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Nikita Hegde

Nikita Hegde, MD

Rheumatology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Locations

  1. Akron General Health and Wellness Center, Stow & Medical Office Building, Stow
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Education & Board Certifications

Education

  • Medical Education: Bangalore Medical College
  • Fellowship: Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Case Medical Center, 2007
  • Residency: Summa Health SystemFamily Medicine Residency Program, 2005

Board Certifications

  • Rheumatology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

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As of 2025-11-04, Dr. Hegde has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below.

Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Hegde 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.
  • Lilly USA, LLC

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.

* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.

Insurances Accepted

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

291 ratings, 24 reviews

The 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.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Dr. Hegde is very professional , thorough & clear about her plan instructions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Dr. Hegde has taken care of me for 14 years and I couldn't be happier

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Dr. Hedge was very kind and compassionate. She has provided excellent help for the condition I was dealing with, which has continued to improve under her care. I''m thankful for her skill and knowledge. She''s a wonderful doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Professional and personable. Appreciate her expertise

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Dr Hedge is always very kind

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    No bad experience. Great service from theDoctor, nurse and front desk. Doctor was very through with examination and explaining examination.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Dr. Hegde is an excellent doctor, caring and attentive!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    ALWAYS a great experience. No complaints orSuggestions other than to please take note as a patient I have been in position to need to carefully select best for my care team. This practice w/Dr. Hegde & ALL of her team always work seamlessly together and are in the business of truly caring for each patient and helping them live the healthiest and best lives possible. SO grateful I was able to become a patient at this office! The doc and all that work there go above and beyond and as a patient you feel better about any health issue when you know everyone in that specialized area is working to help you be healthiest now & in years to come. Thank you ALL for that!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Always a pleasure with Dr Hegde.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    I love this office. Dr Hegde and her whole staff are so kind and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Dr. Hegde knows her stuff!She's an exceptional physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Dr Hegde is very prompt and thoughtful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    She was very nice and concerned about my problems

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Dr Hedge very sympathetic to cost of drugs for RA

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    Took a long time to get a follow up appointment with Dr Hegde after my test results were completed

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    This provider is an A++++She explains what she is doing and the reasoning for her thinking. She has always been on time and extremely respectful and efficient. She listens and asks my opinion on treatment options. Excellent! In and out without the long waiting room issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2026

    My experience with Dr Hedge has always been good!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    Just recommended Dr Hegde to a person at church today

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    The Nurse tech who took my information was efficient and friendly. The doctor made me feel confident in my care. I hope you keep both of them!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    Dr Hegde and staff are very kind and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    Absolutely would recommend Dr. Hegde.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    I have recommended Dr Hedge to a friend She's a very through and knowledgeable Dr

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    Dr. Hegde is so great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    I always recommend Dr.Hegde