Dr. Richard Schlenk | Cleveland, OH | Neurosurgeon

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Dr. Schlenk graduated from the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1995. Dr. Schlenk works in Cleveland, OH and specializes in Neurological Surgery, Neurology and Surgery. Dr. Schlenk is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic.

4.2

43 Ratings
31 years of experience
speaks Spanish, English
Umdnj
11 written reviews
3 specialties
28 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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4.2

43 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Spent time with me: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Flexible scheduling: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Outstanding physician. My spine surgery was done 5 years and I am still pain free.

October 31st, 2022

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Dr Schlenk seems to be a good surgeon but there is NO follow-up or help after the surgery. Was in the hospital for 5 days after surgery and only saw him once on the day I left. During hospital stay, had terrible fever and shivering and nurses couldn’t get him or his team to respond for over 5 hours! At home and his office screwed up a prescription that we need tonight. You call the office at 6pm and are told to call back during business hours. No one is on call to help! Horrible experience overall. Find someone else if you care about your health.

July 11th, 2018

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Top notch Doctor!

June 3rd, 2016

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Dr. Schlenk is very attentive and compassionate, answering all my questions thoroughly and helping me understand my symptoms and neurological disease condition.

February 10th, 2016

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Five years ago I was in so much pain that life wasn't worth it anymore. Within minutes of waking up from surgery 100% of my neck and arm pain was gone. I no longer live in the Cleveland area and I am back to Dr Schlenk to fix a problem with my lower back. He changed my life once and I feel confident that he will do it again. Both with my neck and back, he took the time to explain the details of the problem, the pros and cons, the details of the surgery, what I should expect right after surgery and what my chances for pain relief. I have never been to a doctor who spent more time both explaining and listening and who was more compassionate than Dr. Schlenk.

January 24th, 2015

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Dr. Schlenk is an EXCELLENT surgeon. He took his time and answered all of my questions. He correctly diagnosed me and the surgical procedure immediately relieved my pain. I can't say enough nice things about this doctor.

August 29th, 2014

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very caring , took time to review test results and answer questions,

March 21st, 2014

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When the neurosurgeons in my city gave a grim diagnosis, I decided to go to Dr. Schlenk at Cleveland Clinic. He removed a benign schwannoma from my S1 nerve root and gave me my life back. His knowledge and bedside manner are the best. I'd highly recommend.

October 8th, 2013

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NEVER RETURNS CALLS TO BUSY TO HELP

February 28th, 2013

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An excellent surgeon, would highly recommend this gentleman.

December 10th, 2011

Cleveland Clinic

9500 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44195

Tel: (216) 444-2200


Dr. Richard Schlenk	Dr. Thomas Joseph Croft, MD	Dr. Reynaldo Tuang Zabala	Dr. Victor Scharf, MD
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Critical Care Medicine	Colorectal Surgery

4.2 (43 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience	63 Years of Experience	56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English		Speaks English
Cleveland , OH	Hudson , OH	Lakewood , OH	Beachwood , OH
Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School	Med School: Saint Louis University	Med School: Far Eastern University Inst Of Med Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation
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Craniotomy
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Kyphosis
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Sciatica
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Spinal Cancer
Spinal Cord Cyst (Syringomyelia)
Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal Fractures
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Osteophytosis (Spondylosis)
Stroke
Surgery
Vertebrae inflammation (Spondylitis)
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Wounds and Injuries

Dr. Richard Schlenk holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Umdnj.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Schlenk's NPI number is 1487714465.

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