Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- Arabic
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Nagy Mekhail
Biography
Nagy Mekhail, MD, PhD, holds a joint appointment at the Cleveland Clinic Spine Center and Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center. He is also Professor of Anesthesiology at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve. His treatment interests include pain management, interventional spine pain management, cancer pain and neuropathic pain.
Dr. Mekhail is a member of the Pain Committee of the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), Member of the American Pain Society Palliative Care Special Interest Group, Member of the Board of Directors World Institute of Pain and Examiner for the World Institute of Pain Practice Exam. He is also a member of the Oversight Committee for the Annual American Society of Anesthesiologists Meeting Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA) and part of the Task Force for "Industry Relations."
He is also a member of the American Academy of Pain Medicine, an Executive Board member of the World Institute of Pain, Chair of the Interventional Pain Practice Examination Board of the World Institute of Pain, and an ASA Adjunct Member of the Committee on Pain Medicine and Committee on Physician Resources. He is a member of the Society for Anesthesia Education Committee for the Journal of Education in Perioperative Medicine.
Dr. Mekhail is the former Chair of the Pain Management Fellowship Directors Committee on Training Curriculum of the American Association of Pain Management Program Directors. He is also the former Co-Chair of a Pain Management Fellowship Directors Round Table Discussion on incorporating interventional pain therapy in training fellowship programs.
He is a former member of the American Academy of Pain Medicine Annual program Committee, former ASA Adjunct Member of the Committee on Physician Resources, former member of the American Academy of Pain Medicine Scientific Review Committee. He also is a former member of the American Society of Regional Anesthesia Research Committee, Review Course Chair of the American Academy of Pain Medicine Program Committee, a participant in the ASA Refresher Course Lectures/Basic Science Review on Pain Management and Scientific Symposia Chair of the American Academy of Pain Medicine Program Committee.
He became a Diplomate of American Board of Anesthesiology and Diplomate of American Board of Anesthesiology, with added qualifications in Pain Management in 1993 and was recertified in 2004. He became a Fellow of the Interventional Pain Practice in 2001.
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 1992
- Residency: Cleveland Clinic, 1991
- Internship: Cleveland Clinic, 1988
- Medical Education: Ain Shams University, Cairo,, 1985
- Residency: Ain Shams University Hospitals, 1982
- Graduate School: Ain Shams University, Cairo,, 1979
- Internship: Ain Shams University Hospitals, 1977
- Medical Education: Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine, 1975
Board Certifications
- Anesthesiology: American Board of Anesthesiology, 1993
Professional Highlights
- Chair of the Interventional Pain Practice Examination Board
- American Society of Anesthesiologists, Pain Committee
- Associate Editor of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine Journal
- Member of World Institute of Pain� Executive Board
- American Academy of Pain Medicine, Scientific Review Committee Member
- Associate Editor of Pain Practice Journal
Additional Training
- Executive Education Program, Case Western Reserve University Weatherhead School of Management, 1994-1995
- Health Care Leadership Institute, George Town University, Washington, 2005
Awards
- Ohio Society of Anesthesiologists, Residents Research Contest, September 1988
- The Cleveland Clinic Anesthesia Residents Research Contest, June 1989
- Ohio Society of Anesthesiologists, Residents Research Contest, September 1989
- The Cleveland Clinic Anesthesia Residents, Research Contest, June 1990
- The Cleveland Clinic Anesthesia Residents, Research Contest, June 1991
- Ohio Society of Anesthesiologists, Residents Research Contest, September 1991
- The Cleveland Clinic William E Lower Fellowship Thesis Prize, June 1992
- Foundation of Anesthesia Educational Research (FAER) Grant Award, 1992
Professional Memberships
Innovations & Patents
- Pioneered minimally invasive techniques to treat painful degenerative disc disease
- Innovated use of spinal cord stimulation for peripheral vascular disease
- Minimally invasive technique of spinal stenting
- Peripheral nerve stimulation
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2025-10-03, Dr. Mekhail has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Mekhail 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:
- Mainstay Medical International plc
- Saluda Medical, 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
4.5 out of 5
116 ratings, 17 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 4/6/2026
The Dr.was very receptive and explained everything about my procedures. I was very pleased with his clear answers to my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
World class care from world class doctor and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Dr. Mekhail and his team were very gentle when examining me, explaining what they needed to do. Dr. Mekhail was very concerned to not increase my pain as he completed the exam. He then explained his assessment and treatment plan. He was able to quickly schedule the procedure at that time. I am extremely grateful to have Dr. Mekhail as my doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
At the 11th hour I had an issue with my insurance, Dr Mekhail''s office as well as Dr Mekhail were very attentive, responsive to email, wealth of knowledge. My office visits with Dr Mekhail were always helpful, Dr Mekhail always went above & beyond to address my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr Nagi has shown to be informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
I'm a triple amputee so my pain issue is unique. The Doctor and his Fellow were very helpful to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Both, Dr Mikhail and his fellow, Dr Chan were great in their clinical skills and care for me. Dr Mikhail exemplifies medicine practice as science and art. He is so great and intuitive and medically gifted due to his knowledge and practice. I am so lucky to have him as a provider in Pain Management.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
I'd like to express my sincere appreciation for the exceptional care Dr Mekhail for my recent back procedure. The moment he recommended Kyphoplasty, I was impressed how quickly everything moved. The fact that the procedure took place only a few days later gave me tremendous peace of mind, and the results are so positive. His skill as a doctor is clear, but what stood out was his bedside manner. He took the time to listen, explain and reassure, and it made such a difference during this stressful time. I'm truly grateful for the outcome and the care he delivered with such professionalism and kindness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Great Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Great Doctor and Great Staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
The most alert and doctor I've met in years. He paid attention to my over all health. He noticed everything about me. Thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
The doctor was alert, expert and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr Mikhail Very pleasant & helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
My experience was beyond my expectations! I was very appreciative of the results of my first appointment with the doctor. He was very responsive, supportive and through. I look forward to seeing him again for treatment! He was terrific!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Excellent rapport with the doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Excellent doctor & staff. I was extremely Impressed with everyone In the Pain Mgmt. Dept. I have already recommended Dr. Mekhail to family & friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Nagy Mikhail is fantastic.