and he always questions her about them when she has an appointment. The man is always smiling which bring your sprit up. Great doctor.
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2023
My son was injured in a sports related incident. The doctor acknowledged our concern for making sure he was healthy but also wanting to make sure he could race again. He seemed to understand what was important to our family. We are more likely to follow his advice based on his understanding of what was important to us. If he had been dismissive and judgmental, we'd probably have been dismissive of his advice. We would highly recommend, especially for sports parents.
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2023
Dr. Gurd is always encouraging. He helps both our 15 year old son and mom feel included in the conversation and plan of care.
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2023
Dr Gurd is so far one of the best doctors I have had. His bedside manners are exceptional. He knows how to communicate with parents and patients as young as my daughter (5 years old). He is professional, smart, and funny. His positive attitude and excellent skills makes him a wonderful doctor. Very much recommended!
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2023
Great experience. Everyone is nice and very helpful. But dr Gurd is the one whom I will always be thankful for. His experience and expertise, bedside manners and communication skills are exceptional.
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2023
I've known the Gurd family for decades and David is carrying on the excellent tradition that his family (physicians & above average citizens) have always demonstrated.
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2023
Dr Gurd is always so nice and caring!
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2023
Dr. Gurd is amazing! He was kind to my son and explained my son's injury and plan of action to heal.
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2023
Dr. Gurd is wonderful. He put my son at ease and explained everything.
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2023
Dr Gurd is the most spectacular Doctor that I have ever taken my kids to. He is knowledgeable and explains things to my kids and makes sure that they understand. Also, hes hilarious.
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2023
Great Doctor! He made the appointment fun for Joey.
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2023
Dr. Gurd was absolutely amazing! He and his resident made my nervous child feel very relaxed and comfortable. Both of them listened to my concerns as a parent, and together we formulated a treatment plan. All of the staff we encountered in his office were just as great! Thank you for being so wonderful!
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023
The personality on Dr. Gurd is OUTSTANDING!!!! My only issue was him getting ahead of himself thinking he new exactly what the issue was, what she needed and was about to leave without getting to hear my daughter's full story as to what could have been the bottom line/main cause of her pain, which is a structural issue...not just neck pain from poor posture as he jumped to that as a conclusion.
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2023
Dr Gurd did a great job interacting with my teenage son. He was also great at answering my questions. He was running late but I did not feel rushed at our appointment and he answered all of my questions and spent a good deal of time with us.
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2023
Dr. Gurd was fantastic with my child. He took time to make her feel comfortable before examining her. He was truly meant for this role. Awesome experience.
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2023
Dr. Gurd was amazing with my son. He was very approachable and told jokes to make my son at ease. My son had mentioned how he wondered what his x-rays looked like and Dr. Gurd stopped everything and said "Well then lets take a look!" then proceeded to pull up his chart, displayed the x-rays, and describe everything in detail that they showed to my son. He took his time and worked on an care plan with my son - which left my son feeling like he was in control of his healing. I will absolutely recommend Dr. Gurd to anyone that is looking for a peds orthopedist.
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2023
Dr. Gurd is always pleasant and go over and beyond for the concern and care of my twins!!!
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2023
We love Dr Gurd!
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2023
Dr. Gurd was amazing. His beside manor was so great with my 7 year old. He drew pictures for us. He explained everything so my son understood. One of the best doctors we've seen to date.
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2023
We loved Dr. Gurd!
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2023
Dr Gurd and his staff are always great
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2023
Dr Guard is always informative and easy to talk with about any concerns.
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2023
Dr. Gurd is an amazing doctor and we would highly recommend him!! He truly cares about his patients.
Reviewed on May 31, 2023
Dr Gurd is AMAZING!!!! So good with kids and their family. Very explanatory in simple terms and not medical terms. Super nice and funny!!
Reviewed on May 30, 2023
Great follow up visit - we had a lot of questions and Dr. Gurd was very patient in going through all of them.
Reviewed on May 24, 2023
Dr was great speaking on my sons level so he would understand risks/healing of his injury.
Reviewed on May 10, 2023
Dr. Gurd was amazing as the staff as well my baby really enjoyed her visit! Such great staff! Thank you so much
Reviewed on May 9, 2023
Dr. Gurd is very knowledgeable and my son is very comfortable talking to him.
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2023
Could not ask for a better doctor! Dr, Gurd was incredible!!
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2023
Dr. Gurd is a wonderful Doctor. He provided excellent care to my daughter. He is kind, patient and works good with children. He performed my daughter's surgery and she is doing so well now. He is knowledgeable and explains everything in a direct honest way which I appreciate. He answered all our questions, no matter how small or how many we had about our daughter. I highly recommend him to anyone.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2023
We love Dr. Gurd. He has a great bedside manner and communicates to his patients very well.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2023
Dr. Gurd is am amazing caring doctor
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2023
Dr. Gurd is amazing. Very friendly but direct.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2023
We love. Dr.Gurd he is very respectful caring and very passionate of his patients
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2023
We love Dr. Gurd and staff!
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2023
I have already recommended Dr. Gurd and the resident with him! They were both wonderful and spoke to my son on his level. He knew about sports which my son loved! His advice and recommendations were wonderful and my son is following them to a T. He is an excellent physician!
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2023
I've seen Dr. Gurd and his staff for 3 sports injuries in 6 months and every time I don't have to wait for more then 10 min. He is so respectful and cares about my life and my injuries. He and his staff are joyful, I recommend him to anyone with orthopedic problems. One of the best doctors and staff I've ever experienced.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2023
We have had nothing but exceptional care by *Dr. Gurd and his entire staff over the past 12 years. He is the best! Tremendous bedside manner.
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2023
Dr Gurd is the best doctor we have ever had! He is my daughter's favorite, by far!
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2023
Dr. Gurd is amazing. We have been involved with him for years due to our child's condition. We continue to be amazed with both his professionalism and knowledge, but more so with his ability to simply always have the time to communicate with us. He never rushes us and always speaks with us like we are a part of his family. He does not try to speak over our heads and is very easy to understand. We are so very thankful. Just amazing.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2023
Dr. Gurd has to be the best doctor I have ever interacted with in my life. He made my son feel safe and comfortable during a very scary surgery. He continued to be upbeat and personable at all post op appointments. He just has a way of making you feel calm and laugh. Fabulous bed side manner especially with children. All doctors could take a lesson from him.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2023
Dr. Gurd and his team are phenomenal!!!
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2023
Dr Gurd has taken care of my son in the past as well. He is always kind, explains things well to the child and to parents. I had to reach out to him about a week after the visit to clarify something- he was incredible and so responsive.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2023
Dr. Guard met and exceeded all expectations! Level of care was remarkable! If I could give above 5, he would get it! An absolutely amazing doctor,
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2023
We LOVE Dr. Gurd!! My 13 yr old loves him! He makes sure she understands what is going on, is easy for her to talk to and makes the experience wonderful! We can't say enough good things about him!
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2023
Dr. Gurd & his nurses are so helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2023
I'd recommend Dr. Gurd to any family.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2023
Love Dr Gurd and his staff!
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2023
Dr Gurd and his entire staff are amazing.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2023
Dr. Gurd was prompt, patient and delightful!
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2023
Excellent service and I love Dr. Gurd's personality.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2023
Everyone was so inviting and the Doctor was nice to us and very caring. His whole team was great, and my daughter had no pain while getting her cast applied great tech. Thank you all!!!
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022
Dr Gurd is excellent and is always attentive and caring. He really cares about his patients.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2022
Dr. Gurd is an amazing surgeon, but even more so amazing from an interpersonal perspective. He talks to everyone in the room with respect
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2022
Doctor Gurd was Awesome and Very Warm with my child. Excellent bedside manner.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2022
Both the physician and resident were wonderful and listened to our concerns. We were really impressed by their "bed-side" manner.