Salim Hayek, MD, PhD
Specialty
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology), Anesthesiology
Accepting New Patients
Biography
- Professor, CWRU School of Medicine
Salim Hayek, MD, PhD, is currently the chief of the Division of Pain Medicine at University Hospitals and Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at Case Western Reserve University. He obtained a BSc degree in Biology with Distinction at the American University of Beirut in 1987 and MD degree in 1991. Following a residency in anesthesiology training at Henry Ford Hospital and University Hospitals, he completed a PhD in cellular physiology at Case Western Reserve University in 2000 and subsequently obtained fellowship training in pain medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He remained on staff at that institution until 2006 when he became the chief of the Division of Pain Medicine at University Hospitals and the program director for the Pain Medicine Fellowship program. He is well published and serves on the editorial board of most pain journals. Dr. Hayek has had a number of service accomplishments at the local and national levels including being a member of the Executive Board of Directors (currently treasurer) of the North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS).
Expertise
- CRPS/RSD
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS)
- Neuropathic Pain
- Pain Management
- Pelvic Pain
Languages Spoken
English, French, Arabic
Office Locations
Patient Experience Reviews
4.5 out of 5
156 Ratings
Patient Comments (27)
Reviewed On 8/1/2023
Dr Hayek is great! His resident was also very good.
Reviewed On 7/1/2023
The resident doctor that helped gathering my information had the habit of asking me questions and then talking over me when I tried to talk. Very annoying to say the least. He didn't come across well at all with that. Very rude actually.
Reviewed On 7/1/2023
Very good doctor
Reviewed On 7/1/2023
I got excellent care and love UH because of great care from great people
Reviewed On 7/1/2023
Most of the screening was completed by young doctor Dr. Salim Hayek is mentoring. Then after a sort time, Dr. Hayek and the young doctor and one more young doctor that is being mentored entered the exam room for Dr. Hayek to describe the next steps in the treatment process and expertly explained my medical condition, referred me for a visit with orthopedic back surgeon and a series of physical therapy sessions plus scheduled me for an appointment with Dr. Hayek for a injection.
Reviewed On 6/1/2023
Dr Hayek was very concerned about me bc I was in a lot of pain. We made a plan and it's really helping
Reviewed On 6/1/2023
Best !!! Great Dr
Reviewed On 6/1/2023
My experience with Dr. Hayek team was very good. ***
Reviewed On 6/1/2023
I arrived around 7:25 for a 7:45 am appointment. At 7:30 am they took me back and the doctor's assistant or fellow (forgot name) came in. He did a thorough exam and asked me every pertinent question. He left and Dr. Hayek came in 5-10 minutes later. Dr. Hayek knew everything I explained to his assistant. He did ask his own questions and did his own exam. He clarified his findings and made a suggestion if I wanted to try the time-released medication. Every minute of this visit was smooth. He is so knowledgeable and knows how to speak to a patient in terms we understand. I came first during the visit which is so important. I'm a patient for as long as he'll have me.
Reviewed On 6/1/2023
Very good listener, thorough, thinking and problem solving about my specific situation, kind, clear communicator, demonstrated great depth of skills
Reviewed On 5/1/2023
Dr. Hayek has been amazing. He is explains everything, listens to any concerns and always answers my questions. I'm so grateful to him and his expertise!
Reviewed On 5/1/2023
Great doctor.
Reviewed On 5/1/2023
Everyone was great
Reviewed On 4/1/2023
I have always recieved exellent care from Dr. Hayek and his staff.
Reviewed On 4/1/2023
Excellent care was provided.
Reviewed On 4/1/2023
That was my first time with Dr.Salim M Hayek I was very please with what he told me and what he want me to do. He was very concerned about my medical problem.
Reviewed On 4/1/2023
Dr Hayek is an outstanding doctor and has helped me so much in my pain management and gotten me results I thought were not possible. I feel he always takes time to listen to my concerns and offers good options for me. His staff is excellent as well.
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
Excellent care!
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
Good
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
Dr. Hayek is ALWAYS incredibly patient and thorough. He listens to my concerns and answers all my questions, he is wonderful and very caring. I appreciate his care and expertise. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
I have been a patient with Dr Hayek ***, he is extremely helpful and has always explained my horrible condition to me in a very respectful and caring manor. When a student has agrevated or screwed up or missed key part to my exam , I ve seen him show and explain why that part was critical. He is an excellent Dr and and excellent teacher for pain management. Every time I see him he not only asks me what's happening with my condition but he also remembers my children from when they were so young I was bring them with me to appointments. Dr Hayek has been caring and compassionate threw it all when I first got to him for care after being referred over by another Pain management Dr with UH. ***I have always been treated with respect and never as thou im a mental patient. Dr Hayek is a wonderful Pain management Dr. If he ever leaves UH I will follow him to the next hospital system he goes to.
Reviewed On 1/1/2023
Excellent care
Reviewed On 12/1/2022
Dr. Hayek is always personable and I would recommend him highly.
Reviewed On 12/1/2022
Dr was throughly informed and prepared, to include MRI results, medical history and opinions of other physicians. He gave expert advice and I walked me through options. Very professional.
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
Good
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
This doctor is a compassionate and skilled physician.
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
Dr. Hayek and his team of residents, nurses and others are exceptional and quite efficient.
Certifications & Memberships
- Pain Medicine - American Board of Anesthesiology
- Anesthesiology - American Board of Anesthesiology
Education
Fellowship | Pain Medicine - Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine - Anesthesiology - Cleveland Clinic (2001 - 2002)
Research Fellowship | Anesthesiology
Anesthesiology - University Hospitals Of Cleveland (1997 - 1998)
Residency | Anesthesiology
Anesthesiology - University Hospitals Of Cleveland (1996 - 1997)
Residency | Anesthesiology
Anesthesiology - Henry Ford Hospital (1993 - 1996)
Internship | Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine - Henry Ford Hospital (1992 - 1993)
Internship | Transitional Year
Transitional Year - Henry Ford Hospital (1991 - 1992)
Other Education
Case Western Reserve University (2001)
Medical Education
American University Of Beirut (1991)
Undergraduate
American University Of Beirut (1987)
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.
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As of December 31, 2016, Salim Hayek disclosed the following Outside Relationships with Industry:
- - Boston Scientific Corp - Consulting
- - Johnson & Johnson - Consulting
- - Pfizer - Consulting