UH Cutler Center for Men at UH Ahuja Medical Center
University Hospitals Cutler Center for Men provides men with unprecedented and seamless access to the health experts, services and resources needed for a lifetime of good physical, mental and emotional health. UH Cutler Center for Men’s flagship location on the third floor of the Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute at UH Ahuja Medical Center delivers comprehensive men’s health services in a setting unlike any other.
Meet Your Men’s Health ProvidersA New Approach to Men’s Health & Wellness
University Hospitals Cutler Center for Men is more than just another healthcare experience. It’s a full wraparound service that aims to redefine well-being for men through thoughtful, personalized care that provides lifelong, comprehensive support. Creating a healthcare experience that empowers and eases tension, UH Cutler Center for Men helps men be more proactive and holistic about their health, catching issues earlier and improving the length and quality of men’s lives.
The New Standard for Patient Experience
The UH Cutler Center for Men was designed to give “wow experiences.” An inviting demeanor, personal touches and extreme attention to detail are guaranteed for guests in the space. Each and every employee at UH Cutler Center for Men – from surgeon to environmental service – is vetted and equipped for care of the highest quality.
An Epicenter for Men’s Health Services
UH Cutler Center for Men at UH Ahuja Medical Center’s Phase 2 Expansion offers a wide variety of clinical services making it the epicenter for men’s health services in Northeast Ohio. In the space, patients can find:
- Primary Care and Preventative Screenings
- Chronic Disease Management
- Advanced Urology Services
- Wellness Services
- Digestive Health, Heart & Vascular Services, Behavioral Health & more!
Specialty programs and events will be hosted in the UH Cutler Center for Men space, intended to help men expand their definition of healthcare and adopt practices for full-life fitness. Event and program categories may include:
Behavioral, Spiritual & Emotional Health
Grooming & Lifestyle
Relationships & Parenthood
Intimacy & Sexual Health
Finance & Legal Wellness
Career & Education
Nutrition & Fitness
Safety & Preparedness
UH Cutler Center for Men explores programs and services in close collaboration with its neighbors in UH Ahuja Medical Center’s Phase 2 Expansion: the UH Drusinsky Family Sports Medicine Institute (Floor 1) and the UH Potash Women & Newborn Center (Floor 2).
Tech-Enabled Success
Serving as a sandbox for new and improved healthcare technology, UH Cutler Center for Men – guided by UH Ventures – pilots solutions to streamline workflows for patients and providers alike. From the latest clinical tech to wayfinding and other patient-centric applications, digital engagement plays a crucial role in the success of UH Cutler Center for Men.
- Visitor Management App: This app was created by our team in conjunction with UH’s Information Technology and Patient Experience groups to deliver a frictionless experience for our visitors from check-in to check-out.
- Check-In Kiosk: If less chatter is what you’re after, utilize our free-standing kiosk to let our staff know you’ve arrived.
Ultimately, the solutions implemented at our flagship location personalize the patient’s experience and alleviate pain points throughout their journey.
What to Expect
When you arrive UH Cutler Center for Men at Ahuja Medical Center, you won’t find a front desk. Instead, you’ll see members of our Joe team carrying tablets or stationed behind mobile carts – a setup that encourages flexibility, offers privacy and prevents a lengthy line. These Joes will take your information as usual and, if eligible, offer you the opportunity to become a member of our program. You’re then free to enjoy the space and all its amenities!
Following check-in, you will receive a text message from our Visitor Management App. If you’d like, you can login to:
- View your wait status and real-time updates to your doctor’s schedule.
- See information about your doctor/appointment and view any important announcements.
- Ask our team members questions and/or make requests through text/chat.
When it’s time for your appointment, a clinical staff member will come get you – no matter where in the space you are. Post-appointment, check-out and any follow-up scheduling will take place in the comfort of your exam room.
Amenities That Go Above and Beyond
Whether you enter UH Cutler Center for Men for an appointment, or simply need a space to sit for a bit, you’ll find that it is not your average doctor’s office. The hospitality zone features:
- Amenities Station – Offering free and for-purchase snack, beverage and wellness options.
- Skybox Seating – Open after hours for viewing of the full-length football field on the building’s first floor.
- Zen Area – Comfortable seating surrounding a large screen for meditation and mindfulness practices.
- Interactive Display – Sports bar-style screens for live-action viewing, interactive entertainment and other useful information.
- Game Tables – A variety of group games including billiards and foosball.
The UH Cutler Center for Men care zone prioritizes:
- Comfort – Windows, spacious exam & procedure rooms and top-of-the-line, ergonomic furniture keep interactions cool and comfortable.
- Consult – Dedicated consult rooms allow one-on-one conversations in a quiet, safe space.
- Connection – Digital screens in exam rooms bring additional learning and communication opportunities.
Member Exclusives
While patient care is our highest priority, UH Cutler Center for Men goes beyond provider visits. UH Cutler Center for Men is both an in-person experience and a digital presence that travels with you, giving access to individuals and services that deliver preventive, specialty and full-life care. UH Cutler Center for Men members get access to exclusive invites and insights to help them get and stay healthy. Health expertise and a community of support are at the fingertips of members as they look to optimize and own their healthcare journey.
Learn More About UH Cutler Center for Men MembershipFrequently Asked Questions
- What is University Hospitals Cutler Center for Men?
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UH Cutler Center for Men is a program within University Hospitals that’s devoted to men’s health. It’s a full wrap-around service that aims to redefine wellbeing for men through thoughtful, personalized touchpoints that provide lifelong, comprehensive support. The program delivers high-touch, white glove care and service to all men at no extra cost.
- Is UH Cutler Center for Men a program or a center?
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Both! While UH Cutler Center for Men has this physical location as part of University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center Phase II Expansion, it also offers a virtual membership program with benefits that are experienced digitally and out in the community.
The membership is free and available to male-identifying individuals 18+. Call 216-285-4JOE (4563) or enroll online!
- What is UH Cutler Center for Men at UH Ahuja Medical Center?
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UH Cutler Center for Men at UH Ahuja Medical Center is unlike any other healthcare experience. The space was designed to welcome and engage – leveraging emerging technologies and providing customer experience “wow” moments. With special amenities and installations, the space serves several functions in addition to clinical care.
- Is UH Cutler Center for Men just for men?
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The UH Cutler Center for Men membership program is offered to male-identifying individuals only.
Though designed with men in mind, UH Cutler Center for Men’s flagship location at UH Ahuja Medical Center delivers specialty clinical services to everyone in the community. Do not be concerned if you are a female-identifying individual scheduled for an appointment at this location.
- Why does the space look so different?
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Ultimately, the UH Cutler Center for Men flagship was designed to encourage men to seek medical care. Comfort and connection were guiding principles, resulting in an office that’s warmer and more approachable than most clinics.
- Do I have to be a member of the program to seek care at this UH Ahuja Medical Center location?
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All guests are invited to experience this new approach to healthcare. Clinical services at the UH Ahuja Medical Center flagship are open to both females and males – whether or not you are a member. We believe all UH patients should be able to realize the benefits the space provides.
Male-identifying individuals 18+ who are interested in becoming a member of the UH Cutler Center for Men program can do so onsite or online. We encourage everyone to share their experience, and any of our materials, with the men in their lives!
- If I have an appointment at this location, how do I get there?
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As it is part of a broader campus, UH Cutler Center for Men has the same mailing address as UH Ahuja Medical Center: 3999 Richmond Rd. Beachwood, OH 44122. Use this address to navigate to campus. When you arrive, you’ll want to find the building labeled ‘Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute’ – UH Cutler Center for Men is on the third floor.
The Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute is the southwestern-most building on the Ahuja Campus and is grey in color with a curved glass front. Parking for patients is available behind the building in Lot D. Alternatively, you can park in front of Ahuja’s main entrance and connect to our building via the skyway.
- How do I enroll as a member of the UH Cutler Center for Men program?
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Call 216-285-4JOE (4563) or enroll online!
Meet Your Men’s Health Providers at UH Ahuja Medical Center
Danette Conklin, PhD
- Psychology-Adult Psychology
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Chardon (21 mi.)
Cleveland (1 mi.)
Beachwood (7 mi.)
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Robert Denton, PsyD
- Psychology-Adult Psychology
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Lyndhurst (7 mi.)
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Jenna Flick, CNP
- Gastroenterology
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Beachwood (7 mi.)
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Chagrin Falls (15 mi.)
Ramy Abou Ghayda, MD, MPH
- Urology
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Beachwood (7 mi.)
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Gregory Hall, MD
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Richmond Heights (8 mi.)
Beachwood (7 mi.)
Irina Jaeger, MD
- Urology
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Lyndhurst (7 mi.)
Beachwood (7 mi.)
John Horinger, MD
- Internal Medicine
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Beachwood (7 mi.)
Beachwood (7 mi.)
Michael Koehler, MD
- Gastroenterology
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South Euclid (4 mi.)
Beachwood (7 mi.)
Chagrin Falls (15 mi.)
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Julie Murumba, CNP
- Urology
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Avon (22 mi.)
Cleveland (0 mi.)
Beachwood (7 mi.)
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Westlake (18 mi.)
Mentor (20 mi.)
Jeffrey Parks, MD
- General Surgery
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Beachwood (5 mi.)
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Lee Ponsky, MD
- Urology, Urology-Urologic Oncology
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Beachwood (7 mi.)
Goutham Rao, MD
- Family Medicine
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Cleveland (0 mi.)
Cleveland (0 mi.)
Beachwood (7 mi.)
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Daniel Simon, MD
- Cardiology, Cardiology-Interventional Cardiology
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Beachwood (7 mi.)
Cleveland (0 mi.)
Beachwood (7 mi.)
Randy Vince, MD
- Urology
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Cleveland (1 mi.)
Beachwood (7 mi.)
Nannan Thirumavalavan, MD
- Urology
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Lyndhurst (7 mi.)
Beachwood (7 mi.)
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