M. Shazam Hussain, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.636.5860
- Desk:
- 216.445.1383
- Fax:
- 216.636.2061
Additional Locations
Cerebrovascular Center
Fairview Hospital
18101 Lorain Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44111
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.636.5860
- Desk:
- 216.445.1383
- Fax:
- 216.636.2061
Cerebrovascular Center
Akron General Health and Wellness, Bath
4125 Medina Rd
Akron, OH 44333
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.636.5860
- Desk:
- 216.445.1383
- Fax:
- 216.636.2061
Treatment & Services
- 2nd Opinion Evaluations
- Aneurysm Coiling
- Aneurysm Embolization
- Angiography
- Angioplasty
- Blood Tests
- Brain Aneurysm Surgery
- Carotid Artery Aneurysm Surgery
- Carotid Interventions
- Cerebral Angiography
- Clinical Evaluation, Diagnosis And Treatment
- Clinical Trials
- Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
- Emobilization of Cerebral Aneurysms and AVMs
- Endocrine Surgery
- Intervention Section
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Neuroimaging (mri, Pet, Spect, Meg Scans)
- Spinal Angiography
- Stents
- Thrombolysis
- Wada Test
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Acute Stroke
- Aneurysm, Cerebral
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Brain Aneurysms and Hemorrhage
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Bruit
- Carotid Cavernous Fistula
- Cerebral Vasculitis
- Cerebrovascular Occlusive Disease
- Dural Arteriovenous Fistula
- Extracranial Carotid Artery Aneurysms
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Intracranial Atherosclerosis
- Intracranial Stenosis
- Moya Moya Disease
- Nosebleed
- Spinal AVM (arteriovenous malformation)
- Stroke
- Unruptured Cerebral Aneurysm
- Vertebral Artery Disease
- Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency
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View All PlansAbout M. Shazam Hussain, MD
M. Shazam Hussain, MD is a board certified neurologist, with specializations in vascular neurology and endovascular surgical neuroradiology, the director of Cleveland Clinic's Cerebrovascular Center, and an associate professor of neurology in the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, and completed both his neurology residency and vascular neurology fellowship at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada. Upon completion of his vascular neurology fellowship, Dr. Hussain completed an endovascular surgical neuroradiology fellowship at Cleveland Clinic. In 2011 he was appointed staff in Cleveland Clinic's Cerebrovascular Center and became center director in 2016. Dr. Hussain has more than 200 peer reviewed publications and is considered an international expert in cerebrovascular disease. His research and clinical interests include endovascular therapy for hemorrhagic and ischemic cerebrovascular disease, including cerebral aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, extracranial and intracranial stenosis, and acute ischemic stroke.
Health Essentials Podcast ContributorStroke is a very serious condition facing our population. It's estimated that it's about the fourth leading cause of death and it's the leading cause of disability in the United States.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2010
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Endovascular Surgical Neuroradiology
Cleveland,
OH USA
2010
Fellowship - University of Alberta Hospital
Vascular Neurology
Edmonton, Alberta,
Canada
2007
Residency - University of Alberta Hospital
Neurology
Edmonton, Alberta,
CA USA
2006
Medical Education - University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine (Canada)
Internal Medicine
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,
Canada (Archived)
2001
Professional Highlights
- Director, Cleveland Clinic Cerebrovascular Center
Certifications
- Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology
Specialty Interests
acute stroke therapy, cerebrovascular diseases, neuroimaging
Research & Publications
See publications for M. Shazam Hussain, MD.
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As of 8/17/2022, Dr. Hussain has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. 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.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Hussain receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Johnson & Johnson
- Rapid Medical Research, Inc.
Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.
* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.
41 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
11 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 30, 2023
Wonderful physician and team! He always answers all of my questions and is able to take the complexity of such a serious diagnosis and make it easier to understand.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023
Dr. Hussain is an exemplary doctor who is patient, thoughtful, and proactive; these are the traits that put him in what I believe is patient-centered care and word class status.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023
Dr Hussain is not only an exceptional physician but a caring and patent provider. He was extremely patient in answering my questions and made me feel better about the state of my health.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2023
This video meeting was excellent. Dr Hussain did an excellent job in explaining the results of my MRI, showed me specific images which answered my questions. He was very patient, I didn't feel rushed in any way. Had all my questions and concerned addressed.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2023
I was very happy with my doctors, nurses and staff.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2022
I love this doctor and his team they treat me very nice and they show concern for my problem I know I'm getting the best care with this team at Cleveland clinic
Reviewed on Oct 13, 2022
Dr. Hussain was especially patient with my Mother. He was easy to understand. He used plain language and that was very much appreciated. At no time did he appear to be in a hurry for the appt to end. He answered all of our questions in a very relaxed manner. I couldn't have been more pleased with his professional style with both my Mother and my sister and I as we had quite a few questions.
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2022
VERY PLEASED!!! THANKFUL FOR SUCH A WONDERFUL DOCTOR M.SHAZUMHUSAIN/ VERY GOOD PATIENT BEDSIDE MANERS, KIND.
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2022
One of the reasons our family loves the Cleveland Clinic is the high quality of care and personal attention. We live out of state and gladly travel three hours to obtain medical care. Dr. Hussein was amazing. He was personable, showed me exactly what we were dealing with and gave me peace of mind when he provided a plan for follow up. This was my first meeting with him. He answered our questions and I am so grateful he was able to see me.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2022
Very helpful information from a very knowledgeable doctor. Thank you
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2022
Dr Hussain is an exceptional physician. Not only is he an expert in his field but he does an excellent job of coordinating my care with other providers to ensure I receive the best of care.