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Department Kidney Medicine
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon No
Locations
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Primary Location

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Appointment:
216.444.6771
Desk:
216.444.6768
Fax:
216.444.9378
Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Kidney and Pancreas Transplant
  • Kidney Dialysis
  • Kidney Transplant
  • Nephrology
  • Pancreas Transplant
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Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Amyloidosis
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • End Stage Renal Disease
  • Fabry's Disease
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease
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Biography

About Richard Fatica, MD

Richard A. Fatica, MD, is a board-certified nephrologist and is the Vice Chair of Nephrology and Hypertension and the Medical Director of Mentor FMC Dialysis.
Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2000

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - University of Michigan Health System
Nephrology
Ann Arbor, MI
1999

Residency - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center & Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Internal Medicine
Pittsburgh, PA
1996

Medical Education - Virginia Commonwealth University Medical College
Richmond, VA
1993

Undergraduate - Allegheny College
Meadville, PA
1989

Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - Nephrology

Specialty Interests

Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation, kidney failure in non-renal transplantation, polycystic kidney disease, angiomyolipomas, glomerulonephritis, amyloidosis

Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

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As of 4/30/2024, Dr. Fatica has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.

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Patient Satisfaction Reviews

77 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.

Overall Star Ratings
4.9 out of 5
Explains 4.9
Listens 4.4
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

15 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2024

Dr Fatica is attentive, kind, and astute. He listens and communicates well and shows an immense amount of compassion. I have the highest level of trust in his diagnoses and treatment.

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2024

Always a reassuring with Dr. Fatica. Have been his patient for almost two decades and benefited from his knowledge and expertise regarding my condition. Always gives me the opportunity to talk about my condition and my overall health. Has provided referrals to other providers for ongoing care for evolving medical changes.

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2024

Dr. Fatica always takes his time to answer my questions and concerns during my appointments. Recently I had 4 ER & Hospital stays over a 7 month period and he was real supportive during this period. Excellent Nephrologist!!!

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2024

Dr. Fatica is a consummate professional

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024

Dr. Fatica is a wonderful physician. He is kind, thorough, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend him.

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2024

Dr Fatica was thoughtful, compassionate and understanding

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2024

Dr Fatica is a wonderful Dr. He takes time to look at you as a person, not just someone with bad kidneys. He listens and works with you to address issues. He takes his time and looks at all tests and Drs reports. Very thorough. I think very highly of him. That is why I pay out of pocket to see him!

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Dr Fatica always listens carefully and answers completely

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Dr Fatica was on time. Answered my questions in language that I could understand.

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024

Dr. Is exceptional!

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2024

Dr Fatica is always a caring provider

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024

I have had two previous virtual visits with Dr. Fatica. Both visits worked very well. Because Dr. Fatica called me when the virtual visit failed, and we were able to communicate by telephone this time, I feel the appointment was mostly a success.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

Dr. Fatica is wonderful. Very generous with his time. Kind and compassionate. Have recommended him to many people.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023

Dr. Fatica took his time and answered all my questions. My video visit was very good.

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2023

Dr. Fatica is a phenomenal doctor and care giver. I feel comfortable that my kidney care is in good hands.

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