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Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD

(Dr. Cathy Sila, MD)

(76 Ratings)

Specializes in: Vascular Neurology

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (1981)

Professional interests include: stroke, stroke prevention, carotid artery disease, and more.

3909 Orange Place Suite 2300
Beachwood, OH 44122

(216) 285-5115

Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD is a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH specializing in vascular neurology. She graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 1981 and has 45 years of experience. Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD is affiliated with University Hospitals and UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS MEDICAL GROUP INC.

Office Locations

University Hospitals

11100 Euclid Avenue Bolwell 5th Floor
Cleveland, OH 44106

(216) 844-3192

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University Hospitals

3909 Orange Place Suite 2300
Beachwood, OH 44122

(216) 285-5115

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Some issues Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD can help you with:

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

Heart disease
Older age
Smoking
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“"A stroke occurs when an artery in the brain is either blocked or ruptures, interfering with blood flow to the brain," Dr. Cathy Sila, chair of the Department of Neurology at University Hospitals...”—"You can once again tour the historic Veterans Memorial Bridge: Press Run", Cleveland.com , May 2025

“"A stroke occurs when an artery in the brain is either blocked or ruptures, intervening with blood flow to the brain," said Dr. Cathy Sila, chair of the UH neurology department.”—"University Hospitals offers free virtual stroke talk, risk screenings in May", Cleveland.com , May 2025

“"University Hospitals is committed to improving care by adhering to the latest treatment guidelines and streamlining processes to ensure timely and proper care for patients with stroke," said Dr....”—"University Hospitals nationally recognized for commitment to high-quality stroke care", The Morning Journal, August 2023

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	127
hospital care	338
inpatient care	338
ultrasound (sonogram)	120
vascular procedures	120

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	180
hospital care	250
inpatient care	250
ultrasound (sonogram)	76
vascular procedures	76

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	138
Female	182

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	205
Black	100
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	108
From 75 to 84	93
85 and over	69
Less than 65	50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	70
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	49
Dementia	29
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	183
hospital care	259
inpatient care	248
outpatient care	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	89
vascular procedures	89

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	182
Black	92
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	96
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	60
Less than 65	50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	72
Ischemic Heart Disease	59
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	45
Dementia	28
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	161
hospital care	169
inpatient care	169
ultrasound (sonogram)	78
vascular procedures	78

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	222
Female	260

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	300
Black	160
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	164
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	90
Less than 65	80

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	68
Ischemic Heart Disease	56
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	41
Dementia	25
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	154
hospital care	214
inpatient care	214
ultrasound (sonogram)	97
vascular procedures	97

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	107
Female	152

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	174
Black	73
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	107
From 75 to 84	76
85 and over	46
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	75
Ischemic Heart Disease	58
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	25
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	41
Dementia	30
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	162
hospital care	231
inpatient care	231
ultrasound (sonogram)	60
vascular procedures	60

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	135
Female	133

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	199
Black	55
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	98
From 75 to 84	87
85 and over	44
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	75
Ischemic Heart Disease	60
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	32
Heart Failure	40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	42
Dementia	34
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	167
hospital care	156
inpatient care	156
ultrasound (sonogram)	91
vascular procedures	91

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	102
Female	109

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	144
Black	53
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	71
85 and over	33
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	70
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	27
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	41
Dementia	31
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2019 were ultrasound (sonogram), vascular procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	126
hospital care	60
inpatient care	60
ultrasound (sonogram)	80
vascular procedures	80

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	85
Female	113

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	145
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	82
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	35
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	71
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	37
Dementia	27
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	135
hospital care	127
inpatient care	127
ultrasound (sonogram)	99
vascular procedures	99

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	118

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	164
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	99
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	30
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	66
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	40
Dementia	25
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	131
hospital care	130
inpatient care	130
ultrasound (sonogram)	80
vascular procedures	80

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	104
Female	121

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	166
Black	45
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	101
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	34
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	72
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	41
Dementia	28
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	120
hospital care	108
inpatient care	97
outpatient care	11

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	93
Female	121

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	156
Black	42
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	76
From 75 to 84	83
85 and over	41
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	75
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	29
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	40
Dementia	25
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated as a vascular neurologist in Cleveland, OH were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

doctor visit	149
hospital care	185
inpatient care	183
outpatient care	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	87
vascular procedures	87

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD.

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	133

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	56
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	166
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	76
85 and over	43
Less than 65	32
65 to 74	91

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	64
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	37
Atrial Fibrillation	22
Dementia	25
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 1981. She completed residency at | Neurology Neurology - Cleveland Clinic. She is certified by the Vascular Neurology - American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (1981)

Residency: | Neurology Neurology - Cleveland Clinic (1983)

Board Certification: Vascular Neurology - American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University Hospitals

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS MEDICAL GROUP INC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.93 out of 5 stars based on 76 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Cleveland, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$9,967 BRILINTA $1,342	$8,625
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$8,115 ELIQUIS $13	$8,102
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$4,617 ACTIVA $3,500	O-ARM-Spine $93	$1,024
Genentech, Inc.	$3,500 Tnkase $3,500
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.	$2,789 $2,789
Other	$1,209 Trevo $243	Aimovig $114	OCREVUS $106	ANDEXXA $105	Neurovascular Stents $88	Other $553

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$21,105
Travel and Lodging	$3,715
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$3,500
Food and Beverage	$1,827
Education	$50

Research Payments

Dr. Cathy A. Sila, MD has received 40 research payments totaling $231,811.

Biography

Dr. Cathy Sila practices vascular neurology in Cleveland, OH and Beachwood, OH. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Sila include transient ischemic attack (TIA), patent foramen ovale, and stroke. She is affiliated with the University Hospitals. She studied medicine at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at Mayo Clinic. Patient reviews placed her at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5).