Carol Burke, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.7000
- Desk:
- 216.444.6864
- Fax:
- 216.444.6305
Treatment & Services
- Cancer Center
- Chemoprevention
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Strategies
- Endoscopy
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Ileoscopy
- Inherited Colon Cancer Risk Assessment
- Polypectomy
- Pouchoscopy
- Push Enteroscopy
- Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Neoplasia
- Colorectal Cancer
- Duodenal Polyps
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Fundic Gland Polyps
- Hereditary Non Polyposis Colorectal Cancer
- Juvenile Polyposis
- Peutz- Jeghers Syndrome
- Polyposis Syndromes
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Dr. Burke enjoys patient care, medical education and research, particularly in the area of colorectal polyp and cancer prevention. She is internationally known for her work in the polyposis syndromes and is the Director of the Center for colon polyp and cancer prevention and has been awarded research grants from the National Cancer Institute, American College of Gastroenterology, and Industry to name a few, to study the effects of chemopreventive agents on the prevention of intestinal neoplasia.
She is the co-director of the multi-disciplinary Hereditary Cancer Clinic and provides consultations including risk assessment, and endoscopic evaluation and treatment for individuals with a hereditary predisposition to cancer.
She is the author of numerous peer reviewed manuscripts, abstracts, book chapters, and is a frequent reviewer for many digestive disease journals.
She has served as a committee member, or chairperson in the American College of Gastroenterology, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and is currently on the Board of Trustees for the American College of Gastroenterology.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1993
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Gastroenterology
Cleveland,
OH USA
1993
Residency - Riverside Methodist Hospital
Internal Medicine
Columbus,
OH USA
1991
Internship - Riverside Methodist Hospital
Internal Medicine
Columbus,
OH USA
1989
Medical Education - The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health
Columbus,
OH USA
1988
Undergraduate - University of Colorado
Exercise Physiology
Boulder,
CO USA
1980
Professional Highlights
- Associate Editor for the American Journal of Gastroenterology
- Reviewer for the journals: Gastroenterology, Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Diseases of the Colon and Rectum, Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Archives of Internal Medicine
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
Specialty Interests
chemoprevention of colorectal neoplasia, colonic neoplasia, colorectal cancer screening strategies, hereditary polyposis and nonpolyposis colorectal cancer, Colon cancer prevention, colon cancer screening, Colonoscopy
Awards & Honors
- Dr. Burke is on the Board of Trustees of the American College of Gastroenterology.
Dr. Burke is a member of the National Medical Honor Society, Alpha Omega Alpha
Memberships
- Fellow, American College of Gastroenterology
- Fellow, American College of Physicians
- Member, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- Member, American Gastroenterologic Association
- Member, International Society on Inherited Gastrointestinal Hereditary Tumors
Research & Publications
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140 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
38 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023
Dr. Burke is an outstanding physician and her treatment and consultation with me was excellent. I will return to see her again and would willingly recommend her to others.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2023
Dr Burke is amazing!! She was totally versed in all aspects of my situation and health history.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2023
Dr. Burke is an exceptional doctor who is caring and technically thorough.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2023
Dr Burke is kind and patient. She is caring
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023
Couldn't ask for a better doctor than Dr. Burke! She truly cares & is excellent at what she does. So thankful to have her as my doctor!
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023
Dr. Burke always shows such concern about the entire patient!
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
I have a genetic polyposis syndrome which requires yearly colonoscopies. I am very grateful to have Dr. Burke as my doctor. She is knowledgeable and kind.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
Excellent Doctor. Great balance of professional and personal.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2023
Dr. Burke and her team are by far the absolute best!
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2023
Dr. Carol Burke was wonderful!! She made the experience so positive and she really cares. I really appreciate her professionalism and she eased my mind throughout the procedure. Dr. Carol Burke was outstanding! Thank you!
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2023
I will definitely recommend Dr. Carol Burke!
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2023
I absolutely love Dr Burke and I wouldn't want her to ever leave the clinic.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023
Dr Burke is a consummate professional:)
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023
I found Dr. Burke very easy to talk to. She immediately made me feel very comfortable with a very good sense of humor. She listened well, was attentive to my concerns and explained everything throughly. It was just like talking to a friend. I immediately felt I was in good hands.
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2023
Dr. Burke is excellent!
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2023
Dr Carole Burke and her team went over and above to make me comfortable. I was as very nervous. Dr. Burke is patient and caring. I highly recommend her!
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
She was fantastic! Helpful, personable, caring
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2022
Great service, love Dr Burke
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2022
I've known and have had procedures with Dr. Burke before. She is very good at explaining the procedure and findings, and relates in a very personable way.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2022
Dr. Burke is an exemplary physician. I always feel very confident while in her care. She is personable and her expertise in her field is excellent. It's clear that she's prepared for my appointment and knows my medical history. She explains the procedure clearly and Introduces her team members to me which makes the whole process less stressful. She Is an excellent role model of effective physician behavior-highly skilled clinician with excellent interpersonal skills.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2022
Dr. Burke is skilled as a team builder and it's evident that she understands the value of a well-functioning team, not only for her team members, but for her patients as well. Her team focus creates a positive environment which telegraphs to her patients and is a stress reducer.
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2022
I was very impressed with the thoroughness that Dr. Burke demonstrated during our zoom appointment. She was aware of the statistics supported in the literature about my particular condition. Dr. Burke's questions were very insightful. She allowed me ample time to express my own concerns and provided sound answers to my questions. Dr. Burke put me at ease by providing Information and discussing a reasonable plan for future care concerning my health issue.
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2022
Dr. Burke is the best. I come to her because of her skill and experience as a Lynch syndrome provider but she is much more than that. She makes an undesirable visit the best it can be. She always is warm, reassuring and kind. I would recommend her to anyone and I hope she knows how much I appreciate her.
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2022
Dr. Burke is an excellent dr. She explained what she was going to do during the procedure. She has a pleasant personality.
Reviewed on Aug 29, 2022
Excellent physician
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022
Dr. Burke is very professional, skilled, caring, and understanding.
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022
Doctor Burke is very personable and friendly. She was greeting me while I was still in the hallway. I have been seeing her for many years and feel comfortable discussing any issues that I have. She is definitely the gold standard.
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2022
Dr Burke is an Excellent, Caring Person
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2022
Dr. Burke is a wonderful physician. She is not only very knowledgeable but her bed side manner is incredible. I would highly recommend Dr. Burke. Made an uneasy situation so much better.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2022
She was understanding, professional, and explained any of my concerns.
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2022
I have found It worthwhile to fly 2500 miles to recieve the expert care provided by The Cleveland Clinic staff. This goes double for my physicians.
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2022
Dr Burke made it easier to understand and was very thorough and answered all questions. Very nice person and would highly recommend her to others.
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2022
Dr. Carol Burke is a superb doctor, both from a professional perspective and from a patient communication perspective. She has even called me at home several times to check in on how I am doing!!! She is a real credit to the Cleveland Clinic.
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2022
Dr Burke is always caring, respectful, listening and professional. I would recommend her to anyone I know!
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2022
I only gave less than Very Good because Dr Burke has so few times available to do procedures under anesthesia. In every other way, she and her team are stellar!
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2022
When coming to Cleveland Clinc for my health care I know they are always welcoming and very caring with the needs of my health. My surgeon is very compassionate about what he does. So glad I have him as my doctor!!
Reviewed on May 19, 2022
Best experience with her, I enjoyed speaking to her and she was very easy to talk to.
Reviewed on May 18, 2022
Dr Burke is excellent