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Dr. Joel Saltzman, MD

Dr. Joel Saltzman, MD

Medical Oncology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Saltzman, MD is a medical oncologist in Mayfield Heights, OH and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus & Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital

6770 Mayfield Rd Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
Telehealth available

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(888) 319-1153

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Saltzman is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Cleveland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Saltzman specializes in the area of Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Saltzman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Saltzman

3.8
11 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
64%
64%
4 star
9%
9%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
27%
27%

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Met every need I had a patient. Answered every question also shared concerns that a patient might have.. he quickly arranged for my treatment I provided ongoing involvement through the process. Highest of recommendations.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 17, 2025
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Highly recommend him
Very Good Doctor
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 22, 2023
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I would highly recommend him.
Excellent
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Annette Reese – Oct 01, 2022
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We have recommended Dr. Saltzman. He was so compassionate with my not only my husband but our entire family while we were being faced with some very dark days. He is very knowledgeable and gave us such a sense of peace with his confidence. I can't imagine part of my job involving having to look someone in the eye and say you have cancer. He followed up that news with his plan of what to do about it. We put our trust in God first and then the dr. God sent us to the right one for us, dr. Saltzman
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Joe and Connie Rini in Grand River, OH – Jul 11, 2018
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Controlling, arrogant, and a poor listener. He was often rushed and distracted and asked the same question multiple times, then repeated answers back to me that I never gave. He made bizarre assumptions about treatment options I never asked for. He REPEATEDLY failed to call with test results, including a critical biopsy, and never ran the genetic test I was supposed to have. His staff was always stressed out and incredibly disorganized.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Mentor – Mar 12, 2018
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My experience with Dr. Saltzman was second to none. He presents himself as caring, decisive, and professional. One of his attributes in particular is that he in a gentlemanly fashion listens and respects the ability of his patient to reason and think. Dr. Saltzman presented us with a plan and course of action based on his experience, professional knowledge and what he thought would best get us to our goal. And this was to be cancer free, asap. And what's more, it worked. Thank you Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Anthony Williams in Cleveland, OH – Jul 11, 2017
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I met Dr Saltzman after I was hospitalized for extreme iron deficiency anemia. He has been a lifesaver! He set me up with IV iron infusions and has been following me closely ever since. Other doctors were aware of the problem and recommended treatments, but it was Dr Saltzman who seemed to really invest himself in my health and well being and who had the knowledge to make good health happen for me. I had the feeling, once he was on my case, that I was being treated by someone who truly cared.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Teresa Lawson in Mentor, OH – Mar 08, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joel Saltzman, MD is a medical oncologist in Mayfield Heights, OH and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Medical Oncology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Hospital Of Cleveland

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • University Hospitals Of Cleveland

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000

  • University Hospitals Of Cleveland

    Internship Hospital, 1998

  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus & Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital

Cleveland Clinic -Oncology6770 Mayfield Rd Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave
    Cleveland, OH 44195
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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