Dr. Gary B. Kaplan, MD | Willoughby Hills, OH | Pulmonologist

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Dr. Gary Kaplan is a pulmonologist and critical care medicine specialist with 44 years of experience treating patients with complex lung and breathing conditions. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine and completed his residency at MetroHealth Medical Center. Dr. Kaplan speaks English and brings more than four decades of expertise to his practice.

Dr. Kaplan practices at Lake Pulmonary Associates in Willoughby Hills, Ohio, and Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. He specializes in caring for patients with chronic lung disease and COPD, including cases where patients have additional health complications. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung health and breathing capacity. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
3.5

13 Ratings
44 years of experience
56 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Metrohealth Medical Center
7 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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Dr. Kaplan's Ratings and Reviews

3.5

13 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 24 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Staff is horrible and doctors aren't much better. Months of wasted money to be passed off to Cleveland Clinic.

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

December 8th, 2020

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Office staff was so bad, I cancelled my appointment. If the staff is this bad, I hate to see how the doctors deal with patients.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

June 18th, 2020

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I did have to wait a bit to get in to see the doctor, 2 week appointment wait, but it was well worth it. I went to see him for a second opinion and felt reassured when I left that I was in good hands. He took the time to explain my lung disease and the steps he recommended. He even recommended pulmonary rehab and I am doing so much better with my breathing. Love it there. Staff is so nice. The ladies even gave me a birthday treat. It really feels like family in the office.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 12th, 2017

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Dr Kaplan is a very good sales person. He seems to make decisions about healthcare based on what can generate the hospital the most revenue. My experience with him reminded me of dealing with a pre-owned car salesman.

October 14th, 2016

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dr. kaplan saved my husband from lung cancer there was a spot on lung my husband regular doctor said he would watch the spot dr. kaplan said no ordered test and found he had 2 stage lung cancer if he didn't order those test the cancer would have progressed and he might of ended up to late, one of the best doctors in lake county never to busy, takes his time with you and very detailed in his orders great man, nice staff very friendly and you really dont have to wait long for your visit nice man :o)

February 10th, 2014

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WONDERFUL STAFF WHO VERY ATTENTIVE TO MY QUESTIONS AND GETTING ME IN THE OFFICE RIGHT AWAY. THANK YOU FOR BEING SO COMPASSIONATE IN MY DIAGNOSIS. YOU SAVED MY LIFE.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 19th, 2013

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Worst Dr. ever. Poorest bedside manner, does not care about his patients. Rude, does not spend time and I would NEVER recommend this Dr. to anyone. This is based on years of experience with my mother, who he admitted to Hospice prematurely and with absolutely no empathy and little to no explanation. Do yourself a favor...don't waste time on this Dr. He needs some serious training in relating to patients who have serious health problems. F minus.

July 26th, 2012

Lake Pulmonary Associates

35040 Chardon Rd Ste 201Willoughby Hills, OH 44094

Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Cleveland Clinic

9500 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44195

Tel: (216) 444-2200


Dr. Gary Brian Kaplan, MD	Benjamin Maniquis Capili	Daniel Elliot Schwartz	Mary Catherine Curran
Pulmonology	Nurse Practitioner	Anesthesiology	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
3.5 (13 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
44 Years of Experience		6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Willoughby Hills , OH	Cleveland , OH	Cleveland , OH	Avon , OH
Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med		Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Asthma
Chest Infection
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Critical Care
Critical Care Medicine
Emphysema
Lung Cancer
Pneumonia
Sleep Disorders
Tuberculosis (TB)

Dr. Gary Brian Kaplan holds an active medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Metrohealth Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Kaplan's NPI number is 1023102324.

Sumayya Aboobacker
Anesthesiology
15 Years Exp | Cleveland, OH
(0)
Jeffrey Wayne Cannon
Anesthesiology
7 Years Exp | Boston, MA
(0)
Reena Mehra
Critical Care Medicine
30 Years Exp | Seattle, WA
(0)
Pahnwat Tonya Taweesedt
Sleep Medicine
12 Years Exp | Cleveland Heights, OH
(0)
Lori Ruder
Nurse Practitioner
| Cleveland, OH
(0)
Rodrigo Calvillo Calvillo Ortiz
Critical Care Medicine
11 Years Exp | Cleveland, OH
(0)
Abdulaziz Hawash S Alonazi
Critical Care Medicine
16 Years Exp | Cleveland, OH
(0)
Frederick Curtis Sudbury
Pediatrics
7 Years Exp | Cleveland, OH
(0)
James O'Reilly
Critical Care Medicine
34 Years Exp | Birmingham, AL
(1)
Adam Lee Cox
Nurse Practitioner
| Cleveland, OH
(0)

What languages does Dr. Gary Kaplan speak?: Dr. Gary Kaplan speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Gary Kaplan's office located?: Dr. Gary Kaplan's office is located at 35040 Chardon Rd Ste 201, Willoughby Hills, OH, 44094.
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