Dr. Leanne M. Chrisman-Khawam, MD, MEd, Family Practitioner
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Dr. Leanne M. Chrisman-Khawam, MD, MEd

Family Practitioner

4/5(10)
2500 Metrohealth Dr Cleveland OH, 44109
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Dr. Leanne Chrisman-Khawam is a family practitioner practicing in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Chrisman-Khawam specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Chrisman-Khawam possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.

Education and Training

Willamette University Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry 1989

Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine MD 1993

Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine 1993

Board Certification

American Board of Family Medicine

Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM

Provider Details

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Dr. Leanne M. Chrisman-Khawam, MD, MEd
Dr. Leanne M. Chrisman-Khawam, MD, MEd's Expert Contributions
  • Pain From The Flu Vaccine?

    Pain especially muscular aches are normal after the flu shot. This is your immune system turning on. Your body is preparing to fight it feels similar though usually not as bad as getting the actual flu infection, and of course, without the risks of infection no risks for pneumonia no risk for death. The good news too is usually only lasts for hours, not days. No need to go to the doctor try some Tylenol or Motrin. If you have recently been exposed to sick individuals, you may have contracted the flu or Covid before the shot can do its job. So if symptoms last more than 2436 hours or you begin to have cough or shortness of breath, you may have gotten the flu before you got the shot, and the shot will not help and you may need intervention. Flu shots take 14 days to prevent serious flu symptoms and do not take effect immediately! READ MORE

  • If I have a severe allergic reaction to food, what are the immediate emergency treatments given in the ER?

    There are many different types of food allergies each mediated by a different immunologic response. So it really depends on which immunologic response youre having. Some may cause nothing more than nausea and vomiting and supportive care is appropriate for these as well as avoidance of the offending agent if you have more like an anaphylactic reaction. With that one has hives rash shortness of breath wheezing and potentially your throat is closing. This is more serious with both airway protection potentially even a tube to breathe for you is important first step. You may require shots of as well epinephrine which does a good job of decreasing local swelling for short periods of time as well as IV steroids which do the job over longer periods and different body immunological reactions READ MORE

  • What is the treatment for endocarditis?

    The typical treatment for endocarditis is to be sure that your valves are OK so evaluation to make sure that they havent been damaged and dont need to be replaced. Next making sure that the source of the endocarditis has been discontinued whether thats a skin infection or IV drug abuse we have to stop the source of the bacteria. There are of course autoimmune types of inflammation of the heart but thats not typically endocarditis although it can be. Finally if its bacterial which most endocarditis is, then at least six weeks of IV antibiotics are usually recommended sometimes more. Your specific circumstances of course should be discussed with your doctor. Good luck and good health, Dr. CK READ MORE

  • Is rhinoplasty recovery painful?

    There is a fair amount of facial pain, nose bridge pain, and sometimes tooth pain that follows a rhinoplasty or nose job. And it really depends on how much they have to do how much tissue theyre pushing and pulling. I think that certainly if septoplasty or you need repair of deviated septum, that increases the amount of pain. A simple shaving may have less pain involved than when the architecture inside gets moved around. The other uncomfortable part of the nose job, are the splints that are left in for about a week following the procedure they are inert made of silicone are very safe and actually come out fairly smoothly, and they are large. The large object inside your nose may cause a fair amount of discomfort. That being said, I have two close family members who have had this recently and both needed serious pain medicines only for one dose afterwards, and tolerated it quite well with Tylenol and Motrin. Of course everyones different and you should talk to your doctor about your potential circumstances. Good luck and good health. Dr. CK READ MORE

  • Is there a smaller, better version of the CPAP?

    There are many alternate mask types such as nasal pillows and nasal prong masks. There are also many settings that can be used that makes it more comfortable and tolerable. Weight loss is also a powerful additional treatment to decrease sleep apnea. Also, non-CPAP options, such as oral appliances, positional therapy, and newer devices like nasal EPAP or negative pressure mouthpieces, may be considered for those unable to tolerate any PAP therapy, though their efficacy is generally lower than standard CPAP. Most importantly, Having a relationship and talking through these struggles with your physician can get you to the answer you need to tailor your care for success. READ MORE

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Assistant Professor of Family Medicine in the Department of Social Medicine -
  • Director Transformative Care Continuum -

Treatments

  • Diabetes
  • Asthma
  • High Cholesterol
  • Heart Disease
  • Heart Failure
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Pain
  • Vascular Disease

Professional Memberships

  • American Medical Association (AMA)  

Dr. Leanne M. Chrisman-Khawam, MD, MEd's Practice location

Practice At 2500 Metrohealth Dr

2500 Metrohealth Dr -
Cleveland, OH 44109
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New patients: 216-778-4809, 216-778-1054
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Practice At 960 Clague Rd Suite 3201

960 Clague Rd Suite 3201 -
Westlake, OH 44145
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New patients: 216-383-0100

MetroHealth

6835 Broadway Ave -
Cleveland, OH 44105
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Metrohealth Professional Group

38 Main St Ste 300 -
Westlake, OH 44145
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New patients: 216-957-3200

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Dr. Leanne M. Chrisman-Khawam, MD, MEd has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 10 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Family Practitioner in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Leading the Way in Family Medicine Education and Healthcare Transformation

Leanne M. Chrisman-Khawam, MD, MEd, a highly regarded family physician, has been making significant strides in the field of family medicine education and healthcare transformation at MetroHealth’s Broadway Health Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Joining the center in 2011, she has been dedicated to providing comprehensive health care services to children, adults, and seniors with a focus on excellence and compassion.

Currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Family Medicine in the Department of Social Medicine at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Chrisman-Khawam also holds the position of Director of Transformative Care Continuum. In this role, she leads an accelerated undergraduate to family medicine residency program aimed at preparing future leaders to drive positive change in the healthcare system. Her expertise spans behavior change, healthcare communications, leading change in health systems, curricular redesign, and competency assessment strategies.

Dr. Chrisman-Khawam’s academic journey includes obtaining a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry from Willamette University in 1989, followed by a Medical Degree from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine in 1993. She completed her internship and residency in family medicine at Inland Empire Family Medicine (Washington) from 1993 to 1996, showcasing her commitment to continuous learning and development in the medical field.

Board certified in family medicine, Dr. Chrisman-Khawam is a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine, aligning her practice with the highest standards of care and professionalism. Her research contributions have been published in reputable journals such as the International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine and the Journal of American Osteopathic Association. Additionally, her work has been presented at prestigious national conferences including the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) Annual Conference and the American Medical Association (AMA) ACE Annual Spring Consortium, among others. 

Dr. Leanne M. Chrisman-Khawam’s dedication to advancing family medicine education and her commitment to transforming the healthcare landscape make her a standout figure in the medical community. Her innovative approaches and leadership in healthcare systems change continue to inspire and drive progress in the field of family medicine.

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