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MaleAbout Joseph Scharpf
Biography
Joseph Scharpf, MD, FACS, is a Professor of Otolaryngology- Head & Neck Surgery in the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine and a Member of the Cleveland Clinic’s Head and Neck Department in the Integrated Surgical Institute at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Scharpf serves as the Vice Chair for Education in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He is board-certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He has earned Focused Practice Designation in Adult Complex Thyroid/Parathyroid Disease. His specialty interests include thyroid and parathyroid surgery, head and neck cancer, benign head and neck tumors including salivary tumors and paragangliomas, and skull base surgery. He serves as the Director of Head and Neck Endocrine Surgery at The Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Scharpf’s education includes a Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude, from Case Western Reserve University and a Medical Doctorate from the Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He completed a General Surgery internship and an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery residency including an additional year of research at the Cleveland Clinic. He pursued further fellowship training in advanced head and neck cancer, endocrine, and reconstructive surgery at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA before returning to the Cleveland Clinic.
He has published a book on Intraoperative Nerve Monitoring in Head & Neck Surgery, numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and multiple book chapters on thyroid and parathyroid disease and head and neck cancer. He has delivered an extensive number of presentations both nationally and internationally. Dr. Scharpf also serves as an educator, teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. He is a reviewer for several major scientific journals in his field and has served as a consultant for ThyCa, an organization dedicated to the well-being of those afflicted with thyroid cancer.
Dr. Scharpf is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the American Thyroid Association, and a member of the American Head and Neck Society
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 2005
- Residency: Cleveland Clinic, 2004
- Medical Education: The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, 1998
- Undergraduate: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, 1994
Board Certifications
- Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery: American Board of Otolaryngology, 2005
Research & Publications
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Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
163 ratings, 30 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 3/12/2026
Dr. Scharpf is the consummate professional. I so appreciate his expertise but more importantly his empathy and care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Dr. Scharpf is personable and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
It's always a pleasure to have a visit with Dr. Schart. He's usually good on keeping to his scheduling. He's thorough and listens and explains.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Love Dr. Scharpf and his staff! Always so friendly and easy to talk to
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
I consider Dr. Scharpf the best surgeon in the world and sole reason I'm alive currently
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr Scharpf Is very caring and concerned about his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Great experience w/Dr Scharpf he awesome Dr and the Staff is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Dr. Scharpf is wonderful. I couldn't be happier with the care I have received from him and his staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
I was in search of expert care and consultation and that's exactly what I received, both from the assistant and the doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Dr Scharpf is the best of the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Dr.Scharpf is excellent and personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Dr. Scharpf is wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Will recommend this doctor to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
My doctor and his staff are Wonderful. Professional and Friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Scharpf was truly an exceptional communicator and medical expert.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Dr Scharpf and his team are amazing. Knowledgeable ,kind, professional & caring. I would highly recommend this team to everyone. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr. Scharpf is an excellent doctor. He is compassionate and listens to the patient's concerns. He explains things well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr. Scharpf is an excellent doctor. I have been very pleased with my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Dr. Scharpf is the BEST. He has saved my life not once but twice and I'm very grateful to have him as my Dr. Also continuing to see me every 6 months to see my progress and how I am doing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
I will highly recommend my doctors and nurses. Very professional and nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
I have high praise for DR Scharpf and his staff and recommend him whenever the opportunity arises.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. Scharpf was very knowledgeable. He took his time to explain everything and why things would happen and the order of things. He was very kind and very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr Scharpf is very patient oriented and is very concerned about how I am doing and explains any issues I ask him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Can not state strongly enough the professionalism and skill set Dr. Scharpf exhibits. From the beginning of my medical issue to post surgery he carefully explained everything, answered many questions and brought me reassurance.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Awesome place for medical help. I would recommend it to everyone. Dr Scharf is fantastic. So glad I could get in to see him. The entire experience was professional and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
I would recommend Dr. Scharpf's and his team to everyone!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Best doctor ever! Very caring, patient and informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Dr. Scharpf was great. He went over everything about my care, recovery, another hearing issue I'm having, and my plan moving forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Dr Scharpf is top notch. Very knowledgeable and I trust him implicitly.