Afshin Dowlati, MD
Biography
- Lucile and Robert H Gries Endowed Director, Center for Cancer Drug Development, University Hospitals
- Director, Thoracic Oncology Program, UH Seidman Cancer Center
- Director, Thoracic Oncology, UH Cleveland Medical Center
- Director, Phase I Drug Development Program, UH Cleveland Medical Center
- Professor, CWRU School of Medicine
Expertise
- Experimental Therapeutics
- Hematology/Oncology
- Lung Cancer
- Phase I Clinical Trials
- Thoracic Cancer
Languages Spoken
English, French, Farsi
Office Locations
Patient Experience Reviews
4.9 out of 5
96 Ratings
Patient Comments (32)
Reviewed On 8/1/2023
Good experience
Reviewed On 8/1/2023
I feel very well cared for by Dr. Dowlati and the team
Reviewed On 8/1/2023
Great! All were very attentive, accommodating and respectful. Dr. Dowati is amazing! I came to UH for a second opinion regarding my cancer diagnosis and treatment. Needless to say, I left with a much clearer understanding of my illness.
Reviewed On 8/1/2023
My Cancer treatment is in Rremission. I am very grateful for all his expertise.
Reviewed On 8/1/2023
Very thorough visit. Dr Dowlati takes the time to address things that are outside of his scope of responsibility and I appreciate it.
Reviewed On 7/1/2023
Everyone was very professional and kind.This was very refreshing
Reviewed On 7/1/2023
Dr. Dowlati was absolutely wonderful. He took the time to explain things so that I understood. I felt very comfortable with him, and instantly trusted him.
Reviewed On 7/1/2023
Very clear about future treatments
Reviewed On 6/1/2023
Dr. Dawlati is my Cancer Doctor. He did an EXCELLENT JOB diagnosing ***. He directed my Chemo and Radiation appointments. He will continue to see me during my Remission appointments.
Reviewed On 6/1/2023
I have had nothing but good and pleasant experiences with Dr Dowlati. I have confidence I will continue to not only survive with my cancer but will continue to enjoy a very good quality of life due to Dr Dowlati's care and expertise in my form of cancer
Reviewed On 5/1/2023
All the providers at University Hospital nurses doctor or absolutely wonderful. They were the best I've ever had.
Reviewed On 5/1/2023
I think he is the best possible dr to treat my lung cancer.I have faith in Dr Dowalti.
Reviewed On 4/1/2023
I'm thankful that I have the absolute best oncologist possible.
Reviewed On 4/1/2023
It was a very good experience.
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
An excellent experience with the physician.
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
I am a cancer patient and Dr Dowlati is my Oncologist and the lead of my oncology team. They are to be credited for my not only surviving a serious and "incurable" form of cancer but also able to thrive in a quality of life that I didn't think possible when first diagnosed. This generalized survey does not do justice to the level and quality of care I have received.
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
Sincere, with good clarity of medical issues, while providing comfort.
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
Excellent care and compassion
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
Grateful for a positive appointment.
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
Excellent interaction with this physician that I saw for additional opinions regarding treatment options.
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
Always professional, caring & thorough
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
I believe he is a good oncology doctor
Reviewed On 1/1/2023
My first visit with Dr Dowalti -seems knowledgeable and informed.
Reviewed On 12/1/2022
As a cancer patient I cannot imagine a better Doctor than Dr Dowlati.
Reviewed On 12/1/2022
Dr Dowlati was instrumental in discovering a second, primary cancer. Thank you for your excellent care!
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
Each visit with Dr D. Is absolutely amazing! He takes His time to explain my medical condition and the steps his team is taking to give me the best possible care. His bedside manner is wonderful. He even took the time to call me when he said he would. HE called. Not his secretary or nurse. HIM! He's a busy researcher and for him to take the time to call made me feel like I meant something.
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
I am well pleased with everyone I have had contact with and I would recommend them to all my friends and family. It is a pleasure to be around caring and passionate people. Thank You.
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
Explained health problems very clearly
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
I feel that the level of my care is excellent
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
Dr. Dowlati is an extraordinary Oncologist, with an excellent assistant and other first rate team members. ***
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
Good!
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
The visit was very helpful .
Certifications & Memberships
- Medical Oncology - American Board of Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine
Education
Residency | Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine - University Hospitals Of Cleveland (1998 - 2000)
Fellowship | Hematology/Oncology
Hematology/Oncology - University Hospitals Of Cleveland (1996 - 1998)
Internship | Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine - Universite De Liege Faculte De Medecine (1992 - 1996)
Medical Education
Universite De Liege Faculte De Medecine (1992)
Industry Relationships
University Hospitals is committed to transparency in our interactions with industry partners, such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies. At UH, we disclose practitioner and their family members’ ownership and intellectual property rights that are or in the process of being commercialized. In addition, we disclose payments to employed practitioners of $5,000 or more from companies with which the practitioners interact as part of their professional activities. These practitioner-industry relationships assist in developing new drugs, devices and therapies and in providing medical education aimed at improving quality of care and enhancing clinical outcomes. At the same time, UH understands that these relationships may create a conflict of interest. In providing this information, UH desires to assist patients in talking with their practitioners about industry relationships and how those relationships may impact their medical care.
UH practitioners seek advance approval for certain new industry relationships. In addition, practitioners report their industry relationships and activities, as well as those of their immediate family members, to the UH Office of Outside Interests annually. We review these reports and implement management plans, as appropriate, to address conflicts of interest that may arise in connection with medical research, clinical care and purchasing decisions.
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As of December 31, 2016, Afshin Dowlati did not disclose any Outside Relationships with Industry.