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Cathleen Khandelwal

Cathleen Khandelwal, MD

General Surgery

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Locations

  1. Strongsville Family Health and Surgery Center
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  2. West Valley Medical Building
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  3. Fairview Medical Office Building
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Education & Board Certifications

Education

  • Residency: University of North Carolina Health Care System, 2011
  • Undergraduate: Auburn University, 2002
  • Medical Education: University of Maryland, 2002

Board Certifications

  • General Surgery: American Board of Surgery, 2012

Awards

Red Sash Faculty Teaching Award from the University of Arkansas

Professional Memberships

American College of Surgeons; Association of Academic Surgeons; Association of Surgical Educators; Southeastern Surgical Congress

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

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As of 2025-12-08, Dr. Khandelwal has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

160 ratings, 13 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/8/2026

    Dr K is excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/8/2026

    One of the best interactions I''ve had with a new doctor ever in my life outstanding I left feeling mentally better and assured

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/6/2026

    I did not wait long for the nursing assistant, physician, or nurse. Each person was efficient and highly skilled. I felt I was in competent hands and had no anxiety about my care. They are an outstanding team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/6/2026

    Dr. Khandawhal is an excellent physician, and she listens with intensity, focus, and concern. She listened and distilled my concerns and problems very well and formulated a plan for relief. I knew she was a skilled surgeon and expert in this medical practice area. I highly recommend Dr. Khandawhal.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    I was very pleased with her discussion of my problem and recommendation for further care. She and her staff worked well together to get my health problem resolved. They scheduled one more test to determine the exact cause of my problem before any further treatment or surgery is necessary.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Excellent care and concern from this doctor and her staff. I was vey nervous about possible surgery since I was referred by another doctor's staff but felt much more relaxed by the time I left the office.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    She was attentive to my personal situation, and I appreciated that!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Every interaction I have had with Dr. Kandelwal and her team has exceeded my expectations!! I am thoroughly impressed with the balance of professionalism and the genuine care I have received.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/8/2025

    Dr. Khandelwal was great. Walked away after speaking with Dr. Khandelwal with confidence in my upcoming surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Dr Khandelwal is a wonderful Dr/surgeon she cares for her patients is very friendly and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Dr. Very helpful answered my concerns. Very positive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    Professional and very thorough with her explanations.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Loved my doctor she was great