Suma Thomas, MD
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Treatment & Services
- Cardiovascular Imaging
- Cardiovascular Imaging Section
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Cardiovascular Medicine Department
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View All PlansAbout Suma Thomas, MD
Dr. Suma A. Thomas, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.C., is a non-invasive cardiologist at the Cleveland Clinic; Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine; Arnold and Sydell Miller Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Thomas is the Vice-Chairman of Operations and Strategy, Cleveland Clinic Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute.
Previous to her tenure at Cleveland Clinic, she worked for 8 years at Lahey Clinic, a multispecialty group in Burlington, MA. She was an Assistant Professor at Tufts University while working at Lahey Clinic. While working as a cardiologist at Lahey Clinic she served on the Board of the Lahey Clinic Accountable Care Organization. She also served as the primary cardiology consultant to the liver and renal transplantation teams, was the chairman of the code committee for 6 years, and served on the Lahey Clinic peer review committee. Dr. Thomas worked on many quality initiatives including establishing standards for perioperative cardiovascular evaluation of renal and liver transplantation patients, and improving code blue team response and efficiency.
She worked as an attending cardiologist at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University School of Medicine from 2000-2003 and was an Assistant Professor at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Thomas attended medical school at the University of Iowa School of Medicine and received her fellowship training in cardiovascular medicine at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University School of Medicine. She did an additional year of echocardiography training at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA.
Dr. Thomas worked at the American College of Cardiology (ACC) between 2004-2005 and gained experience working on cardiovascular quality and advocacy initiatives working closely with insurance companies, registries, accreditation organizations, and legislators. Dr. Thomas serves on several ACC committees including the ACC Advocacy Committee, the ACC Political Action Committee Board (ACCPAC), the ACC F Expert Consensus Document on Patient Radiation Safety Writing Committee, and the ACC Partners in Quality Subcommittee. She is also active in the American Medical Association (AMA) and serves as one of four delegates representing the ACC in the AMA. She completed a Masters in Business Administration at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in June 2013.
Dr. Thomas’ interests include quality improvement and assurance, payment innovation, and cost effectiveness in clinical care.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2013
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge,
MA USA
2013
Fellowship - Brigham & Women's Hospital
Echocardiography/Cardiology
Boston,
MA USA
2004
Fellowship - Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Cardiology
St. Louis,
MO USA
2000
Residency - University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Iowa City,
IA USA
1996
Medical Education - University of Iowa College of Medicine
Iowa City,
Io
1993
Undergraduate - Creighton University
Omaha,
NE USA
1989
Undergraduate - Northwestern University
Evanston,
IL USA
1986
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
Research & Publications
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64 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
16 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jan 2, 2024
Dr. Thomas was thorough in explaining my situation. I was very pleased with her manner, her knowledge and understanding.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2023
Dr. Summa Thomas is the best! We have a great relationship. She is very capable and caring. I would recommend her to anyone needing a cardiologist.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2023
I was very satisfied with my visit. Dr. Thomas is an excellent physician.
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2023
Dr. Thomas truly cares about her patients. She takes the time to clearly explain your situation, test results and her own recommendations. Overall I would recommend her expertise to others needing a professional cardiologists opinion and direction.
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2023
Dr. Thomas was wonderful
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2023
I did not expect such a great physician at the best hospital to be available at my convenience.
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2023
Dr Thomas is amazing. She is so talented and she invests a significant amount of time during appointments getting to know her patients and addressing concerns. I truly appreciate the follow up calls, including a call with a referral. Worth the trip from Florida to Ohio to see her.
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2023
Dr. Thomas best provider I have encountered in a long time although I am quite happy with my other providers as well. She answers all questions in an unrushed manner and lets me ask questions that concern me about my health. In turn, I don't ramble on and am courteous of her busy schedule.
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2023
Dr Suma is outstanding. Very knowledgeable and a very caring doctor. I would rate her even higher than very good. She was also very caring.
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2023
Dr Suma Thomas was excellent at showing and describing my heart functions while viewing the echocardio gram of my heart. I would highly recommend her to anybody.
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2023
My cardiologist was excellent! She took great care of me!
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2023
Dr S. Thomas is the best! Very caring and concerned! I never feel rushed or like I'm a bother! She takes her time to explain every angle of your care! Not only diet exercise but relaxing time too! So very thankful she is my doctor!
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2023
No test results to which were the purpose of the visit. We talked about other aspects of my health but I did not need that office visit I needed the test results for my appointment purpose. Dr. Thomas went at length to chat about things my appointment was not about and filled time while waiting for results which did not come.
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2023
Dr Thomas is very thorough and answers questions in a manner easy to understand
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2023
Could not have been more pleased with Dr Thomas
Reviewed on Apr 18, 2023
Dr. Thomas is a very kind and compassionate physician. I was impressed by how thorough she was and how much time she spent with me.