Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout MaryAnn Mays
Biography
MaryAnn Mays, MD, was raised in Cleveland, Ohio. She completed her medical school training at the Medical College of Ohio in Toledo in 1993. She returned to Cleveland to complete her neurology residency training from 1993 to 1997. During her residency she was appointed Chief Resident. Following her residency, she completed a year fellowship in clinical neurophysiology/EMG and neuromuscular disease. She has been a Staff Neurologist at Cleveland Clinic since 1998. In 2005, she was appointed Director of the Neurology residency program.
Dr. Mays is board-certified in neurology with additional subspecialty board certifications in clinical neurophysiology and headache medicine. She is one of the physicians at the Center for Headache and Pain within the Neurological Institute. She has many clinical interests, including migraine, menstrual migraine, women's health issues pertaining to headache including pregnancy and menopause, tension headaches, cluster headaches and chronic daily headaches. Additional interests include resident education.
Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 1998
- Residency: Cleveland Clinic, 1997
- Internship: Cleveland Clinic, 1994
- Medical Education: Medical College of Ohio at Toledo, 1993
- Undergraduate: Marquette University, 1989
Board Certifications
- Clinical Neurophysiology: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, 2001
- Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, 1999
Professional Highlights
- Director, Neurology Residency Program
Professional Memberships
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2025-09-11, Dr. Mays has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below.
Fiduciary Role. Dr. Mays serves in a fiduciary capacity, such as an elected officer, director or chief medical officer, for the following companies or other entities:
- Great Lakes Regional Headache Society, Inc.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Mays 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:
- AbbVie, Inc.
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
4.9 out of 5
73 ratings, 19 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 4/27/2026
Ive seen Dr. Mays for many years and I can honestly say she has always listened and tried to help me to the best of her abilities.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
Dr may is empathetic, caring and overall wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
Dr mays takes time, and thoroughly thoroughly explains everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Dr. Mays is wonderful. She is so caring and listens to all your concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
I always have a good experience with Dr Mayes. She listens to everything I say and answers my questions. She is also very respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Dr Mays is very kind and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Wonderful, caring physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Dr. Mays is one of the kindest most genuine doctor I've ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Dr. Mays is amazing, truly listened to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Dr Mays is the best doctor I have ever had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Dr. Mays is outstanding in her care of patients and knowledge of migraine treatment. She takes the time to listen and understand the patient's concerns before making any recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
Dr. Mays is amazing- very professional, detailed and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr. Mays is excellent and always has been.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr Mays is very kind, professional! Always trying to help me with new ideas for improving the care of my migraines. She's a great Dr. The Clinic is fortunate to have her!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Dr. Mays always tries to help me make my problems easier.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr Mays is the best Numerologist I've seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. Mays is an amazing neurologist. She is caring and kind. She responds to messages promptly. Definitely an excellent health care provider. She is a very good listener and ask pertinent questions to fully evaluate my physical challenges. Without any questions I would highly recommend to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
I wish all care providers emulated Dr.Mays.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Dr. May's is ALWAYS there to help me when I really need her. She knows the pain I get with my TN & is always on top of helping me get it resolved ASAP!! She is the Best!! TY Dr. May's for caring to take care of me like I was your family member. I so very greatful for all of her help & kindness!!