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Neel Parekh, MD, Urology, Akron, OH, Akron Childrens NICU @ Akron General Medical Center

NeelParekhMD

Urology • Akron, OH

Male Infertility, Male Sexual Dysfunction

Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Urology, Cleveland Clinic Foundation

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  • Office

    Cleveland Clinic Urology - Akron
    2651 West Market Street
    Akron, OH 44333
    Phone+1 330-864-8008
    Fax+1 330-864-1207
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Summary

  • Neel V. Parekh M.D., is a male fertility and men's health specialist in the Department of Urology at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He graduated from a 7-year accelerated baccalaureate/M.D. program at Northeast Ohio Medical University as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. He subsequently completed his Urologic Surgery residency at Cleveland Clinic-Akron General where he was a recipient of the SSMR & SMSNA Men’s Health Traveling Fellow Award. Dr. Parekh then completed a fellowship in male infertility and andrology at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He was appointed to staff in the Cleveland Clinic Center for Male Fertility in 2019.
    Dr. Parekh’s surgical interests include microsurgical reconstruction of the male reproductive tract, surgical sperm retrieval, varicocelectomy, penile prosthetics and spermatic cord denervation. His research interests include male oxidative stress infertility, vasectomy reversal, hypogonadism and chronic orchialgia.
    Dr. Parekh is a member of the Society for the Study of Male Reproduction, American Society for Reproductive Medicine, Ohio Urologic Society, Society of Academic Urologists and American Urologic Association. Throughout his training, Dr. Parekh has continually been involved in research and quality improvement. He has presented at regional and national conferences, and published numerous book chapters and peer-reviewed articles.

    • Father's Day has special meaning for man after vasectomy reversal

    CLEVELAND - Jamie and Adam Pires already had three children between the two of them from previous marriages when the couple got married, but they wanted a child

    VICE: The Constant Loneliness of Navigating Infertility as a Black Man

    I am a Black man, and I was the only person who looked like me in a room filled predominantly with white women. I felt completely alone.

    COVID and ED

    Using humor to discuss an uncomfortable topic. This latest public service announcement released by the group Urologists United for Vaccination Education

    COVID vaccine not a barrier for couples trying to have kids, study shows

    For couples ready to have children, the COVID vaccine isn't a barrier, says the National Institute of Health.

    No, The COVID Vaccine Won't Do Anything Weird To Your Testicles

    On Monday night, Nicki Minaj teste d the limits of believability with a wild claim about COVID-19 vaccines, testicles and male sexual performance. Just after sa

    Akron dad to celebrate first Father's Day after infertility diagnosis: 'It's mad

    AKRON, Ohio (WJW) - This Father's Day will hold extra meaning for an Akron couple. After being told they would have no children of their own, the science and te

    Ohio's top doc, fertility experts address COVID-19 vaccine fertility claims

    Ohio's top doctor said Monday it's hardly conceivable that a COVID-19 vaccine could impact fertility.

    Doctors Dispel Myths About COVID Vaccines

    Doctors blame a range of misinformation and myths for the reasons why more Ohioans are not getting COVID vaccines right now. And health leaders say more people

    Study Finds Male Fertility Supplement Claims Rarely Backed By Evidence

    The claims of any male fertility pills are rarely backed by evidence, a recent study co-authored by a Cleveland Clinic doctor found. Dr. Neel Parekh says males

    Innovative treatments and lifestyle changes can help with infertility

    If you’re struggling with infertility – no matter the cause – Cleveland Clinic specialists can help. Fertility services for both men and women now are available

Education & Training

  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    Cleveland Clinic FoundationFellowship, Male Infertility and Microsurgery, 2018 - 2019
  • Akron General Medical Center/NEOMED
    Akron General Medical Center/NEOMEDResidency, Urology, 2014 - 2018
  • Akron General Medical Center/NEOMED
    Akron General Medical Center/NEOMEDInternship, Transitional Year, 2013 - 2014
  • Northeast Ohio Medical University
    Northeast Ohio Medical UniversityClass of 2013

Certifications & Licensure

  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 2013 - 2026
  • American Board of Urology Urology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society 2013

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Books/Book Chapters

  • Varicocele and Male Infertility: A Complete Guide 
    Chapter: Effect of Varicocele Treatment on Oxidative Stress Markers and Sperm DNA Fragmentation 
    Bryan Naelitz, Neel ParekhEditors: Esteves, C.L. Cho, A. Majzoub & A. Agarwal.Springer Nature2019
  • Male Infertility: Contemporary Clinical Approaches, Andrology, ART and Antioxidants, 2nd edition 
    Chapter: Recreational Drugs 
    Neel Parekh, Edmund SabaneghEditors: S.J. Parekattil, S.C. Esteves & A. Agarwal (Eds.).Springer2019
  • Male Infertility: Contemporary Clinical Approaches, Andrology, ART and Antioxidants 
    Chapter: Laboratory Evidence for Male Infertility 
    Neel Parekh, Ashok AgarwalEditors: Male Infertility: Contemporary Clinical Approaches, Andrology, ART and Antioxidants.SpringerEdition 2nd,2019
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Press Mentions

  • New Study Links a Decrease in Sperm Quality and Concentration With Smartphone Use
    New Study Links a Decrease in Sperm Quality and Concentration With Smartphone UseNovember 18th, 2023
  • High Cellphone Use Linked to Decline in Semen Quality, Study Finds
    High Cellphone Use Linked to Decline in Semen Quality, Study FindsNovember 16th, 2023
  • Should you really pee in the swimming pool
    Should you really pee in the swimming poolJune 21st, 2023
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