Cleveland Magazine - August 2024

BEST DOCTORS

BERNIE KOSAR’S

FOURTH QUARTER

A COMPETITIVE SPIRIT FUELS THE BROWNS LEGEND’S BATTLE WITH LIVER FAILURE AND PARKINSON’S DISEASE

BEAUTIFUL GAME Sleek

Sophistication and Local Fandom Coexist in a Warehouse District Condo

The Best Doctors Treat You Like Family

Not every family looks the same. Not every family member needs the same things.

For our 2024 Cleveland Magazine Best Doctors, treating you like family means making sure you have the resources you need to live your healthiest life. And when each person is treated like family, we can build a healthier community. At MetroHealth, we’re building a new kind of hospital system—intentionally structured to serve every person. Be seen. Be heard. Be well. For an appointment with a MetroHealth provider, call 216-MY-METRO.

PATIENT REVIEWS

★★★★★

I am so glad I saw a Dr. Duggan ad in a Cleveland Magazine! About 6 months after starting treatments my throbbing/itchy/ bulging veins in both legs are gone! My legs look fantastic. I don’t have to wear cover-up makeup anymore. Dr. Duggan and her staff are a wonderful.. fun.. caring.. team. I have been to other vascular doctors and Dr. Duggan is definitely the best doctor in Cleveland. I will continue to spread good words of Dr. Duggan ....and the great job she did for me!

★★★★★

I saw Dr. Duggan for varicose veins more than five years ago. When it became necessary to see a doctor again, I returned to Dr. Duggan because I was so satisfied with the outcomes. I didn’t seek treatment for cosmetic reasons but because of leg pain, heaviness, cramps, tiredness and restlessness. Procedures are relatively painless, quick, and effective. Dr. Duggan explains everything. She is skilled, professional, and caring. SHE actually calls you after a procedure to check on you. Her husband, also involved in certain procedures, is excellent, too. The office (including support staff and doctors) has a positive vibe that enhances the treatment experience. Outcomes + office environment = optimum satisfaction. ★★★★★

I’ve been bothered by networks of broken veins and anterior leg cramps in both legs for many years and have been treated at other facilities with little success in appearance or reduction of cramps. Came to Dr. Duggan to give treatment one last chance. She and Dr. John thoroughly evaluated my legs and after laser treatment and multiple deftly administered vein injections, both legs look amazingly better and no longer wake me at night with cramping. They were lovely and personable and great at what they do! I’m grateful to Dr. Duggan for the excellent results and wish I had come years sooner. ★★★★★

I went 20 years in daily pain in both my legs due to varicose veins. I did not want to have the inpatient hospital surgery with the lengthy recovery. I finally was seen by Dr. Duggan. She told me about a procedure, called Endovenous Laser Ablation, that would be done in her office to both my greater and lesser saphenous veins. I was truly amazed. No down time and no cutting open. It was a blessing, and I am now pain free.

Dr. Duggan is a great doctor who really knows what she is talking about. I felt that I received excellent attentive care delivered at the highest standard. She is professional, focused on the task at hand, but she also took the time to put me at ease and keep me well-informed every step of the way. Plus, she made me feel like her friend and not her patient. I strongly recommend Dr. Duggan!

ON THE COVER

46 BERNIE, BERNIE! Cleveland's hometown quarterback opens up about his life after football and how he's dealing with liver disease and other post-career ailments.

By Dillon Stewart

Photographed by Kevin Kopanski

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FEATURED

42 ROLL UP Legalized recreational weed is bringing a wide array of products to Ohio's dispensaries. Our guide helps you navigate the new local scene.

By Julia Lombardo and Julia Soeder

10 FROM THE EDITOR 14 CONVERSATION

LAY OF THE LAND

19 TENNIS IN THE LAND One of Cleveland's premier sporting events returns to The Flats this month.

22 I WANT TO RIDE MY BICYCLE Fridrich Bicycle wasn't part of the plan for Chuck Fridrich, but more than 30 years after taking over the 150-year-old family business, he shares what he's learned on his ride.

FOOD & DRINK

HOT DOG! With flavorful toppings, Glizzys sets itself apart from the city's classic hot dog cart scene. 36 DINING GUIDE Find your way around the best and most unique breweries that the region has to offer.

HOME & GARDEN

147 RALLY HOUSE This apartment is the ideal place to watch the game, without being over-the-top sporty.

152 LOOK BACK Cleveland once made a name as a city with a host of malls. Take a peek at 1977's ribbon cutting at the iconic Euclid Square Mall.

SPECIAL SECTIONS

90 STEM Every child learns differently, and STEM can be a great pathway to help students with problem-solving.

Ohio Made. Ohio Grown. Ohio Proud.

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Mr. Cleveland

“LEGEND” IS THROWN around a lot these days. But if anyone in Cleveland deserves that title, it’s Bernie Kosar.

As a 31-year-old, it’s hard for me to fully comprehend how much Bernie means to the Cleveland community. I didn’t watch him play in those iconic games, like the 1987 Marathon by the Lake against the New York Jets or the October 1985 game when he trotted out for the first time to replace Gary Danielson in front of 70,000 fans.

But breaking the news that Bernie needed a liver transplant and showed signs of Parkinson’s disease, as we did in July on clevelandmagazine.com, contextualized the magnitude of the world’s admiration for Bernie. It wasn’t the virality that struck me — with the story being picked up by the likes of

The New York Times and NBC Sports — but the outpouring of love, especially from the communities of Cleveland and Miami, where Bernie played both college and professional football.

While I didn’t get to see him play football, the Bernie I’ve observed is a true Clevelander who has always shown up for his city, warts and all. Every major sporting moment. Every media engagement. Every charity event. Every fan selfie. Bernie is there — giving every bit of himself to his city.

Maybe that’s why people now want to be there for him. When you flip to page 46, you’ll find the nearly 4,000 words I pulled together after a few long talks with Bernie. That’s enough from me. Here are just a few of the hundreds of well wishes from Bernie’s fans.

Praying for you, @BernieKosarQB, and believing for complete healing for you and many good years ahead. Keep fighting. #GoBrowns  -@JenniferMatthews on Twitter

One of the greatest Cleveland Browns football QBs in history top 3. The smartest ever at QB in NFL history. My heart hurts to hear this. -Sowling Typhon on Facebook

Heard your WTAM interview today and am struck by your positive attitude. Bernie, all of Cleveland and Browns Nation send you the love and support you deserve as you continue to battle these health challenges. -@Kekbel444 on Instagram

Prayers Bernie. I grew up in Y-Town and played Football at Ursuline while you tore it up at Boardman High. I’m dealing with Stage 4 cancer and empathize with what you must be going thru. Stay strong and keep slaying dragons.  -Timm Vonu on Facebook

I’m so sad to hear all of this. I saw him a few weeks ago and he looked great. Wishing him prayers for a new liver. He is such an incredibly great guy. Love and prayers! ���� -Buffy Tucker on Facebook

You will be in my prayers Bernie. You will always be loved by us Browns’ fans/fellow NE Ohioans ❤ -Rick Dondrea on Facebook

You matter @BernieKosarQB. Get well soon ❤ -@Slimdog on Twitter

Dillon Stewart, editor stewart@clevelandmagazine.com

Bernie Kosar lets us inside his medical treatment and psyche on page 46.

Jan & Tom Hablitzel 2024 Campaign Chairs

THERE WAS MAGIC IN THE AIR AT THE 30TH ANNUAL GREATER CLEVELAND HEART & STROKE BALL.

In a dazzling display of unity and celebration, the evening commemorated a century of the American Heart Association’s relentless fight against cardiovascular disease and stroke. The room buzzed with excitement and generosity, as paddles were raised high, symbolizing Greater Cleveland’s collective hope and commitment to the cause.

Executive Director Shelley Webber underscored the Association’s centurylong legacy, spotlighting milestones like advocating for clean indoor air, promoting nutritional transparency on food labels and establishing lifesaving CPR guidelines. During her remarks, she emphasized, “This relentless pursuit will continue until heart disease and stroke no longer exist.”

The theme of the night, “Magic in Every Heartbeat,” was beautifully illustrated through the story of Bella Jordan. In just 24 hours, twomonth-old Bella went from playing with her sisters to fighting for her life in the hospital. Her family noticed her rapid breathing and rushed her to the hospital, where imaging revealed she had dilated cardiomyopathy - a condition causing her heart to enlarge and fail, impacting all her organs.

Bella Jordan (front) and family

Doctors informed her family that Bella needed a heart transplant to survive. Stabilized and placed on the transplant list at Cleveland Clinic Children’s, Bella was put on a Berlin Heart device to maintain blood flow and improve her strength for the eventual transplant.

After five long months of waiting for a call, a donor heart was found and Bella underwent a successful transplant surgery in September 2023. Though she lagged in developmental milestones, she thrived in rehabilitation, growing stronger each day. After nearly a year in the hospital, Bella came home just in time for her first birthday celebration.

Bella’s journey has been tough, but she continues to progress, now crawling and standing. Bella’s mom, Angie, and her family remain deeply grateful for the donor family’s sacrifice and the medical team’s dedication.

The Heart and Stroke Ball extends its impact far beyond the walls of the ballroom, striving to offer more individuals, like Bella, a second chance at life. Through community outreach programs, educational initiatives and funding support for critical medical research, the campaign amplifies the American Heart Association’s mission. It seeks to empower local families facing cardiovascular challenges, providing

DID YOU KNOW?

Since 1960, between Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, The MetroHealth System, Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland State University, the American Heart Association has funded more than $116 MILLION DOLLARS in groundbreaking research in Cleveland alone.

vital resources and advocacy to ensure that every heartbeat counts in the fight against heart disease and stroke.

With Bold Hearts, the American Heart Association moves forward into its second century, determined in its mission to advocate for a healthier Cleveland and beyond.

2024 HEART OF CLEVELAND GUIDING VALUES AWARDS

The Heart of Cleveland Guiding Values Awards highlight the American Heart Association’s commitment to promoting cardiovascular health and advancing research to improve outcomes for individuals and communities. These deserving winners exemplify the Association’s values of compassion, innovation and advocacy.

Extending & Improving People’s Lives Award sponsored by The Durham Family

Bradley S. Marino, MD, MPP, MSCE, MBA Cleveland

Clinic Children’s

Dr. Bradley S. Marino is the Ronald and Helen Ross Distinguished Chair of Pediatric Cardiology and leads the Department of Heart, Vascular & Thoracic and the Division of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine at Cleveland Clinic Children’s. An internationally recognized clinicianscientist and master educator, Dr. Marino is renowned for his work in neurodevelopmental and psychosocial outcomes for children with congenital heart disease.

He has created and expanded neurodevelopmental programs, led national collaborations and significantly advanced pediatric cardiovascular care through transformative research, numerous leadership roles and advocacy efforts. He also serves on the American Heart Association Midwest Board of Directors, the Greater Cleveland Board of Directors and the 2024 Heart & Stroke Ball Executive Leadership Team - further demonstrating his dedication to advancing cardiovascular health initiatives at regional and local levels.

2023 LEADERS OF IMPACT

Bringing Science to Life Award sponsored by Millcraft Paper Company

Cleveland Clinic

This award recognizes Dr. Mina Chung’s steadfast and innovative research work related to cardiovascular health. For many advancements, the American Heart Association relies on volunteer scientists and lay stakeholders to ensure funding for the most high-impact and groundbreaking research.

Dr. Chung, a staff cardiologist in the Section of Pacing and Electrophysiology at Cleveland Clinic’s Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, has pioneered atrial fibrillation research and advanced cardiovascular and neurological health treatments. Since receiving her first American Heart Association Grant-in-Aid in 1994, she has focused on genetic mechanisms, established extensive biobanks and led clinical trials on arrhythmias, pacemaker and defibrillator therapy, heart failure and catheter ablation. She has been deeply involved within the Association, serving in various leadership roles including chairing committees, contributing to scientific statements and guidelines and advocating for cardiovascular research - significantly impacting the field.

Every year across 150 cities, community leaders step up to join Leaders of Impact in an effort to bring the work of the American Heart Association to life! Ten individuals were nominated by community members to take a stand and give all Americans healthier lives by engaging their networks in a 7-week fundraising campaign that made a lasting impact. They educated our communities on the risk factors and warning signs of heart disease and stroke, pioneered new advances in care and treatment of heart disease, built a culture of health where the healthy choice is the easy choice and raised much needed funds so less people suffer the devastating effects of heart disease and stroke. Collectively, this team raised more than $100,000 in just 7 weeks - a record-breaking year for Leaders of Impact!

Live Fierce. Stand For All Award sponsored by The Jacobs Family

Nicole Ward Make Them Know Your Name Foundation

Nicole Ward received the Live Fierce. Stand for All award in recognition of her dedication to living fiercely for herself and her loved ones, and her role as a catalyst for longer, healthier lives for everyone, everywhere.

The Make Them Know Your Name (MTKYN) Foundation, founded and driven by Nicole, was established after the sudden cardiac arrest death of her husband, Paul G. Ward Jr., during a spin class at age 46.

Nicole and her sons honor his legacy by providing life-saving resources like CPR certification and AED equipment to schools and gyms. She also advocates for health equity, especially in the Black community, and organizes community events such as free football camps and coat drives. Nicole’s leadership and dedication embodies the American Heart Association’s mission.

2023 LEADERS OF IMPACT

Kristen Ashbrook

Sherwin Williams

Ben Brugler

Akhia

Amanda Davis

RSM US LLP

Sarah E. Echan

Oswald Companies

Mike Judge

Cleveland Browns

Michael Johnson

Millcraft

Amy Myers

Rocket Central

Cyndie O’Bryan Colliers

Andrew Stebbins

Congratulations to Patrick Rubinic for making the greatest impact and being awarded the Leaders of Impact Winner!

Buckingham Doolittle & Burroughs LLC

Mina Chung, MD

Patrick Rubinic OWNER Knightline Embroidery and Screenprint

Setting Sail

Our July issue took readers on a summer cruise of a different kind. We jumped aboard the Motor Vessel Mark W. Barker, the hard-to-miss yet ever-elusive freighter ship sailing Cleveland waters and lived a day in the life of its crew and operations.

Meet the Associate Editor: Julia Lombardo

From the readers:

@Naan Raff: BEST read I’ve had in a long time! Thank you for writing it with ❤ !

@rachcav2: This is amazing! I never knew about the ins and outs. Thank you for all this information.

@KazSusan: Having lived in Cleveland this continues to amaze me, seeing those tankers twist and turn around the Mighty Cuyahoga #Cleveland

Julia joined the Cleveland Magazine team as an intern in January after graduating from the Ohio State University in 2023 with a bachelor’s in English. Concentrating her studies in creative writing, she has a knack for storytelling. Lombardo was raised in Painesville, making local storytelling for Cleveland Magazine her perfect niche. In this role, Julia looks forward to exploring the ins and outs of the magazine’s production.

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2024 FACES OF CARE GALA |

Cleveland Magazine and the Ohio League for Nursing hosted the 2024 Faces of Care Gala on June 8, honoring area nurses, students and educators who have made an impact in the nursing community. Held at Holiday Inn Cleveland in Independence, emcee Natalie Herbick of Fox 8 led guests through a night of cocktails, dinner, awards and dancing. The event was made possible through the support of The MetroHealth System, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland Clinic, Cuyahoga Community College, Ursuline College and Akron Children’s.

1) Debbie Dorsch, Leslie DiVincenzo, Chad DiVincenzo and Ken DiVincenzo — The MetroHealth System

2) Natalie Herbick

3) Emmanuel Betts and Trasci Lockhart

3) Patricia Sharpnack, Holly Ma, Cait Yeager, Erin Schroeder and Sandra Mastrodonato — Ursuline College

June 8, 2024 Holiday Inn Cleveland South

Down to “Miz”ness

Starring a Parma native, WWE SummerSlam comes to Cleveland Browns Stadium this month.

FEW EVENTS ON THE WWE CALENDAR are as big or bigger than the company’s annual SummerSlam. This year, that event soars into Cleveland Browns Stadium on Aug. 3. It’s the second time SummerSlam has been in town, joining 1996 when it was held at the then-Gund Arena. The WWE does have a couple of local ties to Cleveland, with the most notable being Mike “The Miz” Mizanin. Mizanin grew up in Parma and attended Normandy High School in the 1990s before rising to WWE superstardom. In preparation for this summer’s biggest wrestling event, Cleveland Magazine caught up with one of Northeast Ohio’s own.

Q

WHAT’S SPECIAL TO YOU ABOUT SUMMERSLAM 2024?

A The fact that it’s in my hometown of Cleveland, Ohio. Growing up in Cleveland, I went to Guardians games. I went to Cavs games. I went to Browns games. Never did I think in my wildest dreams that I would play at Progressive Field where the Guardians play when I played for the [MLB Celebrity Softball] All-Star Game. I never thought that I would do pump up pieces for the Cavs, to pump up the crowd during the playoffs. Never did I think I would be able to perform where the Cleveland Browns play. I’m the World Tag Team Champion, and I plan on taking that title all the way to SummerSlam.

Q WHAT IS YOUR DREAM MATCH? WHETHER AGAINST A CURRENTLY ACTIVE WWE WRESTLER OR ONE OF THE INDUSTRY’S LEGENDS? WHY?

A I always wanted to wrestle Ultimate Warrior because he was my favorite growing up as a kid. I used to paint my face, put streamers on my arms and run around the house, acting like I was Ultimate Warrior. That would have been amazing.

Q

AWHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE PARTS OF CLEVELAND?

Parma. That’s where I’m from. So, I always like going back to Parma. I mean, if we’re talking about where I like to go, I always try to find out if there’s a Guardians game, a Cavs game, a Browns game, because I always try to go to at least one of each a year. I think there’s no better stadium than Progressive Field for baseball. It’s a fun atmosphere. It’s a great stadium. I’ve been to so many. Like, I was thinking about it last night. I was like, man, I’ve been to Angels, Dodgers, Yankees, I’ve been to Fenway, I’ve been to Wrigley, I’ve been to all these different places. And my favorite is Progressive Field. There’s just something about it that, when I go there, it makes me feel like I’m home, but also there’s something in the crowd that really makes that a special stadium.

Mike “The Miz” Mizanin

- Vicky B.

THE WHEELS OF TIME

Owner Chuck Fridrich, who plans to sell his 150-year-old family business Fridrich Bicycle, shares what he’s learned during his 30-plus years as caretaker of the Ohio City shop.

LIFE LESSONS

OWNING AND OPERATING the family bicycle shop wasn’t part of the plan for Chuck Fridrich. Despite spending time working in the shop as a child, he didn’t grow up dreaming of carrying on the family business, but when his father passed away in 1992, that became his reality. Since then, he’s been the caretaker of Cleveland’s bicycle enthusiasts at his Ohio City shop on Lorain Avenue. As Fridrich now looks to step away, Cleveland Magazine paid him a visit at his shop to discuss the past, present and future of Fridrich Bicycle.

When I was a kid, my dad used to bring me down here. We lived in Lakewood, and I started coming down here when I was 8 or 9 years old. I had three brothers and a sister.

Saturdays and Sundays were good times for us to come, and actually just mess around. We’re just kids, we really weren’t doing much except getting in everybody’s way. After a while, you start to kind of get into it a little bit. You know where things are. Maybe you grab a broom and start sweeping, or if he needs a box moved, I knew where it had to go.

After a while, you maybe answered the phone, or actually talked to some kids that came in wanting to buy a baseball glove. We used to have a sporting goods department over there, which I immediately pronounced myself the manager because I was into baseball.

Slowly but surely I got into bikes because you have to be knowledgeable in order to take care of a customer when it comes to a bike sale.

It was 1992. My father was 75. He had an apartment right up above the shop. And he passed away up there in his little apartment.

The company attorney, who was very close to my dad, walked me over to that window and said, “You know, there’s really nobody else here to do this, you’re gonna have to run this place.” And of course, that was not part of my life’s plan.

There’s a fine line between learning and injecting your own ideas into

something, especially in a situation like this. My brain told me to do something. And yet, I knew we were doing it another way for many, many years. So, I went along with the program.

I realized that, “Hey, I think I’ve got a better idea.” And that was the adjustment period that I had to go through, learning to trust myself.

I made mistakes. But the one thing I never had any problem with was getting along with the customers. I’m a people person. I like people, and I enjoy taking care of their problems.

People are easy to get along with if you give yourself a shot. That’s why I feel like I’ve been successful here. Because I just get along with everybody.

As the years rolled along, I injected more and more of my own thinking. I accepted what my employees had

to say, too, if they had good thoughts, good ideas, and they showed me that this would work.

One lady in particular who was with me for 23 or 24 years. Her name was Jane Alley. She was here and helped me when I was sick, stepped up to the plate. I can honestly say that without Jane and her influence on this business, Fridrich’s would not be here today. I’m sure of it.

One of my dad’s employees who used to run the bike room. He was interested in harness racing at the old Grandview track, at Painesville fairgrounds, and the newly built Northfield. He asked me if I’d like to go out with him one night.

Once finished with the shop, Fridrich plans to spend his time announcing harness races.

I was bored out of my mind. I couldn’t believe how slow the action was. That quickly changed. Now, I’m a die-hard harness fan. I own horses. I visited the winner’s circle many times at Northfield. And now, I’m about ready to get back in. I go to the races four nights per week.

City of Color

DayGlo and its fluorescent colors are a major stroke in the paint history of Cleveland.

Standing in Public Square, it’s hard not to gape at the latest addition to Cleveland’s skyline, particularly as the summer sun’s rays illuminate its glass exterior — Sherwin-Williams’ latest corporate headquarters, a 616-foot-tall skyscraper on West Sixth Street, is a site to behold. But look to the street level and you’ll find, hiding very loudly in plain sight, the signatures of another local icon of the industry — in bright orange traffic cones and highlighter-yellow safety vests.

This year, DayGlo Color Corp., located at 4515 St. Clair Ave., celebrates its 90th anniversary since brothers Bob and Joe Switzer founded the company as Fluor-S-Art Co. in 1934. The Switzers pioneered fluorescent paints and pigments,

forever changing the worlds of advertising, fashion and safety.

DayGlo is one in a colorful corps of paint and coatings companies long headquartered locally. Along with Sherwin-Williams, Glidden and RPM International, which acquired DayGlo in 1991, this quartet of manufacturers has built Ohio’s reputation as a national leader in the industry. According to research from the American Coatings Association, Ohio ranked fifth in paint and coatings employment with 13,362 jobs in 2019, producing the thirdhighest exports ($188 million) in 2020.

“You’ve got a situation where the Midwest is just a powerhouse of manufacturing, so a lot of the chemical industry has grown up and evolved [here],” says Will Wooten, DayGlo’s vice president of global sales and marketing. “It well positions Ohio, and Cleveland in particular, to source materials to make paints or pigments.”

All it takes is one glimpse of DayGlo’s revolutionary pigment, the raw powder added in the manufacturing process to create products that are vibrantly fluorescent, to see why it has found lasting success as a standout in a crowded local industry.

After Bob Switzer sustained an injury in 1933 while working at a tomato quality control laboratory in California, he was inspired to explore the prospects of fluorescence while recovering his eyesight in a dark room. DayGlo’s original style was innovated through an accidental discovery, after dipping silk in a combination of fluorescent dye and alcohol. With sights set on advertisement, the Switzers moved their small operation cross-country in the late 1930s to partner with Cleveland’s Continental Lithograph, a company that produced movie posters for Warner Brothers Pictures.

Over nearly a century, the company would widely expand its business ventures, coloring psychedelic and neon fashions, coating American warships for increased visibility during World War II and helping to establish brand

identities popular in American culture. Without DayGlo pigments, Tide detergent’s orange bottle, the album cover of Cream’s Disraeli Gears, or, in more recent years, some styles of Reebok’s “Zoku Runner” shoe, don’t look so vivid and eye-catching.

Today, DayGlo’s local operation spans three facilities, in Cleveland, Twinsburg and Avon, employing more than 150 workers. As the company is the only remaining fluorescent pigment manufacturer in the United States, these compounds make up much of its modern business, though separate buildings near its primary headquarters are used for paint, dye and polymer production.

Vice president of research and development Tom DiPietro, with DayGlo since 1987, has observed the company’s popularity wax and wane over the course of his career. Noting the enor-

mous popularity of neon clothing when he joined in the late 1980s, he says the colors DayGlo’s pigments produce trends in and out.

“In 2015 and ’16, [the popularity] seemed to be from sports shoes and apparel,” says DiPietro. “It sort of tailed off, but it comes and goes. We have core packaging that does not do that, but when those fashion booms come, it drags everything else, so we get really busy.”

Touring DayGlo’s Cleveland facility feels like stepping into a sci-fi spaceship after an intergalactic battle — splatters of fluorescent yellow, orange and pink cover just about every surface, dripping like alien guts or covering the industrial machinery in a thin layer of colorful dust. Over the course of three floors, pigment creation begins as a taffy-like mixture of dyes and formaldehyde, which is cooled into vibrant shards

like glass before being crushed to the powdery substance that is bagged for distribution.

As the company continues to evolve, it seeks processes to make its products and production methods safer and more environmentally friendly. According to research chemist William Storms-Miller, with DayGlo since 2021, this could include finding ways to move away from solvent-borne coatings to water-borne compounds, in order to eliminate the use of volatile organic compounds.

“The push within the industry is in How can we get rid of the use of solvent? and How can we push toward more bio-derived content? as we accept that peak oil will happen and the petro-chemical industry is going to change,” says Storms-Miller. “How can the paint industry react to that proactively?”

Market Musings

Stephanie Sheldon’s Cleveland Flea was a cultural force — until it fell apart. With her new consulting venture, she hopes to help other small businesses thrive.

There are two versions of what happened to the Cleveland Flea, the beloved open-air markets that proliferated in the 2010s and sold fancy lemonades, handmade goods and vintage clothes. Founder Stephanie Sheldon says the business got too big too fast, and after seven years of exhaustion and abuse she was left feeling “undone” and had to take a break. The Internet says she was a “grifter” who had poor customer relations skills, got greedy, drove the Flea into the ground and absconded to Turkey with $100,000 in federal pandemic loans.

Sheldon did go to Turkey, but she is back living in Chicago now, no extradition needed. She’s working on slowly launching a new startup, called the Slow Startup. I caught up with her via Zoom to find out what happened with the Flea and learn about her new business. I tell her I’m going to record, and she asks me to send her a copy.

“I feel like I’ll say a lot of cool things,” she says.

Slow Startup is her response to what she found to be a very “dehumanizing experience” running the Cleveland Flea. She initially thought the Flea would attract a few thousand shoppers, but it quickly ballooned to an estimated

“I know things were a little controversial at the end, but to me, the Flea was such a huge part of Cleveland. Summer in Cleveland is not the same without the Flea.”

— ANNE HARRILL, OWNER OF OCEANNE

10,000 visitors.

The events, which began in 2013, helped launch many of the city’s most successful entrepreneurs, including Fount, Oceanne, Brewnuts and Mason’s Creamery. Sheldon watched these businesses flourish while others floundered. She wanted to understand why some made it but others didn’t. She also saw the toll the startup grind took on her vendors and herself.

Slow Startup is about “knowing your capacity” she says, “not oppressing

your body” and “nurturing your business so that it can be something of value to the world.” She tells me that most entrepreneurs spend much of their time suffering and that “business needs to be joyful and not this heavy burden all the time.” Consulting about 20 clients, she also plans to launch group sessions, retreats abroad, a book and maybe a Flea reunion.

Sheldon says she learned a lot running the Flea, spending sleepless nights working on events where disgruntled customers and vendors would take their frustrations out on her.

“I never got to be a human in my business,” she says. “That was unfair,

but I sorta did it to myself. I allowed it.”

In December 2019, she announced that the Flea was taking a year-long hiatus. The following month, she posted on Facebook asking for feedback on what folks would like to see at Flea events when they eventually return.

Asking the Internet for feedback is like asking a child if they like the dinner you made them. You might not like what they have to say. The page has been deleted, only a few screenshots remain of some of Sheldon’s salty responses. In one post, Sheldon wrote: “Not looking for your business criticism, friend. Looking for what you want to eat, drink, see, experience. Keep your comments to that.” In another she tells commenters, “You’re NOT our boss. You are our co-collaborators, and your job is to buy stuff and support your local businesses (including us).”

Sheldon got offended, and the people she responded to got offended, and in the end someone called BuzzFeed News, where an anonymous vendor told the outlet Sheldon (who identifies as “very progressive”) reminds them of “people like Trump.”

After seven years, the Cleveland Flea had tripled its employee base. Vendor fees, however, grew fast, too.

“It’s not that I don’t accept criticism from people who love me, but I don’t accept criticism from people who hate me,” Sheldon says of the incident. “That’s different. That’s what was filling those comments, people who were like, ‘This is my chance to be shitty person,’ and I’m just unavailable for that.”

I tried to get in touch with former members of “Team Flea.” Nobody wanted to go on the record. Multiple people said I should talk to Liz Painter, now of City Goods, including Sheldon who introduced us via email, but Painter politely declined to comment. One former Flea vendor declined to comment as they “wouldn’t have anything positive to contribute” and even asked that their company’s name not be included in any articles about Sheldon or her new business. But others would love to see the Flea return.

“I know things were a little controversial, but to me, the Flea was such a huge part of Cleveland,” Oceanne owner and creative director Anne Harrill tells me sitting on a sofa in her sunny Detroit Avenue shop. “Summer without the Flea is not Cleveland anymore.”

Oceanne’s dainty gold jewelry was a persistent presence at Flea events, and Harrill credits the markets with her success. She believes the social media backlash to Sheldon got out of control.

“You did not have to call freaking BuzzFeed,” she says. “This is not news. Somebody decided to shut down something and kind of make a fool of herself. That happens daily. I hope that if one day I make the wrong decision, people

aren’t going to throw rocks at me.”

Harrill says vendor fees had increased from $75 at the beginning of the Flea to about $600 at the end, pricing a lot of smaller businesses out. Customers were also grumbling about rising entrance fees.

Sheldon says rates were “directly related to how much it cost to run the thing. It was not related to how much I wanted to get paid.”

Harrill also had concerns about “invading” urban neighborhoods where many local vendors could not afford to participate. Nonetheless, it provided stability and a steady source of income for many small businesses, and Sheldon had a “great eye, a great aesthetic.” Plus, Harrill says, they were fun.

come in and tell them they first got hooked on Brewnuts at a Flea event.

While Oceanne, Brewnuts and others have done well, Sheldon says she left the Flea broke. She took out two Paycheck Protection Program loans totaling about $100,000. The PPP loan program has been criticized for doling out billions in unnecessary loans, but Sheldon says that the business was still operational despite taking a break and that she used those funds to cover her remaining business expenses, including rent on two large spaces, her salary and the salary of two employees. Records show that both of Sheldon’s loans have been forgiven by the government.

Brewnuts co-owner Shelley Pippin calls those peak Flea years a “magical moment” and says the markets were part of a Cleveland renaissance that also saw many urban neighborhoods revitalized.

“We realized what an awesome opportunity that was for us. I don’t think I ever felt the need to try to ask for it to be something more or different,” she says. “Some vendors had bad experiences or had gripes that have come out, but that was not my experience.”

She says they still have customers

“I never got to be a human in my business. That was unfair, but I sorta did it to myself. I allowed it.”

— STEPHANIE SHELDON, FOUNDER OF CLEVELAND FLEA AND SLOW STARTUP

During the pandemic, she posted about missing the Flea and brainstorming ideas for pandemic-friendly alternatives, but they didn’t materialize. Around the same time, she says a major deal for a pop-up at a local lifestyle complex fell through, and she took a big financial hit.

The Flea may be gone for good, but a new “Cleveland Market” was recently announced on Instagram to be held on Aug. 3 in Tyler Village, a former Flea spot. The page even features pictures from an old Flea event, but Sheldon says she’s not involved in any way.

“I have thoughts, but mainly they’re about how I’m happy for vendors to have any opportunities to further their small businesses,” Sheldon says.

She’s focusing on the Slow Startup, hoping that will be a more positive entrepreneurial experience. Most of her clients are from Cleveland, and she hasn’t ruled out moving back one day.

“Cleveland is like my heart,” she says. “Cleveland had me. They were lucky to have me. I was so lucky to have them. That’s what I believe is true.”

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CLEVELAND IS HOME to several terrific ice cream shops. On a hot summer night, it’s easy to hop in the car and, within 15 minutes, be taking your first bite of delightful ice cream. One iconic Cleveland ice cream shop, Honey Hut, turns 50 years old this year. The family business was started in 1974 and is still going strong with four locations in Greater Cleveland, including the original on State Road in Cleveland’s Old Brooklyn neighborhood. Kevin Page, a third-generation employee, is one of several family members to work at Honey Hut, including his grandfather and his dad. “Obviously the world has changed, culture has changed and everything, but still the heart of it is giving the best quality ice cream,” Page says. “I think we try to do the best quality ice cream the lowest cost that we can.”

STAYING HOME

Dining expert Douglas Trattner breaks down Rocky River’s Westsiders and more food news you need to know this month.

IN EARLY JULY, Jack Messer and Constantine Katsaros opened Westsiders in Rocky River.

The pair, who also operate Landmark Smokehouse on the Cleveland-Lakewood border, renovated the former Bomba Tacos property on Detroit Road into a polished, attractive and comfortable restaurant with countless custom touches. The goal is to bring some of the Downtown dining and drinking experience to the western suburbs, they say.

“Everybody is always heading to West 25th [Street] — even when they’re local to this area,” Katsaros explains. “What can we do here so you don’t have to go all the way Downtown to get that vibe and have that experience?”

Chef Chris Suntala oversees a menu that is elevated but not stuffy, featuring creative starters, made-from-scratch pastas and appealing mains. To drink, there are local beers, affordable cocktails and wines by the glass and bottle.

“We’re not fine dining. We’re modern premium,” explains Messer. “We just want to be in this space that’s elevated but not pretentious.”

Juneberry Table in Ohio City Launches Dinner Service. After two years of serving breakfast and brunch, Karen Small has launched dinner service at Juneberry Table in Ohio City. To start, the dinners can be enjoyed on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. In addition to “breakfast for dinner” plates, there are wine-friendly snacks, hearty supper plates and a diner burger with chips or

Scorpacciata Pasta Co. Now Open on Larchmere. Peter Reuter launched Scorpacciata Pasta Co. in the Market Hall at Van Aken District in 2018. A couple of years later he added Scorpacciata Pizza. Both businesses thrived until late 2023, when Reuter closed them to focus on his new brick and mortar, Scorpacciata Pasta Co., which recently opened in the former Larchmere Tavern space by Shaker Square. Like those two quickserve eateries, the full-service restaurant offers stellar pizza and pasta — both made from scratch — but also a broader menu with snacks, appetizers, salads and a full bar. scorpacciata pastaco.com

Boom’s Pizza Now Open at Van Aken District. In June, partners Ben Bebenroth and Jonathan Bennett opened the doors to Boom’s Pizza at Van Aken District. The splashy new restaurant joins the nearly two-year-old original in Lakewood. Located in the former home of Michael’s Genuine, the colorful, casual and attractive space offers the same great mix of salads, snacks and pizza but does so in a larger space with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. boomspizza.com

Cleveland Bagel Cafe Now Open in Lakewood. First announced in 2021, the Lakewood location of Cleveland Bagel finally is a reality. Technically, this is Cleveland Bagel Cafe, which features the same great bagels alongside a larger menu of coffee, sandwiches and housebaked pastries. clebagelco.com

For more food news, visit clevelandmagazine.com/food-drink

BY DOUGLAS TRATTNER

WORD OF MOUTH

CORY HAJDE

CO-OWNER, MAHALL’S AND CLOAK & DAGGER

Cory Hajde is everywhere. Specializing in venue and concert management, Hajde is currently working on opening a new, members-only bar, The Writer’s Room, which will be an extension of Cloak & Dagger —CHRISTINA RUFO

FAVORITE PLACE TO TAKE FRIENDS AND FAMILY It’s a toss-up between Momocho and Amba. I just think the ambiance in both places is so good, but I feel like the food itself is comparable to what you would find in great culinary cities. And it really helps Cleveland shine a little bit more.

LIVE MUSIC I love going to Jacob’s Pavilion for concerts, at least in the spring, summer and fall. But I’d say my other favorite is the Beachland [Ballroom & Tavern]. I have a lot of nostalgia because I grew up around that neighborhood. They have really good bar food, like a double-decker grilled cheese. It’s really great.

LATE NIGHT BITES There are not a lot of places that are open past 10 p.m. anymore. But I would say if I’m at Mahall’s, I go to Mars Bar all the time, just because it’s open until 1 o’clock in the morning. They have a burger with Doritos on it. If I’m leaving Cloak [& Dagger], Prosperity Social Club is also open late. They have a classic drink that they used to have on their menu before it changed, called a Rust Belt Shandy. But they still make it.

TATTOOS The last person I went to was actually in Lakewood, at Lakewood Electric: Lauren Vandevier. I got a full sleeve on my right arm; it was great. There’s a tattoo shop by my house that’s good, too, Grim Heart Tattoo, in Gordon Square.

“HOT (DOG) TO GO!”

At Glizzys, new flavors enter Cleveland’s classic hot dog cart scene.

IF IT’S UNCLEAR from the dancing weenie mascot or the food cart’s colorful signage, Glizzys isn’t standard Cleveland carnivore fare. On the corner of Elite Smoke Shop’s unassuming asphalt parking lot in the city’s Bellaire-Puritas neighborhood, Rudy Kovach and Laurisa Raimondo serve some of the tastiest, most over-the-top frank creations in Northeast Ohio.

“I used to have dogs from the hot dog man over on Lorain,” says Kovach, emptying a case of wieners into the cart's steamer. He’s wearing a Cleveland Guardians hat that’s sun-faded into a washed-out brown instead of blue. “You could only get mustard and ketchup. So I wanted to have more options.”

More options for sure. A few loaded creations appear on a curated menu of unconventional flavors. The Flamin' Hot elote glizzy ($7) is topped with Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, bacon crumbles, cilantro, corn, mayonnaise and chili powder. Dougie’s baconwrapped glizzy ($7) brings the heat, with diced jalapeno and a secret Sriracha-boosted Glizzys sauce. The “B.Y.O.G.” (Build Your Own Glizzy, $6) is stacked with cheese, sauerkraut, chili, bacon crumbles, onions, barbecue sauce and other condiments.

All this from one tiny restaurant on wheels.

Three hours before arriving at the lot, Kovach makes his daily ingredient pickup run, while Raimondo, his fiancee, cuts vegetables and sorts sauces and toppings. Then, they head out to

set up shop. On a windy, drizzly spring morning, they unload the cart from the back of their SUV.

They’ve got it down to an art. They sweep away puddles on the ground, tie their garbage can to the fence, boil water in the cart’s reservoir, hang up their chip selections and put out their menu. Six minutes later, the final piece, the Glizzys umbrella, pops open.

A couple of early-bird customers arrive; Kovach tells them to wait while the hot dogs cook. They form a line. Minutes tick by. It’s windy and cold. Still, the line grows longer.

Business is going well.

That’s a relief for Kovach, who lost his former construction business, Altruistic Painting, during the 2020 pandemic. As renovation jobs dried

up and the couple’s funds dwindled, Kovach found inspiration for his next venture through video games: specifically, a “glizzy” hot dog character skin on Fortnite

Buying a cart outright would have been too expensive, so Kovach used his construction skills to build his own. He set up in the backyard of his father’s Bellaire-Puritas house and pieced together the modular metal box.

After finally applying for permit applications to get the cart in operation, Kovach experienced another tragedy when he lost his father.

“The week that he passed away is the week we got denied all our locations,” Kovach says. “I took two months from life off. Then, we moved in his house, and then I got back to it.”

DIP IN TO CLE’S HOT DOG CART SCENE

GEORGE TSAMBOUNIERIS, TSAMBOUNIERIS BROS FOOD CART

Location: Prospect and East Ninth Street

After the break, Kovach and Raimondo pursued Glizzys again, and with the help of neighborhood watch members, got permits approved to be stationed in their own community. Since then, they’ve given back with promotions like punch cards, free hot dog days and a PlayStation raffle.

It’s a modern business; it's even listed on food delivery platforms. “We’re the only hot dog cart on DoorDash,” Raimondo says with a laugh.

This fresh face to the classic hot dog

cart game in Cleveland is, not surprisingly, soon expanding. Kovach built a second Glizzys cart, complete with the same weenie-shaped logo on the front, and is actively seeking a location for it. He plans to open a food truck and brick-and-mortar store. (“That is not 100% yet, but it will be before winter, I’ll tell you that,” Kovach says. “I’m not standing outside in the winter again.”)

Like their elote dogs or baconwrapped franks, expect their future restaurant to be something new, different and full of flavor.

“We want it to be an experience,” Raimondo says. “We don’t want a regular restaurant where you walk in, you get your food and you leave. We want it to be something to remember.”

Tsambounieris took over the business from his dad after he retired about 20 years ago. His cart serves hot dogs, hamburgers, Polish boys, gyros and more.

“I make a living. I mean, you’re not gonna become a millionaire. It ain’t gonna happen. Just make a living to get by, pay your bills a little bit at a time, the ones you can afford to pay. That’s it. It’s a living.”

GEORGE ABATE, JOHN’S HOT DOGS

Location: Outside of Tower City

For 25 years, John’s Hot Dogs has been running with blue-and-yellow umbrellas in Cleveland. George Abate has worked at a stand outside of Tower City for the past two years.

“I’m here all the time. They see you out here in the morning, and you’re in their mind for lunch. It’s sort of like you’re trusted with their lunch plans, even though you may not be aware of it."

The Spicy Fiesta Elote Glizzy features toppings like pico de gallo, diced jalapenos, bacon crumbles and hot Cheetos dust.

Dining Guide

CLEVELAND’S BEST BREWERIES

AVON BREWING CO.

WHY WE LOVE IT: This brewpub is owned by general manager Ken Weaver, executive chef Brian Weaver and brewmaster Mathias Hauck, — a father, son and son-in-law team. Enjoy locally-sourced American fare on a relaxing waterside patio in the French Creek district, and sip on one of 22 craft beers or seven beerand winetails — cocktails that incorporate brews and wines. TRY THIS: Chef Weaver recommends the sachetti ($24), cheese-stuffed pasta in a white truffle sauce, finished with Parmesan and fig vincotto. For dessert, grab a King Kokonut ($7), an imperial coconut porter with a smooth, malty flavor. 37040 Detroit Road, Avon, 440-937-1816, avonbrewingcompany.com

BOOKHOUSE BREWING

WHY WE LOVE IT: German immigrants Jacob and Magdalena, whose son Herman eventually became a Cleveland mayor, brewed beer in this building from 1866 to 1901 before Cleveland & Sandusky Brewing Co. took it over. Today, that tradition continues in an English-style microbrewery and tasting room designed for the headier and calmer drinking crowd, complete with bookshelves, board games and weekly trivia nights. TRY THIS: Grab a Double Whoops! Juicy IPA ($8), a unique doubled-up imperial, featuring a new public hop variety with aromas of mango, pineapple and fruit salad. 1526 W. 25th St., Cleveland, 216-862-4048, bookhouse.beer

THE BOTTLEHOUSE

BREWERY

& MEAD HALL

WHY WE LOVE IT: Two distinct tasting rooms offer picnic table seating and an impressive list of meads, sours, ciders and beers. The Lakewood location looks straight out of the Middle Ages, while the Cleveland Heights experience is more modern with board games and cornhole. TRY THIS: Cacao Jumped Over the Moon is a dark ale that persists of bitter chocolate, oak, whiskey and cherry. 2050 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights; 13368 Madison Ave., Lakewood; 216-214-2120, bottlehouse.co

THE BREW KETTLE STRONGSVILLE & TOPGOLF SWING SUITES

WHY WE LOVE IT: If drinking isn’t enough, try your hand at brewing your own suds at this locale with eight different brewing stations ($140-$200), an experience exclusive to the Strongsville location. Along with far-ranging activities like Topgolf Swing Suites for golf, hockey shots and baseball pitching, the brewery is home to smokehouse meats and more than 30 beers, including the White Rajah ($5.25). TRY THIS: The top seller is the smoke house wings ($14), four massive wings (leg included), with BBQ, Buffalo, Korean or jerk BBQ sauce. 8377 Pearl Road, Strongsville, 440-239-8788, thebrewkettle.com

BRICK AND BARREL

WHY WE LOVE IT: A charming, ramshackle interior gives way to a simplistic patio offering great views of the Columbus Road Bridge and Rivergate Park. TRY THIS: Mason’s Imperial Pretzel Porter is a dark, 8.6% ABV beer made from seven different malts and finished with crushed pretzels. 1844 Columbus Road, Cleveland, 216-331-3308, facebook.com/brickandbarrel

BUTCHER & THE BREWER

WHY WE LOVE IT: Treasure lies at the bottom of the grand staircase of this 100-year-old former department store on East Fourth Street, in the form of a 10-barrel brewing system that has churned out more than 60 different single-batch brews. Designed to trick haters into loving stouts, the blonde Albino Stout ($7) is the classic here. TRY THIS: Three lollipop-style all-beef corn dogs ($12) on a stick come ready to devour with “beerjanaise,” house-made spicy ketchup. 2043 E. Fourth St., Cleveland, 216-331-0805, butcherandthebrewer.com

COLLISION BEND BREWING CO.

WHY WE LOVE IT: It’s tough to beat a Lake Erie Sunset — Collision Bend’s blood orange wheat beer ($10.99) — on the riverfront. The 200-seat microbrewery in the Flats also offers a great selection of wood-burning pizzas and American fare from land and sea. TRY THIS: With a menu full of brewery staples, those in the know start out with the Bavarian everything pretzel ($15) with IPA mustard and beer cheese. 1250 Old River Road, Cleveland, 216-273-7879; 1261 Babbitt Road, Euclid, 216-505 6080, collisionbendbrewery.com

FAT HEAD’S BREWERY

WHY WE LOVE IT: There are few things from Pittsburgh that Clevelanders love, and Fat Head’s is one of them. Since opening in North Olmsted in 2009, beers like Bumble Berry, Goggle Fogger and Head Hunter have become household names — and won a keg-ful of gold and silver at the World Beer Cup and the Great American Beer Festival. TRY THIS: The Beauty and the Beasty ($14) “headwich,” “a sandwich the size of your head,” is filled with house-smoked pulled pork, Beasty BBQ, pickles, onions and slaw, and served with fries. Various locations, fatheads.com

FOREST CITY BREWERY

WHY WE LOVE IT: This warehouse with a woodsy beer garden has a history that goes back even longer than the century-old trees that cover it. Keeping with the tradition of the

tavern and gathering place it was in the late 1800s, the Duck Island venue frequently hosts events, especially live music. TRY THIS: There’s nothing more Cleveland than the house cabbage and noodles ($10) in leek oil paired with an Opening Day American IPA ($7). 2135 Columbus Road, Cleveland, 216-228-9116 forestcitybrewery.com

GOLDHORN BREWERY

WHY WE LOVE IT: Owner Rick Semersky’s 22,000 square-foot brewery is named after an immortal mountain goat in Slovenian folklore. “With the name, he wanted to do a tribute to the neighborhood’s [Eastern European] history,” manager Chris Bassitt says. TRY THIS: The house-made hot sauce on the Hot Chicken Sandwich ($13) bucks tradition by adding smoke to spice. Tame the heat with a Polka City Pilsner ($6), brewed with Slovenian hops. “We lean into the classics,” says Bassit. 1361 E. 55th St., Cleveland, 216-2737001, goldhornbrewery.com

GREAT

LAKES

BREWING CO.

WHY WE LOVE IT: There’s nothing more iconic than Dortmunder Gold Lager ($6) or Christmas Ale ($7), a genre the brewery basically invented. The Ohio City brewpub, which features a nearly 150-year-old German beer cellar, is the first modern microbrewery in the state. Eco-friendly practices and an employee-owned stock program also make the spot shine. TRY THIS: Share the sausage sampler ($18), a spread of sausages from Ohio City Provisions and Czuchraj Meats, sauerkraut, sauteed onions and pickles, served with mustard. 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland, 216-771-4404, greatlakesbrewing.com

CROOKED PECKER BREWING CO.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Owned by a family of four (parents Scott and Karen with adult children, Erik and Heather), hyper-local beers on draft and a rotating food truck round out the menu in this industrial-style taproom. The relaxed beer garden creates a storybook setting in Chagrin Falls. TRY THIS: The Accidental Anderson ($7) is the brewery’s most popular IPA, offering creamy and citrusy notes with a hazy New England style. 8284 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls, 440-384-3452 crookedpeckerbrewing.com

Great Lakes Brewing Co.

GHOST TREE BREWING CO.

WHY WE LOVE IT: The long bar and hightops in this small brewery in downtown Amherst just make sense when you’re taking advantage of the frequent game day specials, like the the Mama Mia personal pizza with meatballs and a signature cheese blend. TRY THIS: Ghostberry Blonde is a light, crisp 5.7% ale with flavors of natural blackberry. 223 Church St., Amherst, 440-984-3103, ghosttreebrewing.com

HANSA BREWERY

WHY WE LOVE IT: Straight out of an old-fashioned German village, an ornate iron gate welcomes you to a brewery decorated with murals and flags. The long bar’s many German taps are perfect for building a flight with its lineup of craft beers like the Black Flag Schwarzbier ($6), a dark brown German lager with notes of caramel and toffee, or J.U.G. Weiss Bier ($6), a banana clove-hinted hefeweizen. TRY THIS: The original wiener pork or turkey wiener schnitzel ($18.50), served with house vegetables and a choice of home fried potatoes, fries or spaetzle, is a musttry. 2717 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, 216-631-6585, hansabrewery.com

NOBLE BEAST BREWING CO.

PULPO BEER CO.

WHY WE LOVE IT: The flagship brewery just outside Downtown Willoughby offers Latin bites from sister restaurants Barocco and Hola Tacos, while the Crocker Park tasting room has a themed interior with an octopus (or pulpo, in Spanish) chandelier and a streetside patio. TRY THIS: Tropical Thunder, 6.7%. This Pina Colada IPA contains a mix of vanilla beans, coconut flakes and pineapple. 13941 Erie St., Willoughby, 440-527-8125; 20 Main St., Westlake, 440-772-4013, pulpobeerco.com

IMMIGRANT SON BREWERY

WHY WE LOVE IT: Chef Jeff Motika's culinary team creates a globally-inspired menu that pairs wonderfully with the craft beers. “Our beers and food vary from traditional to exotic, that brings Old World and new world together,” says owner Andrew Revy, whose brewery is an homage to his immigrant parents. “The secret of our fantastic brunch is starting to get out, too.”

TRY THIS: Revy says the chicken paprikash ($24) — crafted with house-made celeriac spaeztle and organic airline chicken, and accented with jus, creme fraiche and pea tendrils — is as good as his grandmother’s. 18120 Sloane Ave., Lakewood, 216-600-4483, immigrantsonbrewing.com

THE JOLLY SCHOLAR

BREWING CO.

WHY WE LOVE IT: You never know who you might meet at Cleveland’s only brewery on a college campus. “We serve a wide range of people from the college population, as well as the doctors and nurses,” says director of operations Levi Hume. “It’s a community here.” Case Western Reserve University students have even been able to sign up for popular fermentation and beer-making classes at the brewery.

TRY THIS: Kick back with Henry’s Law ($4.99), a tropical wheat IPA, or graduate to a Thick Viscious scotch ale ($4.99) with notes of caramel and dried fruit. 11111 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-368-0090, thejollyscholar.com

MARKET GARDEN BREWERY

WHY WE LOVE IT: In the heart of West 25th Street’s restaurant district, Sam McNulty and Mark Premier’s venture stands out for its three bars, lush beer garden and a 35,000 square-foot production brewery, open for tours and stocked with merch.

TRY THIS: The refreshing Lemon Shandy ($6) makes for an easy summer selection. 1947 W. 25th St., Cleveland, 216-621-4000, marketgardenbrewery.com

MASTHEAD BREWING CO.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Grab a picnic table inside this industrial beer hall with high ceilings and a garage door patio. With selections like the Paradise ($6) fruited IPA or Oni Giri ($6) Japanese lager, the IPA-focused menu is almost outdone by the wood-fired pizzas — almost. TRY THIS: The pistachio pesto pizza ($14) combines fresh mozzarella, parmesan and cherry tomatoes with basil pesto, pistachios and marinated chicken on a 12-inch pie. 1261 Superior Ave., Cleveland, 216-206-6176, mastheadbrewingco.com

WHY WE LOVE IT: A vintage Honda motorcycle and live greenery elevate this East Side brewery. Sit amongst barrels for a gastropub menu that incorporates spent grains from the beer. TRY THIS: Order the Reggae Shark ($6), a light brew with hints of mango and pineapple, or a WDRWDR Barleywine ($12), crafted with a blend of five foudre-aged barleywines. 1470 Lakeside Ave., Cleveland, 216-417-8588, noblebeastbeer.com

MIDNIGHT OWL BREWING CO.

WHY WE LOVE IT: Husband-wife duo Joel Warger, who has 20 years of craft beer experience, and Rosemary Mudry, who has a strong background in community development, have worked hard to build a neighborhood gathering spot. Classic interpretations of American and European beers get a twist with non-traditional ingredients like coffee and fruit undergoing a barrelaging process. TRY THIS: A housemade empanada menu, inspired by the couple’s Argentinean background, sets the brewery’s food apart. “Food is a distinguishing factor where people choose to go,” says Warger. 20312 Chagrin Blvd., Shaker Heights, 216-417-3334, midnightowlbrewingcompany.com

NANO BREW CLEVELAND

WHY WE LOVE IT: Another Sam McNulty and Mark Premier joint, the skinny nanobrewery is the place to go for a rotating list of experimental beers or late-night burgers. The lush and lively multistory patio and beer garden offer treehouse vibes, while bike racks outside make the venue friendly to cyclists. TRY THIS: The Acid Trip ($14) burger’s cabbage, vinegar slaw, balsamic reduction, pickled red onion and spicy mayo take your taste buds on a cosmic journey of sour and spice. 1859 W. 25th St., Cleveland, 216-862-6631, nanobrewcleveland.com

ROCKY RIVER BREWING CO.

WHY WE LOVE IT: This woodsy, familyfriendly West Side watering hole has been serving up burgers, pizzas, pasta and sandwiches alongside award-winning brews for more than 25 years. TRY THIS: The Pirate Light Kolsch ($5.50) from brewmaster Steve Kessler is a Bavarian-style kolsch named after the city school’s mascot. 21290 Center Ridge Road, Rocky River, 440-895-2739, rockyriverbrewco.com

SAUCY BREW WORKS

WHY WE LOVE IT: When the craving for New Haven pizza and libations hits, stop by this modern brewery. Don’t miss the dog-friendly all-weather patio at the Hingetown brewery or the cafe vibes of the Cali-inspired East Side pub and coffee shop at Pinecrest. TRY THIS: A top-tier pick when it comes to Saucy’s award-winning pizza is the Bees Knees ($15+), topped with saucy red sauce, mozzarella, honey, spicy capicola and red pepper flakes. Various locations, saucybrewworks.com

SCHNITZ ALE BREWERY

WHY WE LOVE IT: Nearly 20 years after opening Das Schnitzel Haus in Parma in 2005, the same family unveiled its 9,500 square-foot two-story modern restaurant and brewery with an ornate wrought iron staircase and authentic menu of European dishes and brews. “We immigrated in 1999,” says owner Igor Djurin. “Our beer is very German inspired.” TRY THIS: Pair with a refreshing Schnitz classic ($6) kolsch with the sausage platter ($18), which features two “haus” made German sausages, drunken cannellini beans, kale crisps and balsamic-dijon aioli. 5729 Pearl Road, Cleveland, 440-340-4353, schnitzalebrewery.com

TERRESTRIAL BREWING CO.

SIBLING REVELRY BREWING

WHY WE LOVE IT: Opening the garage doors of this decent-sized industrial brewpub to a massive outdoor patio creates a spacious all-weather experience near Crocker Park. TRY THIS: Coffee Red ($7) is a red ale with a sweet finish thanks to coffee and caramel. 29305 Clemens Road, Westlake, 440-471-8589, siblingrevelrybrewing.com

SOUTHERN TIER BREWERY CLEVELAND

WHY WE LOVE IT: New-York based Southern Tier Brewing Co.’s Cleveland taproom arrived in Cleveland’s Gateway District in 2018 rocking 30-plus taps and its own production facility, which includes a state-of-the-art Germandesigned brewing system. With favorites like the Pumpking Imperial Ale ($7) on draft and foodie-favorite bar staples, including pizza made with dough using Nu Skool IPA, the industrial chic two-floor space makes for a convenient pre-game hangout. TRY THIS: The shareable smoked wings ($15) with 2X IPA BBQ sauce are a flavorful pick, served with fries. 811 Prospect Ave. E., Cleveland, 440-484-4045, stbcbeer.com

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WHY WE LOVE IT: Located in the Battery Park neighborhood, this establishment has a laid-back feel with great views of Lake Erie. There’s space for parties of all sizes, and dogs are welcomed both inside and outside. TRY THIS: Daphne ($6.50) is a crisp ale brewed from fresh honey and ginger. 7524 Father Frascati, Cleveland, 216-4659999, terrestrialbrewing.com

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JULIA LOMBARDO

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JULIA SOEDER JAKUB

TO BE BLUNT:

Mary Jane is Cleveland’s newest superstar, and she isn’t going away. Issue 2 passed in Ohio and legalized the recreational use of marijuana, meaning that dispensaries, cafes and home cooking are all about to look very different.

Gummies, vape pens, tinctures and flowers will soon find the public eye as dispensaries begin recreational sales. Edibles and “cannabutter” recipes will find their way into homes, and cafes will find a new mix-in — infusing coffee, tea and cocoa with Mary Jane’s special touch. As Cleveland prepares to ride this new wave, we’ve got the gear to get you started.

Grape krush, mellow mint, orange dreamsicle and pineapple cake — these aren’t the newest Mitchell’s Ice Cream flavors but rather the four options available for UBGOOD’s “Give Yourself a Break” gummy. As the name suggests, the purpose of the gummy is to help ease anxiety and relax the consumer. An Ohio-based cannabis brand, UBGOOD is run by a husband-and-wife team and found at medical dispensaries across the state. They offer gummies and other cannabis product collections based on activity levels, ranging from low to high. // $20, Various Locations, ub-good.com

Every cannabis journey should start with a good flower, and The Botanist’s Sativa bud with hints of apricot and grape keeps you energized for the duration of your trip. Once ground, the flower is ready to roll, vape or bake. // $10 per gram, 30133 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe and 3865 Lakeside Ave. E., Cleveland, explorebotanist.com

VAP E PE N

An oil-based cannabis product, and one of the oldest forms of cannabis consumption, tinctures give the satisfaction of marijuana in quick droplets, safe for sublingual administration or mixing into foods and drinks. This THC tincture, available at Amplify Dispensary for medical sales, delivers sensations of calmness and promotes concentration using MCT oil, derived from coconut and palm oil, with an aroma that doesn’t linger or overpower. // $40, 1782 Coventry Road, Cleveland Heights; 22803 Rockside Road, Bedford, amplifydispensary.com

Easy-to-use and inconspicuous, vape pens, also known as dab pens, are perfect for on-thego consumption. Filled with a cannabis concentrate, the vaporizer’s usability, smooth pull and yummy flavors are refashioning how cannabis is consumed and viewed. Made by RYTHM Cannabis, the Gorilla Biscuit indica vape pen is available at Ohio-based Terrasana. // $25, 10500 Antenucci Blvd., Suite 200, Garfield Heights, terrasanacannabisco.com

THE GAS STATION

Near the Clark-Fulton neighborhood, The Gas Station is one of the few cafes in Cleveland offering cannabis-infused products with a space for customers to enjoy them in-house. Since opening in October 2022, business has been on a steady incline.

“I can’t say we’ve seen an uptick as a direct result of the recent changes, but we look forward to seeing what a truly cannabis-friendly Cleveland will look like,” says owners Nikko and Tyree.

Popular products include handcrafted brownies and the “Good Morning Griselda” tea, flavored with ginger, peach, passion fruit and guava. Adults older than 21 can enjoy these products at The Garage, an adjacent social lounge stocked with games and art supplies. As a controlled substance, cannabis is illegal for public consumption at establishments with a liquor permit. Since The Garage is considered a private club, it’s a safe space to use cannabis. // gasstationonline.com

EAT YOUR GREENS

Cordelia pastry chef Ryan Boone says, “Cooking with cannabis is a fun way for people who don’t see themselves as a traditional cannabis user to have that experience” — and it’s easier than you’d think. A canna-chef in his own time, Boone shares how to make the dopest “cannabutter” for edibles.

Decarb your weed: Set your oven between 220-240 degrees, and let the flower bake for 30-40 minutes. Boone recommends using a thermometer to maintain this temperature, as overheating the cannabis can burn off the psychoactive compounds, and not heating it enough can make them ineffective.

Weigh and grind your flower: Weigh your dosage by multiplying the THC percentage by 10 to gauge the potency. Then, grind the desired amount of cannabis.

Add to your butter and simmer: Prepare your butter in a pan, and add the cannabis. Simmer over low heat for four hours, and stir occasionally. Boone suggests adding water to the mixture to prevent burning.

Strain, pan and store: Remove your butter from the heat and strain. Once it solidifies, separate the solids from the cooking water. Place in a refrigerator-safe container, and store at a cool temperature to keep it fresh for future use.

Chef’s tip: To avoid an oily dish, whip a dehydrated milk powder into the cannabutter once it softens to room temperature.

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WRITTEN BY Dillon Stewart PHOTOGRAPHED BY Kevin Kopanski

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Bernie Kosar is facing the FIGHT OF HIS LIFE with several interconnected health issues, including LIVER FAILURE, BRAIN TRAUMA and the early stages of PARKINSON’S DISEASE. Now, the hero of ‘80s Browns football wants to inspire his legions of fans to consider HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CHANGES.

The Chagrin Falls house we’re sitting outside is not his home. His home is a 38-acre wheat farm in Portage County with trails for four-wheelers and barns covered in solar panels and peace signs.

“I live high maintenance,” says Bernie. The famously low-maintenance celebrity immediately offers a laugh and a nah. “I need my space.”

How did he look to you?”

The hushed question comes whenever you mention that you have interviewed Bernie Kosar. Since the former Cleveland Browns quarterback’s playing days ended in 1996, fans have watched Kosar — perhaps the most beloved local sports figure of the past 40 years — deteriorate. He’s struggled with addiction, the collapse of his marriage and financial woes. Obvious cognitive decline, which he’s openly attributed to head injuries from his playing days, has left him marble-mouthed and, at times, publicly disoriented. Just this year, he’s embroiled in two lawsuits for businesses gone bad.

Yet, sitting on the patio of his Chagrin Falls house on a warm summer evening, Bernie seems sharp and sturdy. Wearing a brick-red dry-fit shirt and black basketball shorts, the 60-year-old’s hands wave as he talks. He pretends to drop back for a pass or line up under center as he tells stories of ’80s glory. His 6-foot5 frame towers over my 6 feet, 2 inches when he demonstrates how certain coaches would intimidate players. Sure, he rambles, but the empath is passionate about several causes, including the environment, the struggles of Appalachia, men’s mental health and, especially, holistic and natural remedies. If you give him time, he finds a point, often a convincing one.

This two-story structure is being converted into Bernie’s business residence. Inside, a Fat Head photo mural of a young No. 19 stretches across an entry-facing wall. Barrels of supplements sit on the floor and kitchen counters like a messy dorm room. Kosar is no longer the No. 19 in that photo. The mischievous smirk and glinting eyes remain, but pronounced laugh lines now frame the smile. Those famous black curls have fallen into neat, thinning brown-gray.

Bernie hands me a sampler of two pills called Addy. He sits on the board of the company, one of his few business ventures in the wellness space. The capsules contain a powder of raw coffee beans and two other botanical ingredients derived from Indian gooseberry. For years, Bernie was one of the more than 41 million people, as of 2021, who were prescribed Adderall. That number doesn’t include Vyvanse, Focalin or other prescription stimulants. Bernie’s high dose contributed to sleeping issues and anxiety. Addy claims its over-the-counter pills are designed to offer the same benefits, including focus and mental clarity, without the side effects.

Keeping track of all the doctors and researchers who have contributed to Bernie’s care is tough. But for the past few years, he’s worked closely with Dr. Michael Roizen, the emeritus chief wellness officer for the Cleveland Clinic and the founder of the hospital’s wellness institute, to build a personal health regimen. Roizen, whose resume includes co-authoring a book with TV’s Dr. Mehmet Oz and claiming people would soon be able to live to 160 years old, is a controversial figure. His philosophy revolves around lifestyle changes and — more recently — the potential powers of black coffee to detox and fight off inflammation and cognitive decline. This system has gone on to inspire a number of the products that Bernie is now hawking, including his Kosar Wellness line of vitamins, supplements and spray relief and Kosar Coffee, a $19 medium roast blend of arabica infused with resveratrol and vitamin D (both of which fight inflammation).

Bernie holds his hand parallel to the ground in front of me.

“Look,” he says. “No shake. Six weeks to two months ago, I would not have been cognitively present to sit here. I couldn’t have been here at 8 o’clock at night talking to you like this. I wouldn’t have remembered your name.”

Sitting here today, Bernie says he feels better than he has in years. Still, his health challenges remain more critical than ever.

Sometime between Thanksgiving and Christmas, University Hospitals hepatologist Dr. Anthony Post diagnosed him with cirrhosis of the liver, the third of four stages of liver disease. Post didn’t believe the Cleveland icon would make it through the year without a transplant. He was quickly placed on the liver transplant list and could be called to enter surgery any day.

Then, on Feb. 16, Bernie says an independent NFL doctor (meaning an expert that is not employed by the league) diagnosed him with Parkinson’s disease. Bernie’s personal doctors did not confirm this diagnosis to Cleveland Magazine, though they did point to symptoms associated with the early

stages of Parkinson’s, including tremors, depression, anxiety, insomnia, stiffness, and impaired cognition and memory. Bernie says he’s been prescribed a number of pills for Parkinson’s — but he’s elected to replace most of them with Addy and Roizen’s program.

Objectively, Bernie’s liver and mental state have vastly improved since February. While Bernie credits his program with Roizen, there is no way to know if the improvement has come from these products and lifestyle changes or if he’s simply on a momentary upswing. Still, even Post says his recovery has been unprecedented.

The experience has emboldened Bernie to double down on natural treatments, often in place of traditional medicine.

Despite what he believes, these natural remedies are not proven medicine. But the scientific process takes time — time many don’t have. When you’re out of options, you turn to a Hail Mary.

But is Bernie scared that it’s the wrong call?

“Well,” he says. “I’d rather be wrong and be happy than be heavily medicated and miserable.”

Bernie Kosar tastes blood as he lies on the frozen grass of Cleveland Municipal Stadium on Jan. 3, 1987. The New York Jets lead 20-10 in the fourth quarter of the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs. Dog bones and drunken boos rain down from the Dawg Pound.

The quarterback has just been drilled in the back of the head by New York Jets defensive lineman Mark Gastineau, whose pressure has made Kosar’s life hell all game long. Cornerback Carl Howard, flying past the offensive line on a blitz, delivered a second shot to Bernie’s chin.

Bernie runs his tongue across an aching molar, realizing it’s gone. It was stupid to not wear a mouth guard, he thinks, but it’s too hard to call plays in

those things. The quarterback sees stars — not for the first time today.

Earlier, a team doctor evaluated him for a concussion. “How many fingers am I holding up?” asks the doc. The test is rigged; everyone knows the number is always two.

“Once, before the doctor even held up his fingers, I said ‘two!’ He asked how I knew, and I said ‘I’m Nostradamus!’” he says. “I was out of it. Today, they would have taken you out of the game. That probably set off a domino effect of issues health-wise.”

He fumbles for the ammonia smelling salts he always keeps tucked in his pants and takes a huff. A rush of oxygen to the head. He gets back up.

In that moment, with four minutes left in the fourth quarter, staring down a first-round playoff loss for the second straight year, Bernie doesn’t know that he’s about to see

A fan poll once named Bernie Kosar the “most beloved” Browns player in franchise history.

Despite the late-game heroics of the 1987 playoff victory against the New York Jets being his watershed moment, Bernie believes the hits he sustained during that game set off a “domino effect” of health issues.

a yellow penalty flag fall to the ground, marking a roughing the passer call on Gastineau that would give the Browns new life. He has no idea that his career-high 489 passing yards would lead to a game-winning field goal; that the two overtime contest would go down in NFL lore as the “Marathon by the Lake;” or that his heroics would solidify his local legend status.

All Bernie knows is that he wants to die.

“When you’d come back to the sideline, the refs would [hold the first down markers upside down], and there was a big spear at the end,” he says today, standing up and tracing an imaginary measuring stick with his hands then imitating a dive. “I was so mad I tried to jump on it and impale myself because I literally wanted to die instead of have to go to the press conference because I felt like I had let everybody down.”

How could he not? The Youngstown boy grew up rooting for the Cleveland Browns. After a celebrated baseball and football career at Boardman High School, he became a Miami Hurricane, where a pass-heavy offense made him an NCAA National Champion and Orange Bowl MVP in 1983 and a finalist for the Heisman Trophy in 1984. He graduated early with a double major in finance and economics from the University of Miami School of Business.

Wanting to play for his hometown team, he deftly worked the system. After graduating early from the University of Miami School of Business with a double major in finance and economics, he opted for the supplemental draft, originally designed to create a pathway for those who faced ineligibility. Bernie’s early graduation opened a loophole that landed him in Cleveland. The Browns exchanged four picks over two years, including two first-rounders and a third-rounder, for the No. 1 pick in the supplemental draft.

Fame followed the Jets game: the “Bernie, Bernie” ballad, the covers of Sports Illustrated and a spread in GQ, the Ohio Edison commercial and the Converse ads. He was even on the freaking Wheaties box!

“For his friends,” reads a 1988 Cleveland Magazine feature by Jeff Hedrich called “The Reluctant Redeemer,” “going to a bar in the Flats with Kosar and hoping to be left alone is like lying out at Edgewater Beach with bread crumbs on your chest and expecting the gulls to respect your privacy.”

The self-described introvert — who comes off as a bit of a people pleaser — wasn’t comfortable in the spotlight. Friends and family describe the 20-something as shy and “skinny and geeky for a quarterback,” not the guy now being called on to, as the story puts it, be “the city’s salvation from its bum national image.”

“Who knows what some people see when they’re looking at me,” Bernie tells the magazine.

But in competition, however, he has always been comfortable.

“The one thing Bernie’s always known how to do perfectly,” Browns’ strength and conditioning coach Dave Redding tells Hedrich, “is beat you.”

Did that competitive nature combined with the pressure to win for his city push him past his limits and amplify that need to succeed?

“100%. I’m not sure that was healthy. Man, if I lose that (Jets) game …” he says, briefly trailing off. “Your whole dynamics of self-confidence and selfesteem and self-worth massively change. And once you do it at that level, you become a-whole-nother level of a person in terms of competence — at the expense of your health.”

Injuries plagued Bernie starting in 1988, as did opiates, the leaguewide trick to staying on the field.

On the night before a game, Browns staff would visit each player’s hotel room to make sure they were ready for bed and to hand them a cup of pills. These included sleeping pills, painkillers and, later, as the league began cracking down on opiates, “bricks of Xanax,” Bernie says.

Once Bernie retired from the league, the painkillers that once helped him fight through injuries evolved into a salve for insomnia, headaches, earringing and the pain he was experiencing — and a double-digit-a-day habit. During the next two decades, Bernie became as well as known for his slurred speech and erratic behavior as his on-the-field prowess. In 2006, divorce papers described addictions and bizarre behavior. In 2012, an interview with WKNR, the audio of which is no longer on the internet, made national news, described as “rambling and incoherent.” In 2013, he was charged with a DUI.

In 2012, just days after the sloppy interview, Dr. Rick Sponaugle contacted Bernie. Sponaugle, who runs Palm Beach’s Florida Detox and Wellness Institute, was known for controversial (and often vague) treatments for addiction and head trauma. A four-day trip to Florida preceded years of intravenous therapy with an undisclosed proprietary substance, which a former colleague of Sponaugle told The Plain Dealer could be a mix of vitamins, fish oil and other dietary supplements. In 2017, when he got clean, cannabis helped him overcome heavy withdrawals. These were some of Bernie’s first exploration of holistic treatment, but they would not be his last.

That year, former NFL linebacker Junior Seau, another of Sponaugle’s patients, committed suicide. The 45-year-old shot himself in the chest to preserve his brain, later confirmed to have CTE, for research. Seau is not alone among Bernie’s contemporaries. Dave Duerson, Jeff Alm, Rashaan Salaam, Charles Johnson and Greg Clark all experienced some combination of depression, anxiety, sleeplessness and addiction before taking their own lives. Others — including Marion Barber, Tony Siragusa, Shane Olivea, Phillip Adams, Demaryius Thomas and others — dropped dead from seizures, liver disease, strokes and addiction-related illnesses. More than 70 NFLers aged 50 or under have died since 2020.

At the time of Seau’s death, football’s connection to brain trauma and its connection to mental health issues weren’t as publicly known as they are today. But the long-term effects were well-known to Bernie. In all, he estimates that he’s had 40 surgeries, 80 broken bones, 100 concussions (diagnosed and undiagnosed) and 10 to 15 seizures.

There must be something about the Jets coming to town. On Dec. 28, 36 years after that doubleovertime victory, Joe Flacco has just solidified a 37-20 Week 16 win to clinch an unexpected playoff berth after a difficult 2023 season. But standing on the field, Bernie doesn’t feel like celebrating.

Sundays off the field have always been exhausting for Bernie, despite his love of the fans. Every groupie gets an autograph or a selfie. In luxury suites, drunk businessmen drape their arms around his broad shoulders and spit on his face as they scream in his ear. An anxiety powder keg for an introverted recovering alcoholic.

“I can’t die in Vegas. Nobody is going to believe I wasn’t partying.”

But today is different. He feels like he is going to faint. His friends have left, so he walks to his car alone. Ten feet feel like a marathon — let alone the trek from Cleveland Browns Stadium to his parking spot on West Third Street. Days later, he is admitted to the hospital, where he spends more than 50 days over the next few months receiving blood transfusions and having fluid drained from his stomach.

A responsibility to speak out, not only about his experience but also about the treatments that were giving him relief, bubbled in Bernie. After all, his brain scans were showing rapid improvement, Sponaugle said at the time.

“There are hundreds, if not thousands, of guys who are dealing with issues and pain and stuff,” he says. “This [treatment] isn’t something I think a lot of guys know about, whether it’s the younger kids playing or the ex-NFL players. I don’t think a lot of people know there is hope for them.”

The event isn’t a total surprise, though. A few weeks before the Jets game, Dr. Post diagnosed Kosar with cirrhosis. He tried to ignore it through football season. The Browns are heading to the playoffs. He is watching Kansas City Chiefs games with Travis Kelce’s parents and taking selfies with Taylor Swift.

Why slow down now?

When the Super Bowl rolls around in mid-February, Bernie tricks himself into thinking he’s strong enough to attend. His doctors tell him not to fly, but c’mon, it’s the Super Bowl. Vegas, baby!

As I enter the fourth quarter of my life, it feels like my responsibility to talk about this stuff.”

Tagging along with the Kelce clan. Podcasts to promote his businesses, especially his new one, Kosar Coffee.

How could he miss this?

“I’m a football guy,” he says. “So I flew out to the friggin’ Super Bowl, and it all hit me in the plane.”

Somewhere over middle America, Kosar passes out. When he gets off the plane, he finds his friend Dr. Mehmet Oz, a former colleague of Dr. Roizen. The physician, TV personality and fellow Cleveland native tells Bernie to go straight to the hospital. He spends the next threeand-a-half days in the intensive care unit.

“I was like, I can’t die in Vegas because nobody’s going to believe I wasn’t partying,” Bernie says with a laugh. “I have to at least die over Kansas or something.”

Luckily he doesn’t. Instead, he hops a private plane, courtesy of Union Home Mortgage owner and friend Bill Cosgrove. But Bernie knows he can no longer hide from his health problems.

Bernie is added to the liver transplant list just before Memorial

Day. A patient’s status on the list is determined by the MELD Score, which estimates their chances of surviving more than three months without the surgery. Blood tests are entered into a computer, which spits out a number between six and 40. Like golf, a lower number is better. After Vegas, Bernie scored about a 15.

More than 60 years after the first successful liver transplant, surgeons and physicians are darn good at them. According to Post, Bernie’s liver doctor, 98% of patients leave the operating room alive and about 80% live more than five years. Considering most people have about three months to live by the time they get a transplant, those are high rates of success.

The effects of liver disease do not stay within the three-pound organ. Located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity, the liver is kind of like the body’s garbage disposal, filtering toxins from the blood and readying them for excretion.

A liver not working correctly can wreak as much havoc to the body as Gastineau did to the backfield of that 1987 game, causing cognitive dysfunction, internal bleeding, retention of liquids and many other symptoms.

“Obviously there can be complications, but usually within hours of putting the new one in, they start getting better right away,” says Post. “They’ve been so sick that the body just loves having it there. A lot of patients say, ‘I didn’t know how sick I was for the past 10 years.’”

In addition to taking diuretics, water pills and two other pills designed to lower his toxin level, Post directs Kosar to focus on his diet. He suggests 60100 grams of protein a day to combat muscle wasting. Second, ditch the salt shaker; less than two grams of sodium a day. Fresh fish. Fresh meat. Fresh veggies. It goes without saying: no alcohol or drugs.

As of late June, Bernie’s MELD Score has dropped to about 10. Post attributes that to the common fluctuation of liver disease.

“People with chronic liver disease can get very sick very quickly,” says Post. “Some people need a transplant right away. Others have a fluctuating course. But eventually, they’re going to need a transplant either way. Bernie seems to have a fluctuating course as opposed to somebody with a downward spiral. When I first saw him, it looked like he was just gonna go downward and wasn’t going to survive a year, but he seems to have kind of come back nicely.”

Bernie, of course, attributes his recovery to the wellness program he’s developed with Roizen, especially his coffee-based products. The doctor, who drinks 7-8 cups of black coffee a day, truly believes coffee is the key to detoxing the body.

While Post isn’t so sure about some of the unproven alternative medicines Bernie purports — “I’m not sure how scientifically valid they are,” he says. “They have, maybe, some theoretical benefit” — he does cite promising research that suggests those who drink about three cups of coffee a day show a slower progression of liver disease than non-coffee drinkers. Decaf offers about 50% of the benefits that the caffeinated version does, Roizen says.

“We don’t know what it is in coffee; it’s probably partially the caffeine and partially the polyphenols,” Roizen says. “But it’s the best thing we know of at healing the liver other than God and genetics.”

Doctors cannot confirm what caused the liver damage. Bernie does have a

history of drug and alcohol abuse, and according to a study by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, about 50% of cirrhosis deaths in 2019 were alcohol related. But the resilient liver also regenerates, and Bernie has been sober for about seven years. The QB believes nearby fracking and pesticides on his farm have contributed to his condition. According to Roizen, tests revealed unprecedented levels of organic solvents that have been tied to pesticide poisoning.

“We don’t know what caused it,” Roizen says. “He did have a problem with alcohol and other drugs. It could have been those things, but the organic solvent that got in his blood was at a level that could cause liver rot, as well.”

Even if Kosar does overcome liver disease, he must eventually face the Parkinson’s diagnosis. Before being placed on the transplant list, Post, who did not confirm the Parkinson’s diagnosis, had his team of neurological experts assess Kosar. The team determined he was fit to have a transplant. In addition to diet and physical exercise, Roizen has given Bernie a list of 40 ways to manage cognitive function, including limiting stress and speed-processing exercises. He’s also taking about 17 supplements that promote brain health, according to Roizen.

As the sun sneaks away after nearly three hours on the Chagrin Falls patio, my energy has waned faster than Bernie’s. Comprehending the complexities of his medical situation is exhausting, but his excitement, or maybe fascination, invigorates him.

It’s an opportunity, he says. His fans are aging, too.

Maybe he can offer them a new kind of hero, one who helps them find wellness and confront their health challenges with optimism. In fact, he is forming a company called Kosar 19 with that in mind.

Sixty-five percent of men report being hesitant to address mental health issues. Maybe opening up about his mental struggles can prevent an overdose or suicide.

sees his condition as a chance to spread hope and inspire his community of fans.

“I want to spread that message. People are so sad and depressed. I want to give people hope,” he says. “It’s tough to talk about. But now as I enter the fourth quarter of my life, it almost feels like a responsibility.”

Bernie Kosar certainly has regrets. But playing football isn’t one of them. Not for a second. After all, the game taught him his greatest life lesson.

“You don’t lay on the ground,” he says. “You just are gonna get up. Like now, I’m not going to quit on this stuff. I had fun with the concussions and getting up and not quitting, and I’m going to have fun with this.”

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How We Did It

The doctors in this feature were selected by Professional Research Services (PRS), which conducted an online peer-review survey of area physicians in Northeast Ohio. Physicians were asked to nominate fellow physicians whom they deemed the best in their field of practice. Many votes were cast honoring excellence in all fields of medicine. The featured doctors were screened and selected through the verification of licensing and review of any infractions through applicable boards, agencies and rating services. Cleveland Magazine was not involved in the selection process. Please consult a professional before making any decisions regarding your personal care. Inclusion in the list is based on the opinions of responding doctors in the region and the results of our research campaign. We take great time and energy to ensure fair voting, but this list is only a sampling of the huge array of talented professionals within the region. For additional information, visit prscom.com.

Key:

ACH: Akron

Children’s Hospital

CC: Cleveland Clinic

CCC: Cleveland Clinic Children’s

LH: Lake Health

VA: Louis Stokes Cleveland VA

Medical Center

MH: MetroHealth System

SG: Southwest General Health Center

SV: St. Vincent Charity Medical Center

SH: Summa Health System

UH: University Hospitals

RB: UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital

Addiction Medicine

Akhil Anand CC 1730 W. 25th St., Cleveland 216-636-5860

David Streem CC 1730 W. 25th St., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Robert Bales CC 20050 Harvard Road, Warrensville Heights 216-491-1010

Youssef Mahfoud VA 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland 216-791-3800

Theodore V. Parran SV 2351 E. 22nd St., Cleveland 216-861-6200

Adolescent Medicine

Jessica Castonguay ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8538

Crystal Cole ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8538

Elizabeth Mason ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8538

Veronica Issac CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Ellen Rome CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Tornia Wyllie CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Margaret M. Stager MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2222

Courtney Batt RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Rina Lazebnik RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Amy Middleman RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Allergy and Immunology

Ravi Karnani ACH

215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-0140

Richard Lavi

Allergy Asthma & Sinus Relief Center 3618 W. Market St., Fairlawn 330-423-4444

Robert W. Hostoffer

Allergy/Immunology Associates 5915 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 216-381-3333

Devi Jhaveri

Allergy/Immunology Associates 5915 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 216-381-3333

Haig Tcheurekdjian

Allergy/Immunology Associates 5915 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 216-381-3333

Sandra Hong CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 440-878-2500

James M. Fernandez CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6601

Fred Hsieh CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-3686

Lily Pien CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-3386

Julie K. Sterbank MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2213

Kholoud K. Wishah MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2213

Nancy Wasserbauer Kingston UH 5901 E. Royalton Road, Broadview Heights 216-302-2437

Eli Silver UH 730 Som Center Road, Mayfield 440-995-3819

Joao Pedro Matias Lopes RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Princess Ogbogu RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Kathryn Ruda Wessell RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Samuel Friedlander UH 34055 Solon Road, Solon 440-248-1630

Anesthesiology

Kasia Rubin CC 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-312-5181

Ursula Galway CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6326

Megan Rodgers McCormick CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Soozan Souad Abouhassan UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7334

Daniel Asher UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7334

Dane Alexander Kellas Coyne UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7330

David R. Dininny UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7334

Mada Helou UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7330

Heather Dawn McFarland UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7334

Marc Popovich UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7330

Daniel Jacob Wyler UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7334

Cardiac

Surgery

Robert Stewart ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8030

Rami Akhrass CC 18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 440-333-8600

John Costello III CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 866-320-4573

Eric Roselli CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-0995

Nicholas Smedira CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-7052

Edward Soltesz CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5680

Lars Svensson CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-4813

Shinya Unai CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-5902

Patrick Vargo CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2288

Inderjit Gill CC 20455 Lorain Road, Fairview Park 440-333-8600

A. Marc Gillinov CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-8841

Tara Karamlou CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-442-8278

Hani Najm CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5819

Eric A. Espinal SH 75 Arch St., Akron 330-384-9001

Marc Pelletier UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-4004

Joseph Sabik UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-4004

Pablo Ruda Vega UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-4004

Alan Markowitz UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-4004

Yasir Abu-Omar UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-4004

Cristian Baeza UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-4004

Kelsey Gray UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-4004

Yakov Elgudin UH 13221 Ravenna Road, Chardon 216-844-4004

Cardiology

Michael F. Deucher Cardiovascular Medicine Associates, Inc. 7255 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Heights 440-816-2708

Richard Grimm CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6697

Christine Jellis CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6697

Mohamed Kanj CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6697

Samir Kapadia CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6697

Venugopal Menon CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6697

Maria Mountis CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-6101

Oussama Wazni CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6697

Anish Kumar Pattisapu CC 33100 Cleveland Clinic Blvd., Avon 440-695-4000

Wael Jaber CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6697

Ashish Aneja MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2328

Saima Karim MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2328

Khalil Murad MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2328

Ohad Ziv MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2328

Daniel Simon UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-3800

William Wolf UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-3800

Chantal ElAmm UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-4004

Mehdi Shishehbor UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3800

Heather Gornik UH 125 E. Broad St., Elyria 216-844-3800

Eiran Gorodeski UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-844-3800

John Coletta UH 29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-899-2423

Michael Zacharias UH 29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 216-220-9168

Claire Sullivan UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 216-844-3800

Michael Bage Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7989

Joseph Restivo Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7989

Joseph Rinaldi Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7989

Colon and Rectal Surgery

Kristen Ban CC 18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 216-476-6961

Bradley Champagne CC 18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 216-476-6961

David Rosen CC

20455 Lorain Road, Fairview Park 216-476-6961

Joseph Trunzo CC 20455 Lorain Road, Fairview Park 216-476-6961

Thomas Garofalo CC 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-312-7111

I. Emre Gorgun CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-1244

Stefan Holubar CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-446-8578

Tracy Hull CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-446-8578

Arielle Kanters CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-7000

Jeremy Lipman CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4093

David Liska CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-9219

Scott Steele CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-7000

Michael A. Valente CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-7000

Benjamin P. Crawshaw MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Michael J. Cullado SH 95 Arch St., Akron 330-434-5978

Michael Liu UH 29099 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-446-8600

Meagan Costedio UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-285-4510

Jennifer Miller-Ocuin UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-966-7005

Ronald Charles UH11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-667-9245

David Dietz UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-667-9245

Sharon Stein UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-304-2416

Emily Steinhagen UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-667-9318

Critical Care Medicine and Pulmonary

Disease

Marcela Azevedo CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 866-320-4573

Joseph Parambil CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6503

Vidya Krishnan MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5864

Edward L. Warren MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5864

Charles Fuenning Unity Health Network - Cuyahoga Falls 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-253-1411

Jihane Faress UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-593-5864

Frank Jacono UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3201

Connor McNamara UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-2273

Rana Hejal UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3201

Maroun Matta UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3201

Robert Schilz UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3201

Benjamin Young UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3201

Dermatology

Jacqueline Graham Akron Dermatology 566 White Pond Drive, Akron 330-535-7100

Eliot N. Mostow Akron Dermatology 566 White Pond Drive, Akron 330-535-7100

Lauren K. Guren

Allied Dermatology and Skin Surgery 5915 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 866-337-6631

Nely Aldrich

Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center 5655 Hudson Drive, Hudson 440-443-0429

Alison Durham

Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center 4124 Munson St., Canton 234-410-7546

Jorge Garcia-Zuazaga Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center 29111 Cedar Road, Mayfield Heights 440-443-0427

Lauren Karpinski Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center 4975 Foote Road, Medina 440-443-0434

Patrick Killian

Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center 4350 Crocker Road, Westlake 440-443-0435

Shannnon McKeen

Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center 265 Portage Trail W., Cuyahoga Falls 234-274-7546

Brian Moore

Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center 29111 Cedar Road, Mayfield Heights 440-443-0427

Fuad Kamel Muakkassa

Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center 4124 Munson St., Canton 234-410-7546

Alexa Stecker

Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center 7580 Auburn Road, Concord Twp. 440-443-0426

Michael D. Reep

Associates in Dermatology 2205 Crocker Road, Westlake 440-482-8323

Mihir Shah Associates in Dermatology 2205 Crocker Road, Westlake 440-482-8323

Brandie Tackett Styron Associates in Dermatology 2205 Crocker Road, Westlake 440-482-8323

Aziza Wahby Chagrin Valley Dermatology 7185 Chagrin Road, Chagrin Falls 440-999-3035

John Anthony CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 440-878-2500

Joshua Arbesman CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5725

Anthony Fernandez CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5725

Mahwish Irfan CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-3643

Shilpi Khetarpal CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4004

Jennifer Lucas CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-986-4000

Melissa Piliang CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5725

G. Cheyana Ranasinghe CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 866-320-4573

Rashmi Unwala CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5725

Allison Vidimos CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5729

Alok Vij CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2651

David R. Crowe MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-3376

Katherine C. DiSano MH 38 Main St., Westlake 216-957-3200

Amy Polster

Optima Dermatology 8183 Golden Link Blvd., Macedonia 330-306-9844

Sherry H. Yu Optima Dermatology 8183 Golden Link Blvd., Macedonia 330-306-9844

Miriam Finkel

Radiant Dermatology 6990 Lindsay Drive, Mentor 440-290-9616

Meghan Crute 440-444-4445

Mara Grace Beveridge UHMG 3000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-844-8200

Jeremy Scott Bordeaux UHMG 3000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-844-8200

Christina Yin Bin Wong UHMG 3000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-844-8200

Danny Barlev UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-8200

Neil James Korman UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-8200

Bethany Rohr UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-8200

Elizabeth Anne Gordon Spratt UH 2820 W. Market St., Fairlawn 216-844-8200

Kevin Lee Cooper University Hospitals - Parma Medical Center 7007 Powers Blvd., Parma 440-743-2014

Timmie Rohi Sharma UH 950 Clague Road, Westlake 216-844-8200

Kathleen A. Mulligan Westshore Dermatology 1991 Crocker Road, Westlake 440-617-9114

Renuka Diwan Laser Skin & Surgery Center 29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-871-9832

DevelopmentalBehavioral Pediatrics

Daniel Smith ACH

215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8050

Jessica Foster ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8050

Diane Langkamp ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8050

Carrie Cuffman CCC 2801 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Cleveland 216-448-6110

Marie Trace CCC 2801 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Cleveland 216-448-6110

Mary Wong CCC 2801 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Cleveland 216-448-6110

Catherine Lipman CCC 18099 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 216-448-6110

Katherine Myers CCC 6801 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 216-448-6110

Robert Needlman MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2222

Denise Bothe UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3230

Elizabeth Diekroger UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3230

Shanna Kralovic UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3230

Nancy Roizen UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3230

Diagnostic Radiology

Anthony J. Ventimiglia Akron Radiology, Inc. 525 E. Market St., Akron 330-375-3043

Peter Liu CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-0889

Daniel Lockwood CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-9740

Andrei Purysko CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-9005

Dean Akira Nakamoto Cleveland VA Medical Center 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland 216-791-3800

Michael Coffey UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1700

R. Chip Gilkeson UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1700

Donna Plecha UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1700

Sree Tirumani UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1700

Emergency Medicine

Bachar Hamade CC 1730 W. 25th St., Cleveland 216-636-5206

Danielle Hoover CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-4500

Stephen Meldon CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-4557

Thomas Waters CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-4545

Thomas P. Noeller MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-7800

Janice Rice SG18697 Bagley Road, Middleburg Heights 440-816-8000

Jessica Goldstein UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1636

Matthew Stull UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1610

Colin McCloskey UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1636

Jerri Rose RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-8716

Rudd J. Bare III

Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 4040 Embassy Parkway, Akron 234-466-8500

Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism

M. Cecilia Lansang CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6568

Robert Zimmerman CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6568

Bartolome Burguera CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-8966

BEST DOCTORS

Pratima Sood VA 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland 216-791-3800

Daniela V. Pirela Araque MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2323

James K. Salem SH 1260 Independence Ave., Akron 234-312-2111

Brian Burtch UH 8300 Tyler Blvd., Mentor 440-266-5000

Baha Arafah UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3142

Margarita Barreiro UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3142

Betul Hatipoglu UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3142

Revital Gorodeski Baskin UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-844-3142

Valerie Hadam UH 8819 Commons Blvd., Twinsburg 330-425-2212

Manjinder Kaur

Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Health Center 231 Seasons Road, Hudson 330-650-5110

Mikhail Koren Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Health Center 231 Seasons Road, Hudson 330-650-5110

Jennifer Wojtowicz Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Health Center 231 Seasons Road, Hudson 330-650-5110

Family Medicine

Lisa Cloud CC 450 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake 440-930-6800

Neha Vyas CC 6801 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-312-8294

Donald Ford CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 440-312-8294

Amy Zack CC 20050 Harvard Road, Warrensville Heights 216-839-3000

Sarah Gerhardstein CC 2570 SOM Center Road, Willoughby Hills 866-320-4573

Lilian White Empowered Health 19637 Center Ridge Road, Rocky River 216-677-9005

Jennifer Marie Poptic Everside Health 5445 Detroit Road, Sheffield Village 440-653-8033

Ifeolorunbode A. Adebambo MH 6835 Broadway Ave., Cleveland 216-957-1500

Gaby S. Khoury MH 6835 Broadway Ave., Cleveland 216-957-1500

Christine A. Alexander MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5731

Nancy Li

Neighborhood Family Practice - Puritas Community Health Center 14625 Puritas Ave., Cleveland 216-281-0872

John P. Gerace NOMS Healthcare 29257 Center Ridge Road, Westlake 440-899-7677

Andrew Emerson Pioneer Physicians Network - South Main Street Medical Center 4880 S. Main St., Akron 330-644-2700

Paul D. Chenowith SH 55 Arch St., Akron 330-375-3584

Matthew J. Mivsek Unity Health Network - Hudson 231 Seasons Road, Hudson 330-662-5666

Charita Ray UH 7500 Auburn Road, Concord Twp. 440-358-5701

Goutham Rao UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3944

Palak Shroff UH 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-297-2084

Tod Podl UH 5850 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 440-449-7238

Sarah Slater Lang UH 9318 State Route 14, Streetsboro 330-626-3111

Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Costas H. Kefalas Akron Digestive Disease Consultants 570 White Pond Drive, Akron 330-869-0124

Michael Pollack CC 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-461-2550

Carol Burke CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-7000

Scott Gabbard CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-7000

Ari Garber CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-7000

Miguel Regueiro CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-7000

John J. Vargo II CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-7000

Khaled Issa CC 30701 Clemens Road, Westlake 440-617-1212

Ashley Faulx VA 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland 216-791-3800

Ronnie Fass MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5736

D. Roy Ferguson MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5736

Michael S. Kurin MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5736

Annette M. Kyprianou MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5736

Bhavesh B. Shah MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5736

Nisheet Waghray MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5736

Richard C. Wong MH 12301 Snow Road, Parma 216-524-7377

Rinjal Brahmbhatt NorthShore Gastroenterology & Endoscopy Centers - Westlake 850 Columbia Road, Westlake 440-808-1212

Michael K. Koehler

The Endoscopy Center at Bainbridge, LLC 8185 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls 440-708-0582

John Dumot UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-285-4510

Amitabh Chak UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-2179

Brooke Glessing UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-2179

Seth Sclair UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-2179

Jeffry Katz UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-896-1886

Sapna Thomas UH 32800 Lorain Road, North Ridgeville 440-406-5500

Amy Hosmer UH 29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-581-7838

Eric Shapiro UH 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 440-955-7082

John S. Park

Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Health Center 231 Seasons Road, Hudson 330-926-3313

Corey Sievers Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Health Center 231 Seasons Road, Hudson 330-926-3313

General

Surgery

Diya Alaedeen CC 18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 440-673-0100

Andrew Smith CC 20455 Lorain Road, Fairview Park 440-673-0100

Matthew Kroh CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6664

Michael Rosen CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6665

Steven Rosenblatt CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6664

R. Matthew Walsh CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6664

Walter Cha CC 8701 Darrow Road, Twinsburg 440-449-1101

Ajita Prabhu CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6665

Christopher P. Brandt MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Amelia N. Dorsey MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Christopher R. McHenry MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Vladimir Dubchuk SG 7215 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Heights 440-816-5514

Raymond Onders UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-667-9245

John Ammori UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-667-9248

Jeffrey M. Hardacre UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7047

Zoe Stewart Lewis UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-435-0081

Jeffrey Marks UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-667-9245

Scott Wilhelm UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-8283

Leena Khaitan UH 13207 Ravenna Road, Chardon 440-901-5492

John Jasper UH 9000 Mentor Ave., Mentor 216-699-6345

Jeffrey Parks UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-699-6345

Walter Chlysta Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-926-3443

Rick Gemma Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7753

Geriatric Medicine

Ronan Factora CC 5001 Rockside Road, Independence 216-444-5665

Ardeshir Zia Hashmi CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-4415

Kenneth Koncilja CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-2435

Saket Saxena CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5665

Steven Schwartz CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-3765

Himika Dalia MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-7800

James W. Campbell MH 4229 Pearl Road, Cleveland 216-957-2100

Fassil W. Gemechu MH 4229 Pearl Road, Cleveland 216-957-2100

Mary V. Corrigan MH 20575 Center Ridge Road, Rocky River 216-957-3200

Amanda Lathia UH 3619 Park East Drive, Beachwood 216-464-6445

Gynecologic Oncology

Mariam AlHilli CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6601

Lindsey Beffa CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6601

Robert DeBernardo CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6601

Chad Michener CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-0226

Peter Rose CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6601

Roberto Vargas CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6601

Steven Waggoner CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 866-320-4573

Kimberly E. Resnick MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4444

Donald W. Wiper III MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4444

Stephen J. Andrews SHMG Gynecologic Oncology Rootstown 4211 State Route 44, Rootstown 330-434-0543

Lindsay Ferguson UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-844-3954

Amy Armstrong UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3954

Sarah Lynam UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3954

Hand Surgery

William Lanzinger CC 1946 Town Park Blvd., Uniontown 330-344-2663

Steven Maschke CC 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 216-444-6260

Kirk Haidet CC 5800 Cooper Foster Park Road, Lorain 440-204-7800

Joseph Styron CC 16761 S. Park Center, Strongsville 216-444-6260

Thomas J. Reilly Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic CenterFairlawn II 3925 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn 330-668-4055

Kyle R. Nelman Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Hudson 1310 Corporate Drive, Hudson 330-673-6299

Blaine T. Bafus MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4393

Kyle J. Chepla MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4450

Harry A. Hoyen III MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4393

Michael W. Keith MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4393

Adrienne Lee MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4393

Mehrun K. Elyaderani Orthopaedic Associates - Westlake 24723 Detroit Road, Westlake 440-892-1440

Gregory Hill Unity Health Network - Cuyahoga Falls 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-922-1922

James Anderson UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-220-7353

Jonathan Macknin UH 13207 Ravenna Road, Chardon 216-249-7695

Scott Zimmer UH 13170 Ravenna Road, Chardon 216-541-1068

Kevin Malone UH 730 Som Center Road, Mayfield 440-848-5027

Stephen B. Evans Jr. Premier Physicians 25200 Center Ridge Road, Westlake 440-871-6560

Hematology

Paolo Caimi CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Alan Lichtin CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Michael A. Novak, MD

Joseph M. Coney, MD, FACS

Arnold F. Nothnagel, DO

Lediana Goduni, MD

David G. Miller, MD President

Shawn A. Lewis, MD

Llewelyn J. Rao, MD Vice President

Lawrence J. Singerman, MD, FACS

Sean M. Platt, MD

Thomas J. Tsai, MD

Hang Pham, MD

Scott D. Pendergast, MD

Jerome P. Schartman, MD

Shawn C. Wilker, MD

Thomas P. Hull, MD

Harrison Sciulli, MD

BEST DOCTORS

Keith McCrae CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Christy Samaras CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Evi Stavrou VA 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland 216-791-3800

William W. Tse MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-7328

Molly Gallogly UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Lalitha Nayak UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Timothy E. O’Brien UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 440-623-7428

Alvin Schmaier UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Koen van Besien UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Mehool Patel

Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7892

Jennifer Payne Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7892

Hospice and Palliative Medicine

Sarah Elizabeth Friebert ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3343

Katherine Eilenfeld CC 18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 216-445-0941

Krista Dobbie CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

David Harris CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Kathleen Neuendorf CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Laura Shoemaker CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5193

Elizabeth Weinstein CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6388

Beth L. McLaughlin MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2343

Noam Stern RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-286-4215

Abdul Rab Razzak UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Kevin Dieter

Hospice of the Western Reserve 17876 St Clair Ave., Cleveland 216-383-2222

Infectious Disease

Maja Babic CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8845

Kristin Englund CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8845

Thomas Fraser CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8845

Steven Gordon CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-1873

Carlos Isada CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8845

Steven Schmitt CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8845

Lulette Tricia Bravo CC 12300 McCracken Road, Garfield Heights 216-444-8845

Niyati P. Sheth Mercy Health - Lorain 3600 Kolbe Road, Lorain 440-233-0138

Ann K. Avery MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-8305

Michelle T. Hecker MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-8305

Corrilynn O. Hileman MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-8305

Melissa O. Jenkins MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-8305

Robert C. Kalayjian MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-8305

Tracy L. Lemonovich MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-8305

Amy J. Ray MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-8305

Belai Damtew SG 7255 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Heights 440-816-4394

Nikole M. Scalera SH 75 Arch St., Akron 330-375-3894

Michael J. Tan SH 201 Fifth St. NE, Barberton 234-208-9300

Thomas M. File SH 75 Arch St., Akron 330-375-3894

Keith Armitage UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1709

Barbara Gripshover UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1709

Praveen Gundelly UH 11100 Euclid Ave. , Cleveland 216-844-1709

Robert Salata UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1709

Internal Medicine

Kincade Turner CC 5001 Rockside Road, Independence 216-986-4000

Eric Yudelevich Blumrosen CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-2496

Jessica Donato CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5633

David Gugliotti CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5633

Varalakshmi Janamanchi CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5633

Craig Nielsen CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5665

James Pile CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5633

Raul Seballos CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5527

Amy Lynn Teleron CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5633

Moises Auron CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-1472

Amy Hise VA 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland 216-791-3800

Kamaleswary Ravichandran Mercy Health - Oberlin Primary Care 224 W. Lorain St., Oberlin 440-775-1881

Catherine A. Curley MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-7800

David J. Mansour MH 780 Pearl Road, Middleburg Heights 216-957-9700

Jeffrey O. Galvin MH 38 Main St., Westlake 216-957-3200

Barbara Messinger Rapport Oak St. Health - Lee Harvard 16888 Harvard Ave., Cleveland 216-435-5587

Mohamed Shahed Signature Meds, LLC 19050 Lorain Road, Fairview Park 216-252-8000

Michael W. Rich SH 55 Arch St., Akron 330-375-3315

Patrick Blakeslee Unity Health Network - Cuyahoga Falls 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-929-2685

Douglas Kast Unity Health Network - Hudson 231 Seasons Road, Hudson 330-662-5666

Roy Buchinsky UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-285-5050

Sheila Rice UH 1997 Healthway Drive, Avon 440-695-6503

Daniel Fleksher UH 23250 Mercantile Road, Beachwood 216-464-7878

Kristin Kaelber UH 3723 Park E. Drive, Beachwood 216-285-4070

Suzana Sarac-Leonard UH 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-297-2084

Malka Bannet UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-464-1115

Eric Yasinow UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-464-1115

Scott Yasinow UH3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-464-1115

Debra Leizman UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-839-0105

Paula Parker-Deuley UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-593-1388

James Coviello UH 5850 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 440-720-0938

Alan Hirsh UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-514-8602

Jill Miller UH 5850 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 440-995-3838

Erin Bader UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 440-250-2070

Gregory Greene UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 440-250-2070

Interventional Cardiology

Samir Kapadia CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6697

Jaikirshan Khatri CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-3991

Aisha Siraj MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2328

Peter M. Bittenbender SH 95 Arch St., Akron 330-376-7000

Justin M. Dunn SH 95 Arch St., Akron 330-253-8195

Michael Cunningham UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-3800

Tarek Hammad UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-3800

Daniel Simon UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-3800

William Wolf UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-3800

Mehdi Shishehbor UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3800

Steven Filby UH 125 E. Broad St., Elyria 216-844-3800

Jun Li UH 6525 Powers Blvd., Parma 440-882-0075

Anene Ukaigwe UH 6525 Powers Blvd., Parma 440-882-0075

Maternal and Fetal Medicine

Uma Perni CC 26900 Cedar Road, Beachwood 216-839-3100

Maeve Hopkins CC 18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 866-320-4573

Stacey Ehrenberg CC 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-312-2229

Amanda Kalan CC6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-312-2229

Melissa March CC 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 216-444-6601

Edward Chien CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-4406

Katherine Singh CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-476-7144

Justin Lappen CC 8701 Darrow Road, Twinsburg 330-888-4000

Kelly S. Gibson MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4444

David Hackney UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-285-5039

Tani Malhotra UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-285-5039

Christopher Nau UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-285-5039

Mitchell Onslow UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-285-5039

Ellie Ragsdale UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-285-5039

Mae-Lan Winchester UH 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-285-5039

Medical Genetics

Carrie Costin ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8792

Catherine Ward-Melver ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8792

Charis Eng CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 800-998-4785

Julie Kaplan CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 866-320-4573

Rocio T. Moran MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4323

Anna Mitchell UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3936

Suzanne DeBrosse RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3936

Aditi Parikh UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 216-844-3936

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

Hany Aly CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2568

Anirudha Das CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2568

Sabine Iben CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2568

Marina Perez-Fournier CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2568

Firas Saker CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2568

Natalie Yeaney CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2568

Monika Bhola RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3387

Moira Crowley RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3387

Stephanie Ford RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3387

Mary Nock RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3387

Arielle Olicker RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3387

Allison Payne RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3387

Ana Paula Ribeiro RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3387

Nephrology

Wassim El-Hitti Americare Kidney Institute 805 Columbia Road, Westlake 216-228-5500

Natthavat “Tom” Tanphaichitr Americare Kidney Institute 224 W. Exchange St., Akron 330-436-3150

BEST DOCTORS

Richard Fatica CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6771

Ali Mehdi CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4926

Georges Nakhoul CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6771

Saul Nurko CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-8628

Jagmeet Dhingra CC 8701 Darrow Road, Twinsburg 216-444-6771

Edward J. Horwitz MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2323

Mildred Lam MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2323

Georges Saab MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2323

Charina P. Gayomali Northeast Ohio Nephrology Associates 411 E. Market St., Akron 330-252-0600

Andrew E. Lazar UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-3771

Mirela Dobre UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 440-435-3025

Arksarapuk Jittirat UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3689

Lavinia Negrea UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 440-435-3025

Mahboob Rahman UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 440-435-3025

Nissreen Elfadawy UH 13221 Ravenna Road, Chardon 440-285-3055

Arash Rashidi UH 29325 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-414-9400

Aparna Padiyar UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-839-0105

Neurological Surgery

Tsulee Chen ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8050

Mark Bain CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-6575

Gene Barnett CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-0007

William Bingaman CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Megan Jack CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Michael Edward Kelly CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8950

Ajit Krishnaney CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Varun Kshettry CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-0007

Andre Machado CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4270

Alireza Mohammadi CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-4290

Sean Nagel CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Pablo Recinos CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-2901

Violette Recinos CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Deven Reddy MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-8822

Nicholas Bambakidis UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-844-3192

Jennifer Sweet UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-844-3192

S. Hoffer UH 88 Center Road, Bedford 440-735-4264

Yin Hu UH 88 Center Road, Bedford 440-735-4264

Sepideh Amin-Hanjani UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3192

Abhishek Ray UH 13207 Ravenna Road, Chardon 216-286-7015

Manish Kasliwal UH 11409 State Road, North Royalton 440-743-2775

Tiffany Hodges UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-286-3800

Gabriel A. Smith UH 29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-761-1549

Brian Rothstein UH 8819 Commons Blvd., Twinsburg 330-954-7233

Krystal Tomei UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 216-844-5741

Toomas Anton Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-926-3322

Neurology

Justin Abbatemarco CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Steven Shook CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5559

Agnieszka A. Ardelt MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-8822

Marc D. Winkelman MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-3958

Brian Averell

Neurology & Neuroscience Associates, Inc. 701 White Pond Drive, Akron 330-572-1011

Lawrence M. Saltis The Neuroscience Center at NNA 701 White Pond Drive, Akron 330-572-1011

Camilla Kilbane UH 950 Clague Road, Westlake 440-641-4830

Cathy Sila UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-285-5115

Deborah Reed UH 4001 Carrick Drive, Medina 330-661-9630

Amanda Opaskar UH 29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-761-1865

Hesham Abboud UH 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-541-1772

Bashar Katirji UH 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-844-3192

Daniel Miller UH 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-844-3192

David Preston UH 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-844-3192

Aasef Shaikh UH 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-541-1772

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Catherine Caponero CC 26900 Cedar Road, Beachwood 216-444-6601

Gretchen Fisher CC 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-461-9060

Linda Bradley CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6601

Cara King CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2488

Jessica Strasburg CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6601

Margaret McKenzie CC 4180 Warrensville Center Road, Warrensville Heights 216-491-4896

Suchetha Kshettry CC 850 Columbia Road, Westlake 440-835-3883

Jennifer A. Velotta Lake Obstetrics and Gynecology 9500 Mentor Ave., Mentor 440-357-7100

Paula V. Hendryx MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4444

Barbara B. Rhoads MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4444

Linda-Dalal J. Shiber MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4444

Gregory Y. Kitagawa MH 7800 Pearl Road, Middleburg Heights 216-957-9700

Deborah M. Prinz-Gentile MH 12301 Snow Road, Parma 216-524-7377

Maura K. O’Shea OBGYN Associates of Akron 605 N. Cleveland Massillon Road, Akron 330-668-6545

Karen Ashby RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Nancy Cossler RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Angelina Gangestad RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Tia Melton RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Maria Shaker RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Stephanie Teal RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Sarah Tout UH 27155 Chardon Road, Richmond Heights 440-944-3121

Lauren Griebel UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-285-5039

Lulu Zhao UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-285-5039

David Sheyn UH 13170 Ravenna Road, Chardon 440-285-9229

Sangeeta Mahajan UH 5850 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 440-646-2211

Anne Sammarco UH 5850 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 440-646-2211

Susan Lasch UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3941

Jamie Byler UH 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-896-1740

Rachel Pope UH 29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-617-4726

Corinne Bazella UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 440-250-2814

Marc Snelson UH 25001 Emery Road, Warrensville Heights 440-735-0891 Oncology

Omer Koc CC 26900 Cedar Road, Beachwood 216-986-4555

Jame Abraham CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Paolo Caimi CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Bassam Estfan CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Jessica Geiger CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Alok Khorana CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Smitha Krishnamurthi CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

David Peereboom CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-6068

Nathan Pennell CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Marc Shapiro CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

James Stevenson CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6833

Hamed Daw CC 18200 Lorain Road, Cleveland 216-986-4555

Charles Nock VA 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland 216-791-3800

Tonjeh M. Bah MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-7328

Joanna M. Brell MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-7328

David Bajor UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Pedro Barata UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Debora Bruno UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Richard Chang UH 29325 Health Campus Dr., Westlake 440-617-4700

Brenda Cooper UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Afshin Dowlati UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Jorge A. Garcia UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Melinda Hsu UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Melissa Lumish UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Amit Mahipal UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Prateek Mendiratta UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Bahar Moftakhar UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Alberto Montero UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

J. Eva Selfridge UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Mehool Patel Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7892

Jennifer Payne Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7892

Ophthalmology

Palak Wall ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-5290

Marina Eisenberg CC 2000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-444-2020

Nicole Bajic CC 5001 Rockside Road, Independence 216-444-2020

William Dupps CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2020

Fatema Ghasia CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2020

Lisa Lystad CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2030

Daniel F. Martin CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-0430

Jonathan Sears CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-7152

Arun Singh CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2020

Sunil Srivastava CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2020

Elias Traboulsi CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2030

Allison Babiuch CC 16761 S. Park Center, Strongsville 216-444-4821

Kathleen Jee Cleveland Eye Clinic 7001 S. Edgerton Road, Brecksville 440-526-1974

Providers left to right:

Kimberly Tamargo, MD

Lauren Guren, MD

Alyssa Hauff, CNP

Gina Berardinelli, CNP

Justin Woodhouse, MD

Allison Moosally, MD

James Libecco, MD

Ann Kooken, MD

Abby Vrable, DO

Angela Funovits, MD

Jill Warner, CNP

BEST DOCTORS

William F. Wiley

Cleveland Eye Clinic

7001 S. Edgerton Road, Brecksville 440-526-1974

E. Shanika Esparaz

Envision Ophthalmology & Wellness 6551 Wilson Mills Road, Cleveland 440-291-3051

Augustine J. Kellis

Kellis Eye & Laser Center 150 Seventh Ave., Chardon 440-285-2020

Elisa Bala MH

2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Raymond R. Lancione MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Nicole Beharry Novus Clinic 518 West Ave., Tallmadge 330-630-9699

Carrie S. Happ-Smith

Ophthalmic Physicians, Inc. 8140 Norton Parkway, Mentor 440-255-1115

Joseph M. Coney

Retina Associates of Cleveland, Inc. 24075 Commerce Park, Beachwood 216-831-5700

David G. Miller

Retina Associates of Cleveland, Inc. 24075 Commerce Park, Beachwood 216-831-5700

Llewelyn J. Rao

Retina Associates of Cleveland, Inc. 24075 Commerce Park, Beachwood 216-831-5700

Faruk Orge UH 6001 Landerhaven Drive, Mayfield 440-720-4749

Peter Surace CC

970 E. Washington St., Medina 866-320-4573

Michael Bloomfield CC 8300 Norton Pakrway, Mentor 216-444-2606

James P. Kennedy

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center

- Barberton 72 Fifth St. SE, Barberton 330-670-4111

Raymond W. Acus

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic CenterCuyahoga Falls 437 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls 330-929-9136

Jordan Etscheidt

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic CenterCuyahoga Falls 437 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls 330-670-4006

Ian M. Gradisar

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Fairlawn I 3975 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn 330-668-4040

Phillip J. Lewandowski

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Fairlawn I 3975 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn 330-668-4040

Jovan R. Laskovski

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Green 1622 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road, Green 330-644-7436

Daniel M. Myer

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Green 1622 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road, Green 330-929-9136

Steven Jackson

Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7571

Otolaryngology

Paul C. Bryson CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8500

Michael Fritz CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8500

Eric Lamarre CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8552

Kyra Osborne CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-1074

Brandon Prendes CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8500

Joseph Scharpf CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-8252

Raj Sindwani CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-2845

Troy Woodard CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-7157

Michael Yerukhim Dr. Michael Yerukhim 7215 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Heights 440-816-2776

Pierre Lavertu UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-4773

Rod Rezaee UH 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-716-3450

Kenneth Vito UH 7580 Auburn Road, Concord 216-541-1749

Nicole Fowler UH 8819 Commons Blvd., Twinsburg 216-220-7332

Sarah Mowry UH 8819 Commons Blvd., Twinsburg 216-541-1959

Kenneth Rodriguez UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 216-541-1959

Maroun Semaan UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 216-541-1959

Jay Shah UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 216-541-1959

Jason Thuener UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 216-716-3450

Seth Willen

Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Ohio ENT & Allergy 4275 Steels Pointe Road, Stow 330-923-0399

Pain Management

Pediatric Allergy and Immunology

Ravi Karnani ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-2778

Lisa Sammon ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-2778

Devi Jhaveri Allergy/Immunology Associates 5915 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 216-381-3333

Jaclyn Bjelac CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Leigh Ann Kerns CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6340

John McDonnell CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Kara McNamara CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Alton Melton Jr.CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Brian Schroer CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-0957

Eli Silver UH 730 Som Center Road, Mayfield 440-995-3819

Jonathan Baskin VA 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland 216-791-3800

Terence M. Hillery MH 29001 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst 216-778-8822

Joao Pedro Matias Lopes RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Kyle R. Nelman

Julie Belkin 88 Center Road, Bedford 216-220-9524

Linda Ohsie-Bajor 88 Center Road, Bedford 216-220-9254

Mark Prendes 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-220-9254

Douglas Rhee 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-354-8234

Orthopedic Surgery

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Hudson 1310 Corporate Drive, Hudson 330-673-6299

Steven M. Houser MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Gustaf M. Van Acker III MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4414

Princess Ogbogu RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Glenn Wera 33300 Cleveland Clinic Blvd., Avon 440-695-4000

Anokha Padubidri 18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 866-320-4573

Vahid Entezari CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2606

Viktor Krebs CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-3834

Nathan Mesko CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland

Ronald C. Mineo

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Kent 2007 State Route 59, Kent 330-673-6299

David H. Ludlow MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Chong H. Kim MH 4330 W. 150th St., Cleveland 216-251-6990

Kathryn Ruda Wessell RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Matthew E. Levy

9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2606

Trevor Murray 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2606

Lukas Nystrom 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-7164

Brendan M. Patterson 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6260

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Solon 33001 Solon Road,, Solon 440-349-7137

Adam G. Hirschfeld

David W. Stepnick MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Salim Hayek UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-593-5680

Pediatric Cardiology

2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4393

Ari D. Levine MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4393

Nicholas M. Romeo

2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland

Freedom Johnson SG 15299 E. Bagley Road, Middleburg Heights 440-816-5091

Patrick McIntyre UH 8655 Market St., Mentor 440-701-7620

Orthopedic One - Grove City 5500 N. Meadows Drive, Grove City 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland

960 Clague Road, Westlake

Henry Vucetic UH 8655 Market St., Mentor 440-701-7620

Mark E. Mehle SG 15299 E. Bagley Road, Middleburg Heights 440-816-5091

John Lane 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8521

Roger Goomber UH 11409 State Road, North Royalton 440-743-4333

Samer Narouze

Matthew B. Lutz Unity Health Network - Stow 4275 Steels Pointe Road, Stow 330-923-0399 213-220-7332 N. Scott Howard 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood 216-220-7332

3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-983-7529

Shawn Li 3909 Orange Place, Beachwood

Amy Tucker Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Stow Orthopedics

Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls

Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls

Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls

Nina Zhao 2075 Healthway Drive, Avon 216-220-7332

Marc Eric Guay

Gary Butchko 5172 Leavitt Road, Lorain 216-445-5000

Catherine Allan 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-5000

Peter Aziz

9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-5000

Iqbal El Assaad 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-1236

Bradley Marino

Francine Erenberg 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-5000

5001 Transportation Drive, Sheffield Village 440-699-5837

2024 BEST DOCTORS

Charles Fuenning, MD Critical Care Medicine and Pulmonary Disease

Matthew J. Mivsek, DO Family Medicine

Douglas Kast, DO Internal Medicine

Matthew Lutz, DO Otolaryngology

Mark Weidenbecher, MD Otolaryngology

Richard J. Rasper, DPM, FACFAS Podiatry

Patrick Blakeslee, DO Internal Medicine

Gregory Hill, DO, FAOAO Hand Surgery

Rachel Waldman, MD Rheumatology

Nicholas Campitelli, DPM, FACFAS Podiatry

BEST DOCTORS

Janine Arruda RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3528

Martin Bocks RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3528

John Lozier RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3528

Sarah Plummer RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3528

James Strainic RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3528

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Ryan Nofziger ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8639

Patricia Raimer ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8639

Orkun Baloglu CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-7965

Kshama Daphtary CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-2748

Chidiebere Ezetendu CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-3033

William Hanna CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-1168

Samir Latifi CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6018

Aparna Roy MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5500

Ira Cheifetz RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3310

Michael C. Mount RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3310

Kenneth Remy RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3310

Steven Shein RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3310

Richard Speicher RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3310

Anne-Grethe Stormorken RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3310

Philip Toltzis RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3310

Pediatric Dermatology

Nicholas Nguyen ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3376

Mahwish Irfan CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-3643

Joan Tamburro CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5725

Lisa N. Gelles MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-3376

Sonal Shah RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-8200

Pediatric Endocrinology

Kimberly Martin ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3276

Natinder Kaur Saini ACH

215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3276

Naveen Uli ACH

215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3276

Anzar Haider CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Roy Kim CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Andrea Mucci CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Sarah Chaaban RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3661

Ryan Farrell RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3661

Rose Gubitosi-Klug RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3661

Beth Kaminski RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3661

Jamie Wood RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3661

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Christine Carter-Kent ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-2778

Reinaldo Garcia-Naveiro ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-2778

Kevin Watson ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-2778

Nila Mistry Ambani CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Jessica Barry CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8950

Ben Freiberg CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Vera Hupertz CC 8950 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Marsha Kay CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-9000

Sandra Kim CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-9350

Jacob Kurowski CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-9394

Karen Murray CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Sophia Patel CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Kadakkal Radhakrishnan CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-9000

Erin Crawford RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1765

Maricruz Crespo RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1765

Ali Khalili RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1765

Thomas Sferra RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1765

Denise Young RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1765

Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Stephanie Savelli ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8580

Erin Wright ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8580

Peter Anderson CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5517

Ilia Buhtoiarov CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5517

Rabi Hanna CC9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Eric Kodish CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5517

Seth Rotz CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5517

Jamie Shoag CC 8950 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Ravi Talati CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Stefanie Thomas CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5517

Stacey Zahler CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5517

Sanjay Ahuja RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Rachel Egler RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Lisa Hackney RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Duncan Stearns RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Pediatric Hospital Medicine

Carly Dulabon ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-4500

Brittany Potts ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-4440

Kara Ditlevson CCC 18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 216-476-7213

Stephanie Jennings CCC 6700 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 216-476-7213

Katie Pestak CCC 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-312-4222

Moises Auron CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-1472

Julie Cernanec CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4998

Dana M. Foradori CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4998

Anika Kumar CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4998

Rita Pappas CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4998

Colleen Schelzig CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4998

Arnaldo Zayas-Santiago CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4998

Michael Dell RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7327

Erin Frank RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7327

Amanda Lansell RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7327

Allayne Stephans RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7327

Pediatric Infectious Disease

Evelyn Scott Pangonis ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8395

Eric Robinette ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8395

Shankar Upadhyayula ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8395

Heather Daniels CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Frank Esper CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Charles Foster CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Blanca Gonzalez CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Camille Sabella CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Ankita Desai RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Amy Edwards RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Claudia Hoyen RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Pediatric Nephrology

Stephen Cha ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8950

Shefali Mahesh ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8950

Amy Bobrowski CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Katherine Dell CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Charles Kwon CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Raed Bou Matar CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6123

Emily Joyce RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Christina Nguyen RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Pediatric Neurological Surgery

Tsulee Chen ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8050

Gwyneth Hughes ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8050

Joel Katz ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8050

Violette Recinos CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Brian Rothstein RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Krystal Tomei RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Pediatric Neurology

Bruce H. Cohen ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8050

Ian Rossman ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8050

Matthew Ginsberg ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-2778

Mohammed Aldosari CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Gary Hsich CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Sudeshna Mitra CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Sumit Parikh CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5559

Jennifer Waldron RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3691

Max Wiznitzer RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3691

Pediatric Neurology

Mark Adamczyk ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3500

Kerwyn Jones ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3500

Patrick Riley Jr. ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3500

Kenneth Bono ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3500

Lorena Floccari ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3500

Todd Ritzman ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-3500

Paul Saluan CC 5555 Transportation Blvd., Garfield Heights 216-444-2606

Ernest Young CC 14601 Detroit Ave., Lakewood 216-444-2606

Ryan Goodwin CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2606

David Gurd CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2606

Seth Willen, MD Otolaryngology / Ear, Nose & Throat

Sonny Bare, MD Emergency Medicine

Amy Tucker, MD Orthopedic Surgery

Manjinder Kaur, DO Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

John Park, MD Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Corey Sievers, MD Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Jennifer Wojtowicz, DO, MS Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Toomas Anton, MD Neurological Surgery/Spine Surgery

Michael Bage, MD, FACC Cardiology

Walter Chlysta, MD, FACS, FASMBS General Surgery

Rick Gemma, DO, FACOS General Surgery

Steven Jackson, DO Orthopedic Surgery

Mehool Patel, MD, FACP, MBA Hematology/Oncology

Jennifer Payne, MD Hematology/Oncology

Nicole Ramon, DO, FACOS Vascular Surgery

Joseph Restivo, MD, FACC Cardiology

Joseph Rinaldi, MD Cardiology

Tim Sable, MD Pain Management

Dmitri Souza, MD, PhD Pain Management

Jeffrey Stanley, DO, FACOS Vascular Surgery

BEST DOCTORS

Thomas Kuivila CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2606

Paul R. Fleissner Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Fairlawn I 3975 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn 330-668-4040

R. Justin Mistovich MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4393

Allison Gilmore UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7200

Christina Hardesty UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7200

Raymond Liu UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7200

Jochen Son-Hing UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7200

Pediatric Otolaryngology

Julie Wei ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-4930

Marc Nelson ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-4930

Samantha Anne CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8500

Swathi Appachi CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8500

Rachel Georgopoulos CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8500

Brandon Hopkins CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8500

Tekin Baglam RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-6000

Todd Otteson RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-6000

Jay Shah RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-6000

Pediatric Psychiatry

Barry Simon CCC 551 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls 216-636-5860

Jason Lambrese CC 14601 Detroit Ave., Lakewood 216-444-5812

Molly Wimbiscus CCC 1730 W. 25th St., Cleveland 216-444-5812

Joseph Austerman CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5812

Elise Bonder Cleveland Health and Wellness Center 21625 Chagrin Blvd., Beachwood 216-777-8834

John Hertzer The Behavioral Wellness Group 8224 Mentor Ave., Mentor 440-392-2222

Sunita Mathew The Nord Center 6140 S. Broadway, Lorain 440-233-7232

Vincent Caringi UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3881

Mary Gabriel UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3881

Molly McVoy UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3881

Pediatric Pulmonology

Starla Martinez ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8885

John Carl CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Amy DiMarino CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Nathan Kraynack CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-2200

Parevi Majmudar CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Laura Milgram CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Fariba Rezaee CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-3276

Meeghan Hart CCC 857 Graham Road, Cuyahoga Falls 216-444-7489

Daniel Craven RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Angela Marie Marko RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Ross Myers RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Moshe Prero RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Erica Roesch RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Kristie Ross RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Pediatric Sleep Medicine

Jyoti Krishna ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8885

Brian Chen CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2165

Lauren Goldman CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2165

Vaishal Shah CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Sally Ibrahim RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3267

Moshe Prero RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3267

Kristie Ross RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3267

Pediatric Surgery

Scott Boulanger ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-6060

Nathan Heinzerling ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-6060

Justin Huntington ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-2778

Joseph Iocono ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-6060

Mark Wulkan ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-6060

Timothy P. Pittinger Akron Pediatric Surgical Associates 300 Locust St., Akron 330-434-5341

Darrell Cass CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-7878

Anthony De Ross CC 8950 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-7878

John DiFiore CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-7878

Miguel Guelfand CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-7878

David Magnuson CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-7878

Jason Robertson CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-7878

Edward Barksdale RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Michael Dingeldein RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Eiichi Miyasaka RB 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7700

Pediatric Urology

Daniel McMahon ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-376-3332

Jessica Hannick CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5600

John Weaver CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5600

Lynn Woo CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5600

Pediatrics (General)

Amanda Gogol-Tagliaferro ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-2778

Jacalyn Hazen CCC 26900 Cedar Road, Beachwood 216-839-3000

Jason Sherman CCC 26900 Cedar Road, Beachwood 216-839-3000

Sara Bohac CCC 6801 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-312-9471

Heidi Szugye CCC 6801 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-473-0010

Kimberly Giuliano CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4367

Scott Francy CCC

36901 American Way, Avon 440-930-6250

Alice McIntyre CCC 36901 American Way, Avon 440-930-6250

Andrea Preston CCC 36901 American Way, Avon 440-930-6250

Adriane Lioudis CCC 29800 Bainbridge Road, Solon 440-519-6800

Noah Schwartz CCC 13944 Euclid Ave., East Cleveland 216-444-5437

Courtney Nolan CCC 16761 S. Park Center, Strongsville 440-878-2500

Allison Effron Greater Cleveland Pediatrics 3311 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-236-5446

Matthew H. Tien MH 3609 Park E. Drive, Beachwood 216-957-9959

Kathryn M. Corrigan MH 3838 W. 150th St., Cleveland 216-957-5000

Elizabeth Feighan Pediatricenter of Greater ClevelandMayfield Heights 6001-C Landerhaven Drive, Mayfield Heights 440-720-3888

Brian Zack

Pediatricenter of Greater ClevelandMayfield Heights 6001-C Landerhaven Drive, Mayfield Heights 440-720-3888

Kelly Irwin Senders Pediatrics 2054 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-291-9210

Jill Sangree Senders Pediatrics 2054 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-291-9210

Shelly Senders Senders Pediatrics 2054 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-291-9210

Lydia Furman RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Eva Johnson RB 5805 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3971

Valerie Fouts-Fowler RB 2001 Crocker Road, Westlake 440-871-5100

Joseph Borus RB 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-382-3800

Jennifer Cochran RB 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-382-3800

Elizabeth Hellerstein RB 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-382-3800

Kelly Joyce RB 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-382-3800

Alexander Namrow RB 1611 S. Green Road, South Euclid 216-382-3800

Lauren Beene RB 34055 Solon Road, Solon 440-349-4714

Matthew Mascioli RB 34055 Solon Road, Solon 440-349-4714

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Adam Bartlett ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8050

Christopher Najarian ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-2778

Lainie Holman CCC 2801 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Cleveland 216-448-6110

Francois Bethoux CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Michael A. Harris MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4414

Jared Placeway MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4414

James R. Wilson MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4414

Juliet C. Zakel MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4414

Victoria C. Whitehair MH 4229 Pearl Road, Cleveland 216-778-4414

Richard D. Wilson MH 4229 Pearl Road, Cleveland 216-778-4414

Michael Schaefer UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 440-250-2460

Anna Serels UH 7500 Auburn Road, Concord Twp. 440-285-7256

Yevgeniya Dvorkin Wininger UH 13207 Ravenna Road, Chardon 440-681-2321

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Ananth Murthy ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-2778

Steven Bernard CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6900

Risal Djohan CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5725

Bahar Bassiri Gharb CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6900

Raymond Isakov CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6900

Francis Papay CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6821

Antonio Rampazzo CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6900

Steven Schulz CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 866-320-4573

Graham Schwarz CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8512

James Zins CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6821

Daniel A. Medalie

Cleveland Plastic Surgery 25700 Science Park Drive, Beachwood 216-393-9924

Derek Cody Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Fairlawn I 3975 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn 330-668-4065

Lewis A. Diulus

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic CenterFairlawn II 3925 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn 330-668-4065

Daniel J. Yoho

Crystal Clinic Plastic SurgeonsFairlawn 3925 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn 330-668-4065

Mark A. Foglietti

Foglietti Fostyk Plastic Surgery 22901 Millcreek Blvd., Beachwood 216-292-6800

Alanna Foglietti Fostyk Foglietti Fostyk Plastic Surgery 22901 Millcreek Blvd., Beachwood 216-292-6800

Jennifer Greer

Greer Plastic Surgery 6101 Heisley Road, Mentor 440-276-4298

Christi Cavaliere VA 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland 216-791-3800

Kyle J. Chepla MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4450

Bram R. Kaufman MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4450

Christina R. Vargas MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4450

David Rowe MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4450

Michael H. Wojtanowski Ohio Clinic for Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery 2237 Crocker Road, Westlake 440-808-9315

Diana Ponsky Ponsky Facial Plastic Surgery 3700 Park E. Drive, Beachwood 216-508-4055

Ali Totonchi Totonchi Plastic Surgery 29017 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst 440-461-7999

Joseph Khouri UH 29099 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-446-8600

Bahman Guyuron Zeeba Clinic 29017 Cedar Road, Cleveland 440-461-7999

Jonathan Frankel Frankel Facial Plastic Surgery 5885 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 216-294-4277

Podiatry

Georgeanne Botek CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2606

Jeffrey Shook CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2606

April I. Nelson MH 10 Severance Circle, Cleveland Heights 216-524-7377

Catherine E. Ferguson MH 29001 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst 216-778-4393

David T. Hehemann MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4393

Andy N. Orta MH 4757 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 216-957-4848

Christopher A. Tulodzieski MH 12301 Snow Road, Parma 216-524-7377

Nicholas A. Campitelli Unity Health Network - Dr. Nicholas Campitelli, DPM 2660 W. Market St., Fairlawn 330-926-3231

Richard J. Rasper Unity Health Network - Hudson 231 Seasons Road, Hudson 330-662-5667

Elizabeth Marie Confalone University Hospitals - Westshore Primary Care 26908 Detroit Road, Westlake 440-250-8660

Megan Oltmann Foot & Ankle Associates of Cleveland 33790 Bainbridge Road, Solon 440-903-1041

Psychiatry

Brian Barnett CC 1730 W. 25th St., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Karen Jacobs CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-9345

Leopoldo Pozuelo CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-3583

Adele Viguera CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Vrashali Jain CC 12300 McCracken Road, Garfield Heights 216-362-2000

Leslie Walker Leslie Walker, MD 20600 Chagrin Blvd., Shaker Heights 216-767-0440

Cathleen Anne Cerny-Suelzer UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-2400

Jeanne Marie Lackamp UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-2400

Eric John Reed UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-2400

Rajeet Shrestha UH 10524 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-2400

Jaina Amin

Signature Health Inc. 14701 Detroit Ave., Lakewood 216-766-6080

Radiation Oncology

Lanea Keller CC 5001 Rockside Road, Independence 216-447-9747

Dana Angelini CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-1730

Ehsan Balagamwala CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5571

Shauna Campbell CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5571

Samuel Chao CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-0007

Congratulations Dr. Theodore Parran

Dr. Theodore (Ted) Parran, MD, is once again being recognized as one of Cleveland Magazine’s Best Doctors in 2024. Dr. Parran is the co-medical director of Rosary Hall, St. Vincent Charity’s acclaimed program for the treatment of opioid and other substance use disorders. He is also a member of the faculty at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine and founder of the Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program at CWRU. Through his leadership and compassionate care, Dr. Parran has affected countless lives of those who suffer from the disease of addiction.

The personal battle to be free from alcohol or drug dependency is hard, but it can be won. At Rosary Hall,

Shlomo Koyfman CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5571

Chirag S. Shah CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-1923

Kevin Stephans CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5571

John Suh CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5571

Rahul Tendulkar CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5571

Gregory Videtic CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5571

Anthony Mastroianni CC 18200 Lorain Road, Cleveland 216-476-7606

Andrew Vassil CC 16761 S. Park Center, Strongsville 440-878-2500

Roger Ove MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-7328

Lauren Henke UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Angela Jia UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Janice Lyons UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

David Mansur UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Corey Speers UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

patients and families find the road to freedom in a recovery process that is compassionate, comprehensive and one of the oldest and best in the country. Conveniently located, Rosary Hall offers easy access to care.

Call Rosary Hall at 216.363.2570 to set up an appointment. Assessments can be completed and outpatient treatment can often begin within 24 to 48 hours.

Daniel Spratt UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Prashant Vempati UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Nicholas Zaorsky UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3951

Eli Scher UH 9485 Mentor Ave., Mentor 440-205-5788

Jennifer Dorth UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-286-3900

Jon Prescott Northern Ohio Regional Cancer Center 5260 Smith Road, Brook Park 216-265-4580

Radiology

Michael David Rubin ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8300

Stephen Jones CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-386-9767

Peter Liu CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-0889

Erin S. Murphy CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-4895

Andrei Purysko CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-9005

Timothy Kasprzak UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1700

Donna Plecha UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1700

Nikhil Ramaiya UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1700

Sree Tirumani UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1700

Reproductive Endocrinology / Infertility

Marjan Attaran CC 26900 Cedar Road, Beachwood 216-839-3150

Jenna Rehmer CC 26900 Cedar Road, Beachwood 216-839-3150

Elliott Richards CC 26900 Cedar Road, Beachwood 216-839-3150

Tommaso Falcone CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-839-3150

Julierut Tantibhedhyangkul CC 33100 Cleveland Clinic Blvd., Avon 216-839-3150

Priya B. Maseelall Reproductive Gynecology & Infertility 95 Arch St., Akron 330-375-7722

Joseph Findley UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-285-5028

Rebecca Flyckt UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-285-5028

Rachel Weinerman UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-285-5028

Rheumatology

Kathryn Cook ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8574

Abby Abelson CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-3876

Adam Brown CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-3864

Matthew Bunyard CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5632

Cassandra Calabrese CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-6996

Leonard Calabrese CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5258

Soumya Chatterjee CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-9945

Chad Deal CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6575

Rula Hajj-Ali CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-9643

M. Elaine Husni CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5632

Brian Mandell CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5632

Aditi Patel CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5257

Alexandra Villa-Forte CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-9437

Elizabeth B. Brooks CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Andrew Zeft CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8950

David E. Bacha

Crystal Arthritis Center, Inc. 471 N. Cleveland-Massillon Road, Akron 330-668-4045

Maria J. Antonelli MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2323

Nora G. Singer MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-2323

Rachel Waldman Unity Health Network - Fairlawn 2660 W. Market St., Fairlawn 330-926-3240

Marina N. Magrey UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-8500

David E. Blumenthal UH 3909 Orange Place, Orange Village 216-844-8500

Donna Sexton-Cicero UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 440-827-2807

Sleep Medicine

Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2165

Carlos Rodriguez CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-1352

Vaishal Shah CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5437

Dennis H. Auckley MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5864

John C. Carter MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5864

Vidya Krishnan MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-5864

Sally Ibrahim UH 5901 E. Royalton Road, Broadview Heights 216-844-7378

Susheel Patil UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7378

Kingman Strohl UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7378

Eric Yeh UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7378

Spine Surgery

R. Douglas Orr CC 1730 W. 25th St., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Iain Kalfas CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Ajit Krishnaney CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-5860

Thomas Mroz CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-9232

Dominic Pelle CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6191

Jason Savage CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-8126

Richard Schlenk CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-4318

Michael Steinmetz CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-5754

Carrie A. Diulus

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center - Fairlawn I 3975 Embassy Parkway, Fairlawn 866-870-0016

Jonathan E. Belding MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4393

Timothy A. Moore MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-8822

Jerold P. Gurley The Cleveland Spine Institute 7215 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Heights 440-816-2225

Christopher Furey UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 216-220-7353

Zachary Gordon UH 1000 Auburn Drive, Beachwood 440-482-7328

Manish Kasliwal UH 11409 State Road, North Royalton 440-743-2775

Gabriel A. Smith UH 29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-761-1549

Toomas Anton Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-926-3322

Sports Medicine

Joseph Congeni ACH 215 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-8260

Richard Figler CC 5555 Transportation Blvd., Garfield Heights 216-839-3734

James Rosneck CC 5555 Transportation Blvd., Garfield Heights 216-518-3444

Mark Schickendantz CC 5555 Transportation Blvd., Garfield Heights 216-518-3444

Lutul Farrow CC 16761 S. Park Center, Strongsville 216-518-3444

Anne Rex CC 2570 SOM Center Road, Willoughby Hills 216-518-3444

Heather A. Rainey MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4414

Nilesh Shah SH One Park W. Blvd., Akron 330-835-5533

Mary Solomon UH 5901 E. Royalton Road, Broadview Heights 216-250-3703

Benjamin Boswell UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-983-7529

Susannah Briskin UH 3999 Richmond Road, Willoughby 216-983-7529

Allison Schroeder UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-983-7529

Amanda Weiss Kelly UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-220-7388

Robert Flannery UH 1945 Recreation Lane, Avon 216-983-7510

Surgical Oncology

Zahraa AlHilli CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-3024

Daniel Joyce CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6665

Robert Simon CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6665

R. Matthew Walsh CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6664

Natalie E. Joseph MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-7328

Stacy J. Kowalsky MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Benjamin D. Li MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4188

Jeffrey M. Hardacre UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-7047

Scott Wilhelm UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-8283

Jordan Winter UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-5777

Amanda Amin UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-896-1787

John Ammori UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-1777

Richard Hoehn UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-8904

Lee M. Ocuin UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-286-8274

Luke Rothermel UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-8247

Thoracic Surgery

Andrew Feczko CC 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-449-8890

Usman Ahmad CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-1921

Sudish Murthy CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5640

Siva Raja CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-6860

Daniel Raymond CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-636-1623

Dean Schraufnagel CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-8126

Monisha Sudarshan CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6860

Eric A. Espinal SH 75 Arch St., Akron 330-384-9001

Jillian Sinopoli UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-5003

Boxiang Jiang UH 125 E. Broad St., Elyria 216-844-7244

Leonidas Tapias Vargas UH 36060 Euclid Ave., Willoughby 440-918-6815

Philip Linden UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3800

Christopher Towe UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3800

Urology

Robert Abouassaly CC 18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5600

Ryan Berglund CC 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 216-444-5600

Steven Campbell CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5600

Georges-Pascal Haber CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5600

Samuel Haywood CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5600

Jihad Kaouk CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-5600

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Christopher Weight CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 866-320-4573

Hadley Wood CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2146

Sarah Vij CC 33100 Cleveland Clinic Blvd., Avon 440-695-4000

Charles S. Modlin Jr. MH 10 Severance Circle, Cleveland Heights 216-524-7377

Carvell T. Nguyen MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Shubham Gupta UH 29001 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst 440-482-7418

Irina Jaeger UH 29001 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst 440-745-5983

Jonathan Shoag UH 29001 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst 440-732-3666

Ramy Abou Ghayda UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 419-289-6000

Aram Loeb UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 440-887-9139

Lee Ponsky UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216- 293-8226

Michael Zell UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216- 293-8226

Randy Vince UH 8819 Quincy Ave., Cleveland 216-721-7189

David Sheyn UH 13170 Ravenna Road, Chardon 440-285-9229

Sangeeta Mahajan UH 5850 Landerbrook Drive, Mayfield Heights 440-646-2211

Rashed Ghandour UH 9000 Mentor Ave., Mentor 440-974-4403

Adam Calaway UH 6681 Ridge Road, Parma 440-887-9139

Kirtishri Mishra UH 6681 Ridge Road, Parma 440-887-9139

Adonis Hijaz UH 29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-870-8239

Jason Jankowski UH 29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake 440-617-4726

Vascular / Interventional Radiology

Janice McDaniel ACH 214 W. Bowery St., Akron 330-543-0834

David I. Rosenblum Akron Radiology, Inc. 525 E. Market St., Akron 330-375-3043

Abraham Levitin CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-2244

Charles Martin CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-6640

James Scott Williams MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-7800

Christopher Sutter UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3363

Nami Azar UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 440-596-5758

Jon Davidson UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 440-596-5758

William Pedersen UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3363

Vascular Medicine

G. Jay Bishop CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-3689

Scott Cameron CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-1680

Marcelo Gomes CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4420

Natalia Fendrikova Mahlay CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-2477

Natalie Evans UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3800

Heather Gornik UH 125 E. Broad St., Elyria 216-844-3800

Teresa Carman UH 960 Clague Road, Westlake 216-844-3800

Vascular Surgery

Anthony Rizzo CC 6801 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Heights 440-461-1150

Ravi Ambani CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-445-0452

Francis Caputo CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4508

Ali Khalifeh CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 866-320-4573

Lee Kirksey CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4508

Sean Lyden CC 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-444-4508

Roy Miler CC 20455 Lorain Road, Fairview Park 440-333-8600

Christopher J. Smith CC 20455 Lorain Road, Fairview Park 440-333-8600

Gilles Pinault VA 10701 East Blvd., Cleveland 216-791-3800

Garietta N. Falls MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

James M. Persky MH 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland 216-778-4391

Gregory J. Rogers Southwest General Medical Group, Inc. - Vascular Surgical Associates 7255 Old Oak Blvd., Middleburg Heights 440-816-2786

Drazen Petrinec SH 201 Fifth St. NE, Barberton 330-475-1616

Jae Cho UH 3999 Richmond Road, Beachwood 216-844-3800

Benjamin Colvard UH 254 Cleveland Ave., Amherst 216-844-3800

Karem Harth UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3800

Woosup Park UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3800

William Yoon UH 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland 216-844-3800

Nicole Ramon

Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7758

Jeffrey Stanley Western Reserve Physicians, Inc.Western Reserve Hospital 1900 23rd St., Cuyahoga Falls 330-971-7758

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Crystal Clinic’s award-winning physicians have earned a reputation for helping people get past pain and back to doing the things they love. We’ve also earned the praise of

Raymond W. Acus III, M.D. ✓ Orthopaedics

Jason Boyd, M.D. Orthopaedics

James D. Brodell, Sr., M.D. Orthopaedics

Travis Cleland, D.O. Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Derek Cody, M.D., FACS ✓ Plastics & Reconstruction

Erin M. Dean, M.D. Foot & Ankle

Paul R. Fleissner, Jr., M.D. ✓ Pediatric Orthopaedics

Robert M. Fumich, M.D. Orthopaedics

Ian M. Gradisar, M.D. ✓ Orthopaedics

Haiqiao (Tom) Jiao, M.D. Hand & Upper Extremity

Jonathan A. Kase, M.D. Orthopaedics

David B. Kay, M.D., FAAOS Foot & Ankle

Matthew E. Levy, M.D. ✓ Orthopaedics

Phillip J. Lewandowski, M.D. ✓ Orthopaedics

Mollie Manley, M.D., M.S. Hand & Upper Extremity

Scot D. Miller, D.O., M.B.A. Spine

Ronald C. Mineo, D.O. ✓ Orthopaedics

Shayda J. Mirhaidari, M.D. Plastics & Reconstruction

Thomas J. Reilly, Jr., M.D. ✓ Hand & Upper Extremity

William F. Scully, M.D. Orthopaedics

William A. Pakan, M.D. Orthopaedics

Gary A. Pennington, M.D. Plastics & Reconstruction

Brad M. Picha, M.D. Orthopaedics & Spine

Nathan Rech, D.O. Foot & Ankle

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highly respected medical organizations that have awarded us exceptional ratings in surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction.* Meet our physicians at CrystalClinic.com/Physicians.

Jordan Etscheidt, M.D. ✓ Orthopaedics

Emily L. Exten, M.D., FAAOS Foot & Ankle

John W. Dietrich, M.D. Hand & Upper Extremity

Carrie A. Diulus, M.D. ✓ Spine

Lewis A. Diulus III, M.D. ✓ Plastics & Reconstruction

Douglas M. Ehrler, M.D. Spine

Timothy Y. T. Ko, M.D. Pain Management

John K. Krebs, M.D. Hand & Upper Extremity

Jovan R. Laskovski, M.D. ✓ Orthopaedics

Brian Law, M.D., FAAOS Foot & Ankle

James P. Kennedy, M.D. ✓ Orthopaedics

James Klejka, M.D. Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Nathan A. Monaco, M.D. Hand & Upper Extremity

Mark M. Musgrave, M.D. Orthopaedics

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Jeffrey S. Noble, M.D. Orthopaedics

Curtis R. Noel, M.D. Orthopaedics

Craig A. Siesel, M.D. Orthopaedics

Rafal Z. Stachowicz, M.D. Hand & Upper Extremity

Kurtis N. Stemple, M.D. Orthopaedics

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METROHEALTH

THE METROHEALTH SYSTEM

2500 MetroHealth Dr., Cleveland, OH 44109, 216-778-7800, metrohealth.org

Founded in 1837, METROHEALTH is Cuyahoga County’s public, safety-net hospital system, providing care through five hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers. Each day, nearly 9,000 employees focus on providing our community with equitable healthcare—through patient-focused research, access to care and support services—seeking to eradicate health disparities rooted in systematic barriers. The system serves more than 300,000 patients annually, two-thirds of whom are uninsured or covered by Medicare or Medicaid. MetroHealth is building a new kind of hospital system, intentionally structured to serve every person. Through a focus on health eq uity—making sure each person has the resources they need to live a healthier life—MetroHealth extends care beyond the walls of the hospital. Because nearly 80% of a person’s health is determined by factors beyond medical care, MetroHealth works to make resources like healthy food, secure housing, accessible transportation and fruitful employment available to each person in our community. MetroHealth’s Institute for H.O.P.E.™ (Health, Opportunity, Partnership, Empowerment and Equity), screens people for health-related social needs and connects them with local community agencies that can provide necessary support. The Institute also manages the Food as Medicine program, which assists patients in improving their nutrition as a component of medical treatment and works with other community organizations across the region to offer housing assistance, financial counseling, digital literacy trainings, social services navigation assistance and more. MetroHealth is recognized nationally by peers in maternal-fetal medicine, cardiology, trau-

ma surgery, emergency medicine, burn care, critical care, stroke care, neurosurgery, rehabilitation and primary care. MetroHealth is home to Cuyahoga Coutnty’s most experienced Level I Adult Trauma Center and Ohio’s only adult and pediatric trauma and burn center. Additionally, the MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute is one of the top recipients in the nation for rehabilitation research funding and one of the best rehabilitation hospitals in the nation for patients recovering from stroke, brain injury and spinal cord injury. As a premier teaching hospital affiliated with Case Western Reserve University since 1914, MetroHealth is training tomorrow’s healthcare leaders.

All active medical staff members are faculty at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. MetroHealth has 47 residency and fellowship programs and trains more than 2,000 students, residents and fellows each year. The MetroHealth Research Institute has over 100 active researchers and nearly 200 active clinical trials at any given moment. Research focuses on four areas: rehabilitation, population health and equity, cancer, and emergency care. The MetroHealth Main Campus houses the Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s Lincoln-West School of Science & Health, the only high school in America located inside a hospital. At the center of main campus is The Glick Center, a new state-of-the-art hospital situated in the nation’s first EcoDistrict anchored by a healthcare system. The MetroHealth System is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Airica Steed, Ed.D., MBA, RN, CSSMBB, FACHE, IASSC, the first woman, the first person of color, and the first nurse to serve as CEO.

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APEX DERMATOLOGY & SKIN SURGERY CENTER

29111 Cedar Road, Mayfield Heights, OH 44123

833-279-7546, apexskin.com

SPECIALTIES: General, Surgical and Aesthetic Dermatology.

LOCATIONS: Ashtabula, Avon, Canton, Concord, Cuyahoga Falls, Hudson, Lorain, Mayfield Heights, Medina, Mentor, Parma, Solon and Westlake.

WHAT SETS THEM APART: The practice prides themselves in easy access to expert dermatology care, including same-day appointments. MISSION STATEMENT: Transforming lives through healthy skin.

FOGLIETTI FOSTYK PLASTIC SURGERY 22901 Mill Creek Blvd., Suite 145, Beachwood, OH 44122 216-292-6800, allnewyou.com

SPECIALTIES: Cosmetic Plastic Surgery. LOCATION: Beachwood. WHAT SETS THEM APART: They are one of the only father-daughter plastic surgery practices in the United States, with the perfect fusion of private practice and academic medicine. TECHNOLOGY: The practice is renowned for creating innovative surgical techniques to obtain first-rate outcomes in cosmetic surgery. PHILOSOPHY: “The skill you deserve, the experience you trust.” EDUCATION: Both attended The Ohio State University for their undergraduate studies and Ohio University’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine for their medical

degrees. AFFILIATIONS: Ohio University’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Cleveland Clinic. MOST GRATIFYING PART OF THEIR WORK: Since 2011, they’ve been fortuned with the opportunity to perform reconstructive surgery on pediatric hand and burn patients during an annual mission trip in Colombia, treating children who would otherwise grow up with debilitating conditions. MISSION STATEMENT: They strive to provide an atmosphere of compassionate care in which each patient’s desires to make positive changes to their appearance become realized.

DR. MARK A. FOGLIETTI & DR. ALANNA FOGLIETTI FOSTYK

DR. JONATHAN FRANKEL

FRANKEL FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY

5885 Landerbrook Drive, Suite 150, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124 216-399-9550, clevelandfacialplastics.com

SPECIALTIES: Facial Plastic Surgery. LOCATIONS: Mayfield Heights. WHAT SETS HIM APART: Dr. Frankel is a double board-certified, fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in cosmetic surgery of the face and neck. He has a dedicated focus in rhinoplasty and facial rejuvenation procedures such as facelift, blepharoplasty, fat grafting and skin resurfacing. Dr. Frankel performs surgery within his AAAASF fully accredited operating room, located within his aesthetic center. TECHNOLOGY: Dr. Frankel has extensive experience in the most advanced techniques of facial rejuvation, including the Extended Deep Plane Facelift. This procedure results in a profoundly refreshed, youthful appearance without the “pulled tight” look seen with more traditional techniques. Dr. Frankel offers skin-resurfacing treatments with a state-of-theart CO2 fractionated laser. Dr. Frankel utilizes Piezo ultrasonic technology to achieve precise rhinoplasty results, minimizing discomfort and recovery time. PHILOSOPHY: The goal of cosmetic surgery is to help patients look and feel their best while maintaining individual beauty. EDUCATION: B.A. University

of Pennsylvania, magna cum laude; Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine; Head & Neck Surgery Residency CWRU; American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship. AFFILIATIONS: Clinical Instructor CWRU SOM HNS, University Hospitals. MOST GRATIFYING PART OF HIS WORK: Dr. Frankel was drawn to the field by his interests in fine arts and surgery, but the most rewarding part of his work is the relationships he forms with his patients. He values the trust patients place in him and is motivated by patients’ smiles and improved self-confidence. MISSION STATEMENT: To enhance lives by combining artistry, expertise and compassion to deliver exceptional facial plastic surgery solutions. Dr. Frankel’s mission is to empower individuals to embrace their unique beauty and achieve natural, transformative results. Through meticulous surgical techniques, innovative technologies and personalized care, Frankel Facial Plastic Surgery is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of patients and promoting overall well-being.

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS

11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44106

1-866-UH4-CARE (1-866-844-2273), uhhospitals.org

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS defines medical excellence and innovation, making us an employer of choice for the nation’s and Cleveland’s Best Doctors. Through advancing the science of health and the art of compassion, we fulfill our mission – To Heal. To Teach. To Discover – attracting like-minded, top-tier physicians.

WITH MORE THAN 350 SITES of care across 16 counties, 30,000 dedicated physicians and caregivers and nearly $6.0 billion in revenue, University Hospitals is the second-largest healthcare employer in Northeast Ohio and the eighth-largest overall in the state. We’re proud of our numerous accolades, including as a top employer from Becker’s Healthcare and World’s Most Ethical from Ethisphere. Our flagship Academic Medical Center, UH Cleveland Medical Center, provides complex quaternary care and is the training ground for nearly 1,200 residents and fellows across 110 residency programs. We maintain affiliations with prestigious institutions, including NEOMED, Case Western Reserve University School of

Medicine, Oxford University, Technion Israel Institute of Technology and National Taiwan University College of Medicine.

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS is home to UH Seidman Cancer Center, part of the NCI-designated Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, and is a top-funded research institution with a $197 million total research portfolio and over 3,400 active clinical research studies. Our UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital ranks among the nation’s best, and UH MacDonald Women's Hospital is Ohio's only dedicated hospital for women.

IMPORTANTLY, our network of community hospitals not only brings high quality care close to home, but offers some of the most innovative services, including cancer care, cardiac catheterization laboratories, trauma centers, special neonatal care, sports medicine and specialty care for men.

Through our dedicated team and vast network, University Hospitals leads in providing exceptional care, groundbreaking research and a supportive environment where the best doctors in the area can thrive.

DR. BAHMAN GUYURON

ZEEBA CLINIC

29017 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst, OH 44124 440-461-7999, drbahmanguyuron.com

SPECIALTIES: Migraine surgery, rhinoplasty and plastic surgery of the face and neck. LOCATION: Lyndhurst. WHAT SETS HIM APART: 44 years of experience in plastic surgery is irreplaceable, particularly when the focus is narrowed to migraines, rhinoplasty and the face, which are most challenging. Not only are these Dr. Guyuron’s specialties, but he has taught these topics internationally for four decades. TECHNOLOGY: Dr. Guyuron’s office is equipped with stateof-the-art technology. PHILOSOPHY: Because of its scholarly and academic nature, the practice is on the forefront of new developments and is often pioneering new techniques. EDUCATION: Tehran University Medical School; General Surgery at Boston University; Plastic Surgery Training at Cleveland Clinic, additional special facial training at Toronto University. AFFILIATIONS: Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals. MOST GRATIFYING

PART OF HIS WORK: Seeing patients’ quality of life improved, whether related to the elimination of migraine headaches or correction of facial flaws that result in improved image and self-confidence. MISSION STATEMENT: “No matter how rich one’s life is in every other regard, when the quality of life is marred by pain or poor self-image, the enjoyment will be diminished,” Dr. Guyuron says. His team strives to improve this part of life for their patients, offering the best care that can be provided anywhere in the world here in Cleveland. With patients from 49 states of the United States and numerous countries in the world, Dr. Guyuron is fortunate to have a deeply dedicated team to help care for patients. “It is gratifying that colleagues have voted me the top plastic surgeon in rhinoplasty and in facial surgery, based on a Newsweek survey of 5,000 plastic surgeons,” he says. “This is an honor that I cherish enormously.”

PONSKY FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY

3700 Park E. Drive, Suite 160, Beachwood, OH 44122 216-508-4055, drdianaponsky.com

SPECIALTIES: Plastic surgery of the face, head and neck.LOCATION: Beachwood. WHAT SETS HER APART: Dr. Ponsky aims to give each patient a personalized experience throughout their cosmetic surgery journey. With years of expertise, she excels in linking patients’ physical and emotional well-being to their outward appearance. She prides herself on enhancing patients’ natural beauty, achieving results that are never artificial or “operated”, and ensuring they look like themselves, refreshed and radiant, not “pulled” or “tucked”.

TECHNOLOGY: Dr. Ponsky’s boutique practice ensures long-term patient satisfaction by offering the latest technology and the highest level of care and expertise. PHILOSOPHY: Dr. Ponsky builds relationships and trust through thorough education, meticulous attention to detail and compassionate care. She focuses on achieving results that exude authenticity, confidence and

natural beauty. EDUCATION: New York University, undergraduate studies; Georgetown University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine and residency in otolaryngology; Case Western Reserve University Medical Center, fellowship. AFFILIATIONS: Assistant Professor, Department of Otolaryngology, University Hospitals. MOST GRATIFYING PART OF HER WORK: Helping patients discover a revitalized version of themselves and witnessing their increased confidence as a result. MISSION STATEMENT: Dr. Ponsky aims to enhance the natural beauty of patients by providing personalized facial aesthetic services with the highest level of expertise, integrity and compassion. She strives to exceed patients’ expectations by delivering results that improve their confidence and quality of life. The practice values patients’ trust and treats each one with the utmost respect and care.

DR. DIANA PONSKY

SIGNATURE MEDS, LLC 19050 Lorain Road, Fairview Park, OH 44126 216-252-8000, signaturemeds.net

SPECIALTIES: Internal Medicine with a specialization in Geriatric Medicine. LOCATION: Fairview Park for private medical practice, in addition to infusion suites and admitting privileges at Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital. WHAT SETS HIM APART: Dr. Shahed’s private medical practice allows his team to spend adequate time with patients. Practicing independently allows them to care for patients collaboratively in any system. PHILOSOPHY: To create a customized, comprehensive health plan structured to assist each patient and reach their optimal health goals. EDUCATION: Aleppo University, Faculty of Medicine; Further training at St. Vincent Medical Center; Fellowship at William Beaumont Hospital, Michigan. AFFILIATIONS: Aleppo University, St. Vincent Medical Center and William Beaumont Hospital. MOST GRATIFYING PART OF HIS WORK: Collaborating with patients and families to build a trusting, longlasting relationship. MISSION STATEMENT: Dr. Shahed aims to do the best for patients by providing high-quality, comprehensive patient care across the board through collaborative and innovative healthcare. Dr. Shahed values working for his patients, not for a system.

DR. MOHAMED SHAHED

TOTONCHI PLASTIC SURGERY

29017 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst, OH 44124 440-461-7999, drtotonchi.com

SPECIALTIES: Rhinoplasty, facelift, eyelid, body cosmetic and migraine procedures. LOCATIONS: Lyndhurst and Westlake. WHAT SETS HIM APART: Dr. Totonchi is recognized for his personalized planning with an artistic eye for details and his dedication to patient care. TECHNOLOGY: The practice utilizes progressive technology for minimal and non-invasive procedures. PHILOSOPHY: Optimizing patient satisfaction through exceptional patient care. EDUCATION: General and plastic surgery residency, cosmetic facial

fellowship, craniofacial facial fellowship at University Hospital Case Western Medical Center. AFFILIATIONS: Case Western Reserve University. MOST GRATIFYING PART OF HIS WORK: The most gratifying part of Dr. Totonchi’s work is helping patients be the best version of themselves. MISSION STATEMENT: Dr. Totonchi aims to provide a unique patient experience, so to become their practice of choice.

DR. ALI TOTONCHI

DR. MICHAEL YERUKHIM

THE CLEVELAND AESTHETICS CENTER

7215 Old Oak Blvd., Suite A414, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 440-816-2776, clevelandaesthetics.com

SPECIALTIES: Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. LOCATION: Middleburg Heights. WHAT SETS HIM APART: Dr. Yerukhim and his team prioritize individualized care, expertise and artistry, compassion and empathy, empowerment and confidence and natural results. The practice is committed to providing clients with a transformative aesthetic experience that goes beyond the surface. TECHNOLOGY: The practice utilizes Deep Plane Facelift, Mini Facelift, Rhinoplasty, Liquid Rhinoplasty, Blepharoplasty, Neck lift, Lip Lift, Otoplasty, Dermabrasion, Profound RF, RHA Fillers and Neuromodulators. PHILOSOPHY: Dr. Yerukhim is dedicated to empowering patients to embrace their authentic selves, and achieving their aesthetic aspirations through a personalized and compassionate approach. He believes that aesthetic enhancement is not about conforming to a standard, but about celebrating

individuality and fostering confidence from the inside out. EDUCATION: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Otolaryngology; University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, residency; Fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York. AFFILIATIONS: Dr. Yerukhim has privileges at independent entities, as well as Cleveland Clinic and University Hospital entities such as Southwest General Hospital, Fairview General, St. John Westshore and Avon Hospital. MOST GRATIFYING PART OF HIS WORK: Seeing patients’ eyes light up when they take that that first look in the mirror or that first clear breath. MISSION STATEMENT: Dr. Yerukhim empowers clients to embrace their inner beauty and unlock their true potential by artfully merging technical mastery with personalized artistry to reveal the stunning results they desire.

DR. RICHARD LAVI

ALLERGY ASTHMA & SINUS RELIEF CENTER

8054 Darrow Road, Suite 2, Twinsburg, OH 44087 330-423-4444, aaasrc.com

SPECIALTIES: Allergy & Immunology. LOCATIONS: Twinsburg and Fairlawn. WHAT SETS HIM APART: Dr. Lavi is triple boardcertified in internal medicine, pediatrics and Allergy/Immunology. TECHNOLOGY: The practice utilizes electronic medical records, patient portals and telemedicine. PHILOSOPHY: To treat all patients as he would those closest to him to the best of his ability. EDUCATION: Brown University, medical school; MetroHealth Medical Center, residency; University of South Florida, fellowship. AFFILIATIONS: American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, American Academy of Pediatrics. MOST GRATIFYING PART OF HIS WORK: The most gratifying part of Dr. Lavi’s work is being able to treat entire families and helping people have a healthier and happier life. MISSION STATEMENT: Dr. Lavi aims to treat his patients the way he treats his own family.

DR. LAUREN GUREN

ALLIED DERMATOLOGY AND SKIN SURGERY 5915 Landerbrook Drive, Suite 120, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124 216-382-3806, alliedderm.com

SPECIALTIES: Dermatology. LOCATION: Mayfield Heights. WHAT SETS HER APART: Dr. Guren consistently aims to provide the most comfortable environment for her patients, knowing that people can often be nervous going to a doctor’s office. Skin issues can range from frustrating, scary, embarrassing and everything in between, so she wants patients to feel confident and comfortable in her ability to help them find the best solutions for their care. PHILOSOPHY: Each patient deserves to be heard and cared for in the same, kind way regardless of age, race or gender. EDUCATION: Temple University School of Medicine, Cleveland Clinic internship and residency. MOST GRATIFYING PART OF HER WORK: The most gratifying part of Dr. Guren’s work is allowing patients to live with more confidence and fewer symptoms of skin conditions, and getting to know her patients and their families. She greatly appreciates the gesture when they choose to refer her practice to their friends and relatives. MISSION STATEMENT: To promote the highest quality of health for patients with skin disease.

DR. JENNIFER GREER

GREER PLASTIC SURGERY

6101 Heisley Road, Mentor, OH 44060 440-974-8577, greerplastics.org

SPECIALTIES: Body contouring and breast surgery, including augmentation, reduction and lift. LOCATION: Mentor. WHAT SETS HER APART: Dr. Greer has an all-female staff, many of whom have undergone the treatments and procedures themselves. TECHNOLOGY: The practice utilizes HALO Laser, Forever Young BBL, ProFractional laser, Contour tunable resurfacing laser, Vivace radiofrequency microneedling and platelet-rich plasma injections. PHILOSOPHY: Dr. Greer tailors treatments to patients’ personal goals in a judgement-free environment. EDUCATION: University of Chicago, undergraduate studies; Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Masters in Ethics; Residency at Saint Louis University Hospital. AFFILIATIONS: University Hospitals Beachwood Medical Center, Mentor Surgery Center. MOST GRATIFYING PART OF HER WORK: Watching patients develop a glow of self-confidence after their treatment. MISSION STATEMENT: Through plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments, Dr. Greer’s aim is to help patients achieve lasting, natural results, for a confidence boost like no other.

DR. MEGAN OLTMANN

FOOT & ANKLE ASSOCIATES OF CLEVELAND 33790 Bainbridge Road, Suite 201, Solon, OH 44139 440-903-1041, solonfootandankle.com

SPECIALTIES: Diabetic Limb Salvage, Sports Medicine, Bunion and Hammertoe Surgery. LOCATION: Solon, UH Twinsburg, UH Main Campus. WHAT SETS HER APART: Dr. Oltmann takes great pride in educating patients, medical students and residents with the latest medical education. She is also known as the bestselling co-author of Chronicles of Women in White Coats 3 TECHNOLOGY: Minimally invasive surgery, advanced wound care including biological skin substitutes and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. PHILOSOPHY: Medicine is a beautiful art that requires patience, perseverance and compassion. EDUCATION: Podiatry School: Kent State University of Podiatric Medicine; Residency: Cleveland Clinic/Mercy Health. AFFILIATIONS: American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, University Hospitals Podiatric Surgery Residency, Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, Medical Director of UH Twinsburg Wound Center, University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital. MISSION STATEMENT: Dr. Oltmann’s mission is to educate patients while alleviating their pain and discomfort.

DR. PRIYA B. MASEELALL

REPRODUCTIVE GYNECOLOGY AND INFERTILITY

330-375-7722, rgiohio.com

SPECIALTIES: Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Obstetrics and Gynecology. LOCATIONS: Akron and Independence. WHAT SETS HER APART: Dr. Maseelall offers compassionate personalized care and comprehensive fertility treatment services, innovative technology and a true collaborative approach as patients are guided on their path to parenthood. TECHNOLOGY: State-of-the-art infertility services from initial testing all the way through in vitro fertilization, intracytoplasmic sperm injection and egg, sperm and embryo cryopreservation. PHILOSOPHY: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art fertility care. EDUCATION: Medical degree: Wright State University; Residency: Summa Health System; Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Fellowship: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. AFFILIATIONS: Summa Health System, Aultman Hospital, Western Reserve Hospital. MOST GRATIFYING PART OF HER WORK: Dr. Maseelall is most gratified by building relationships with patients, while helping them realize their dream of becoming parents and watching their families grow. MISSION STATEMENT: “We fulfill dreams by building families.”

THESE PHYSICIANS HAVE BEEN SELECTED AS TOPS IN THEIR FIELDS BY THEIR PEERS.

Dr. Gerace is a board-certified family medicine physician at NOMS My Family Practice. He’s been practicing in the Westlake, Ohio area for many years and is dedicated to providing

compassionate care to all his patients.

DR. JOHN GERACE

Project-Based Learning,

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Life’s Work

It starts on Day One and never stops. STEM learning is much more than the acronym suggests, and it’s learning for life.

How do you define STEM without the S, T, E and M — taking science, technology, engineering and math out of the equation entirely?

The question is a stumper.

But Kate O’Hara likes to pass out Post-its for scribbling ideas to the rooms of teachers she consults with as coordinator for the Ohio STEM Learning Network Northeast Ohio hub.

Words like collaboration, rigor,

planning, problem-solving and thinking outside the box fill those notes. “They come up with all these characteristics of STEM, and then I’ll say, ‘Isn’t that what good teaching and learning is?’” relates O’Hara, also an assistant professor of research for STEM Education at Cleveland State University.

When STEM emerged as an acronym and initiative in 2009, the number of graduates in these fields dwindled. “We needed more people to graduate

with STEM-related degrees, but that is not how STEM has evolved,” O’Hara says.

Basically, STEM is an interdisciplinary approach to life, and there’s a real hard-knock aspect to it that instills grit.

“In our Google world, we want immediate answers, so part of STEM learning is pushing yourself to move through authentic problem-solving,” says Kim Corrigan, a Laurel Upper School science teacher who works with

students on research projects.

Rather than asking “Alexa, what’s the notification?” and getting an instant response, inquiry- and project-based learning promotes an old-school skill of figuring it out with newfound tools.

With try-fail-overcome experiences come valuable soft skills and character development, which the Belding family has witnessed with their children, particularly Eve, a rising senior at Laurel School.

She and a few close friends started The Science Sisters and launched the school’s first LEGO League team that went to state finals in year one. Now, Eve is on a project at Case Western Reserve University’s Sears think[box] helping conduct research.

“She was in the lab chatting up a bunch of Ph.D.s — I couldn’t even imagine this a year ago,” says her father, Jonathan Belding, an orthopedic spine surgery specialist at MetroHealth.

Eve’s charge, in overly simplistic terms: to slow down a robot that’s going too fast. “Her growth has been tremendous — the ability to ask questions and feel comfortable getting information from people who are a lot more senior than her,” Belding says.

He likens it to watching medical residents evolve their patient communications. “Initially, they have the technical skills,” he relates. “Then, they become more comfortable translating those to a layperson.”

He adds, “A majority of [STEM] isn’t necessarily math or building the robots. With these projects, they work together, they create a pitch and present to judges.”

STEM bucks the notion that every player gets a trophy, in a healthy way, and the learning starts on day one and never stops.

THE EARLY YEARS

“Children are born curious,” says Kirsten Ellenbogen, president and CEO of Great Lakes Science Center. “They’re scientists in the crib, and the more we appreciate what young

children are doing as they are learning, the easier it is to help them stay curious.”

Take a typical scenario: A tiny one pushes a bowl off the highchair tray and watches while it plops to the ground — again and again and again.

It’s cause and effect.

“As parents, we have trouble being patient through that, but it’s an experiment: learning, interacting with the world, testing,” Ellenbogen relates. “And they don’t get it the first time.

Repetition at a young age is a key part of learning.”

A mindset shift from “this is frustrating” to “this is learning” goes a long way. “It’s not always easy,” Ellenbogen says. “But it can help us see our children in a different light.”

She adds, “It’s important that children value learning as an adventure, an opportunity — something they are excited to do.”

Early experiences playing in the backyard, visiting parks and discov-

ering interesting places provide fodder for encouraging STEM thinking. “Part of what science centers and museums do best is help people develop interests,” Ellenbogen says.

“You don’t have to know STEM to have a conversation about it,” she points out.

Just ask, how do you think it works?

GRADE SCHOOL STEM

“In grades K to 8, it’s all about integration and exploration,” says Mindy Byrnes, a second-grade teacher at Laurel’s Primary School.

Technology is so seamlessly integrated across subjects and projects that it becomes second nature. But it’s not really about the tech. For instance, by the time students complete second grade, they know their way around the Seesaw learning management system.

“They can take pictures of documents they create and post them in a journal,” Byrnes says.

The tech is a tool to gain more complex growth-mindset skills, such as realizing progress from hard work. “They record themselves reading a passage on Seesaw at the beginning and end of the year, and they can compare how far they’ve come,” Byrnes says.

Thematic learning is an emphasis — connecting areas of study like social studies and science or language arts and math with collaborative projects. Those launch with a universal question.

For instance, second graders are studying the effects of where we live on how we live. “We do that with a study of natural resources and compare different regions and how people of the past used those to survive,” Byrnes explains.

An overarching “investigate the

world around you” aspect to these projects establishes a local-global connection, which is every bit a STEM concept as coding.

In primary school, this includes a Power and Purpose program that integrates engineering, math, language arts and community service. Fourth graders have built bridges, benches and even a dock extending into a pond on the Butler Campus. The best part: a tangible product that transforms their learning environment and instills a feeling of, “I did it.”

A study of water as a natural resource tied to the Great Lakes kicked off with a trip to the school’s entrance, close to Byrnes' classroom. There, the students review the mission statement: to inspire each girl to fulfill her promise and better the world. “I emphasize this piece of bettering the world,” she says. “Then, we bring it full-circle during our

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Cleveland Creates

GREAT LAKES SCIENCE CENTER OPENS A REGIONALLY RICH PERMANENT STEM SHOWCASE.

With multiple access points to experience STEM and its crossfunctional, totally connected tie to how life works, the Great Lakes Science Center Cleveland Creates Gallery presented by The SherwinWilliams Company is a new, permanent exhibit that invites exploration.

For kids who think science isn't their jam, a game-changer is here, as exhibits throughout the space promote conversation and lots of question-asking.

Every eighth-grade CMSD class-

room visits to learn about data, variables, sensors, robotics, blockchain as a database and more. “You can dive into a big-data game and learn about artificial intelligence or experience visual programming and use it to change the look of the Guardians of Traffic,” says Ellenbogen.

Real-life representations of STEM professionals from across the community are directly embedded into these exhibits.

“You can see people just like you who are engineers, scientists and

leaders in the tech and manufacturing arenas,” Ellenbogen says.

The gallery includes dual language interactive elements, videos and labels — a nod to inclusion and a move meant to invite language learning into STEM.

A reconstructed Terminal Tower central to the gallery is chock full of every sensor you can imagine or never knew about. Ellenbogen says, “You can try out the same sensors used in today’s advanced manufacturing.”

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project to ask, ‘How can I make a difference?’”

As O’Hara noted, there’s nothing straight-up science, tech, engineering and math about today’s STEM. It’s integrated, inspired teaching and learning — making vital connections.

Next, the class visited the Lake Erie shoreline to partner with the Alliance for the Great Lakes, collecting water quality and beach condition data. They picked up trash — and, yes, analyzed it. What type of stuff are people tossing into the watershed?

Students dispatched data to the alliance.

Project-based learning through the years gives kids access points to STEM concepts, so the learner who says, “meh,” to math might discover an interest in an artistic aspect of a study.

Corrigan notes how a higher-level engineering course requires technical

“There is an important intersection between STEM fields and the humanities, and the skills of the future cross those — creativity, working through an idea from conceptualization to implementation."

– Dr. Kirsten Ellenbogen , CEO, Great Lakes Science Center

drawing. “That connects the artists to STEM,” she says.

Ellenbogen adds, “There is an im-

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portant intersection between STEM fields and the humanities, and the skills of the future cross those — creativity, working through an idea from conceptualization to implementation. The ability to change what you’ve created applies whether you are engineering a solution or writing and editing a story.”

WORKFORCE READINESS

Expanding community and global connections through STEM and projectbased learning leads to career exploration and hands-on experiences. Eve’s growth as an inquisitive learner landed her at think[box].

There are many pathways.

Career tech education is the ultimate hands-on, problem-solving learning with real-world application, and it’s highly accessible. “For the longest time, career tech was thought of as ‘manual

labor’ and for kids who aren’t going to college, but that’s not at all the case,” says Yakoob Badat, coordinator for West Shore Career-Technical District.

West Shore is one of a half-dozen career planning districts in Cuyahoga County, including Heights Career Tech and Cuyahoga Valley Career Center. Badat says, “Creativity and innovation are skills that career tech allows you to practice in a hands-on way.”

At West Shore, students in their junior year can choose to enroll in 13 programs with two more coming online — welding and microelectronic mechanical systems (MEMs). Students experiment across engineering and tech fields, including nursing, information technology, theater arts, media art and design and electronic engineering technology.

“Students work in diverse groups and navigate problems, practice per-

severance and use critical thinking, which are all important skills in any career pathway,” Badat says.

Career tech programs put classroom concepts into action.

And students can gain industry credentials to move right into the workforce, earn college credits to transfer to a two- or four-year degree and, importantly, test-drive areas of study with less risk.

“I’d rather students try something for two years and gain a skillset and realize, ‘This isn’t for me,’ than spending those years in college and backtracking,” Badat says.

Students interested in a range of STEM fields can also beef up a college application with this type of hands-on experience.

Corrigan restates the benefit of flexing your risk factor in high school. “STEM learning gives students the tools they need as they move to the next level, and they can take risks in a comfortable environment and explore,” she says.

This is also a time to pursue interestdriven projects.

A Laurel capstone program allows students to deep-dive into areas of interest. And continued hands-on learning with projects such as building a cardboard chair that will support Corrigan’s weight, then voting on the winning protocol and passing it on to a fictional engineering client, carries perseverance lessons — important at all ages, including adulthood.

The key for parents, O’Hara says, is to “trust the process” and recognize that kids today require different skills. She tosses out this curveball: Do we need to memorize every U.S. state's capital city when tools are in place to provide those answers?

Maybe we need to ask tougher questions.

“School is not what it used to be,” O’Hara says, relating that some parents can push back because it’s new territory. That’s a good thing, because life is different now and, “Learning is different now.”

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We asked you to nominate your East Side favorites in dozens of categories. Then, we compiled the top three vote-getters in each one and asked you to cast your ballot at the Best of the East party at Eton Chagrin Boulevard April 18. Read on to learn about the winners.

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OF THE restAUrant Hook & Hoof New American Kitchen and Cocktail

Smoked Clams and Mussels has been such a popular dish since Hook & Hoof New American Kitchen and Cocktail introduced it that Chef and Co-Owner Hunter Toth admits that even if he wanted to get more creative with the recipe, guests wouldn’t allow it. The item is now being offered both as a shared appetizer and as an entree.

The Broth. The broth created from this dish — a combination of the seafood, seasoning, coconut milk, sausage-rendered fat and beer — is incredibly flavorful. “Some guests apologize for drinking it or eating it like soup. Others ask for carryout containers. It’s the type of broth that could be used in the future for any number of dishes.”

Honey. While he uses local honey, Toth refuses to divulge his sources, not because one is preferable to another but because of product availability.

The Smoke. Toth was raised in a coastal area and has many memories of cooking on the beach. This recipe, in particular, brings him back to his early days. “Adding smoke brings the flavors of charcoal to this dish. It comes down to the simplicity of cooking really good seafood and adding very little to create a dish that brings back memories and has a lot of flavor.”

The Clams and Mussels. While Toth would prefer to use 4-6 large neck clams, he opts for 6-8 middle necks based on availability. “We’re landlocked and therefore have to greatly rely on what our purveyors have available to them.”

The Iberico Chorizo Sausage. Toth specifically opts for this sausage to help create polarizing flavor profiles or “developing the right balance and knowing what not to overuse.” The pork fat, in combination with shallots and garlic, creates what he refers to as “an intoxicating aroma and combination.”

Mexican Lager. Who knew that the Mexicans learned about lager from Germans? Toth explains that this is, in effect, a German-style beer that he uses to deglaze the dish.

best pizza

ETalian

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Chef and Owner Eddie Tancredi offers a number of tantalizing and innovative pizza toppings at ETalian, the pizzeria he opened in 2021. But although Tancredi says all his pizzas, baked in a wood-fired oven at 800 degrees F, are delicious, he admits to being “a traditionalist.”

“My favorite? Anything with pepperoni. You can’t go wrong with it. We use the best brand of pepperoni available. They get that nice, crispy, charred look, and the sides turn up like little cups,’’ says Tancredi, whose signature pizza is the 10-inch personal pan pizza.

Tancredi, the recipient of many international culinary awards, also spotlights his Bacon Spinach Artichoke Pizza. Its name gives away its major toppings, of course, and like all ETalian pizzas, is anointed with an in-house created herb oil. The Prosciutto Pizza also has parmesan and mozzarella, basil and tomato. The surprise is the fresh arugula that adorns the pizza after baking, “giving it a nice finish,” according to Tancredi.

ETalian also recently began offering its Wrap-ET Sandwich. The pizzeria uses its same classic dough to make a folded pocket for fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil and arugula tossed with a balsamic reduction. Chicken or prosciutto can be added.

“It’s a pita-style wrap, good for lunch and walking around the neighborhood. Chagrin Falls is a great town for that,” says Tancredi, who also offers gluten-free pizza dough and vegan cheese.

13 Bell St., Chagrin Falls, 440-600-2001, etalianpizza.com

best antique shop

If you are a passionate collector of religious art, doorknobs, wicker baby carriages, Ohio pottery — whatever — those special items will find you at an antiques store, flea market or estate sale.

“I believe 100% that you will be drawn to it,” claims Caroline Galloway, who along with co-owner Donna Cody, opened FIG Chagrin, an unusual kind of antiques shop, in April 2023.

Those semi-mysterious occurrences have personally happened to both of the world travelers, who now sell “fine inspired goods” (FIG) in a two-story, 1920s building in Chagrin Falls. Look for antique and vintage jewelry, textiles, furniture, clothing, artwork, rugs, books and more. Also expect to learn the provenance of many of the items.

“We spend a lot of time getting the history or at the very least finding out where something came from. That’s important to know about the piece you are buying for a number of kinds of value. We don’t necessarily go looking for whatever everyone else is looking for. But we identify really interesting things that have a story behind them,” says Galloway.

23 S. Franklin St., Chagrin Falls, 216-3086149, facebook.com/ figchagrin, #figchagrin

best happy hour

Billy’s A Cappelli Martini Bar

“This is a family bar,” says Kelsey Sirvinskas, owner of Billy’s A Cappelli Martini Bar. “We know a lot of people. People are comfortable here.”

She admits “the drinks are phenomenal,” and it’s impossible to overlook the more than 40 martinis offered here, all served in oversized glasses, shaken tableside and accompanied by a sidecar or one of the over 25 beers on tap.

It’s a third-generation institution started by her grandparents as a speakeasy during the Depression, then transformed into a catering business/bar by her parents (Billy is her dad). Upon their retirement and her graduation from college, it became an updated, relocated and expanded bar/restaurant.

There are different drink and food specials every week, live music on Thursdays, monthly psychic events, Ladies Nights and Saturday night DJs. Linda’s Lemon Drop Martini, created by her grandmother, has been on the list for 22 years and is Sirvinskas’ favorite.

“We like everything to be fun,” she says.

This is a place where people keep coming back. And we’re certain they’ll drink to that.

7338 Industrial Park Blvd., Mentor, 440-585-8815, billysacapellimartinibar.com

best stylist

Dani Bucknell (Avanti Salon)

Settle into Dani Bucknell’s chair at Avanti Salon in Chesterland, and you’ll quickly discover why this 21-year stylist is so adored. Beaming with positive energy, she desires nothing more than to ensure her clients leave looking and feeling their best. Highlighting her appreciation for the of her job, Bucknell relishes in experimenting with hair, as well as forging meaningful connections.

“When you’re cutting someone’s hair, it’s personal,”

Bucknell says, revealing that she’s been a part of clients’ journeys through cancer, loss, death, divorce and births. “I never want to take the relationships people are giving me for granted.”

As a stylist, Bucknell emphasizes the importance of understanding an individual’s lifestyle and preferences to create their perfect look.

Consultations and open communication are key, as is working in a supportive and appreciative environment.

“I’m so much better because of the people I work around,” she says. “This industry is about learning from each other and sharing our knowledge.”

8027 Mayfield Road, Chesterland, 440-729-9008, avantisalon.com

With a fondness for hair education, Bucknell offers three tips to getting the style you desire.

1. 2. 3.

Play with Products: “One of the biggest ‘dos’ in hair care is to use some kind of product,” Bucknell says. “Whether it’s protecting it from heat, smoothing it or curling it, there’s something out there that’s going to make your life a lot easier.”

Embrace the Bob: “Bobs are always in style; it just depends on what kind of bob,” Bucknell says. “Right now, we’re seeing a lot of fun, textured bobs and disheveled waves. People want to wear their hair where it’s not so perfect — less styled and a little more carefree.”

Don’t DIY: “If you can get it at the grocery store, you shouldn’t put it on your hair,” Bucknell says. “It’s so much more work and harder on the hair to fix color mistakes or at-home coloring.”

Dani embraces the textured bob.

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Cleveland Yoga

Cleveland Yoga, a Beachwood staple for 20 years, offers a welcoming environment for all body types and experience levels. The business’s studio caters to different preferences — hot power yoga for a more intense workout — and slow flow yoga for a gentler experience.

“The effects are magic,” owner Tami Schneider says of the hot studio, which helps clear up stiffness and tightness and expel toxins from the body.

Formerly a high-impact aerobics instructor and competitor, Schneider turned to yoga to help stay fit and heal her body from the effects of plantar fasciitis.

“The physical benefits are a byproduct,” she says. “It’s more about emotional stability, mindfulness and developing ways of moving more calmly through your life.”

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What are a few poses she recommends?

Seated single-leg fold

This pose can benefit the entire back, hips, thighs, knees, feet, shoulders, arms, neck and abdomen. “Even if you can’t reach your foot — just reaching for your foot — you’re getting a good stretch,” Schneider says.

Bridge pose

A core yoga pose that can be found in many practice styles, this stance provides an excellent spine extension. “On a physical level, it strengthens the hips, legs and core and opens up the lungs,” Schneider says. “On a metaphysical level, it’s said to boost confidence and enhance your mood.”

Triangle pose

Meant to stretch the chest, spine and thighs, this beginner stance also can increase breath capacity, improve posture and relieve low back pain. “It’s also a great pose if you have insomnia because it’s a gentle back extension,” Schneider says.

3355 Richmond Road, Suite 251A, Beachwood, 216-704-4550, clevelandyoga.com

TavernSix

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best yoga studio

Burntwood Tavern

Whether you’re meeting your bestie for a leisurely midday meal or having a working lunch with a colleague (and really any scenario in between) Burntwood Tavern has 10 bustling locations with delicious bites for all moods and occasions.

• The almighty lunch combo is where decisions go to die. Why choose between soup and salad or a tasty sandwich? With this best-of-both option, you can have lobster bisque and half a flatbread, or a wedge salad and two sliders. Yum! try it

• On the menu since Burntwood opened its doors in 2010, the Cedar Salmon salad is always a winning choice paired with mixed greens, tomato, cucumbers, pickled red onions, almonds, crispy onion straws and green goddess dressing.

• You can’t go wrong with icon staples such as the Burntwood Burger (bacon, tater tots and sunnyside egg on top of a cheeseburger) or the BWT SMASH, a half-pound favorite with two patties, cheese, onion, pickles and special sauce.

The BWT smash is a Burntwood staple.

The perfect setting for celebrating an unforgettable love story, Sapphire Creek Winery & Gardens in Chagrin Falls prides itself on creating a magical atmosphere that transcends Northeast Ohio. “The photo opportunities are endless with our seamless indoor and outdoor spaces,” says Meghan Weigand, director of events and marketing for Tap Root Hospitality, owners of Sapphire Creek Winery & Gardens. The venue hosts about 50 weddings each year. “Couples and their guests will be in awe of the amazing culinary creations and extraordinary service. Our entire staff is geared toward making weddings exceed all expectations.” best wedding venue Sapphire Creek Winery & Gardens

16965 Park Circle Drive, Chagrin Falls, 440-543-7777, sapphire-creek.com

Weigand offers three ways to ensure your special day stands out.

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Amazing Cuisine: Delicious food fuels happy guests, elevates the experience and plays a huge part in how people will remember your big day. “Our wedding menu is incredible,” Weigand says. “Guests consistently rave about how wonderful their meal is.”

Great Cocktails: Thoughtfully curated drinks can set the tone for the reception and cater to diverse preferences. “Our bartenders have many innovative tools to create craft specialty cocktails that can tie into the wedding theme or provide a personal touch,” Weigand adds.

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Indoor & Outdoor Spaces: A great DJ or band that gets the guests on the dance floor is always a plus. However, there are always a handful of guests who prefer not to be on the dance floor. “Luckily, at Sapphire Creek, we have many cozy outdoor lounge spaces beautifully lit to enjoy a beverage and mingle all night long,” Weigand boasts.

BrownBarn

Brown Barn’s French Toast Bake has taken almost a year to perfect to meet standards established by owner Marco Stanton. “I wanted something more than sweet eats. I wanted something sexy,” he says. He discovered that a key to the dish’s success was the presentation, cutting it into 3” x 3” squares.

Challah-Textured Brioche. Finding the right bread is crucial in the creation of any French Toast. Stanton and his team were in search of a sweet, eggier bread that would tear well enough to absorb the other ingredients.

Vanilla Bean. Scraping the bean is crucial to creating a true vanilla flavor. There was no compromising on this ingredient. In fact, Stanton confirmed multiple times that it had to be “scraped vanilla,” which ensures the true vanilla flavor.

Maple Syrup. This isn’t just any maple syrup. This is Wally Janoske’s Geauga County twotime award-winning maple syrup. Stanton aims for the best and says he believes that this is it. “We order 50 to 60 gallons of syrup a month from him,” he says.

Baking Technique. While many simply fry their French Toast in a skillet, Brown Barn starts by adding all ingredients, baking in a casserole tin and then searing on a flat-top grill. “We want to execute this at the highest level,” Stanton says.

10700 Mayfield Road, Chardon, 440-279-4747, brownbarntavern.com

dance/theater instruction

Fairmount Center for the Arts

Fundamentals and experience without the pressure of competition. Fairmount Center for the Arts welcomes both children and adults to explore the world of dance in a nurturing, professional environment. Executive Director Elizabeth Bolander occasionally will hear someone question a school’s value if there is no focus on competition.

“We are very proud to have a strong commitment to teaching highquality technique, but we do it in a really supportive way,” says Bolander, noting that Fairmount offers ballet, contemporary jazz, hip-hop and tap classes. “If someone really gets into dance and wants to go into competition, they will have had a good start here. I suggest anyone first think of the kind of music they enjoy, or a type of dance they always wanted to try, and do it.”

Theater is a great place to start if someone is unsure of their place in the performing arts, because it offers so many avenues, says Bolander. Fairmount offers traditional acting classes and workshops, plus sampler classes that include improv, costuming, scenery, acting basics, singing and dancing, plus opportunities to be on stage.

This fall a new Shakespeare for Kids class (for ages 8 to 14) will debut.

8400 Fairmount Road, Novelty; 101 Main St., Suite105, Chardon; 440-338-3171, fairmountcenter.org

best golf course

StoneWater Golf Club

Family owned by three sisters (Whitney, Lindsey and Kathryn Neidus), StoneWater Golf Club is an award-winning, challenging 18hole course where Jason Day won his first professional championship in 2007. Winding across 180 acres, golfers of all skill levels are welcome at the club that offers public play, membership, its own Linksman Golf Academy for lessons, practice spaces and top-flight cocktails and food at the Rustic Grill.

Off the tee, you’ll find StoneWater to be a very challenging and enjoyable course. It starts at hole 1, where you have to pick the right club to drive it out onto the fairway by favoring the right center to avoid the creek running though the fairway. A fairway wood is suggested for big hitters. The second shot is one where, if you want to play it safe, you can land it short of the green. A risk taker, however, may choose to aim for the flag and attack the green, but has to steer clear of the bunkers on the left and water on the right.

Stonewater offers a challenge for all skill levels.

Even if you are a firm believer in the benefits of adding elderberries to your diet, sometimes it’s a bit hard to accept their strong flavor. But Shanda Amundsen, a health professional and owner of G.R.A.C.E. Elderberry Co., has created a product that lessens that bitter taste.

Cinnamon Elderberry Syrup is made with all natural, organic ingredients. There are no thickening agents, preservatives, sweeteners or corn syrup.

Dried elderberries from Ukraine, Croatia or Bulgaria are used to make the ODA-approved and FDA-registered syrup. (Amundsen’s purchases help support Ukrainian farmers outside the war zone.)

440-263-7915, graceelderberry.com

Amundsen suggests a daily regimen for both adults and children will help boost the immune system.

The WBE (Women’s Business Enterprise), Willoughby-based company offers more than 50 website recipes using the syrup to help get your daily fix of elderberry. Most popular uses of the syrup include lattes, teas, yogurt parfaits, smoothies and mocktails.

One of the easiest? Cinnamon Elderberry Lemonade. Just add two tablespoons of Cinnamon Elderberry Syrup to eight ounces of lemonade and stir.

Rose Elderberry Latte. This hot or cold beverage features rose petal powder and rose petal garnish. It’s pretty and decadent, and roses are said to support natural collagen. The recipe for No Bake Elderberry Syrup Power Balls calls for nut butter, honey, oats, hazelnuts, dried cherries and chia seeds. (Complete recipes are on the website.)

Rose Elderberry Latte

UpScale IT

From Louis, Gucci and Chanel to everyday brands, UpScaleIT is 3,000 square feet of designer fabulousness, for every size (XS-XXXL) and every budget. With a mission to help women define their fashion sense and find pieces they love and feel good in, every piece is carefully curated from the more than 14,000 consignors who bring their items to the store. Owner Alice Melsher, a former divorce attorney, is passionate about helping her clients find their fabulous and making sure each person leaves her store happy.

here are her tips on consigning like a pro:

• Luxury always sells best, especially luxury handbags they are UpscaleIT’s best-selling item.

• Gravitate toward brands that are popular such as Lululemon, the North Face, Free People and Anthropologie. The better brands fetch higher prices and sell faster.

• Make sure your items are in good condition. For shoes, they should be almost new.

• The more unique the piece the better. Many people who love to thrift enjoy the treasure hunt and are on a quest to find and bring home a special, oneof-a-kind piece.

Solon Square, 33533 Aurora Road, Solon, 440-287-0104, shopupscaleit.com

Thoughtfully curated Home Decor and Gifts for beauty throughout the seasons.

Best

Car Wash

Zappy’s Auto Washes

The home of the $4 basic automatic car wash and dry, Zappy’s brings its unbeatable prices to more than 20 locations around Northeast Ohio. Zappy’s also offers various wash packages all the way up to the ceramic coating for $17. As experts in cleaning and detailing vehicles, they caution car owners to avoid these common mistakes when washing their cars at home:

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Always have separate wash buckets and brushes for your wheel rims and the body of your car, otherwise there’s a good chance that the residue and brake dust from your tires will scratch your paint.

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Even though it’s tempting, never use a beach towel or shower towel to dry off your vehicle. The coarse fibers of the everyday towel will scratch the paint. Always opt for a microfiber hand towel and be sure to swap out the microfiber towels when you’re switching between cleaning the interior and exterior of the car.

“BEST DRY CLEANER”

One thing has not changed for over 140 years; D.O. Summers Cleaners keeps Clevelanders looking good! Over the decades we have always lived by the Cleveland tradition of quality—keeping up with state-of-the-art improvements while always holding on to a personal commitment to excellence and quality service to our neighbors and neighborhoods. We celebrate that legacy and remain committed to building upon its foundation. CALL 216.402.5141 OR VISIT DOSUMMERS.COM TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR

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Food

Best Restaurant

Hook & Hoof New American Kitchen and Cocktail, Willoughby

Best Patio Tavern Six, Kirtland

Best View 17 River Grille, Chagrin Falls

Best Lunch Spot

Burntwood Tavern, Multiple Locations

Best Late Night

Food

Barrio Tacos, Cleveland Heights, Willoughby

Best Brunch Brown Barn Tavern, Chardon

Best Organic Food Sage Karma Kitchen, Willoughby

Best Vegetarian Sage Karma Kitchen, Willoughby

Best Seafood Hook & Hoof New American Kitchen and Cocktail, Willoughby

Best Sushi

Pacific East Japanese Restaurant, Cleveland Heights, Woodmere

Best Steak RED the Steakhouse, Orange Village

Best Independent Coffee Shop

Fiona’s Coffee Bar & Bakery, Willoughby

Best Quick Bite

Jim Alesci’s Place, Solon

Best Ice Cream

Mitchell’s Homemade Ice Cream, Multiple Locations

Best Bakery

Jim Alesci’s Place, Solon

Best Smoothie Be Smoothie Café, Willowick

Best Pizza ETalian, Chagrin Falls

Best Burger Pub Frato, Chagrin Falls, Painesville

Best Wings Winking Lizard Tavern, Multiple Locations

Best Mexican Don Tequila Bar & Grill, Eastlake, Mentor

Best Italian M Italian, Chagrin Falls

Best Chinese Hunan by the Falls, Chagrin Falls

Best Farmers Market

SweetBerry Fresh Market, Wickliffe

Best Deli Jim Alesci’s Place, Solon

Best Family Dining

Dino’s Restaurant, Wickliffe

Services

Best Wedding Venue

Sapphire Creek Winery & Gardens, Chagrin Falls

Best Day Spa

Salty Salt Cave, Chardon

Best Mani Pedi Avanti Salon, Chesterland

Best Salon Jenniffer & Co., Lyndhurst, Mentor

Best Dry Cleaner D.O. Summers Cleaners, Multiple Locations

Best Senior Living Ohio Living Breckenridge Village, Willoughby

Best Car Wash Zappy’s Auto Washes, Multiple Locations

Best Fitness Center

Results Fitness, Mayfield Heights

Best Yoga Studio Cleveland Yoga, Beachwood, Cleveland

Entertainment

Best Happy Hour

Billy’s - A Cappelli Martini Bar, Mentor

Best Golf Course StoneWater Golf Club, Highland Heights

Best Live Music Venue Grog Shop, Cleveland Heights

Best Brewery Crooked Pecker Brewing Co., Chagrin Falls

Best Charitable Event Rescue Village’s Woofstock, Russell Township

Shopping

Best Jeweler

Alson Jewelers, Woodmere

Best Pet Boutique Pet Wants, Chardon, Mentor

Best Wine Store Red, Wine & Brew, Chesterland, Mentor

Best Beer Selection Red, Wine & Brew, Chesterland, Mentor

Best Florist Flowers by Julie, Fairport Harbor

Best Garden Center Gale’s Garden Center, Maple Heights, Willoughby Hills

Best Bike Shop Eddy’s Bike Shop, Willoughby Hills

Best Boutique The Helicopter Daughter, Mentor

Best Handmade Retailer Made Cleveland, Cleveland Heights

Best Handmade Market Vendor

Chagrin Falls Candle Co., Newbury

Best Men’s Fashion Ticknors Men’s Clothiers, Beachwood

Best Home Décor

Etc. on Erie, Willoughby

Best Health Foods (Retail)

G.R.A.C.E. Elderberry Co., Willoughby

Best CLE T-Shirt Shop

CLE Clothing Co., Shaker Heights

Best Consignment Shop UpScaleIT, Solon

Best Antique Shop

FIG Chagrin, Chagrin Falls

Children

Best Dance/Theater Instruction Fairmount Center for the Arts, Novelty

Best Gymnastics Lake Erie Gymnastics, Mentor

Best Music Instruction Fine Arts Association, Willoughby

Best Birthday Party Location Mentor Ice Arena, Mentor

People

Best Chiropractor Code Chiro, Mayfield Heights

Best Chef

Hunter Toth (Hook & Hoof), Willoughby

Best Bartender

Katarina Alaupovic (Billy’s - A Cappelli Martini Bar), Mentor

Best Stylist

Dani Bucknell - Avanti Salon, Chesterland

Best Interior Designer Payne & Tompkins Design-Renovation, Chardon

Best Fitness Instructor

Josh Mekota (Results Fitness), Mayfield Heights

Best Photographer

Michael Cavotta Studios, Mentor

We asked you to nominate your West Side favorites in dozens of categories. Then, we compiled the top three vote-getters in each one and asked you to cast your ballot at the Best of the West party at LaCentre Conference and Banquet Facility on May 9. Read on to learn about the winners.

Stories by: Rachel Hagenbaugh, Kristen Hampshire, Chrissy Kadleck and Jill Sell

restAUrant Pier W

A visit to Pier W in Lakewood offers an exceptional experience for all the senses. Here, breathtaking lake views and impeccable service set the backdrop for a memorable occasion that celebrates the best of each season.

“Ohio explodes with produce in the summer,” says Chef Regan Reik. “You wait for peaches, peppers, corn and tomatoes. Then you have a menu that’s chock-full of fresh flavors.”

Take the Spice Grilled Swordfish, for example, with a roasted corn and jalapeno salad, black bean hummus, pico de gallo and avocado puree. A summertime masterpiece available from late May through August, it’s a plate that’s going to appeal to a wide range of palates and features flavors people will recognize.

“We have a whole menu full of dishes like this — ultra seasonal and of the moment,” says Reik, an 18-year veteran of this beloved waterfront restaurant. “Anytime you choose to come to Pier W during any season, you’ll find something that’ll become your new favorite.”

A Steak Lover’s Seafood Dish: Swordfish offers a unique texture similar to a steak, making it a great option for those who enjoy a heartier seafood experience. “It’s a charred-grilled, lightly seasoned swordfish,” Reik says. “Where the fish is at in its life cycle, the fat inside gives it a nice, buttery taste. That’s why swordfish is really popular in the summertime.”

Roasted Corn and Jalapeno Salad: Locally sourced, bicolored sweet corn is present in an elote-style salad. “But instead of the mayonnaise base, we use olive oil, lime juice and jalapenos to give it some zip,” Reik says.

Black Bean Hummus: “With the elote-style corn salad, it made sense to utilize the black beans into a hummus, which we add a little cumin, cayenne and lime to,” Reik reveals.

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Pico De Gallo: Fresh-chopped tomatoes, green onions, cilantro and a squeeze of lime add a burst of flavor without the heaviness of a salsa.

Avocado Puree: A swoosh of smooth avocado adds a guacamolelike element and brightens the flavors with additional lime and cilantro. “The creaminess and little bit of fat that avocado contains pairs wonderfully with the butteriness of the swordfish and complements that in a great way to make the whole dish complete,” Reik says.

Perfect Pairing: Order a glass of Chablis, a crisp, white wine known for its minerality, subtle fruit flavors and sophistication. “It provides a little bit of tartness to combat the creaminess of the avocado and coincides nicely with the acidity from the lime juice that’s in the pico de gallo, hummus and corn,” Reik relates.

Best Fitness Instructor

Kevin Johnson (FWRD Fitness)

For Kevin Johnson, personal training is more than a career; it’s a part of his identity. It all started 20 years ago, when a desire to avoid a desk job led him to chase a passion for fitness training.

His first long-term client, who lost 50 pounds in a year and credited him for changing her life, solidified his purpose. Today, he co-owns FWRD Fitness, a private studio where he and his wife, one-on-one training.

“I have a very serious demeanor at work because I respect my clients’ time and money and put high expectations for what I want to give them,” Johnson says, highlighting a gym that fosters a controlled environment and allows for personalized attention and privacy. These components are key to establishing proper form, a foundation that is often neglected in crowded gyms.

“I’ve always wanted to be very good and deliver something that was exceptional to my clients and cover as many bases as possible,” he says, pointing toward a range of amazing results that personal training can yield, including increased flexibility and energy, heightened mood, sense of confidence and pride and decreased feelings of depression. Johnson offers three fitness tips below to get you started.

Three fitness tips to get you started:

Practice Patience: Fitness is a journey, not a sprint. Celebrate progress, even the small victories, and avoid comparing yourself to others. 1. 2. 3.

Kevin has 20 years of training experience.

Some establishments dumb down their happy hour menus with watered-down well drinks or pint-sized versions of the real-deal apps and small plates. Not Crumb & Spigot in Lakewood. And you can sit anywhere to get the $10 drinks and $10 specialty pizzas — no limits (like bar only).

“We use the same high-quality ingredients you’ll find any time here,” says proprietor Jamy Bollinger.

With a mighty-fine patio, 20-seat bar and standing-room tables for hangout crowds, Crumb & Spigot is a go-to spot for an early night out from 4 to 5:30, Tuesday through Sunday.

Embrace Resistance Training: Fairly heavy resistance training is important to everyone regardless of their goals. It builds muscle, boosts metabolism and aids in fat loss.

Nutrition is Key: It’s the foundation. Regardless of your workout style, proper nutrition is essential to success.

26895 Detroit Road, Westlake, facebook.com/ fwrdfitnesscle

When you go, try these fast-moving drinks and apps.

Everyone’s favorite cocktail

The Elder Mother with Titos vodka, St. Germaine Elderflower liqueur, lemon basil and cucumber.

Bollinger’s fave crafted mix-up

The Lo de Siempre with tequila by Anejo, mezcal, honey simple syrup, fresh lemon and bitters.

What to eat

For $10, choose from the signature pizza selection. Check out the summer special — Capricciosa with mushrooms, artichokes, black Cerignola olives (premium), fresh mozzarella, a light red sauce and a topping of prosciutto di parma.

15322 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-712-6992, crumbandspigot.com

Best Happy Hour Crumb & Spigot

Best Italian Luca West

Expect the unexpected as you enter Luca West, inconspicuously tucked into an office building on a main thoroughfare through Westlake. You’ll find an elevated space that is upscale, inviting and beautiful. And that’s before you’ve even had a sip of red wine or a single bite of the award-winning Northern Italian fare. If you visit during the summer months, you cannot miss dining al fresco on the gorgeous patio nestled between the two office buildings. And the food, well, “it speaks for itself,” says Luca Sema, chef-owner and creative force behind the restaurant’s stellar dishes.

There’s no translation needed for Luca’s favorite Scallop Risotto.

• Wild caught Northern Atlantic Scallops play the starring role in this popular dish. Luca starts with U/10 scallops, which are considered a delicacy with a tender, buttery texture that is only enhanced after being seared and caramelized in a pan.

• In another pan, risotto is expertly cooked with the addition of white truffle oil, which adds decadent truffle notes, and flavorful porcini mushrooms that bring an earthy flavor to the dish.

• Once creamy and delicious, the risotto is garnished with shaved black truffles, which puts the dish over the top.

• The scallops are placed on the risotto, and the entree is finished with a generous sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano 24600 Detroit Road, Westlake, 216-201-9600, lucawest.com

Luca’s scallop risotto is a customer favorite.

Best Interior Designer

Ducy Design

pieces crafted from natural materials

Under founder Kristen Hennie’s leadership, Ducy Design in Westlake thrives on ensuring clients’ projects reflect not just trends, but their personality and lifestyle, fostering a sense of well-being and joy.

“Design should be a reflection of who you are and making your life a little bit easier,” Hennie says. “Every project is unique. I could have one kitchen and design that space for 10 people, and it would turn out 10 different ways.”

Hennie’s journey in the industry began at a young age, where a natural inclination toward creating and building provided the foundation for a passionate, lifelong career. She worked for two studios before starting Ducy Design, a full-service interior design firm specializing in residential and hospitality design for renovations and new construction projects.

“We believe in classic, timeless designing,” she says. “Less is more. There’s not maximalism in what we do. It’s all intentional.”

When it comes to Ducy Design’s success, integrity, honesty and transparency are key.

“Everything from what we can and can’t do to costs and what to expect is so important to communicate upfront. I want to build relationships with clients where they send me to all of their family members because they trust and are comfortable with me throughout the process.”

Discover Hennie’s signature approach with these design tips:

Embrace Timeless Design: Invest in classic pieces crafted from natural materials. This creates a timeless foundation that you can personalize with paint colors, accents and artwork that reflect your unique style.

Find Your Inspiration: Start your design journey by identifying a piece you love, like a statement rug or a captivating fabric. Use this as your anchor point to guide your selections and achieve a cohesive aesthetic.

25043 Tricia Dr., Westlake, 440-340-3600, ducydesign.com

Utilize 3-D Renderings: Seeing your space virtually allows you to visualize the final design and make adjustments before construction begins, ensuring a space that perfectly reflects your vision.

25043 Tricia Drive, Westlake, 440-340-3600, ducydesign.com

Little Stars Gymnastics

When Sophia Porter was a little girl, she dreamed of opening a gymnastics studio and becoming a firefighter when she grew up.

Porter accomplished both.

The owner of Little Stars Gymnastics in Middleburg Heights is a retired firefighter of 21 years, having risen to the lieutenant rank, and longtime owner of her recreational gymnastics studio, which serves children ages 18 months to 10 years. (She also teaches adult fitness.)

Aside from being a community warrior, Porter is a nurturing soul who says the most gratifying aspect of her business is to watch kids reach goals they thought might be impossible to accomplish. One of her young clients who is blind wanted to learn how to do a cartwheel. Now, she walks the balance beam and performs cartwheels and handstands.

“Gymnastics builds character for anything you do in life,” Porter says, noting that the sport engages both sides of the brain.

“It develops mental toughness and the strength to succeed.” It also teaches kids to set goals, much like Porter did.

Best Brewery Fat Head’s Brewery

Here, she offers some accessible ways for children to work up to gymnastics moves — along with a few get-fit ideas for adults.

For Fat Head’s Brewery in Middleburg Heights, becoming one of The Land’s best breweries is a three-step process. First, you need to curate an impressive collection of award-winning recipes. Here, constant vigilance and a dedication to sourcing high-quality hops are key.

“What’s been really exciting for us, especially in the last couple of years, is that we’re continuing to be recognized at national and international beer competitions,” says Bill Wetmore, sales and marketing director.

Second, build a massive, 250-seat, family-friendly beer hall bustling with positive energy. Third, develop an expansive menu packed with mouthwatering dishes that complement the 20-beer tap list.

“We have a reputation as having excellent beers that people will enjoy,” Wetmore says. “They know they’re going to have a great drinking experience here.”

Doggy with a broken leg: Start in a standing position, then place both hands comfortably on the ground in front of you. (The body makes an arch shape.) Now, lift one leg and keep it in the air while hopping three times on the opposite foot.

Puppy and snake: Begin by making a snake by lying on your stomach, then scrunch up into a puppy position (on hands and knees). Reverse the move for a greater challenge, Porter suggests.

A quick total-body circuit: Porter suggests situps, pushups, planks, burpees and walking lunges — “these are all activities you can do at home,” she points out. 1. 2. 3.

6876 Pearl Road, Middleburg Heights, 216-410-7637, littlestarsgymnastics.com

Here, Wetmore highlights three perfect pints.

This new collaboration with the Cleveland Metroparks is a crisp, easy-drinking lager featuring a refreshing malt character, light biscuit-like flavors and hops that add citrus and floral notes. Pair it with on-the-go, faster meals like burgers, hot dogs and pizza.

Head Hunter

“We’re known for our super aggressive, hoppy beers, and Head Hunter is our prime example of that,” Wetmore says, spotlighting an award-winning West Coast-style IPA featuring grapefruit, citrus and pineapple notes that pair well with fresh flavors of summer salads.

Bumble Berry

A light, refreshing ale with a delightfully fruity aroma, this brew is adored for its honey-blueberry taste and hints of crackery malt and sweetness. Although flexible with its food pairings, this is a great beer to enjoy with a charcuterie board.

17450 Engle Lake Drive, Middleburg Heights, 216-898-0242, fatheads.com/middleburg-heights

Leaf Man Lager

Sophia Porter coaches children ages 18 months to 10 years old.

Oreskovic offers three gifts ideas to help you get started.

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Anniversary: “We always start with the idea of an anniversary band — a diamond band straight across,” Oreskovic says, also pointing toward stunning, trending choices such as diamond tennis bracelets and necklaces. “When you’re not sure or don’t know — go with diamonds. They’re always in style.”

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For Theresia Oreskovic, owner of Avon Lake’s Peter & Co. Jewelers, the beauty of working in the jewelry industry is that every customer who walks through the doors has a story. They’re looking to commemorate a special occasion or memory they want to cherish. It’s about celebrating life’s milestones with a piece of jewelry that sparks joy.

“We genuinely want to get to know you and direct you to the right piece that will make you happy and the recipient happy,” Oreskovic says. The key is taking the time to get the know the recipient and choosing something that fits their lifestyle.

“There is no one-size-fits-all,” she adds. “For sales advisers, it’s our job to bring out the personality of who is being shopped for.”

32020 Walker Road, Avon Lake, 440-933-4871, peterjewelers.com meet the

Sweet 16: “Sweet 16 is just so special,” Oreskovic relates, suggesting a classic, elegant birthstone ring or simple solitaire diamond pendant with a delicate chain that doesn’t hang too low. “It’s the perfect size for a 16-year-old who is just getting into jewelry.”

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Graduation: “Graduations are a bit trickier. Traditionally, get a young man a watch and engrave the back,” Oreskovic says. “For a young lady, maybe it’s not a watch, but a necklace — something special that she’s never received before and will remember.”

Rose Senior Living

Ready to trade the ordinary for extraordinary? That’s the magic of Rose Senior Living, a community dedicated to serving and supporting older adults and ensuring they thrive during every chapter of their lives.

Independent living offers spacious villas with attached garages and beautifully manicured grounds brimming with opportunities, from nature trails and a picturesque gazebo to a putting green and pond. Did we mention the campus is pet-friendly and loves hosting family gatherings and special events?

“Our residents can be as busy as they want,” says Carol Morris, director of sales and marketing, highlighting on-site amenities that include a movie theater, game room, fitness studio, salon and pub, not to mention a social calendar filled with enrichment classes and trips to local shopping centers, museums, parks and sporting events. “We try to appeal to everybody and hit all aspects of life for our residents.”

For those who require more TLC, the assisted living and memory care accommodations provide help with daily tasks and give families the peace of mind that their loved ones are getting the care they need in a safe environment that feels like home.

“Whether you’re looking for [accommodations] for a parent or yourself, make sure it meets your requirements — socially and care-wise,” Morris says, pointing toward indicators such as team responsiveness, employee tenure, ongoing training and company culture. “It’s the little things that are really important to our team members, the ones giving the care, that makes all the difference.”

33200 Health Campus Blvd., Avon, 440-557-3476, avon.roseseniorliving.com

Shop local and treat yourself (or your family, friends and pets) to these fun finds.

We admit it — we can’t get enough candles. Their scent fills the house and adds a soothing ambiance we love. These biodegradable, nontoxic and vegan versions with wooden wicks make us feel great while enjoying them.

The Rift Shop

Finding the right gift can be challenging. The Rift Shop has a wide selection of creative and unique finds created by local artists and makers. You can find items like one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry and goodies for the kids.

12900 Lake Ave., Cleveland, facebook.com/bznbynature/ 8125 Columbia

We all love to step out in style, and this lifestyle boutique helps you do it with confidence. You’ll find a curated selection of clothing, jewelry and accessories, handbags and homewares. Let your personality shine.

They are almost too pretty to eat. But once you get a taste, nothing will stop you from devouring an entire specialty cupcake from Fragapane Bakery.

It’s not easy to decide which of the 17 cake and cupcake flavors you like best, but here’s your chance to try white/raspberry, vanilla bean, coconut, datenut, mocha, mint chocolate chip and more.

One specialty cupcake favorite of loyal customers is the red velvet or strawberry cupcake topped with a beautiful buttercream frosting rose on top.

Looking for a specialty cake? Fragapane’s Italian Wedding Cake is legendary — filled with strawberries and iced with whipped cream. Also, the seven-layered amaretto cake features a raspberry filling between each layer and is topped with chocolate fudge and colorful sprinkles.

Fragapane Bakery first opened its doors in 1971 and now has two locations.

Business owners and brothers Nick and Mike Fragapane represent the familyowned business’ second generation. They have encouraged an even younger generation to take pride in the bakery’s 11 kinds of donuts, its wide variety of breads, eclairs, cannolis, snickers, pecan rolls, scones and more.

28625 Lorain Road, North Olmsted, 440-779-6050; and 626 Dover Center Road, Bay Village, 440-871-6340, fragapanebakeries.com

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“Always great food, great service, and go to place for either special night out or business dinner.”

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“As regulars of this fine establishment, the quality, consistency, and service keep us coming back.”

Open Table review

“Once again a great evening. Love the veal tortellini, and the tiramisu is perfect”

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Try one of fragapane’s 17 cake and cupcake flavors.

Best Mani Pedi

Charles Scott Salons and Spas

When it comes to mani-pedi time, there’s a taxicab confession aspect of the experience and lean-in relationships clients establish with experienced nail technicians like Rachel Kappa at Charles Scott Salons and Spas in Rocky River. For 17 of her years doing nails, 13 have been in this location.

“What I love most about my job is the relationships I’ve built with clients over the years,” Kappa says. “Some I’ve been seeing since I started, we become friends, confidants and a support system. Our job is very personal.”

As Kappa points out, “We get to be there for people in their most vulnerable moments and are there for their joy and tears. We celebrate with them, and we are part of their routines and lives in a way that is not common in many other fields.”

Because of this, Kappa emphasizes choosing colors, styles, trends and finishes that are “you,” she says. She tends to back away from pushing Insta trends. “Trends come and go,” she says. “We get our nails done to make us happy.”

So, here’s how to find some happy when you make that appointment.

Just say yes

Summer is bright and cheerful, holidays are for sparkle, little designs introduce fun. “Try something out of your box,” Kappa encourages.

Make it last

A daily application of cuticle oil before bed goes a long way toward maintaining nail health, Kappa says. Remember gloves when gardening or cleaning the tub (and other house chores).

Color of the season

“During summer, many lean toward anything bright and cheerful,” she says. Good news about mani-pedi polish is that you can always change it.

19025 Lake Road, Rocky River, 440-333-7994; 34970 Detroit Road, Avon, 440-899-1957; charlesscott.com

Best Fitness Center Westlake Recreation Center

At more than 100,000 square feet, the Westlake Rec is one of the largest in Northeast Ohio. The fitness center alone is a sprawling 13,000-plus square feet thanks to an expansion in 2015, and offers more than 90 pieces of cardio and 40-plus strength training options. The busy rec center also boasts a large aquatics area with five pools, a gymnasium with two full courts, an indoor track, locker rooms with saunas, community rooms and several group exercise spaces. And since August 2022, residents from Avon, Avon Lake, Bay Village, Fairview Park and North Ridgeville can also join through the Neighbor Rate Membership program.

inside the numbers

• Current Membership: 14,330

• During 2023, more than 5,500 people participated in one or more of the 545 programs, generating over 80,000 visits to the facility.

• An average of over 13,000 visitors purchase guest passes annually.

• Group Exercise Participation: Averages over 25,000 participants per year.

28955 Hilliard Blvd., Westlake, 440-8085700, cityofwestlake. org/898/Recreation

over 100,000 square feet!

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With its trademarked GreenEarth Cleaning solvent, Tide Cleaners washed out the competition with a dry-cleaning process that is good for the environment, better for your clothes and better for its employees. Touting a superior cleaning agent that helps remove tough stains more easily, Tide Cleaners is all about service, offering same-day and nextday service and 24-hour pickup and drop off at all locations. Some even offer valet service so you don’t have to get out of your car. If that hasn’t won you over yet, Tide Cleaners also offers pickup and delivery right to your home or business for only $2.99.

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winners list

Food

Best Restaurant

Pier W, Lakewood

Best Patio

Georgetown | Vosh, Lakewood

Best View Pier W, Lakewood

Best Lunch Spot

Joe’s Deli & Restaurant, Rocky River

Best Late Night

Food

Barrio Tacos, Multiple Locations

Best Brunch Pier W, Lakewood

Best Organic Food TownHall, Cleveland

Best Vegetarian

Choolaah Indian BBQ, Cleveland, Westlake

Best Seafood

Pier W, Lakewood

Best Sushi

Blue Sushi Sake Grill, Westlake

Best Steak

Strip Steakhouse, Avon

Best Coffee Shop

Mojo’s Coffee and More, Bay Village

Best Quick Bite

Aladdin’s Eatery, Multiple Locations

Best Ice Cream

Mitchell’s Homemade Ice Cream, Multiple Locations

Best Bakery

Fragapane Bakery, Bay Village, North Olmsted

Best Smoothie Liquid Fresh Planet, Cleveland

Best Pizza Angelo’s Pizza, Lakewood

Best Burger Gunselman’s Tavern, Fairview Park

Best Wings Around the Corner Saloon & Café, Lakewood

Best Mexican Cozumel, Multiple Locations

Best Italian Luca West, Westlake

Best Chinese King Wah, Rocky River

Best Farmers Market

West Side Market, Cleveland

Best Deli

Joe’s Deli & Restaurant, Rocky River

Best Family Dining Avon Brewing Co., Avon

Services

Best Wedding Venue

Columbia Ballroom, Columbia Station

Best Day Spa

Beauty Spot Med Spa, North Ridgeville

Best Mani Pedi

Charles Scott Salons and Spas, Avon, Rocky River

Best Salon Tease Salon, Middleburg Heights

Best Dry Cleaner

Tide Cleaners, Multiple Locations

Best Senior Living

Rose Senior Living, Avon

Best Car Wash

Sgt. Clean Car Wash, Multiple Locations

Best Yoga Studio Cultivate Yoga, Avon, Lakewood

Best Fitness Center

Westlake Recreation Center, Westlake

Entertainment

Best Happy Hour Crumb & Spigot, Lakewood

Best Golf Course

Sweetbriar Golf Club, Avon Lake

Best Live Music Venue Mahall’s, Lakewood

Best Brewery

Fat Head’s Brewery, Middleburg Heights, North Olmsted

Best Charitable Event

Prayers From Maria’s Sunflower Wine Festival, Rocky River

Shopping

Best Jeweler

Peter & Co. Jewelers, Avon Lake

Best Pet Boutique Style Mutt, Cleveland

Best Florist

Precious Petals, Columbia Station

Best Garden Center

Gale’s Westlake Garden Center, Westlake

Best Wine Store

Minotti’s Wine & Spirits, Multiple Locations

Best Beer Selection

Minotti’s Wine & Spirits, Multiple Locations

Best Bike Shop

Century Cycles , Rocky River

Best Boutique

Charmed Boutique, North Ridgeville

Best Men’s Fashion Geiger’s, Lakewood

Best Home Décor Wild Iris Home, Avon

Best Health Foods (Retail) Lucky’s Market, Cleveland

Best CLE T-Shirt Shop

CLE Clothing Co., Westlake

Best Consignment Shop

Chelsea’s Consignments, Westlake

Best Antique Shop Flower Child, Cleveland

Best Handmade Retailer

The Rift Shop, Olmsted Falls

Best Handmade Market Vendor

Brazen by Nature Candle Co., Lakewood

Children

Best Dance/Theatre

Instruction

Beck Center for the Arts, Lakewood

Best Gymnastics

Little Stars

Gymnastics, Middleburg Heights

Best Music Instruction School of Rock, Strongsville, Westlake

Best Birthday Party Location

Little Stars

Gymnastics, Middleburg Heights

People

Best Chiropractor River Chiropractic & Wellness, Rocky River

Best Chef

Regan Reik - Pier W, Lakewood

Best Bartender

Jeff Gresko - Bistro 83, North Ridgeville

Best Stylist

Alicia Casshie - Tease Salon, Middleburg Heights

Best Interior

Designer Ducy Design, Westlake

Best Fitness

Instructor

Kevin JohnsonForward Fitness, Westlake

Best Photographer 3 Little Birds

Photography, Cleveland

BISTRO 83

36033 Westminister Avenue

North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039

440-353-2828

bistro83.com

Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10 pm, Happy Hour In The Bar Mon-Sat 3pm-6pm

Congratulations to long-time bartender Jeff Gresko on winning his sixth Best Bartender award from Cleveland Magazine’s Best of the West. Stop in to to see Jeff slinging some of his classic cocktails today!

CHARLES SCOTT SALONS & SPAS

19025 Old Lake Road, Rocky River, Ohio 44116 440-333-7994

34970 Detroit Road, Avon, Ohio 440-899-1957

charlesscott.com

Take time for you! Self care is not an indulgence, it’s a necessity. Whether its a brow wax, haircut or day of beauty, Charles Scott Salons & Spas helps people to reconnect with taking care of themselves. At Charles Scott, you are given that escape.

LUCA WEST

24600 Detroit Road Westlake, Ohio 44145 216-201-9600

lucawest.com

Luca West is your neighborhood country Tuscan ristorante featuring Italian classics along with innovative daily specials. Whether weeknight, weekend or outdoor dining, your visit to Luca West is a special experience.

PETER & CO.

JEWELERS

32020 Walker Road Avon Lake, Ohio 44012 440-933-4871

peterjewelers.com

Our hand-selected pieces are more than jewelry – they’re expressions of your unique style and moments in time. From engagement rings to custom designs, find your perfect creation today.

GUNSELMAN’S TAVERN

21490 Lorain Road

Fairview Park, Ohio 44126

440-331-5719

gunselmans.com

Since 1936, Gunselman’s Tavern has been a great place to meet friends and grab a drink. Award

STYLE MUTT

3525 Warren Road Cleveland, Ohio 44111 440-409-0451

Mon-Sat 7 am-5 pm stylemutt.com

Celebrating its 17th year anniversary in September, Style Mutt is a dog and cat boutique, dog daycare and grooming center.

KING WAH

20668 Center Ridge Road Rocky River, Ohio 44116

440-331-0330

kingwahrestaurant.biz

King Wah is a long standing, awarding winning restaurant that features a delicious menu of classic Chinese favorites and unique creations. Savor every last bite, and see why King Wah has been a local favorite since 1973.

TIDE CLEANERS

Multiple locations throughout Northeast Ohio 440-792-4090

tidecleaners.com

Mon-Fri, 7am–7pm; Sat 8am–5pm

Tide Cleaners is America’s #1 trusted brand in dry cleaning. We offer conveniences like same day service and home pickup and delivery.

Build or Renovate?

Whether you choose to revamp your space or start from scratch, options abound for creating your dream home. Find out how from local, award-winning experts.

PERFORMANCE IN NEW HOME SALES

$5-$10 MILLION

Brandon Rolko

Pulte Homes

Amanda Kuljko

Pulte Homes

Leah Littleton

Pulte Homes

Haley Vanni

Pulte Homes

Ashlea Savona

Pulte Homes

Ed Ely

Pulte Homes

Devin Daughtery

Pulte Homes

Amanda Bundy

Drees Homes

George Pelesky

Drees Homes

Lindsay Artzner

ProBuilt Homes

David Kronenberg

ProBuilt Homes

Chelsey Berkey

Petros Homes

Jason Baylor

Payne & Payne Builders

$10-$15 MILLION

Corey Stebbins

Pulte Homes

Stacey Yezbak

K. Hovnanian

Monica Brown

K. Hovnanian

Marissa Lubera

K. Hovnanian

Keith Stumpf

Drees Homes

Jill Scott

Drees Homes

Michael Yoe

Payne & Payne Builders

$15 MILLION or MORE

Linda Serowski

Pulte Homes

Tom Hoagland

Pulte Homes

Jack Yancer

Pulte Homes

HBA 2024 CLEVELAND CHOICE AWARD WINNERS

Diane Hentz Pulte Homes

Craig Gates

Pulte Homes

Constance Linkous

K. Hovnanian

Michele Mave

Drees Homes

Erin Rogers Drees Homes

Debbie Meyer

Drees Homes

David Binder

Petros Homes

Emily Gentry

Petros Homes

David Hesse

Payne & Payne Builders

BEST SALES SHOW ROOM / DESIGN CENTER

BUILDER MEMBER

Petros Homes

ASSOCIATE MEMBER Floorz

BEST INTERIOR DESIGN

UNDER $500,000

Skoda Construction

$750,000 - $1,000,000

Perrino Builders & Remodeling

OVER $2,500,000

Prestige Builder Group

BEST INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

UNDER $500,000

Cuyahoga Land Bank

$500,000 - $750,000 MJ Builders Inc.

$750,000 - $1,000,000 Edgewood Homes

$1,000,000 - $1,500,000 Perrino Builders & Remodelers

$1,500,000 - $2,000,000 Otero Signature Homes

OVER $2,500,000 Otero Signature Homes

BEST INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

CONDO / CLUSTER / TOWNHOME

Drees Homes

BEST EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

UNDER $500,000

Cuyahoga Land Bank

$500,000 - $750,000

Drees Homes

$750,000 - $1,000,000

Payne & Payne Builders

$1,000,000 - $1,500,000

Otero Signature Homes

$1,500,000 - $2,000,000

JEMM Construction, LLC

OVER $2,500,000

Otero Signature Homes

BEST EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

CONDO / CLUSTER / TOWNHOME

Drees Homes

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BEST URBAN / INFILL DEVELOPMENT

Knez Homes

BEST CONDO / CLUSTER COMMUNITY

Kensington Homes, Inc.

BEST SINGLE FAMILY

COMMUNITY

Petros Homes

BEST REMODEL PROJECTS

BEST BATHROOMUNDER $100,000

HTZ Construction, Inc.

BEST BATHROOMOVER $100,000

Bennett Builders & Remodeling

BEST BASEMENT RENOVATION

Payne & Tompkins Design Renovations

BEST KITCHENUNDER $100,000 Element Design Build Remodel

BEST KITCHEN -

$100,000 - $150,000 Bennett Builders & Remodeling

BEST KITCHENOVER $150,000 Mancuso Homes

BEST INTERIORUNDER $150,000 Bennett Builders & Remodelers

BEST INTERIOROVER $150,000 Mancuso Homes

BEST EXTERIORUNDER $150,000 Makoski Construction & Remodeling

BEST EXTERIOR$150,000 - $250,000 Bennett Builders & Remodelers

BEST ADDITIONUNDER $200,000 Bennett Builders & Remodelers

BEST ADDITION

$200,000 - $300,000 Payne & Tompkins Design Renovations

BEST ADDITION

$300,000 - $400,000 Mancuso Homes

BEST ADDITION OVER $400,000 Simcon Homes

BEST ENTIRE HOMEUNDER $250,000 Cuyahoga Land Bank

BEST ENTIRE HOME -

$250,000 - $500,000 Mancuso Homes

BEST ENTIRE HOMEOVER $500,000 Perrino Builders & Remodeling

BEST CUSTOM HOME

BEST SPECIALTY / ENTERTAINMENT ROOM Payne & Tompkins Design Renovations

BEST GREEN BUILTUNDER 2500 SQ. FT. Rebuild Cleveland

BEST GREEN BUILT2501 - 4,000 SQ. FT. Keystate Homes & Development

BEST GREEN BUILTOVER 4,000 SQ. FT. Payne & Payne Builders

BEST CUSTOM HOME

$500,000 - $750,000 MJ Builders, Inc.

BEST CUSTOM HOME

$750,000 - $1,000,000 MJ Builders, Inc.

BEST CUSTOM HOME

$1,000,000 - $1,500,000

JEMM Construction, Inc.

BEST CUSTOM HOME

$1,500,000 - $2,000,000

Otero Signature Homes

BEST CUSTOM HOME

OVER $2,500,000

Prestige Builder Group

2024 HBA Officers & Board

Debra Branske, President

Third Federal Savings & Loan

Andrew Gotlieb, Vice President

Keystate Homes & Development

Dan Smoulder, Treasurer Petros Homes

Jason Rodgers, Secretary Paine Creek Builders

Rob Myers, Immediate Past President Myers Homes/RHM Homes

Brenda Callaghan, Executive Director HBA of Greater Cleveland

Board of Trustees

Joe Archer

Sherwin-Williams

Tim Bennett Bennett Builders

Steve Caldwell

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery

Dennis Dlugosz

Corrigan Krause CPAs

Loretta Jones

Third Federal

Brian Miller

Mont Surfaces by Mont Granite

Dana Novotny

K. Hovnanian, Cleveland Division

Anthony Piocquidio Lowe’s

Dennis Reber

Apollo Supply

Amanda Richardson First Energy

Rodney Simon Simcon Custom Homes

Legal Adviser

Russell O’Rourke, Esq. Meyers, Roman, Friedberg & Lewis

On the Cover Payne & Tompkins Design-Renovations

Courtesy Payne & Tompkins DesignRenovations, HBA 2024 Cleveland Choice Award Winner: Best Specialty/ Entertainment Room.

Making Your Dream Home Attainable

In Northeast Ohio, many homebuyers are choosing to build new homes with one of HBA of Greater Cleveland’s talented builders. The big decision buyers face is how best to finance a new or existing home. Should you use the equity in your current home, or should you utilize a construction loan? Here is a brief overview to help you understand how each of these products works.

Home Equity Lines of Credit, often called HELOCs, offer homeowners the flexibility to borrow against the equity they have in their existing homes. This type of financing can be advantageous for those who already own a property and wish to use the equity as collateral for their new home construction. With an equity line, borrowers can access funds as needed during the construction process, and many banks offer the option of paying interest only on the amount used.

On the other hand, construction permanent loans provide a more structured and comprehensive approach to financing a new build. These loans are specifically designed to cover construction costs and convert into a traditional mortgage once the project is complete. Construction permanent loans offer long-term, fixed- or adjustable-rate mortgage options, providing stability and predictability for homeowners. Many banks

and builders have financing options for this type of loan.

Both equity lines and construction permanent loans have their merits, and the choice ultimately depends on each homeowner’s unique needs and circumstances. While equity lines offer flexibility and the ability to tap into existing home equity, construction permanent loans provide a dedicated financing solution tailored to the construction process and long-term homeownership. Your best course of action is to discuss your options with your financial institution so you can compare and make an educated decision on which type of financing will best meet your needs.

Sincerely,

Debra Branske President, Home Builders Association (HBA) of

Greater Cleveland

Do new... or re-do.

Whether you need financing for new home construction or a new kitchen, we can help you own the house of your dreams. Visit Dollar.Bank or your local Dollar Bank office to get started.

A kitchen and living space remodel, like the one below by Otero Signature Homes, can update your home and give it a completely new look and feel.

Improve or Move?

Northeast Ohio homeowners share factors driving their decision to stay put and remodel or move and start from scratch. By

Kristen Hampshire

The floor plan feels choppy, you’re missing a must-have mudroom, your family is bigger (and growing), and you’re ready for a kitchen that works for everyday life.

Tempted by Instagram reels of quartz countertops and Houzz galleries brimming with fully equipped outdoor living spaces, you’re ready to remodel. Or, given your existing property’s limitations, does it make more sense to build a new home?

Both are options to consider, and there are variables to weigh. (Sorry, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.)

Above all, location is a driving factor, even more than interest rates and cost of construction.

“When we go into a home and evaluate the current situation and talk to homeowners about their wants and needs, we do an analysis of what renovations are possible and if it’s even realistic to get all the features they want in their current home,” says Darren Mancuso,

who owns Mancuso Homes with his wife, Kate. The couple stars in HGTV’s “Gut Job.”

Next comes budget straight talk.

“Based on their goals, we estimate what it would cost to renovate versus move,” Mancuso says.

Sometimes, the numbers are not too different.

“Does it make sense to put that much money into a house, or does it make more sense to tear the house down and build a new, custom house?” Mancuso says, introducing another angle in the remodel-or-move decision. What about razing the house you own and starting from scratch?

Across the board, renos, new builds and teardowns are ongoing in Northeast Ohio, and demand is strong.

“We have seen the renovation market skyrocket, but new homes are also back this spring with land coming available slowly as new subdivisions come online,

Financing Options

When it comes to paying for your new build or remodel, you have options. Here’s a look at a few loan types and what they entail.

Building New

Construction Loans: A single closing construction loan locks in the rate upfront before work begins. “Payments during construction are interest only based on how much has been paid to the builder via draw requests,” says Liz Schneider, a mortgage officer with Dollar Bank. “Most builders take five to seven draws during the construction phase of the loan.” The loan can have a fixed or adjustable rate and can be used to purchase the lot and fund construction. When the home is complete, the loan converts to the permanent financing at the same interest rate, and the homeowner begins paying on the principle, interest, property tax, homeowners insurance and PMI (if applicable). “The only funds needed at the time of conversion are the funds to set up the escrow account and any interest due,” says Schneider. Most loans have no prepayment penalty.

Funding a Renovation

Home Equity Line of Credit: These loans have a variable rate and allow the homeowner to borrow additional money down the line based on credit limit. Over the draw period, homeowners can borrow on this line of credit and pay it back again as often as necessary.

Home Equity Loan: These are fixedrate term loans with fixed monthly payments. All the funds of the loan are paid out to the borrower at closing.

Cash-out Refinance: Homeowners can borrow an amount greater than their mortgage and use the excess money to fund home improvement projects or other needs.

EXPERIENCE MAKES

along with people looking at infill lots and outlots that have not been selected,” says Ted Otero, president and founder of Otero Signature Homes.

Stay Put and Remodel

“The saying in real estate is, ‘location, location, location,’ and that holds true,” says Dean Tompkins, vice president, Payne & Tompkins Design-Renovations, reiterating the No. 1 priority for many homeowners.

But with location, there are sometimes trade-offs. Even if your existing home is in a sweet spot, you may not have the lot leeway to expand as you hoped, and there could be floor plan constraints. “You may need to change locations to get the home you want, or buy something that is less than ideal in a location you like and make changes to it,” Tompkins says.

Along those lines, Tompkins is seeing an increase in renovation projects on properties

that owners purchased in a rush as homes only spent days on the market during the pandemic. “They like the lot and location — they don’t love the house — but they know they can make it into what they want,” he says.

If location is the reason for staying put, another factor is determining whether the scope of work and investment in a renovation makes sense for the neighborhood. In some markets, the condition and size of surrounding homes is a non-issue, and Mancuso says streets are gradually transforming, one house at a time. In those cases, updating a $250,000 home into a $500,000 property is all about realizing the owner’s goals, and “pricing yourself out of the neighborhood” is not a thing.

However, for those expecting to sell, dollars dedicated to a supersized renovation that far exceeds the value of homes on the street will probably not cash in to a selling price of equal value.

“We have seen the renovation market skyrocket, but new homes are also back...”

– Ted Otero, Otero Signature Homes

Ultimately, renovation is about achieving the lifestyle you hope for in an existing location that you love.

Otero points to some key renovation projects that homeowners find well worth the investment. For example, kitchen overhauls, along with adding a mudroom and laundry space, make it possible to work within an existing footprint and enhance life at home. “Walls can be taken down, updates can be made, and we can give them a new look and feel,” he says.

Finished basements with workout sections, entertainment areas, theater rooms and comfortable living spaces are ways to “add quality square footage” without a new addition, Otero adds. “And, we are doing a lot of backyard escapes,” he says. “People realize that home is where the heart is, and if they have an outdoor living area or covered porch, they can extend their indoor environment.”

Motivation to Move

Otero lists a few reasons why building new is the best solution for some owners. “One is if you are relocating into town, and we are seeing that quite often,” he says. “Or, your existing house is just purely

undersized for your needs. Three, your subdivision can’t handle the renovation you would plan to do from a cost or equity perspective.”

He adds, “New builds are going strong,” and especially with a strong cash position from an existing home sale. As for higher interest rates, some are reasoning that a move now is worthwhile and they can refinance down the road.

However, for those who locked in an interest rate lower than 3% for an existing home, there’s a real value decision to consider, Mancuso says. “You can sell a house for $400,000 to buy a house for $750,000 with double the interest rate — or stay in your 3% interest rate and put $350,000 into the house at the new rate.”

In some cases, cost of ownership can be a leading reason to build new rather than remodel.

“There is a cost of living,” says Rodney Simon, owner of Simcon Homes. “At some point, you’ll have to replace the roof, the windows, furnace and hot water tank.”

You can renovate a kitchen or add an outdoor living space, but building new provides the latest mechanicals and materials without the mileage. This

prompts some to raze an existing home to start from scratch or choose new construction elsewhere.

On the other hand, renovations involve upgrading to new materials with less maintenance, Tompkins points out.

Ultimately, Tompkins says, “When we see people decide to build new, it is usually that they found a lot or a new subdivision they like and can get a total all-in home that is exactly what they want.”

Again, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to the remodel-or-move question. So what can builders and remodelers say for certain?

Demand across the board is not going to let up any time soon because those in waitand-see mode will eventually hit a tipping point. Mancuso says, “Everyone wants to do something, and if they are holding tight for something — economic uncertainty, the election, interest rates — at some point, the rubber band will snap.”

A newly built home by Mancuso Homes

HOME Reimagined

Home Builders Association of Cleveland members deliver award-winning results with thoughtful spaces that suit modern lifestyles. By Kristen Hampshire

The Home Builders Association (HBA) Cleveland Choice Awards celebrate outstanding new building and home renovation projects across Northeast Ohio and honor the talented professionals who make their clients’ dreams come true.

Here’s

a look at some of this year’s winners.

A Healthy, Sustainable Home

Payne & Payne Builders: Best Green-Built Home

Over 4,000 Square Feet

A healthy, efficient home that is responsibly built, reduces waste and functions for family were priorities a Beachwood client specified when enlisting Payne & Payne Builders for a new-build project.

“They wanted something practical, something respectful, something functional — and they are big on entertaining and needed space to accommodate immediate and extended family,” says Mark Verdova, vice president of the Chardon-based firm.

Payne & Payne delivered with a right-sized home at just over 4,000 square feet, with thoughtful space planning so every designated area

has a purpose. For instance, the kitchen offers modern finishes — including quartz countertops, sleek, white cabinetry and a deep island for seating and food prep. It’s roomy, but not oversized, and flows into an equal-sized dining room outfitted with two square tables seating eight each for large gatherings.

The second floor contains four bedrooms plus a primary suite, along with a lounge area and laundry space. Stacking the floor plan nearly evenly minimizes the footprint.

“We took down an existing home to build new, which minimized site impacts, and we didn’t have to clear trees,” Verdova explains, noting that parts of the driveway were repurposed, and most materials were locally sourced.

A focus on indoor air quality involved low-VOC finishes on products and fresh air intake. Low-E windows allow natural light to enter the home while deflecting UV rays and infrared light. The home also includes a high-efficiency furnace and hot water tank, additional insulation, LED lighting and more windows strategically positioned on the south side — a solar advantage.

“We got such a great outcome without being extravagant — the house is incredibly efficient and beautiful for entertaining,” says Verdova.

A Culinary Kitchen

Bennett Builders & Remodelers: Best Kitchen

$100,000 to $150,000

A traditional colonial in Bay Village with a typical center-hall firstfloor layout underwent a complete reimagining and all-out renovation to accomplish a brighter, more open floor plan designed for cooking, gathering and family life.

Lakefront Exterior Character

JEMM Construction: Best Exterior Architectural Design

$1.5 to $2 million

A Nantucket-style lakefront estate with characteristic gables and lighthouse features is a true escape and multifunctional home that serves to entertain, relax and work from home. The owner partnered with JEMM Construction based in Painesville to raze an existing home, clear the lot for a clean canvas and develop a 10,000-square-foot house in Eastlake that leverages lake views and beachfront access.

The four-bedroom home includes six bathrooms and coffee bars, as well as three kitchens — the first on the main level, the second on the lower level that walks out to the beach and the third in the guest suite.

“We have a balance of entertaining space and bedrooms,” says Joshua Edgell, owner of JEMM Construction. For instance, the lower level includes a sunken theater room, workout area, game room and a pool bathroom with two stalls for changing. The space opens to a deck for lakefront gathering.

The interior is clean-lined with abundant ceiling detail, which creates a welcoming feel in even the most expansive spaces. Millwork throughout introduces texture and movement, adding interest to a largely neutral color palette of grays, blues and white.

Before, stained wood cabinets and a closed-off dining room, modest windows and a dated color palette — the red wall dining room of yesteryear — resulted in a choppy floor plan that didn’t accommodate a modern lifestyle.

A love for the neighborhood and schools anchored the family to their location. So, they decided to work within the existing footprint and “reappoint” the first floor and kitchen, says Terry Bennett, president and general manager of Bennett Builders & Remodelers in Westlake.

“They love to cook and entertain, so the kitchen is the focal point of the house,” says Bennett, noting luxury appliances by Thermador, an expansive glass wine display case, double oven with warming drawer and custom cabinets by Dura Supreme.

An adjacent dry bar includes glass, lighted shelving and a secondary undercounter refrigerator. The backsplash is finished in the same luxury vinyl plank surface as the flooring, along with the backdrop of the wine case, creating a seamless visual flow throughout the main floor. Also, quartz with dynamic veining for countertops and the range backsplash provide continuity.

“We expanded the windows and added a glass sliding door at the rear to usher in more natural light,” Bennett adds.

An expansive island offers plenty of seating, as does the peninsula and a counter-height farm table with bench and stool seating that flanks it.

Bennett also reconfigured the stairway off of the foyer, where there are marble floors. Refinished and stained treads and balusters with updated newel posts with a square craftsman aesthetic offer a polished entry at the front door leading up to the second level.

The significant transformation with entirely open space on the first floor was only possible because of complex “major surgery,” Bennett says of enlisting a structural engineer and relying on the team’s skilled carpenters to conceal a load-bearing header beam underneath the ceiling.

Bennett says, “The ceiling is flush, giving you a much greater feel of the expansive views.”

When building on the lake, wind is a key consideration for materials selections, Edgell notes. JEMM Construction specified Ascend composite cladding with a high wind rating and insulated backing that resembles wood shake. Casement windows are hurricane rated and made of impact-resistant glass.

Exterior architectural detail, including bracketry, columns, generous eaves and a combination of shake siding and stone facade offer a

A French Country Pool House

Payne & Tompkins Design-Renovations: Best Specialty/ Entertainment Room

Inspired by a French country cottage, a pool house in Chagrin Falls mirrors the main home’s architectural detail and serves as a year-round space to gather, entertain and relax by the water or cozy up by a wood-burning fireplace.

While the home has an indoor pool, the family added an exterior pool and outdoor entertainment area. “They wanted a space that would open up for indoor-outdoor living for family and friends,” says Leslie Reddy, a senior designer with Payne & Tompkins Design-Renovations in Chardon. Many of the pool house walls open up to the outdoors, thanks to retractable Nano Doors.

Inside is a main kitchen and “dirty kitchen” for prep or catering, along with a full bathroom, laundry area, great room, wet bar, enclosed patio and loft that houses a pullout sofa.

Architect Mike Caito designed the pool house, working with the

level of character that is necessary for this size of a home, Edgell says, where there is a risk of appearing large and bland.

“The Nantucket gable in the center anchors the home, and we tie in a lighthouse look,” he says of a cupola effect.

Awash in colors of the water, sand and sky, the result is a wellplanned home that although sprawling, is every bit as intimate and part of the natural landscape.

homeowners to tweak the layout while staying within the city’s architectural review board limits. For instance, due to the exterior elevation, windows were required on either side of the fireplace where the owners hoped for bookshelf space.

“If you look at the outside, you will see the windows look dark as if the lights are off,” Reddy says. “They are blocked off and custom arched bookcases are in place, so that was one of the ways we worked with the city while delivering on what the client wanted.”

Thoughtful design details include hand-hewn ceiling beams, panel moulding that scales the stairway walls to the loft, a cupola with a weathervane that mimics the main home, French oak floors and custom cabinetry. A combination of lodge-like and rustic-modern light fixtures double as focal points, drawing attention to pitched ceilings that deliver a wide-open feel throughout.

A Euro-Modern Addition Simcon Homes: Best Addition Over $400,000

Appreciating amenities such as a park-like property and a pool, this couple wanted to stay put — but with an empty nest and a second-floor primary suite, their home no longer suited their daily lifestyle. So they invited dear friend Rodney Simon, owner of Simcon Custom Homes from Orange Village, to help design and build an addition that incorporated a main-level primary suite with all the trappings.

“The homeowners were very in tune with what they wanted, and all selections were made before the shovel hit the ground,” says Simon,

noting the post-pandemic build required strategic planning to secure the necessary trades and materials for the large-scale project, which was completed in 11 months.

A Euro-modern style is reflected in a cool black-white-gray palette, sleek finishes and fixtures and innovative surface treatments. For example, the spa bathroom floor with book matching positions large-scale porcelain slabs to mirror the pattern, creating a continuous flow — a work of art. His-and-hers curbless shower entries each have heated towel bars, while a freestanding tub and stacked-stone backdrop (frosted windows were an afterthought) anchor this area. The primary suite sitting room includes a kitchen/bar space with

a dishwasher, built-in coffee maker and drawer fridge. Boutique closet space provides displays for clothing, offers plentiful storage and “is like walking into a shop in Miami,” Simon relates.

In the primary bedroom, coffered ceilings add interest to an expansive stretch of space, while a grandiose chandelier punctuates it and adds a sense of luxurious formality to an otherwise modern aesthetic. A similar light fixture treatment is repeated in the ensuite.

A long hallway outside of the new suite appears to have paneled walls. “But when you push on them, they open up into storage —

Transformation to a Spa Space

HTZ Construction Inc.: Best Bathroom Under $100,000

“There’s a place for everything, and everything has a place,” says Nicole Spade, project consultant at HTZ Construction Inc. in Richfield, reciting

those are hidden doors,” Simon says.

The owners lived through the renovation, so they were very much a part of the everyday progress and ongoing milestones. But a week before completion, they were out of town. This offered an opportunity to stage a grand unveiling.

“The designer was onsite, we had someone who moved everything from their existing closets to the new ones, and the beds were made,” Simon says. “When they came home, they moved right into their new suite and loved it.”

an organizational mantra that underpins the intentional, functional redesign of an outdated Strongsville bathroom.

The before-and-after pictures are startling. Think a tub/shower with a sliding glass door on aluminum tracks, oversized corner jacuzzi, shallow twin sinks crammed into a vanity lacking counterspace

and water damage. Multiple doors to a linen closet, the hallway and commode jammed up the flow.

“It felt confined, and we wanted it to be more open and bright,” Spade says. “They do not use the tub, so they wanted to get rid of it, create a larger spa shower and build in more storage with multiple niches.

Large format tile in the shower room resembles marble, and a bench of solid surface material means no grout lines. A stone textured floor serves dual purposes; it feels good on the feet and is slip-resistant.

Spade divided the vanity with a floor-to-ceiling storage unit, and drawers are equipped with electrical outlets to tuck away appliances

like a flat iron or blow dryer. Additional custom storage includes floating shelves with a shiplap backdrop, additional counterspace and lower cabinetry.

Proper ventilation was key, as the previous configuration did not vent to the exterior, resulting in mold and mildew buildup.

“Elegant lighting and beautiful fixtures elevate the space,” Spade notes, pointing to a towel warming bar and dual shower heads — a stationary rain head and removable attachment with separate valve controls. “It functions for their daily life and they just love being in the space.”

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“DO WHAT YOU WANT WITH THE SPACE.” The order, delivered by a native Clevelander who returns from his adopted Southern California home to watch his beloved Browns and Guardians, was a dream come true for Dawn Cook of Shaker Heights-based BLDC Design Studio. The two-bedroom, two-bath Warehouse District condo, dated and basic as its interiors were, boasted 16-foot-high ceilings, exposed brick walls and a spiral staircase to a rooftop deck — features Cook could use to create a sleek, sophisticated place for the superfan to stay with his wife and two school-age sons, as well as entertain clients of his specialty shipping company. The usual mix of team colors and memorabilia, however, wouldn’t be part of the decor.

“We said, ‘OK, this is going to be swanky. It’s going to have Cleveland vibes. But it’s not going to be Cleveland Browns sports helmets, decorated in orange and brown,’” she says.

Cook opted to gut the space and replace the hardwood floors with a wide-plank white oak to lighten the 1,500-square-foot unit. Contractors raised the main-living space floor 6 inches so they could run additional electrical wiring underneath it. “There was no power to certain parts of this condo,” she explains. Among the amenities are the wiring powers: a system that programs lighting to a user’s preferred warmth, intensity and color.

The ceiling, in contrast, was slightly lowered to accommodate lighting and sound-system speakers, then painted black along with the exposed ductwork, a nod to the space’s industrial past.

Cook and her team put a lot of thought into making the long, narrow entry hall “feel important,” “so it didn’t seem like you were walking down a bowling alley,” as she puts it. Decorative artist Haley Cavotta finished one wall in a swirling black mural. The other was outfitted with a recessed “drop zone,” complete with leatherupholstered bench and coat hooks on paneled walls, and white doors that conceal storage.

At the end of the hall, hanging on a brick wall over the dining area, is a custom work by North Carolina artist Palmer Smith that, at first glance, looks like a simple swirl of black on white canvas. Closer inspection reveals background renderings of former Indians mascot Chief Wahoo, former Browns quarterback Bernie Kosar and the old Cleveland Stadium, as well as the owner’s sons’ names. Cavotta touched up each time-worn brick in the walls to create an authentic yet uniform look.

Cook finished the L-shaped kitchen area with Dekton-topped gray melamine cabinetry housing an ice machine, dishwasher and double

Clean lines and neutral colors create a sleek, sophisticated decor and an inviting space for game days, without being too sporty.

freezer drawers hidden behind panels. A commercial beverage center and black refrigerator bookend the arrangement. The island is equipped with an induction cooktop in the leathered quartzite counter and under-counter oven. Cook points to the 55-inch Samsung Frame TV hanging over a stretch of under-counter cabinetry.

“[The owner] was very adamant that he needed TVs everywhere,” she says.

An 80-inch Samsung Frame TV hangs on a stained-ebony wall in the living area. Flanking touch-latch cabinets offer unobtrusive storage, while a 100-inch three-sided electric fireplace set in black reeded marble underneath supplies additional warmth on chilly game days. The charcoal-gray sectional, stationed atop a geometric taupe-and-cream rug, was designed to accommodate multiple people

watching a game on TV. A view of Progressive Field from the Hope Memorial Bridge is provided in the form of a semi-abstract rendering by Cleveland Heights artist Ashley Sullivan that hangs over a taupe-mohair swivel club chair.

“It has the sports reference, but it’s not screaming [it],” Cook says.

The round wood dining table, surrounded by black-leather-cushioned, metal-frame chairs, and a mushroomshaped accent lamp in the nearby sitting area mimic the curves of the spiral staircase to the Trex rooftop deck.

Cook put a Dekton-topped waterfalledge bar under yet another Samsung Frame TV and 12-person hot tub — a feature that required the installation of a laminated-veneer lumber beam that runs the length of the ceiling below to support it — in an ebony-stained ce-

dar pergola. A gas grill is stationed at the bottom of the steps down to the main level. Slatted ebony-stained cedar panels provide privacy; a cement fire table in front of the grayish-blue sectional and Italian-made propane heaters extend the deck’s usability.

A contractor created the illusion of natural light flooding the owner’s suite by installing a bedroom window illuminated by a programmable source that simulates seasonal daylight as the hours pass from sunrise to sunset. Cook made the most of the small space by installing a built-in platform bed, complete with a tweedy-gray upholstered headboard and sconce-lit nightstands, on a reeded wood wall.

The bath features fire-clay vessel sinks on a quartzite-topped, black melamine vanity, a black toilet and a walk-in zero-entry shower tiled in a

textured version of the grayish-taupe porcelain covering the other walls.

As in the public spaces, sports references are subtle.

A pair of metal stools topped in brown tufted leather that remind Cook of footballs sit under commissioned photographs of Cleveland landmarks and street scenes taken by Howard Bruce Washington II. The decor continues to meet with the owner’s approval.

“There’s not a time that this guy is in town and on this rooftop that he doesn’t send me a text and thank me for how awesome this is,” Cook says.

THE POSTWAR ERA was the high point for Downtown Cleveland department stores, but as populations started to move to the suburbs, so, too, did retail, bringing about the era of the shopping mall.

Severance Center opened in Cleveland Heights in 1963. Two years later, Midway Mall opened in Elyria. In 1966, Richmond Mall opened in Richmond Heights. The construction boom continued into the 1970s, with Randall Park Mall opening in 1976, and the Euclid Square Mall opening the following year.

Euclid Square opened to great fanfare on March 2, 1977, with a special hosted by Doug Adair of WKYC. The 687,000-square-foot facility had more than 100 stores, including mall mainstays like Orange Julius, Spencer Gifts, Waldenbooks and Chess King, as well as

Cleveland staples like Richman Brothers and its two anchor stores, Higbee’s and May Co., which wasn’t quite ready to open with the mall.

May Co. opened that August, with a ceremonial ribbon cutting kicking off a weeklong celebration.

But the mall’s heyday was short-lived — and May’s days were numbered. The flagship May Co. on Public Square closed in 1993 (it has been adapted and now houses upscale apartments), and the mall stores were rebranded as Kaufmann’s, later swallowed up by Federated a decade later. Gradually, the mall was abandoned, and by 2013, was filled with two dozen different churches. Ultimately, the mall was torn down. Today it’s an Amazon facility — the same fate that befell Randall Park Mall.

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