Howard Goldman, MD
Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
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Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Howard Goldman
Title
Interim Department Chair
Biography
Howard B. Goldman is a Professor on the faculty of the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine and an expert in quality and patient safety serving as the Institute Vice Chairman for Quality at the Glickman Urologic Institute. He has a joint appointment in the departments of urology and obstetrics and gynecology and is actively involved in the training of fellows and residents, including serving as Fellowship director for Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery in the Department of Urology at the Cleveland Clinic. He has directly trained over 35 fellows and residents who are specialized URPS practitioners.
Dr. Goldman’s interests are in the medical and surgical treatment of urinary incontinence and other types of voiding dysfunction, neuromodulation, prolapse repair, complex reconstructive female urologic surgery, robotic pelvic surgery and neurourology. His contributions to the literature have been prolific, including author of over 250 articles and book chapters, editor of three textbooks and panel member for a number of standardization, guidelines and best practice statement panels. Within the AUA he has been on the SUI Guidelines as well as Urodynamics guidelines committees. Within ICS he has been on the male LUTS terminology committee as well as the ICS/IUGA female prolapse terminology committee. He also led the group that came up with the ICS sacral neuromodulation best practices document.
His prominent international reputation has led to invitations as visiting professor in the United States and abroad as well as numerous invited lectures. He is on the editorial board of a number of journals and is a former Assistant Editor of the Journal of Urology. .
He is currently the co-director of the AUA annual review course for part 1 of the ABU exam and co-editor of the AUA oral board review study guide, is on the ICS Education committee, the IUGA scientific committee and on the board of directors of SUFU and INUS. He was the scientific co-chair for the 2020 ICS annual meeting, was the program co-chair for the 2020 SUFU meeting, was on the program committee for the 2020 International Neurourology Society and is the International Consultation on Incontinence committee chair for surgery for male incontinence.
Dr. Goldman has been involved in and led numerous projects related to innovative treatments utilizing stem cells for SUI, neuromodulation, outpatient female reconstructive robotic surgery, utilization of urodynamics, management of complications and improvements in safety and efficiency in pelvic floor surgery.
Dr. Goldman is an astute physician-scientist, nurturing educator, model leader, and unwavering patient advocate renowned in the field of urology.
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Locations
- Hillcrest Medical Building Atrium
- 6770 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Hts, OH 44124
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- Twinsburg Family Health and Surgery Center
- 8701 Darrow Road, Twinsburg, OH 44087
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- Q Building - Glickman Tower
- 2050 East 96th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106
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- Q Building - Glickman Tower
- 2050 East 96th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 1998
- Residency: University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, 1997
- Residency: University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, 1993
- Internship: University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center, 1992
- Medical Education: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 1991
- Undergraduate: University of California-Los Angeles, 1987
Board Certifications
- Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery: American Board of Urology, 2013
- Urology: American Board of Urology, 1999
Professional Highlights
- Co-Editor of textbook, "Female Urology - A Practical Clinical Guide"
Professional Memberships
Innovations & Patents
Involved in development of innovative new techniques of neuromodulation for the treatment of overactive bladder problems
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2026-03-20, Dr. Goldman has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Goldman 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:
- IQVIA
- Laborie Medical ULC
- Sumitomo Pharma Company Limited
- Medtronic plc
- MedForce
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.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
123 ratings, 23 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 4/8/2026
Dr. Goldman is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
A very dedicated knowledgable kind and compassionate Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
This was my first appointment with Dr Goldman. He and his staff are excellent. They made an uncomfortable visit very respectful, kind and humorous. Their professional and caring approach helped me feel so much better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Excellent physician and resident. Dr. Goldman diagnosed another problem and is able to help me with that one as well. Very professional, very excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr. Goldman, along with staff went above and beyond to provide the services needed in a very timely manner. I was very appreciative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Always received excellent Health Care from Dr Goldman and his staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Everyone worked as a team and included me on the team. They all worked together and included me, explaining what they were doing. I felt more at ease because of this team effort.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
This was my first visit to Dr. Goldman's office and I was very pleased with my visit there. The staff and Dr.Goldman & his assistant were all very nice and concerned about me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Dr Goldman and Dr Monsour are a great team. First class with excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr. Goldman is amazing. Kind, professional, gives you his time to answer any questions you have. Genuinely concerned for my wellbeing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
Dr Goldman was very prompt and went out of his way to explain
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Really good and approachable doctor. He came recommended to me by another patient of his.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr Howard Goldman worked with another colleague(Dr Omer Anis) to complete my diagnosis. These drs are really busy and sought after in their field. They worked to get me in as soon as possible, since I came in from FL. Really an efficient team
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
I have been a patient of D Goldman for a few years 3 I think it's been. He helped me immensely with my bladder issue after I had a large kidney stone removed and complications from that. He also recommended pelvic floor therapy, which I took for one and a half years from the great Andrea Evers. I also went through 12 weeks of bladder installations with Kathleen Scott, PA, in his office. She was wonderful and very in tune to my needs and to help me get better. Dr. Goldman always listens to my concerns, always finds Solutions for me to make my life more comfortable. His bedside manner is excellent and I trust him completely with my care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
Would like to say Dr Ahmed Albakr is a credit to the medical profession. He is a professional with golden hands and a great bedside/office manner. Nurse Fiore is also to be commended for her demeanor and professionalism. They made an uncomfortable patient feel so much better than she thought possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Dr. Goldman was very professional and caring. He took the time to explain every issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr. G is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Dr Golden and his nurses& assistants are very friendly and helpful I like that they get to know me as person not just a patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Brth the nurse is absolutely fabulous She is always friendly and knowledgeable and gets to know me as a person not just a patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
I was very pleased with Dr. Goldman and his staff.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Both Dr Goldman and his fellow were giving ANY EXPLANATION as to what they thought could be going on, only talked of keeping me on an antibiotic. Not very warm. Especially the fellow. I have very small understanding of what may be causing this problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
I have much respect for Dr Goldman. He has helped me immensely during the last 2-3 years wi the my urology issues and bladder issues. His care and guidance has improved my life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
I cannot say enough about the great office staff, the nurses and of course Dr Goldman. Highly recommend them.