Michael Zell, MD
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Specialty: Urology
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Biography: Michael Zell, MD
Expertise
Titles
- Director, Urologic Surgery, UH Ahuja Medical Center
- Assistant Professor, CWRU School of Medicine
Certifications & Memberships
- Urology - American Board of Urology
Education
Residency | Urology
Urology - Mayo Clinic (2016 - 2020)
Internship | General Surgery
General Surgery - Mayo Clinic (2015 - 2016)
Medical Education
University Of California San Diego (2011 - 2015)
Undergraduate
Stanford University (2006)
About
Michael Zell, MD is a board-certified urologist at University Hospitals and an associate clinical professor of urology at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. His clinical and research interests include minimally invasive treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH); holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP); diagnosis and treatment of kidney stones; and the use of advanced robotic techniques in kidney, ureter, bladder and prostate surgeries. Dr. Zell believes in a patient-centered, holistic approach to care – a philosophy that he embraces in his clinical practice and teaches to medical students and residents in his role as professor.
After earning a Bachelor of Science in Management Sciences and Engineering at Stanford University, Dr. Zell attended medical school at University of California, San Diego. During his medical school years, he was actively involved in research related to urology and orthopedics and donated much of his time to the student-run free clinic. Dr. Zell went on to complete an internship in general surgery and a residency in urology at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. His residency training had a particular focus on robotic surgery and holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP). He is, in fact, first author of the peer-reviewed publication, Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate for very large benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Born and raised in Akron, Ohio, Dr. Zell is an accomplished lacrosse player, having served as team captain during his senior year at Stanford. Prior to entering medical school, he worked in the finance industry in San Francisco, California.
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Dr. Zell is very trustworthy and listens well. Also, he explains complex medical information in an easy to understand fashion, at least for me - Great doctor!
I have already recommended Dr. Zell to a friend of mine that has similar problems.
Verry good
Dr. Dr. Zell Is excellent and the facility Is amazing. I couldn't believe It. I had no idea I would be In such a physical conditioning facility.
Dr. Zell, the urologist was great.***
Very good experience.
EXCELENT care and interest in my problem with excellent explanations of what to do to solve the problem, as well as finding a fellow doctor to perform the necessary surgery as soon as possible. Extremely happy to have been able to contact Dr. Zell. A very good, friendly and informative visit that assured me that there was a deferent solution to my problem and that my problem could be solved permanently. Thanks Dr. Zell.
Great doctor. ***
Good
I was very impressed with the professionalism the moment I entered the facility until I left
Dr. Zell awesome. Very comfortable talking with him. Took all the time we needed-no rushing or not answering my questions
Very good service.
Bright young dr.
Everyone at Dr Zell's is professional and courteous. Same with the Clinic.Very well done.
Everyone was perfect blend of professionalism and kindness. Dr. Zell is great. Very professional and is able to communicate so I could easily understand his recommendations. He gave options and outcomes.
Excellent Dr and staff. I would recommend UH to everyone.
Very knowledgeable and personable.
Very good experience considering the situation
Very good experience - the waiting area was fantastic - person who welcomed me was very nice - nurse was very good - the doctor was fantastic - they all put me at ease.
Very satisfied with Cutler Center for Men. Follow up scheduled along with tests.
Barb was awesome!
Dr. Zell is an excellent doctor and at the top of his game. Staff and his team are outstanding. A+++++++++++++++++++++++
First time visit. He was very easy to talk to and very helpful.
No issues. Very pleased
Good provider, he performed surgery on me and it went well so I am happy.
Good
Great care; great staff. Great results. Doctor Zell is very positive,honest, and I have a lot of faith in him.
Dr and his staff gave excellent care for my visit.
Dr. Zell was excellent in speaking with and answering all my questions.
Excellent visit with Dr. Zell, he has my highest respect and recommendation
Dr. Zell is the best! Very caring, compassionate, and professional. ***
I am very impressed with the doctor and his staff. I highly recommend the doctor.
Dr. Zell and his staff were great!
Dr Zell has always taken time to read my messages, always gets back to me. He's a great Dr. I've already recommended him to a couple friends
Excellent
Excellent clinician. Took time to explain care plan and follow up. Reviewed medication.
Great
Excellent
It was very easy to talk with Dr Zell about a sensitive subject matter. He listened to my concerns and explained clearly what my options were. He is an empathetic health care provider.
I'm very pleased with the Doctor and his care for me.
Very Professional & caring
Privilege to talk with Dr Zell only problemHe us so busy that needed surgery will take 2-3 months to get scheduled
Very good provider!!!
I like Dr. Zell and he helped me when no one else would. Just feel it is hard to see your doctor when you do have issues and not just a routine appointment.
Dr. Zell is an excellent doctor. Very thorough, and great "bedside" manner.
Excellent care. 100% attentive.
All ggood!
Extremely professional
Good, caring physician. We trust his judgement.
Dr. Zell is excellent, showed me respect, was completely comfortable with him. His staff clearly follow his lead.
The physician is the best, he was personable and even let me play music during a procedure. Great guy, if I needed a second vasectomy, I would definitely go back.
Good Dr. Zell and staff were very professional.
Very good and polite provider and staff thank you
Very good!
You have to know Dr. Zell is outstanding
Happy with my experiences with all my doctors .
Very knowledgeable about my condition
Very satisfied with this provider.
Doctor and nurses are very competent, efficient with good bedside manner.
I would recommend the Urology Dept at University Hospital to anyone! They make you comfortable,joke, and make you feel like they put your urologic heath first. I love Michael zells personality. He makes going to the. Dr fun.
It was excellent in every way.
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As of December 31, 2016, Michael Zell did not disclose any Outside Relationships with Industry.