About Me
I try to provide the best medical care possible to all my patients. I listen to patients and respond to their wishes and concerns in developing a treatment plan.
I specialize in stroke treatment. I became interested in stroke treatment as an intern when I mentored with a stroke neurologist. I’m also interested in the genetic and hereditary aspects of stroke.
I’m involved in a number of clinical trials that relate to stroke treatment and secondary prevention of stroke.
My favorite part about working at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is the intellectual stimulation of my colleagues.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, reading and watching movies.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014
- Involved in genesis of stroke treatment in Columbus
- Recipient of multiple teaching awards
- Principal investigator on multiple pivotal clinical trials
- Named to the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2015–2019
- Best Doctor in America, 2017
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Vasospasm, Intracranial
- Carotid Artery Diseases
- Brain Ischemia
- Susac Syndrome
- Vasculitis, Central Nervous System
- MELAS Syndrome
- Cerebrovascular Trauma
- Intracranial Arterial Diseases
- Vertebral Artery Dissection
- Intracranial Embolism and Thrombosis
- Amnesia, Transient Global
- Leukomalacia, Periventricular
- Sneddon Syndrome
- Vascular Headaches
- Dementia, Vascular
- Basal Ganglia Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cerebral Small Vessel Diseases
- Intracranial Arteriovenous Malformations
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disorders
- Intracranial Hemorrhages
Locations Where I Practice
2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
543 Taylor Ave.
Columbus, OH 43203
543 Taylor Ave.
Columbus, OH 43203
2050 Kenny Road
Pavilion 3rd Floor Suite 3100 Columbus, OH 43221
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location. Please call the “Schedule an appointment” number shown above for scheduling assistance.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
MD
7/1/1977 - 6/30/1980
Internship
U. of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA
6/1/1980 - 6/1/1981
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/1981 - 6/30/1984
Fellowship
New York Hospital-Cornell Med Centr, New York, NY
7/1/1984 - 7/1/1987
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Subspecialty: Neurology)
11/30/1985
Academic Information
My Department
Neurology
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
97 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Explains Things Clearly
4.7 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.7 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.5 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.8 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.8 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 10/25/2021, Dr. Slivka has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Very professional & informative
Care provider was not rushed and carefully explained prognosis.
Very attentive.
Everything was great!
Very good to look at problems and how to address in future and what needs may be.
The dr took his time with us knew my background and told us stuff no other doctor has told us
Doctor answered all my questions and did not rush.
He is very patient & kind.
Dr. Slivka was very thorough, patient and kind. His manner is excellent and sets the patient at ease. He listens well and explains well. I have the utmost respect and faith in his ability and expertise to care for me and my condition. That is why I chose him.
Dr. Slivka is always thorough, concerned, on time, and listens well.