James Simon, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6771
- Desk:
- 216.445.4897
- Fax:
- 216.444.9378
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Alport Syndrome
- Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Glomerulonephritis
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Artery Disease
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Appointed
2007
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Baldwin Wallace College
Healthcare Management
Berea,
OH USA
2019
Graduate School - Baldwin Wallace University
Healthcare
Berea,
OH USA
2019
Fellowship - Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Nephrology
Washington,
DC USA
2004
Residency - Brooke Army Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Fort Sam Houston,
TX USA
2001
Medical Education - Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine
MD
Chicago,
IL USA
1998
Undergraduate - Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Biomedical Engineering
Troy,
NY USA
1994
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Nephrology
- Internal Medicine
Specialty Interests
Chronic kidney disease, nephrolithiasis, renal artery stenosis, glomerulonephritis, Alport syndrome, Atypical HUS
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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To assure professional and commercial integrity in such matters, Cleveland Clinic maintains a program that reviews these collaborations and, when appropriate, puts measures in place to minimize bias that may result from ties to industry. Cleveland Clinic publicly discloses the names of companies when (i) its physicians/scientists receive $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) for speaking and consulting, (ii) its physicians/scientists serve as a fiduciary, (iii) its physicians/scientists receive or have the right to receive royalties or (iv) its physicians/ scientists hold any equity interest for the physician's/scientist's role as inventor, discoverer, developer, founder or consultant.* In publicly disclosing this information, Cleveland Clinic tries to provide information as accurately as possible about its physicians' and scientists' connections with industry.
As of 10/2/2023, Dr. Simon 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. Simon 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:
- Alexion Pharmaceuticals, 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.
113 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 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
25 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 29, 2024
Dr. Simon is a real professional with a very pleasant to his patient and the manner in which he carefully explains _____ with respect and ability to convey his recommendations.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2024
Dr Simon had prepared for my visit by reading my chart. He spent ample time listening and interacting with me during our clinic encounter to better understand my complex medical history and make recommendations. Even by Cleveland Clinic standards of world class excellence, I thought that Dr. Simon was an especially intellectually brilliant and humanistically caring physician.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2024
Dr Simon listened and answered all my questions and concerns. I was very concerned and nervous about my health issues but after talking to Dr Simon I felt at ease like a weight had been lifted.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2024
Thank you Dr. Simon for taking your time thoroughly explaining my moms health issues!
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2023
Dr Simon is great.
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2023
Dr. Simon is a very caring doctor.
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2023
Dr Simon listened to what I had to say and talked to me in terms a non medical person can understand. It's very nice to have that in a doctor.
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2023
It was the first time I have ever had the Doctor personally stop in to inform us that he was running behind and had one more patient to see before he could get to us. That was a very impressive personal touch.
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2023
Dr. Simon took the time to talk with us about the diagnosis and best approach to treatment. He is willing to work with my physician on following through with the treatment recommendations
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2023
Dr. Simon is the best - so grateful he is our doctor.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2023
Dr Simon is the best !!! He takes the time to listen to your concerns and health issues and takes time to address each of them I wish we had more Doctors like Dr Simon and his staff
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2023
Dr Simon is one of the best Doctors I've ever had the privilege to meet I wish the world had more Doctors that actually take time to listen & and explain everything priceless
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2023
Excellent care. Top notch. Very thorough. The Doctor went above and beyond my expectations.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2023
Wonderful doctor and wonderful man
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2023
Dr. Simon is the best!
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2023
Dr Simon was excellent!
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2023
Excellent practice, excellent doctor
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2023
Dr Simon is the best. So knowledgeable and caring. Very willing to answer any and all questions. So worth the visit.
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2023
The reason I travel to Cleveland Clinic is ,Dr Simon and the other doctors I have seen, are always caring and helpful. They treat you as good as they would their own family.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
Dr. Simon is extremely patient and very professional. He does not make it seem like he is rushed to get to his next patient. He stays with you, until you are satisfied with all his opinions and explanations.
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2023
I cannot speak highly enough of Dr. Simon.I always feel he is 100% present with me. He listens, responds to my questions in a very empathic manner. He emdodies the qualities that come to mind when I think of a 'model' physician.
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2023
Dr. Simon was a Godsend
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2023
Awsome doctor patient repore
Reviewed on May 30, 2023
Dr James Simon, was excellent. He thoroughly explained things to me in terms I could understand. He was very attentive to my questions and answered every one of them. Very knowledgeable. I have a high degree of confidence in him. Highly recommend him.
Reviewed on May 30, 2023
Dr Simon goes above and beyond for patient care. He is truly an exemplary doctor. I have an incredibly difficult disease to treat, and he is determined and relentless in providing me the best possible care. He takes time with patients to really hear what they are experiencing and works to ensure he responds accordingly. Had it not been for Dr Simon, I'm not sure I would have had it in me to fight the fight that was necessary to get better.