Dr. Bassem Zraik, M.D.

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Get to know Internist Dr. Bassem Zraik, who serves patients in Elyria, Ohio.

A trusted internist, Dr. Zraik is an attending physician at University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center.

For more than 100 years, University Hospitals (UH) Elyria Medical Center has been serving the health care needs of the residents of Lorain County and western Cuyahoga County. Their expert team utilizes state-of-the-art technology and the latest treatments to provide high-quality care for adults and children. 

A native of Syria, Dr. Zraik earned his medical degree from the University of Tishreen Faculty of Medicine. After relocating to the United States, he completed his residency in internal medicine at Fairview General Hospital.

An expert in his field, the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Among his other roles, Dr. Zraik is affiliated with Fairview General Hospital, MedCentral Mansfield Hospital, Mercy Medical Center, Firelands Regional Medical Center, and Euclid Hospital.

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

On a more personal note, Dr. Zraik is fluent in both English and Arabic.

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