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David Goldfarb

David Goldfarb, MD

Urology

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Age Groups Seen

  • Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About David Goldfarb

Biography

David Goldfarb, MD, has been at Cleveland Clinic for more than 20 years. Following graduation in 1985 from Temple University School of Medicine, he completed his residency and an AFUD scholarship at Cleveland Clinic. He developed clinical expertise in renal transplantation, kidney tumor surgery and benign prostate surgery. In 2003, he became the Surgical Director of the Renal Transplantation Program at the Glickman Urological Institute.

He is distinguished as a two-time appointee to the American Board of Urology Exam Committee. He was the inaugural President of the Paired Donation Consortium, a non-profit organization dedicated to provide paired donation to incompatible renal transplant patients. Dr Goldfarb recently completed a term as president of the Urological Society for Transplantation and Renal Surgery.

Dr Goldfarb has published more than 80 scientific papers and 20 book chapters. He lectures worldwide on various aspects of renal transplantation.

Locations

  1. Mentor Hospital
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  2. Independence Family Health Center
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  3. Hillcrest Medical Building Atrium
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  4. Twinsburg Family Health and Surgery Center
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Education & Board Certifications

Education

  • Residency: Cleveland Clinic, 1990
  • Medical Education: Temple University School of Medicine, 1985
  • Undergraduate: The University of Montana, 1978

Board Certifications

  • Urology: American Board of Urology, 1995

Awards

  • George & Grace Crile Traveling Fellowship Award, 1990
  • American Foundation Urologic Disease Scholarship, 1990-1992
  • Pfizer Scholar in Urology Award,1996

Professional Memberships

American Urological Association; American College of Surgeons; American Society of Transplant Surgeons; Urological Society for Transplant And Vascular Surgery

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

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As of 2026-01-16, Dr. Goldfarb has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

342 ratings, 29 reviews

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

    First time meeting Dr. Goldfarb and felt very comfortable with him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/30/2026

    Dr Goldfarb is terrificHe is the best doctor I have.He is very personable, listens well and gives great advice!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/24/2026

    Dr Goldfarb is the best! I fortunate to have him work with me

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/5/2026

    I sent an email to Dr. Goldfarb and was impressed how fast he got back to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/5/2026

    The doc had a pre procedure huddle that made me feel very comfortable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/3/2026

    Dr Goldfarb listened & made treatment recommendations & referred me, always including me in decisions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    Dr. Goldfarb is the best. He informs me of all the things that need to be addressed.

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

    Dr Goldfarb was very professional and honest p

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    This was my first visit with Dr Goldfarb, and I was very impressed. It's not a fun appointment, but he made it tolerable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Dr is very personable. A great guy!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Dr Goldfarb is awesome

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

    This is my first visit to a urologist. Dr Goldfarb is a very professional individual. Very upstanding and he answered all of my questions.

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

    Dr. Goldfarb is always very gracious and understanding. It is always a pleasure to have him take care of me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Great confidence and care with the practice and physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Dr. Goldfarb is a superstar!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Great doctor - would recommend

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Great Doctor who's always showing care about his patients. Thank you very much!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Dr. Goldfarb is very good in all aspects.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    Dr. Goldfarb, is a very pleasant , and professional doctor, he makes his patients very comfortable . I was able to ask him many questions, and he made me feel very comfortable asking him. I would highly recommend him to my friends and family.

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

    Dr Goldfarb and his nursing team have the most efficient medical practice I have seen. The entire team is professional, courteous, and proficient.

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

    Dr. Was very helpful and informative.

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

    Dr. Goldfarb is excellent in every way possible

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Dr. Goldfarb explained to me, about my condition, like an Urologist never has before

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    I felt informed and taken care of by the doctor and nurses.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Dr. Was awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    I am very satisfied with the care provided by Dr. Goldfarb and his staff. Everyone I have encountered has been very competent, and have seemed genuinely concerned with ensuring that I am comfortable during my visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/16/2025

    It was a great experience and the Doctor was excellent, very kind and I would rate him an A++++++++++++++ Thank you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    Doctor was very personable, considerate and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Dr Goldfarb is awesome!