Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Child
- Adolescent
- Adult
Languages
- Chinese - Mandarin
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Brian Chen
Biography
Dr. Brian Chen is a staff physician in Sleep Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic, specializing in the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. He treats patients of all ages but is further specialized for the treatment of pediatric sleep disorders. He is also interested in biotechnology and is committed to translating scientific advances into personalized, restorative care for his patients. Dr. Chen is an EPIC physician builder and the PAP medical director of Cleveland Clinic Home Care.
Dr. Chen treats all sleep disorders including sleep disordered breathing, insomnia, restless leg syndrome, parasomnia, circadian rhythm disorder, and central disorders of hypersomnia. His super-specialty interests include Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation therapy such as Inspire. The Cleveland Clinic is recognized as an Inspire Center of Excellence.
Dr. Chen received his bachelor's from Princeton University, studying Neuroscience and Chemistry. He received his medical degree at West Virginia University. He completed residency in Pediatrics and Fellowship in Sleep Medicine at Cleveland Clinic. He is board-certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
As a recognized expert in sleep health, Dr. Chen is dedicated to public education and awareness. His expertise has been sought out by local, national, and international media outlets with notable appearances on ABC News, FOX Weather, AccuWeather, Ideastream, New York Times, LA Times, US News and World Report, and the AP.
Dr. Chen believes that high-quality sleep is foundational to overall health and wellbeing. He is currently accepting new patients for consultation.
Locations
- Akron General Health Center
- 676 South Broadway Street, Akron, OH 44311
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- Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- 9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195
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- Medical Outpatient Center, Beachwood - Building 3
- 3050 Science Park Drive, Beachwood, OH 44122
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Sleep Center, 2022
- Residency: Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital, 2021
- Medical Education: West Virginia University School of Medicine, 2018
- Undergraduate: Princeton University, 2013
Board Certifications
- Pediatrics: American Board of Pediatrics, 2023
Professional Highlights
PAP Medical Director of Cleveland Clinic Durable Medical Equipment Company
EPIC Physician Builder
AASM Member
Awards
Best Doctor 2024, 2025 - Cleveland Magazine
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists collaborate with industry to advance medical breakthroughs. These partnerships help commercialize discoveries for public benefit while maintaining scientific integrity. To ensure transparency and minimize potential bias, Cleveland Clinic reviews these relationships and publicly discloses when physicians/scientists receive significant compensation for consulting, serve in fiduciary roles, receive royalties, or hold equity interests related to their work. We manage potential conflicts through approval processes, annual reporting, and targeted management plans.
As of 2025-11-04, Dr. Chen has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Chen receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.
* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.
Insurances Accepted
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
64 ratings, 8 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 12/2/2025
Have suffered most of my life with sleep undiagnosed problems. Dr. Chen has been the first M.D. To diagnose and treat them. It has changed my life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Dr. Chen is amazing! It truly feels like he cares about me and goes above and beyond to bond with his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
I felt heard and validated. It's the first time a doctor has spent that much time on understanding my situation. I left with so much more confidence and hope than when I walked in.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr. Chen was very personable and explained everything very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr Chen answers any questions with kind, patience, respect. He is such a great human being, very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Dr. Chen did a great job listening and explaining the process very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
It's always a pleasure seeing Dr. Chen, be it virtually or in person. Between him, his Fellows or the Residents, they're always willing to include me in our care plan. They're always highly supportive, dignified, and respectful during a visit. I highly recommend Dr. Chen and his team if you need to see a Neurological Sleep Specialist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Dr Chen is a great listener and works hard to understand my care needs.