Richard Grimm, DO
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6697
- Desk:
- 216.445.4636
- Fax:
- 216.445.6152
Additional Locations
Diagnostic Radiology
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6697
- Desk:
- 216.444.6808
- Fax:
- 216.445.6152
Treatment & Services
- Aorta Center
- Cardiovascular CT
- Cardiovascular Disease Risk Prevention
- Cardiovascular Imaging
- Cardiovascular Imaging Section
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Cardiovascular Medicine Department
- Echocardiography
- General Cardiology
- Heart Imaging
- Noninvasive Diagnostic Testing
- Pericardial Diseases Center
- Stress Testing
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Amyloidosis
- Aneurysms
- Angina
- Aorta Disease
- Aortic Aneurysms
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Insufficiency
- Aortic Occlusion (Blockage)
- Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Regurgitation
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Asymptomatic Valve Dysfunction
- Atherosclerosis
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Septal Defects
- Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy Valvular
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Complex Valvular Diseases
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Congenital Valve Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Diastolic Dysfunction
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
- Endocarditis
- Heart Attack
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Related Illnesses
- Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Infections
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
- High Cholesterol
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Ischemic Heart Disease
- Marfan Syndrome
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Myxomas
- Pericardial Cyst
- Pericardial Disease
- Pericardial Effusion
- Pericarditis
- Pulmonary Valve Disease
- Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
- Pulmonic Regurgitation
- Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
- Rheumatic Heart Disease
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Valve Disease
- Valve Prosthesis
- Valvular Heart Disease
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View All PlansAbout Richard Grimm, DO
Richard Grimm, DO, is Director of the Echocardiography Laboratory and a staff cardiologist in the Section of Cardiovascular Imaging, the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, at the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. He is board-certified in cardiovascular disease. Dr. Grimm is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the American Society of Echocardiography. In addition to his primary specialty of general cardiology, Dr. Grimm has special interests in Echocardiography, Cardiac Computed Tomography, heart valve disease, cardiac resynchronization therapy for heart failure, atrial fibrillation and aortic disease.
An Ohio native, Dr. Grimm earned his medical degree from the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his clinical training with an internship at Doctors Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, where he was named "Intern of the Year." He served a residency in Internal Medicine at Cleveland Clinic, followed by fellowships in Cardiology and subsequently Cardiovascular Imaging. In 1994, he was appointed to Cleveland Clinic as a Staff Cardiologist, served as Program Director for the Cardiovascular Imaging Fellowship from 1996-2004 and named to his current position as Director of Echocardiography in 2005. In 2014 he was awarded the Charles and Loraine Moore Endowed Chair in Cardiovascular Imaging.
Dr. Grimm has participated in a number of multi-center clinical trials, including serving as co-primary investigator in the ACUTE trial, which studied transesophageal echocardiography guidance in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing cardioversion, as well as studies examining the utility of echocardiography in resynchronization therapy for patients with heart failure. He received the Cleveland Clinic Cardiology Research Award in 1993 and in 1994 was awarded an American Heart Association fellowship grant to study the pathophysiologic mechanisms of atrial fibrillation and thrombogenesis. In 2002, Dr Grimm was honored with the Distinguished Teacher Award by the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, and in 2007 he was recognized with an Innovator Award by Cleveland Clinic Innovations. He served on the Board of Directors of the American Society of Echocardiography from 2011-2013 and currently serves on the Program Committee for the American Society of Echocardiography Annual Scientific Sessions.
He has served as an editorial reviewer for such leading publications as Circulation, the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, the Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography , the American Journal of Cardiology and Heart. Dr. Grimm is a frequent lecturer at national and international conferences and has published more than 200 manuscripts, book chapters and abstracts on his specialty interests. He is a member of the American College of Cardiology, the American Heart Association and the American Society of Echocardiography
Dr. Grimm was named to "Best Doctors in America" for 2007-2013 and "Best Doctors in Cleveland" for 2006-2016. In his leisure time, Dr. Grimm enjoys golf, skiing and hiking.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1987
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Advanced Cardiac Imaging
Cleveland,
OH United States
1994
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Cardiovascular Disease
Cleveland,
OH United States
1993
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH
1990
Internship - Doctor's Hospital
Rotating Internship
Columbus,
OH
1987
Medical Education - Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Athens,
OH
1986
Undergraduate - Hiram College
Hiram,
OH
1980
Additional Training
- Cardiovascular Computed Tomographic Angiography
Professional Highlights
- Medical Information Officer, Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute 2017
- Charles and Loraine Moore Endowed Chair in Cardiovascular Imaging 2014
- Cleveland Clinic Innovator Award, 2007
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine Distinguished Teacher Award, 2002
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
Specialty Interests
Heart Valve Disease, Pericardial Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cardiovascular Imaging, Echocardiography, Atrial Fibrillation, Optimizing Device Therapy (cardiac resynchronization therapy) for Heart Failure
Awards & Honors
- Charles and Loraine Moore Endowed Chair in Cardiovascular Imaging, 2014
- Cleveland Clinic Innovator Award, 2007
- "Best Doctor in America" listing, 2007-2008
- Distinguished Teacher Award, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, 2002
- American Heart Association/Northeast Ohio Affiliate Fellowship Research Grant, 1996
Memberships
- American College of Cardiology
- American Heart Association
- American Society of Echocardiography
Research & Publications
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152 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 | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 3.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
32 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Dec 3, 2024
Dr Grimm is tremendous.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2024
It was obvious the Dr. Had not reviewed the materials I had faxed over and was not aware of the concerns I had with care I was receiving locally. Kept referring me back to local Dr.
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024
Dr Grimm is the best!
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2024
I respect Dr Grimm. He's very thorough with explaining what tests I need to have completed before a diagnosis can be made.
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2024
Dr. Grimm has been beyond wonderful through the time I have been seeing him. His chairside manner is excellent, and he has shown both compassion and empathy while discussing my heart issues which are complex and unique. He is my point person at the Clinic while having collaboration with electrophysiology and surgery as I have had significant open-heart surgery and recently a pacemaker.
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2024
Provider answered all questions my spouse and I both asked.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2024
Fat superior to past treatment at other facilities.
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2024
I have had great care from Dr Grimm. He has been very attentive to questions, and has provided all sides of my situation so that I could make informed decisions and be confident in my choices
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024
Dr.Grimm is a very caring man.. Explained everything about my test results, very knowledgeable about the results..
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2024
This by far and away one of the best experiences with a physician I have ever had. I have been treated by Cardiologist my entire life. This was exceptional and exceeded all expectations.
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2024
Called in April 2024 and had to wait until July 2024 For an appointment with Dr.Grimm
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2024
My initial call, I was told my MD would not see me because it's been too long. (ridiculous) He saw me before when it was longer. I called back and a different person got me an appointment. I was told your considered a "new patient" (seen longer than 3yrs of last appt.), you get in sooner. It was 5yrs for me, so I was told I'm a "new patient".
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
As I did on my last visit, I usually see Dr. Grimm. He is excellent.
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Dr Grimm is excellent. Friendly, listens well, explains things well. Just a good human being.
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
Dr. Grimm is always very kind and professional. He keeps me well informed about what I should be doing to care for myself. He is a big advocate for healthy living.
Reviewed on May 29, 2024
Dr Grimm listened well and adjusted my meds to improve my health.
Reviewed on May 15, 2024
I am so impressed with ease of scheduling, as well as the stressful visit being totally at ease surrounded by the intellect and courtesy of all I came in contact with. Dr. Grimm explained things to me that I didn't know before regarding my valve. So impressed with Dr. Grimm. Thank you!
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024
I am truly indebted to Dr. Grimm and his staff.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2024
Dr. Grimm took the time to answer all my questions patiently and thoroughly.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2024
It works much better for us to have morning appointments as we have a six hour drive to go home after our appointment. This was the only time this year where we were unable to achieve that. In passing, I shared this concern with Dr Grimm. He could not have been more kind and shared how to address this for our next appointment. In the big picture this was very minor but handled in a very good manner.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024
Great human being, and not a bad doctor
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024
Dr. Grimm is an outstanding cardiologist. I always feel that his examinations and assessments of my condition are excellent.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024
I had to cancel my first March 24 appointment and someone in Dr Grimm's office did a great job of getting me in the following week.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2024
Waiting to find out further results before total discussion on what the next step would be
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2024
Dr. Grimm is the best, right along with my surgeons Vargo, and Rissilo
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2024
Dr Grimm is misnamed. He couldn't have been anymore gracious or considerate.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2024
Dr. Grimm and staff took their time explaining things and made us feel very comfortable with our results. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
The Doctor and staff were very personable and helpful.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2024
Dr. Grimm is very kind and thorough. He took the time to explain my condition very well with visuals and was kind when informing me my condition had progressed and required surgery. He is a very caring cardiologist.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2024
All persons involved in my scheduling and related treatment (echo cardiogram, EKG and Office visit were very courteous and polite. All three appointments were scheduled the same day. Where there could have extra waiting time between, I was seen by Dr. Grimm earlier than expected. Dr. Grimm was very considerate, taking time to display the film or video of my heart and my heart valves. He discussed the condition in a manner that helped ease my apprehension regarding future treatment options.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2023
Dr. Grimm is personable. He answered my questions.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2023
Dr. Grimm is the best. He has been my cardiologist for over 25 years now. I wouldn't trade him for anyone. He knows my history, he knows how I like to review my test results and his concern for my well being is sincere. This year's visit was no different.