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Office
9500 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44195Phone+1 800-223-2273Fax+1 216-445-8762
Summary
- Dr. Ronan Factora is a Cleveland-based Geriatric specialist with a strong academic background and a dedication to his field. After completing his education with a fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and residencies at UPMC Medical Education, he has remained actively involved in his industry both as a care provider and educator. Currently an Associate Professor at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Dr. Factora has expertise in hypertension, hydrocephalus, dementia, osteoporosis, and diabetes. His in-depth research in geriatric care has resulted in several significant publications. As a recognized professional, he has also received multiple honors including fellowships from the American Geriatrics Society and American College of Physicians.
Education & Training
- Cleveland Clinic FoundationFellowship, Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine), 2003 - 2004
- UPMC Medical EducationResidency, Internal Medicine, 2000 - 2003
- Ohio State University College of MedicineClass of 2000
- Purdue University West LafayetteBS, Computer and Electrical Engineering, 1989 - 1994
Certifications & Licensure
- OH State Medical License 2003 - 2027
- PA State Medical License 2001 - 2003
- American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
- American Board of Internal Medicine Geriatric Medicine
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Honorable Judge Thomas A Swift Award for Outstanding Leadership in the Field of Elder Abuse Ohio Coalition of Adult Protective Services, 2024
- Ockner Clinician-Educator Award Department of General Internal Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, 2018
- Fellow Amereican Geriatrics Society, 2015
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Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Having the conversation: Individualizing RSV vaccination in older patients.Ronan Factora
Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine. 2024-09-04 - 1 citationsImpact of a collaboration revolving around virtual capacity evaluations.Ronan Factora, Ardeshir Z Hashmi
Health Services Research. 2023-02-01 - An age-friendly population health dashboard geolocating by clinical and social determinant needs.Ardeshir Z Hashmi, James Christy, Saket Saxena, Ronan Factora
Health Services Research. 2023-02-01
Journal Articles
- When do common symptoms indicate normal pressure hydrocephalus?Factora, R, Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, 5/1/2006
- If we were supposed to take vitamins, wouldn't they grow on trees?Srinivasan V, Factora R, J Am Med Dir Assoc, 3/1/2005
Books/Book Chapters
Abstracts/Posters
- Aging and Money: Reducing Risk of Financial ExploitationFactora R, The Ohio Attorney General’s Elder Financial Exploitation Symposium, 10/1/2014
- Dementia Behaviors – Risky TargetsFactora R, 32nd Annual Psychopharmacology Update: Hot Topics, University of Toledo, 9/1/2014
- Collaborating with Community Partners to Improve Care for EldersFactora R, Innovation Oral Presentation, Society of General Internal Medicine Midwest Conference, 9/1/2014
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Lectures
- Update in Geriatric Medicine 20143/1/2014
- Screening and Prevention – Considerations in the Elderly10/1/2012
- Medical Assessment of Decision Making Capacity3/1/2012
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Authored Content
- Balancing Constitutional Rights and Autonomy: Discussions About Firearms and SafetyMay 2021
Press Mentions
- Which Flu Shot Is Best for You?September 10th, 2021
- Surprising Things Your Fingernails Can Reveal About Your HealthAugust 13th, 2021
- Sick of Those Colds? Here Are Some Tips to Stop Them Before They StartMarch 23rd, 2021
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Committees
- President, Ohio Geriatrics Society 2020 - Present
- Member, Ohio Geriatrics Society 2018 - Present
- Secretary, Ohio Geriatrics Society 2018 - 2020
Professional Memberships
- Fellow
- Fellow
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