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Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD

(82 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Rheumatology

Ross University School of Medicine (2000)

Professional interests include: scleritis, polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR), knee arthritis, and more.

5700 Cooper Foster Park Road
Lorain, OH 44053

(440) 204-7400

Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD is a rheumatologist in Avon, OH specializing in adult rheumatology. She graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 2000 and has 25 years of experience. Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD is affiliated with Lorain Family Health and Surgery Center, Cleveland Clinic, Avon Hospital and Avon - Richard E. Jacobs Health Center.

Office Locations

Address:

33100 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard
Avon, OH 44011

Address:

5700 Cooper Foster Park Road
Lorain, OH 44053

Address:

9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195

Some issues Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD can help you with:

Heart Problems

The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.

Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.

Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.

Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.

Joint Aspiration

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

doctor visit	923
musculoskeletal imaging	412
X-rays	412

**Gender**
Male	142
Female	644

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	656
Black	48
Hispanic	67
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	366
From 75 to 84	224
85 and over	85
Less than 65	111

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	33
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	28
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

**Gender**
Male	154
Female	646

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	678
Black	40
Hispanic	69
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	364
From 75 to 84	245
85 and over	96
Less than 65	95

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	37
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	25
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

doctor visit	930
musculoskeletal imaging	389
X-rays	389

**Gender**
Male	338
Female	1244

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1380
Black	80
Hispanic	90
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	776
From 75 to 84	482
85 and over	158
Less than 65	166

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	34
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	23
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

doctor visit	1084
musculoskeletal imaging	485
X-rays	485

**Gender**
Male	169
Female	750

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	796
Black	44
Hispanic	50
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	450
From 75 to 84	288
85 and over	109
Less than 65	72

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	40
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	23
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

doctor visit	1037
musculoskeletal imaging	587
X-rays	587

**Gender**
Male	166
Female	812

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	869
Black	39
Hispanic	44
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	519
From 75 to 84	301
85 and over	96
Less than 65	62

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	45
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	22
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

doctor visit	1042
musculoskeletal imaging	536
X-rays	536

**Gender**
Male	151
Female	778

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	825
Black	38
Hispanic	43
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	494
From 75 to 84	294
85 and over	86
Less than 65	55

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	50
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	22
Dementia	6
Cancer	15

doctor visit	970
musculoskeletal imaging	595
vertebral fracture assessment (VFA)	19
X-rays	595

**Gender**
Male	154
Female	860

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	889
Black	35
Hispanic	46
Asian	12
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	546
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	102
Less than 65	46

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	50
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	19
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

doctor visit	713
musculoskeletal imaging	487
vertebral fracture assessment (VFA)	25
X-rays	487

**Gender**
Male	147
Female	802

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	858
Black	27
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	520
From 75 to 84	299
85 and over	90
Less than 65	40

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	51
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	20
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

doctor visit	1337
musculoskeletal imaging	103
X-rays	103

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Avon, OH were X-rays, musculoskeletal imaging, aspiration and injections.

aspiration	26
doctor visit	991
injections	26
musculoskeletal imaging	446
vertebral fracture assessment (VFA)	22
X-rays	446

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD.

**Gender**
Female	653
Male	142

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	35
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	695
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	44
Other	3

**Age**
85 and over	82
75 to 84	213
Less than 65	64
65 to 74	403

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, osteoperosis and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	34
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	10
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 2000. She completed residency at Cleveland Clinic. She is certified by the Internal Medicine - Rheumatology Internal Medicine and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine (2000)

Residency: Cleveland Clinic (2003)

Board Certification: Internal Medicine - Rheumatology Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Lorain Family Health and Surgery Center

Cleveland Clinic

Avon Hospital

Avon - Richard E. Jacobs Health Center

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 82 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Avon, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Feyrouz T. Al-Ashkar, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Genentech USA, Inc.	$143 Actemra $78	Rituxan $65
Amgen Inc.	$15 Otezla $15
Horizon Pharma USA, Inc.	$3 RAYOS-5mg Prednisone $2	DUEXIS-800mg Ibuprofen- 26.6mg Famotidine $2

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$143
Education	$18

Biography

Dr. Feyrouz Al-Ashkar's area of specialization is adult rheumatology. Dr. Al-Ashkar's clinical interests include steroid injections, knee arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis. Patients rated her highly, giving her an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). She attended Ross University School of Medicine and then went on to complete her residency at Cleveland Clinic. She has received professional recognition including the following: America's Top Physician, since. In addition to English, Dr. Al-Ashkar (or staff) speaks Arabic and French. Her professional affiliations include Avon Hospital and Lorain Family Health and Surgery Center.