Naveen George, DO
Biography
- Assistant Professor, CWRU School of Medicine
Naveen George, DO, MHSA, is a neurologist at the University Hospitals Neurological Institute specializing in headache medicine. Dr. George is also an assistant professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He received his BA in Psychology and Philosophy at Brandeis University before attending medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. After earning his medical degree and master’s in health services administration, he completed his internship and neurology residency here at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. Dr. George then completed a fellowship in headache medicine at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center before returning to University Hospitals to practice.
A member of both the American Headache Society and the International Headache Society, Dr. George specializes in the treatment of migraine, facial pain and other headache disorders. He is trained in Botox injections, occipital nerve blocks, trigger point injections and many other procedures used in the treatment of headache and facial pain. In addition to his outpatient headache practice, Dr. George is staff on the inpatient general neurology teaching service. In addition, Dr. George is actively involved in medical education at UH Cleveland Medical Center, including inpatient teaching rounds and formal instruction. Outside of his work at University Hospitals, he enjoys spending time with his two sons.
Expertise
- Botox Injections for Migraine Headaches
- Facial Pain Syndromes
- Headache Management
- Migraine Headaches
- Occipital Nerve Blocks
- Sphenopalantine Ganglion Blocks
- Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalgias
Languages Spoken
English
Office Locations
Patient Experience Reviews
4.9 out of 5
67 Ratings
Patient Comments (18)
Reviewed On 8/1/2023
An outstanding physician: knowledgeable and a good communicator.
Reviewed On 8/1/2023
I feel Dr. Naveen always explains everything and answers my questions.
Reviewed On 8/1/2023
He was super sweet and had a great bedside manner.
Reviewed On 8/1/2023
Dr. Naveen George was amazing. His physical assessment and interview skills were very thorough. He was very patient and listened to what I had to say. I can't say enough about how impressed I was during my visit.
Reviewed On 7/1/2023
Dr George is an excellent provider. He listens and always explains things very clearly.
Reviewed On 7/1/2023
Dr. Naveen George is my favorite provider on my care team. He seemed genuinely excited about my progress and seemed to actually care about my condition improving. He always makes me feel like I am his most important patient and even though the office is a long drive for me, he and his office staff make it worth it for me. Everyone in the office seems to enjoy their jobs, and always make me feel safe and welcome.
Reviewed On 6/1/2023
Very caring, concerned doctor who listened to my concerns and did NOT medically gaslight me like most of the doctors I see
Reviewed On 6/1/2023
*** and Dr. George were absolutely wonderful during, and after, my visit. They were both kind, calming, knowledgeable, and made me feel comfortable. Dr. George seems to truly be an expert in neurology especially migraines/headaches, and talked to me/treated with respect and understanding, explained things in a way I could understand, and answered all of my questions. I never felt like he was rushing or bothered or in a hurry to get to the next patient. The front desk staff was also very kind. I appreciate everyone I encountered on this visit, you all made a pleasant visit for me and gave me hope on my migraine journey! Thank you! :)
Reviewed On 6/1/2023
I appreciated the amount of time the doctor spent with me for my appointment. He was knowledgeable and attentive to answer all of my prepared questions. He gave me good ways to improve the way I take my migraine medication and also prescribed a new, non-medication procedure to try. Even though I had to wait 3 months to get the appointment, the doctor did spend time explaining things to me. He confirmed some thoughts I had about migraines, and also gave me new information. Overall, it was a great experience.
Reviewed On 5/1/2023
Dr. George was amazing
Reviewed On 4/1/2023
Dr. George is an awesome doctor! The day of my visit there was a student intern doc and she came in the room first got all my information and what was going on. She did all the neurological exams. She was very patient with me as I'm ***! She then went and talked to Dr. George and they both came back in room. Dr. George listened to everything I had to say and never rushed me! After listening to my complex medical life he put a plan of action to help resolve current medical issue saw him for! At the end of my appointment I asked him if he would write down the meds he talked about to run by my *** Surgeon and I would get back to him if those meds were safe for me and no interference to my ***e typed it out and came back and repeated it while pointing to words! He then walked us up to the front and told the receptionist that I was deaf and when I was to come back for a ***. All of that means a lot to me as being deaf and I take that into consideration when choosing to keep a doctor. Thank you Dr. George and to your student for making my appointment go smooth, working with my deafness and reduce any stress!!!!!
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
I felt heard. He was very good.
Reviewed On 1/1/2023
Dr. George exceeded my expectations with clear explanations about all he did.
Reviewed On 1/1/2023
Dr.George is an excellent physician; He is very skilled in his field and his treatment [...]helps to alleviate my migraine pain substantially. He is incredibly kind and approachable. He genuinely cares about his patients. What a gift. I am most appreciative. Kudos to Dr. George for his caring bedside manner!
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
Very happy with my experience, provider was excellent.
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
Dr. George an his nurse *** provided both professional care and an friendly careful demeanor. I am very satisfied with their services and look forward to my next appointment.
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
Dr. George is excellent. I recommended my husband see him - he is such a good listener
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
Dr. George is an amazing provider. He is incredibly thoughtful, patient, and knowledgeable. He takes the time to listen and explain everything. I would highly recommend him.
Research & Publications
Research Interests
Headache Disorders, Novel Migraine Therapeutics, Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalgias, Facial Pain
Certifications & Memberships
- Neurology - American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Education
Fellowship | Neurology-Headache
Neurology-Headache - Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (2020 - 2021)
Residency | Neurology
Neurology - UH Cleveland Medical Center (2016 - 2020)
Medical Education
Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine (2016)
Undergraduate
Brandeis University (2010)
Industry Relationships
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As of December 31, 2016, Naveen George did not disclose any Outside Relationships with Industry.