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Kathrin Nicolacakis

Kathrin Nicolacakis, MD

Pulmonology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult

Languages

  • Greek
  • English

Gender

Female

About Kathrin Nicolacakis

Biography

Dr. Nicolacakis is a Staff physician in the Pulmonary Department of the Respiratory Institute since early 2010. She completed her medical training at The Ohio State University as well as her Internal Medicine Residency there.  She completed further training in Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship at Case Western Reserve University.   She is also an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic’s Lerner College of Medicine and a diplomat in pulmonary medicine of the American Board of Internal Medicine.  

She has served as the Director for Medical Compliance, Billing and Reimbursement for the Respiratory Institute and the new Integrated Hospital-Care Institute.  She also serves as Chair of the Corporate Compliance Committee, which supports the Office of Corporate Compliance. Additionally, she has served as an enterprise Associate Champion for Documentation Excellence. 

Dr. Nicolacakis has practiced general pulmonary and critical care medicine in the Cleveland area for more than 25 years.  Her interests include general pulmonary medicine, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphysema, and lung cancer, evaluation of cough and abnormal X-rays or Chest CT findings.   She has also been elected by her peers to the Best Doctors in America since 2011. 

Locations

  1. Twinsburg Family Health and Surgery Center
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  2. Beachwood Family Health and Surgery Center
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Education & Board Certifications

Education

  • Fellowship: University Hospitals of Cleveland, 1995
  • Residency: The Ohio State University Hospitals, 1992
  • Medical Education: The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, 1989
  • Undergraduate: Purdue University, 1985

Board Certifications

  • Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1997

Professional Highlights

  • Fellowship - University Hospitals of Cleveland/MetroHealth Medical Center  Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine Cleveland, OH USA, 1995
  • Residency - The Ohio State University Hospitals, Internal Medicine, Columbus, OH USA, 1992
  • Medical School - The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, Columbus, OH USA, 1989
  • Undergraduate - Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN USA, 1985

Additional Training

Certifications:
  • Internal Medicine- Critical Care Medicine
  • Internal Medicine- Pulmonary Disease

Awards

Best Doctors in America since 2011

Professional Memberships

American Thoracic Society; American College of Chest Physicians, Fellow; American Medical Association

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

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As of 2026-01-19, Dr. Nicolacakis has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

141 ratings, 25 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/13/2026

    Excellent visit. She is a very thorough doctor. I find her very caring and kind.

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

    Dr. Nicolacakis is an outstanding physician. She reviewed medications, ordered lab work and XRays. We worked on a plan to hopefully see some positive results with my current medical issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Dr Nicolacakis is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Great experience. Loved the doctor!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Very kind Doctor and staff. KInd and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    I would ABSOLUTELY recommend this caregiver to anyone that needs her specialty.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Dr. Nicolacakis is an excellent physician and I am pleased that she took care of me and guided me in my treatment.

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

    Dr very helpful

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

    I have always referred my Doctor. She is intelligent and caring. She is also well informed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    Dr. Nicolakakis was thorough in reviewing my history and discussing my symptoms in trying to determine the cause. She answered my questions clearly, and completely.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Truly appreciated the Dr.'s comments, diligence and knowledge

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Best Dr ever

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    I am a difficult patient. I have epga. This presents special concerns. She is always concerned and helpful with my treatments.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    I really liked the doctor. She spent time with me in going over my recent and past tests and answering my and my son's questions. I felt I had come to the right doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    I would recommend Dr.Kathrin Nicolacakis. Such an excellent Pulmonologist. I like the way she is handling my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    Dr.Nicolacakis always listens, very thorough, involves me in decisions and is very prompt in responding to MyChart messages.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Dr. Nic helped ease my concerns and answered all my questions. She is extremely professional, courteous and gives you the time you need.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Very nice, takes her time, very patient, dresses and looks like a Dr, other Dr should dress to look like a Dr. And they should be more friendly and not in a hurry

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Great doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2025

    Dr and I had a very good conversation about my health treatment She really explained my treatment and gave me instruction about treatments to consider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    DR. Is Great

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

    Physician put me at ease regarding my diagnosis and the care I have been receiving and that I should continue with CT scans for another yr. Total of 3 yrs

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

    We enjoy working with Dr. Nicolacakis. She is very knowledgeable, professional, and kind! She also communicates back to the patient very well.

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

    Amazing doctor, who took her time to go over everything with me. Extremely thorough, professional and presents with a great bedside manner!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2025

    I really like my Doctor, and her staff!