Nannan Thirumavalavan, MD
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Biography
Nannan Thirumavalavan, MD, is a fellowship-trained urologist who specializes in male infertility, microsurgery, sexual dysfunction and men’s health. He is an expert in penile implants and microsurgical vasectomy reversals, and is University Hospitals’ Chief of Male Reproductive and Sexual Health, as well as Assistant Professor of Urology at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.
Dr. Thirumavalavan grew up in central New Jersey. He graduated cum laude from Boston University College of Arts and Sciences for his undergraduate degree and then went on to complete medical school at Boston University School of Medicine. Subsequently, he completed his Internship in general surgery and residency in urology at Boston Medical Center. He then completed a National Institutes of Health-sponsored fellowship in Male Reproductive Medicine and Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.
Dr. Thirumavalavan has earned numerous awards in his career, including the AUA Men’s Health Traveling Fellowship in 2014, the NIH Travel award in 2018 for the American Society of Andrology, and the Society for Male Reproduction and Urology Traveling Scholarship in 2018. He teaches and mentors resident urologists and medical students.
Most importantly, Dr. Thirumavalavan prides himself on providing compassionate, thoughtful care for his patients. He is comfortable discussing sensitive topics such as infertility and erectile dysfunction. With his gentle manner he takes the time to listen to his patients, and works with them to create a treatment plan that best suits their needs.
In his spare time, Dr. Thirumavalavan enjoys spending time with his wife and young daughter. He enjoys playing golf and is an avid lacrosse fan, being a former collegiate player and youth coach.
Expertise
- Ejaculatory Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Infertility
- Low Libido
- Low Testosterone
- Men's Health
- Microsurgery
- Penile Implant
- Penile Prosthesis
- Peyronie's Disease (PD)
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Sperm Extraction
- Varicocele
- Varicocele Repair
- Vasectomy
- Vasectomy Reversal
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Languages Spoken
English, Tamil
Office Locations
Patient Experience Reviews
4.6 out of 5
160 Ratings
Patient Comments (27)
Reviewed On 5/1/2023
Great experience
Reviewed On 4/1/2023
Excellent provider; but he needs more support for his patients especially outside office hours or even during office hours. There does not seem be any way of communicating with the provider that is well-defined - not even email.
Reviewed On 4/1/2023
I was treated the way I would expect from any doctor
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
Excellent doctor and staff.
Reviewed On 3/1/2023
The visit was good
Reviewed On 2/1/2023
He is a phenomenal provider would highly suggest him to anyone ! Professional and compassionate!
Reviewed On 1/1/2023
Dr. Thirumavalavan was recommended to me by my friends and I would recommend him to others.
Reviewed On 12/1/2022
Very professional staff and provider.
Reviewed On 11/1/2022
Excellent Dr. Thank you for having such talented, caring and thoughtful providers on your staff.
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
My visit with Dr. T was for a vasectomy. He and his staff were great. They were friendly and talked me through the whole process. The procedure was rather painless and simple.
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
Dr . T IS THE BEST
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
Dr. T was great. It's not comfortable doing what he does but he does it well.
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
Very good
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
The visit was efficient. The doctor discussed the results, any changes in them, and what needed to be done - and did not need to be done - going forward. My questions were answered. The doctor is fairly affable and, if a person needed a specialist in this area, and especially the niche areas in which he focuses, I recommend him.
Reviewed On 10/1/2022
He's a wonderful doctor and he explains things clearly
Reviewed On 9/2/2022
Dr. T is super thororugh and very nice to talk to and explain your medical needs
Reviewed On 9/2/2022
Nice Doctor understanding helpful, respectful know field very well, I would recommend this doctor to my friends
Reviewed On 9/2/2022
The provider was always very helpful.
Reviewed On 8/1/2022
All good thank you
Reviewed On 8/1/2022
Very prompt service. Great staff.
Reviewed On 7/1/2022
Dr T was exceptional and trustworthy. Not to be funny, but I literally trust him with my boys!
Reviewed On 7/1/2022
Dr T. Is the best!. Couldn't have had a more trusting, knowledgeable, & skilled surgeon. You have a GEM!
Reviewed On 7/1/2022
Good experience
Reviewed On 7/1/2022
Dr always listen to what y add to say from last visit always remiss y if needed call or come back like dr very much takes the time with you or finds a dr if needed then ask how was that dr visit I set y up with did y like him yes or no
Reviewed On 7/1/2022
GGreat care with Dr. And staff. All question answered future apps made. I was very impressed with the experience
Reviewed On 7/1/2022
The provider was extremely knowledgeable and I was very happy with the appointment
Reviewed On 7/1/2022
Answered all questions. Covered bases
Certifications & Memberships
- Urology - American Board of Urology
Education
Fellowship | Male Reproductive Medicine and Microsurgery
Male Reproductive Medicine and Microsurgery - Baylor College Of Medicine (2017 - 2019)
Residency | Urology
Urology - Boston Medical Center (2012 - 2017)
Internship | General Surgery
General Surgery - Boston Medical Center (2011 - 2012)
Medical Education
Boston University School Of Medicine (2011)
Undergraduate
Boston University College Of Arts And Sciences (2008)
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, Nannan Thirumavalavan did not disclose any Outside Relationships with Industry.