Amanda Opaskar, MD
Specialty
Neurology-Vascular Neurology, Neurology
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Biography
- Director, Primary Stroke Center, UH St John Medical Center
- Assistant Professor, CWRU School of Medicine
Amanda Opaskar, MD is a Vascular Neurologist at University Hospitals St. John Medical Center in Westlake, OH, where she serves as Director of the Primary Stroke Center. As a Cleveland native, her mission is to deliver high-quality stroke and neurological care to Cleveland's Westside. She is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, where she shares her passion for Neurology by developing and teaching the Neurology curriculum in the Graduate Medical Education program at UH St. John Medical Center. She also serves as a faculty member of the Stroke Fellowship Program at UH Cleveland Medical Center, providing clinical education to future vascular neurologists.
Dr. Opaskar completed her undergraduate and medical school education at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI. She received her Bachelors of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering, summa cum laude, with a minor in music. She then stayed in Ann Arbor to complete her Medical Degree. During her time as a medical student, she served on the Student Council as a class representative. She worked on projects such as reducing medical student mistreatment and enhancing curriculum development. She graduated with a Distinction in Education and completed the Path of Excellence in Global Health and Health Disparities.
Dr. Opaskar moved to Rochester, NY, where she completed her Neurology Residency training at the University of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital, where she served as Chief Neurology Resident. During her residency, she developed a passion for quality improvement and worked on multidisciplinary teams to create innovative ways to provide efficient, high-quality acute stroke management. She then chose to return to her hometown to complete her Fellowship in Vascular Neurology at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center.
Expertise
- Cognitive Impairment
- Dementia
- Headaches
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
Languages Spoken
English
Office Locations
Patient Experience Reviews
4.8 out of 5
88 Ratings
Patient Comments (24)
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
Excellent
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
Both the doctor and her resident spent time just getting to know me and asked about any concerns I had.This was a 1st visit with this doctor.
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
Dr Ospaskar is AMAZING..Very knowledgeable, able to explain so I understand completely, so compassionate, efficient! Her office is also kind and efficient
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
Both my wife and I were very impressed with Dr. Opaskar. She was clear, straightforward, and seemed sincerely engaged with me. She (and her staff) have our highest rating.
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
Dr Opaskar is amazing. She is open, warm, and caring. I feel so comfortable with her. *** Not only personality wise, but she's wicked smart and she's in the same mindset as I am (willing to change meds and treatments, but only one thing at a time so we know what works, and also start low and go slow). She listens to me and takes my input into consideration. She spends plenty of time with me, I never feel rushed. I have recommended her to my friend and I am just so happy with Dr Opaskar's care. And her nurse Kristy and office staff, ***, everyone is fantastic. Thank you.
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
Dr. Opaskar was very thorough and informative. I do not recall is she sat down during our visit. I was more concerned about my stroke follow up and the information we were discussing.
Reviewed On 1/1/2023
Excellent service.
Reviewed On 1/1/2023
I am so grateful for Dr. Opaskar. She was compassionate and honest. I feel confident placing my health issue in her hands.
Reviewed On 1/1/2023
Doctor Opaskar was compassionate and honest. She thoroughly explained what she thought my issues might be and gave an honest assessment of where we go from here and all that might be involved. She was patient and spent a lot of time with me. She did not try to reassure me that all would be well but that she would involve whatever other doctors were necessary. Her compassion and honesty was everything to me. There is no other doctor I would trust to oversee this particular health issue.
Reviewed On 12/1/2022
I felt she was thorough.
Reviewed On 12/1/2022
Dr. Opaskar is very thorough and does an excellent job!
Reviewed On 12/1/2022
Everything was good.
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
Very good, she put me at ease about my condition, very reassuring. Easy to understand and very attentive !!!
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
The provider was very knowledgeable but slowing down while explaining things would make if easier to absorb the information. She talks very fast which makes it hard to absorb and know what questions to ask.
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
This is the best neurologist I have seen at UH, and I have seen many. She and her staff are excellent!
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
I was in total awe of how professional Dr. Opaskar was. She was very knowledgeable and attentive. ***
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
This is the first time I have seen this neuro dr. She was wonderful. I am very confident she understands my condition and will help me live with it.
Reviewed On 9/2/2022
The provider was excellent. I would recommend her to anyone.
Reviewed On 9/2/2022
Dr. Opaskar does an excellent job! She shows a genuine and personal concern for me and my well being. The other physician present during my appointment (can't remember her name) sometimes seemed bored or disconnected during the appointment and did not always listen carefully.
Reviewed On 9/2/2022
Wonderful provider! She explained everything in detail and gave us a great deal of helpful information. She showed kindness and empathy. Highly recommend.
Reviewed On 8/1/2022
Very very knowledgeable M.D. Specialist. Great personality and a kind, caring, and compassionate person.
Reviewed On 8/1/2022
Dr Opaskar is a phenomenal physician. I'm only sorry I didn't start seeing her sooner. She listened to all my issues, takes her time and doesn't rush me (I have issues with my speech and with getting my thoughts into words, and I never felt rushed or that she was impatient. She's amazing). She had ideas to try and gave me optimism for the first time in awhile. She's very pleasant and friendly as well. Her nurse *** is friendly and knowledgeable about what I need to do about treatments and appointments. She makes me smile too. The front office staff has been very helpful with helping me get records and with questions I have, with leaving messages for the doctor, and everyone always gets back to me anytime I leave a message. I wish every provider and every office worked like this. Some of the doctors that I've seen need to take a bedside manner class from Dr Opaskar. And she's not just nice, she excels as a physician as well. Whenever I mention her name, people say "oh isn't she the best"! ***
Reviewed On 7/1/2022
Excellent experience.
Reviewed On 6/1/2022
Excellent Exam and results/outcome from the visit and referrals with Dr Opaskar.
Research & Publications
Research Interests
Acute Stroke Therapy & Management, Medical Management for Secondary Stroke Prevention, Ischemic stroke in young adults, Vascular Dementia
Certifications & Memberships
- Vascular Neurology - American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Neurology - American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Education
Fellowship | Vascular Neurology
Vascular Neurology - UH Cleveland Medical Center (2019 - 2020)
Residency | Neurology
Neurology - Strong Memorial Hospital Of The University Of Rochester Medical Center (2015 - 2019)
Medical Education
University Of Michigan Medical School (2015)
Undergraduate
University Of Michigan (2011)
Industry Relationships
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As of December 31, 2016, Amanda Opaskar did not disclose any Outside Relationships with Industry.