Michael McNamara, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6833
- Desk:
- 216.444.5110
- Fax:
- 216.444.9464
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Anal Cancer
- Carcinoid Syndrome
- Colorectal Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer
- Melanoma
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
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View All PlansAbout Michael McNamara, MD
Michael McNamara, MD, is Associate Staff in the Department of Solid Tumor Oncology at Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute. Dr. McNamara is board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology. His specialty areas include esophageal cancer, pancreatic cancer, stomach cancer, and solid tumor disorders.
Dr. McNamara received his B.S. degree at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, and his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He completed an internship and internal medicine residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pennsylvania, followed by a medical oncology fellowship, also at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. McNamara was appointed as an Associate Staff Physician in Solid Tumor Oncology in 2008.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2008
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Hematology/Oncology
Pittsburgh,
PA USA
2008
Residency - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Pittsburgh,
PA USA
2005
Internship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Pittsburgh,
PA USA
2002
Medical Education - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
2001
Undergraduate - The Ohio State University
Columbus,
OH USA
1997
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology
Specialty Interests
Esophageal cancer, pancreatic cancer, stomach cancer, bladder cancer, colon cancer, liver cancer, melanoma, solid tumor disorders, cancer
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121 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 | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
23 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 28, 2021
Dr McNamara is/was personable, spoke plainly and understandably, and took time to ensure that our questions and concerns were addressed at the time of our appointment
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2021
Dr. McNamara is very personable. He makes my visits feel relaxed, and I feel I am being heard. He is a cheerleader for my continued cancer free status. He also shows for concern for my other health issues and concerns. I have a port that needs periodic flushing. Since I will not have a planned visit to see him for another year, he put in orders for flushing to be done at a Cleveland Clinic location closer to my home. My wife and I appreciate that kind of assistance. I feel well cared for with my Cleveland Clinic doctors.
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2021
Excellent and caring doctor
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2021
Love Dr McNamara
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2021
Dr. McNamara is excellent
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2021
Felt comfortable with Dr. He seemed very knowlegible and caring-very thorough. Really liked him.
Reviewed on May 27, 2021
Dr McNamara is very confident and makes me feel at ease with my medical care.
Reviewed on May 10, 2021
great doctors , the best in medical care very lucky as the Cleveland Clinic has the best staff one could ever wish for when medical issues arise .
Reviewed on May 10, 2021
outstanding facility, care, Doctor, communication, staff, & service.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2021
Dr. McNamara is a very good caring doctor
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2021
At the visit I told Dr Mcnamara he is honestly the best provider I have had in my 60 years of life.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2021
Dr. McNamara was not the doctor who managed my chemotherapy during my cancer treatment, but he has been very good in taking care of me when Dr. Sohal moved to another facility. I really felt very well cared for by Dr. Sohal during my treatment, and I feel that Dr. McNamara gives that same caring feeling to me. He is very pleased with my after treatment progress and encourages me with information on my prognosis given my treatment and continued care. I feel fortunate to have him for my doctor.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2021
very satisfied with our care with Dr. McNamara explains everything very detailed
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2021
The doctor really cared about me.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2021
as usual everything was great Dr McNamara and his staff are always very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2021
Dr McNamara has made a difficult situation much less awful than it might have been l am very confident in the care I'm receiving
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2021
I find Dr. McNamara top notch in every respect
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2020
Dr McNamara has always been excellent and approachable. also his nurse Carolyn has always been very easy to contact and always quick to respond to any of my concerns. overall it's been a great experience
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2020
Staff was very nice. Doctor McNamara is even better!
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2020
Dr McNamara is awesome!
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2020
Dr McNamara and Denise are the best
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2020
Dr McNamara has an excellent balance of profession and personal. He's insightful and treats me like a person who's important to him. And his little bit of humor is welcome!
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2020
Dr. McNarama is a very like-able doctor.