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Gender
MaleAbout Bernard Silver
Biography
Bernard Silver, MD, is a Staff Member in the Department of Hematological Oncology and Blood Disorders at the Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus. His specialty interests include Coagulation disorders (bleeding and thrombosis), including hemophilia, von Willebrand's disease, clotting factor deficiencies or inhibitors, thrombophilia (excess clotting), lupus anticoagulant or antiphospholipid syndrome, thrombocytopenia (ITP, TTP), and hemolytic anemia.
Dr. Silver is also an Associate Editor of the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, Course Director for Hematology at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine and Program Director of bone marrow biopsies for Taussig Cancer Institute.
Dr. Silver earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Mich. He completed an internship and residency at Northwestern University Evanston Hospital in Evanston, IL. He also completed a fellowship at University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor.
He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine with additional certifications in Hematology and Oncology.
He has been an invited lecturer and presenter on various aspects of coagulation, such as hemophilia, von Willebrand's disease and factor inhibitors as well as antiphospholipid syndrome and thrombophilia, among many others. Dr. Silver has also published a number of articles in peer-reviewed journals on topics related to anemia and adult thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura.
Locations
- CA Building - Taussig Cancer Center
- 10201 Carnegie Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: University of Michigan Health System, 1981
- Residency: Northwestern University Evanston Hospital, 1978
- Internship: Northwestern University Evanston Hospital, 1976
- Medical Education: University of Michigan Medical School, 1975
- Undergraduate: University of Michigan, 1971
Board Certifications
- Medical Oncology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1981
- Hematology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1980
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1978
Professional Memberships
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2026-03-21, Dr. Silver has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
67 ratings, 9 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2026
Dr. Bernard Silver conducted a very thorough examination of my medical history, medications and bloodwork before providing his diagnosis. His approach was very professional, as were his responses to our many questions. His knowledge and helpfulness gave us great comfort, as did his offer to assist us going forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr Silver was very thorough and took considerable time reviewing my medical history. He did a compressive lab assessment and v promptly discussed results via messaging
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
He is a wonderful doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Always rely on his wisdom and guidance! It is why my doctors are encouraging his second opinion!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
Best physician in the world.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Silver was wonderful. Very caring, informative and clear about the proposed care plan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Dr. Silver is very attentive and thorough. I cannot be more pleased having him as my physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
Dr. Bernard Silver is very articulate, which is a plus in the kind of appt we had. This appt wat scheduled to find out if there was a problem with Christopher's system making too many red blood cells. Dr. Silver is very well versed in this as it is his specialty, and we appreciated his ability to answer our questions and give us the information and next steps we needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr. Silver is a great doc and a very decent man...I'm very fortunate to have him as part of my care team!