The 20 Best Heart Transplant Doctors near Cleveland, OH

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 73 doctor with experience in Heart Transplant near Cleveland, OH. Of these, 50 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Pediatrics | Transplant Surgery
    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Pediatrics | Transplant Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic Children's Outpatient Center

    8950 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Shahnawaz Amdani is a Pediatrics specialist and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Amdani is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pediatric Myocarditis, Myocarditis, Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM), Heart Failure, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Amdani is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, 2018.

    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology
    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eileen Hsich is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. She has been practicing medicine for over 36 years. Dr. Hsich is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hsich is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2014.

    Elite in Heart Transplant
    Elite in Heart Transplant

    Office

    9300 Euclid Ave Ste J34, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Randall Starling is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Starling is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Transplant, and Angioplasty.

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    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Pediatrics | Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Pediatrics | Transplant Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic Children's Outpatient Center

    8950 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    52+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gerard Boyle is a Pediatrics specialist and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 52 years. Dr. Boyle is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pediatric Myocarditis, Myocarditis, Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM), Infectious Myocarditis, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Boyle is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics, 1994.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Paulino Alvarez is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Alvarez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Transplant, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Alvarez is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2018.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Mazen Hanna is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Hanna is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Amyloidosis, Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Primary Amyloidosis, Heart Transplant, and Tenotomy.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Mccurry is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. Mccurry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Rheumatic Fever, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Mccurry is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, 1998.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Wael Jaber is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 38 years. Dr. Jaber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 70 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Amyloidosis, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Jaber is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1998.

    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi

    Milind Desai is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Desai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Desai is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2004.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amanda Vest is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Vest is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Heart Transplant. Dr. Vest is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Soltesz is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Soltesz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Cleveland Clinic Children's Outpatient Center

    8950 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rukmini Komarlu is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. She has been practicing medicine for over 36 years. Dr. Komarlu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. She is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Double Discordia, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Ebstein's Anomaly, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Komarlu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2019.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Serge Harb is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Harb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Harb is board certified in National Board Of Echocardiography, 2019.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Urdu

    Samir Kapadia is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Kapadia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Kapadia is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1999.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    52+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Nissen is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 52 years. Dr. Nissen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Unstable Angina, Gastric Bypass, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Nissen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1983.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Griffin is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Griffin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 71 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Griffin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1993.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zoran Popovic is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Popovic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Experienced in Heart Transplant

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Andres Rubio is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Rubio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Rubio is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2020.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Thoracic Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Faisal Bakaeen is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 34 years. Dr. Bakaeen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Bakaeen is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, 2004.

    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Transplant
    Cardiology

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ran Lee is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Heart Transplant. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Heart Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2021.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Heart Transplant?

    A heart transplant is surgery to remove a damaged or diseased heart and replace it with a healthy donor heart.

    When should I see a Heart Transplant doctor near Cleveland, OH?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Heart Transplant doctor near Cleveland, OH?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Heart Transplant doctors near Cleveland, OH?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Heart Transplant doctors near Cleveland, OH?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Heart Transplant doctor near Cleveland, OH?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Heart Transplant doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Heart Transplant doctor near Cleveland, OH?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Heart Transplant doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Heart Transplant doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Heart Transplant doctors near Cleveland, OH?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Heart Transplant doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Heart Transplant doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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