Heidi Szugye, DO
Treatment & Services
- Breastfeeding Consultation
- Breastfeeding Medicine
- Newborn Care
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Heidi Szugye, DO, NABBLM-C, IBCLC, FAAP is triple-board certified in Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine, General Pediatrics, and Pediatric Hospital Medicine and is also an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
With over a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Szugye has worked as a newborn and pediatric hospitalist across Cleveland Clinic Children’s tertiary care and birthing hospitals and currently specializes in Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine. She is the founder and medical director for Cleveland Clinic Children’s first Breastfeeding Medicine Clinic.
She actively participates in research and quality improvement initiatives focused on breastfeeding, contributing to the collective knowledge in the field. She has been featured in various media and news outlets, sharing her insights and wisdom on breastfeeding and its crucial role in infant and maternal health. Dr. Szugye is a dedicated educator, precepting and teaching trainees of all levels and serves as a physician advisor at Cleveland Clinic's Lerner College of Medicine.
Outside of her professional commitments, Dr. Szugye enjoys reading, running, and spending time with her husband and three children.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2014
Education & Fellowships
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Pediatrics
Cleveland,
OH USA
2014
Medical Education - West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
DO
Lewisburg,
WV USA
2011
Undergraduate - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
2007
Certifications
- Pediatric Hospital Medicine
- Pediatrics
Specialty Interests
Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine
Awards & Honors
- Cleveland Clinic Children’s Pediatric Residency Program Staff of the Month Teaching Award (2017, 2018, 2021)
- Cleveland Clinic Scholarship in Teaching Award (2021)
- Cleveland Clinic Caregiver Celebrations Excellence Award for MIS-C Care Path Team (2021)
- CCLCM Outstanding Faculty Preceptors of Year 3 Medical Students during Core Clerkships (2022, 2023)
- Cleveland Magazine Top Doctor (2022, 2023) Doctor
- Cleveland Clinic Nightingale Physician Collaboration Award (2023)
Research & Publications
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49 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
16 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 29, 2024
After my initial visit the doctor was very fast at responding to my message AND called me herself to discuss my plan of care.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2024
My experience with Dr.Szugye was one of the best I've had at Cleveland Clinic. She is knowledgeable, a great listener, and a great teacher. She presents herself in a professional and kind manner.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2024
Dr. Szugye had a cancellation and I was able to obtain an appointment quickly, and it was appreciated!
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2024
Dr. Szugye was amazing, I can't say enough good things about my experience with her. She was patient, kind, instructive, and very helpful! Incredible physician, the clinic is lucky to have her!
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2024
Dr. Szugye was fantastic and took her time to answer all of our questions as new parents. Her explanations were easy to follow. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and made a stressful appointment easy. Would highly recommend her to any parents!
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2023
Dr. Szugye is unlike any doctor I have ever worked with. This woman is the world's most caring and compassionate person. I am definitely not a long term breastfeeding patient and we determined that during our first visit but Dr. Szugye never stopped caring about me or helping me. She scheduled our follow up and has checked on me periodically via phone or my chart. Dr. Szugye is a phenomenal physician and overall amazing person.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2023
I really liked the doctor. Highly recommend, actually my child improved after our visit with him.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2023
Dr. Szugye is one of the BEST doctors I have ever worked with through the Cleveland Clinic. She is caring, a great listener and generally wants to help her patients. She spent quality time with me and NEVER made me feel rushed. She answered all my questions and even diagnosed my son with Torticollis which his PCP did not catch. Dr. Szugye is very well versed in pediatrics, OBGYN, Breast Feeding Medicine and Endocrinology. She is a TRUE asset to this clinic and she should be applauded for all that she does for mothers and their babies. I wish I could see her regularly because she truly cares about me and my son. We LOVE Dr. Szugye!!
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2023
Dr. Szugye was very attentive and knowledgable. I gained more from the appointment than I expected.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2023
Dr. Szugye was truly exceptional. She listened to my concerns and helped me to navigate through breast feeding challenges. She also checked on us multiple times after our visit. Dr. Szugye is a great asset to the pediatric department!!
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2023
Dr. Szugye is hands down the best doctor I have ever seen. She takes the time to listen to every one of your concerns and addresses them each to the full extent. She is magnificent at what she does and provided such great insight and help to us. I left her office feelin confident in my feeding journey and reassured.
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
I'm very glad I made this appointment. Doctor was extremely helpful with my nursing issues and pumping. Cleared up a few of my concerns and helped me get on the right path forward.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
We love Dr Heidi S.!
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2023
I felt heard and she was extremely patient and understanding. I really appreciated the time Dr. Szugye took to explain things and just talk with me. As a first time mom adjusting to all life's changes and dealing with the weight of the extra emotions she helped me walk out of my appointment mentally in a better place than when I entered. I am very grateful for the care she provided.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
I think she is a phenomenal physician. I felt my concerns were genuinely heard and she was wonderful to my baby.
Reviewed on May 30, 2023
Dr Szugye is a phenomenal physician. She is extremely helpful, listens to all concerns and provides many options for treatment. Would recommend her and her breastfeeding medicine clinic to all new moms.