Virginia Brugger, CNP
Treatment & Services
- Abnormal Liver Enzyme Tests
- Adolescent Gynecology
- Blood Tests
- Cancer Screening
- Contraception
- Diagnosing Asthma
- General Internal Medicine
- Health Screening and Testing
- Longitudinal Care of Adults
- Medication Management
- Prevention and Wellness
- Preventive Medicine
- Primary Care
- Treating Asthma with Bronchodilators
- Women's Health
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Chest Sounds
- Abnormal Heart Beats - Women
- Abnormal Heart Rhythms
- Abnormal Kidney Function
- Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding
- Abnormal Pap Smears
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- Abscess
- Absent Period
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Acid Reflux
- Acne
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Adjustment Disorder
- Adolescent Sexual Health
- Anal Itching
- Anal Pain
- Anal Rash
- Anemia
- Ankle Gout
- Ankle Osteoarthritis
- Anxiety Disorder
- Arm Bulging Muscle
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Atherosclerosis
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Flutter
- Atypical Chest Pain
- Back Pain
- Bacterial Vaginosis
- Boils
- Breast Conditions
- Carbuncles
- Chronic Illness
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Depression
- Diabetes
- Dysmenorrhea
- Female Incontinence
- Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)
- Headaches
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Heartburn
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
- Menopause
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Obesity
- Osteoporosis
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Stress and Physical Health
- Substance Abuse
- Weight Gain
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Case Western Reserve University, B.A. Biology 2003
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2016
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Family Nurse Practitioner
Cleveland,
OH
2010
Undergraduate - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Biology
Cleveland,
OH
2003
Additional Training
- Certification as a Menopause Practitioner, 2019
Medication Assisted Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder, 2019
Professional Highlights
- National Certified Menopause Practitioner, 2019 (North American Menopause Society)
Primary Care Women's Health Specialist
Faculty, Transition to Primary Care Practice Program
Cleveland Clinic Community Care Patient Safety and Quality Committee
Cleveland Clinic Community Care Adult Clinical Quality Practice Committee
Manager Advanced Practice Practitioners Lorain Primary Care Service Area
DEA-X certification in Medication Assisted Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, 2010
Certifications
- Family Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Interests
Health Promotion and Wellness, Women's Health, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Diabetes, Obesity, Headaches, Asthma, Smoking Cessation
Memberships
- North American Menopause Society
National Osteoporosis Foundation
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Ohio Association of Advanced Practice Nurses
154 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
29 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Apr 9, 2025
Virginia is great! Caring listens explains everything. Best provider I have ever had.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2025
I will deal with all of the people that don't care about their job a Cleveland Clinic to see Dr. BRUGER If she leaves the Clinic so will I.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2025
She never rushes you.
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2025
Virginia is the absolute best. She's very attentive and always discusses pros and cons of any treatments. Never rushes through appointments.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2025
Virginia seemed like she was genuinely concerned about my condition. She did the best she can to help me. I do and have recommended her to other potential patients.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
Virginia Brugger provides me with care that is above and beyond. She is courteous, respectful, caring, concerned, She spends time getting to know her patients and provides the best care possible.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
Communication between the nurses and care provider could improve.
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2025
She is amazing and beyond words! Awesome in discussing my options and concerns!
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2025
Love Virginia she is very professional and a special human being.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2025
Virginia always listens and addresses my concerns. I'm am grateful to her. She is extremely knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2024
Virginia Brugger is amazing. She is professional and caring.
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2024
I received excellent care from my provider during this visit. She showed considerable interest in my physical and mental well being.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024
Dr Brugger always listens to what I have to say and gives me the best care possible!
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024
Virginia is the best provider I have ever seen!
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2024
My favorite Dr. is always looking for options for my health problems.
Reviewed on Aug 29, 2024
Virginia is the best!! Her care and advice is the reason I'm alive today. I travel 45 minutes to see her
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2024
Virginia always makes me feel at ease, really listens to me and addresses all of my concerns. She is amazing.
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2024
WAS very good liked her so much
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2024
I love her attention to detail her focus on the patient her exemplifying that she understood you and make sure she's understood by you she could totally be my sole health provider.
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2024
Virginia is the most caring, devoted, selfless and understanding care provider at the clinic. She treats each client with all her devoted time and more.my medical needs and really cares about the individual.
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024
Always had a great relationship with Dr. Babuich and his team. Recommend them anytime.
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2024
As previously stated! Absolutely love Virginia! She is the best! She's helped more than any medical providers over my 70 years!
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2024
I've been sick for awhile but I work and doctors just weren't listening. She took her time to understand and handled my issues with care.
Reviewed on May 28, 2024
Virginia Brugger is the absolute best! She has been taking care of me for several years now and I trust her explicitly!
Reviewed on May 28, 2024
The only problem I ever have when contacting my doctor's office is the incredibly long hold times before actually getting to speak to someone. Unfortunately, occasionally I must speak to someone and those hold times are dreadfully long.
Reviewed on May 28, 2024
I can't say enough nice things about Virginia. She is an amazing professional and person.
Reviewed on May 15, 2024
She discusses everything in detail so I understand it no matter how long it takes and I so respect that
Reviewed on May 10, 2024
I appreciate the fact that Virginia took the time with me to talk to me about my concerns and make me feel comfortable about everything and that she was willing to take the time to answer my questions.
Reviewed on May 2, 2024
I feel the care I receive from Virginia is excellent. She makes me feel completely at ease and never discounts my concerns. I trust her opinions and can openly discuss my needs.