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Department Orthopaedic Surgery
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:
216.444.6260
Desk:
216.444.9230
Fax:
216.444.8725
Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Fracture Care
  • Heel Injections
  • Orthopaedics
  • Podiatry
View all 4 Treatment & Services +

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Achilles Tendon Injury
  • Arthritis of the Foot and Ankle
  • Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
  • Flatfoot
  • Foot and Ankle Fractures Nonunion
  • Foot Injuries
  • Hammertoes
  • Heel Pain
  • Heel Spurs
  • Metatarsalgia
  • Morton's Neuroma
  • Neuromas
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Insurance

Insurance

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Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2010

Education & Fellowships

Residency - Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
Podiatric Surgery
Parma, OH
2007

Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Podiatric Medicine
Cleveland, OH
2007

Medical Education - Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine (Kent State University)
DPM
Independence, OH
2004

Undergraduate - University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
1999

Certifications

  • Foot and Ankle Surgery - Foot Surgery

Specialty Interests

Conservative management of bunions, hammertoes, tailor’s bunions, foot fractures, and neuromas; conservative management of Achilles tendon pain, posterior tibial pain, flat and high arched foot types, ankle and foot sprains, heel pain

Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

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To assure professional and commercial integrity in such matters, Cleveland Clinic maintains a program that reviews these collaborations and, when appropriate, puts measures in place to minimize bias that may result from ties to industry. Cleveland Clinic publicly discloses the names of companies when (i) its physicians/scientists receive $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) for speaking and consulting, (ii) its physicians/scientists serve as a fiduciary, (iii) its physicians/scientists receive or have the right to receive royalties or (iv) its physicians/ scientists hold any equity interest for the physician's/scientist's role as inventor, discoverer, developer, founder or consultant.* In publicly disclosing this information, Cleveland Clinic tries to provide information as accurately as possible about its physicians' and scientists' connections with industry.

As of 10/20/2024, Dr. Chiunda 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.

Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.

* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.

Patient Satisfaction Reviews

198 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
4.7 out of 5
Explains 4.7
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.8
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.7

32 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2024

My physician and her staff were great.

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2024

The provider was very attentive, explored previous imaging, and ultimately went above and beyond to offer several treatment options. This was actually one of the best visits that I have experienced.

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024

When the provider cancels and you can't schedule another appointment for 3 months is a big problem.

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2024

She rushed through my visit and left without asking if I had any questions.

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2024

Dr. Was excellent in giving Compassionate Care professional solutions. Included me in decision making, explained everything perfectly. Could not be happier with outcome.

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2024

She's incredible. Very helpful and I have a hope after 4 months of pain!

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2024

Dr. Chiunda was wonderful. She was kind, thoughtful, thorough and helpful for my situation. I'm fortunate to have been scheduled with her. I'd never seen her before, but will return to her in the future.

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024

Dr. Chiunda was very thoughtful and caring regarding my care. Explaining all my options and receptive to my inquiries.

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2024

Dr Stella was great!! Calmed my fears. Answered questions. Explained X-rays. Listed things to do and timeline. Great dr!!!

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2024

Dr Chiunda is always so professional, she actually listens to what I say , she explains everything in understandable terms and always answers all of my questions completely.

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2024

Extremely efficient services all the way through---XRay and Doctor. Dr. Shenuida was exceptional! The best I have ever had!

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2024

Dr. Is excellent at explaining conditions and care choices.

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2024

She is an informative, extremely nice Dr.!

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2024

I received great Care, empathy, and Professional advice from Dr. Stella

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2024

She is an amazing doctor. She carefully explains things and makes certain you understand your problem. The Clinic is fortunate to have her

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2024

Dr Chiunda treated me with the utmost respect. She is very knowledgeable and has a pleasant personality. She listen and gave me a lot of great feedback. I'm glad I made the 2 hour drive over.

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

Dr. Chiunda and staff provided Excellent and professional care!

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2024

I felt she explained things very throughly, gave me options

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024

I never saw provider as I waited in Room from 1:20pm to 2pm with no one coming in to see me. I got up and left.I have re-scheduled my appointment and should not have had to wait.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024

Dr. Chiunda was very professional and knowledgeable.

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2024

Never got a return call from Dr Botek, after call a couple more times I had to ask if someone else could see me in the same clinic. Dr Chiunda was available in a couple of days.

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2024

Dr. Stella Chunda was so nice and made me feel comfortable, her staff was excellent also.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2024

It was not for the provider. She was GREAT, proficient, knowledgeable, and Pleasant

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2024

Not all doctors, Dr Chiunda included, appear on MyChart for me to be able to message them. Messaging is a great tool, but if the Dr is not on my list (I have had 2 appointments with her), it is more difficult to communicate.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2024

Dr Chiunda is AMAZING. I am not sure how I got so lucky to receive her as my care provider for my foot issues, but I am glad I did. She is thorough. She explains everything very well. Additionally, the information she provided to help my issue was very impressive not just to me, but to other medical professionals (other Dr/Nurses and PT professionals)

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2024

Dr. Chiunda took a long time listening to my questions and concerns. She provided a clear diagnosis that made sense. She addressed all my concerns. This was a second opinion and the quality of both the evaluation and patient experience with Dr Chiunda was so superior to my initial evaluation at another medical institution.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2024

One of the best doctors i have ever had

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2024

Dr. Chiunda is outstanding and it is always a pleasure to see her to deal with changes/pain with my foot. Thank you to Dr. Chiunda!

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023

This video visit was a follow up appointment after a procedure on my toe that Dr. Chiunda provided. During both visits Dr. Chiunda was both professional and friendly. She answered my questions thoroughly so I understood exactly what she was going to do. Her kind demeanor also helped me to relax before the procedure.

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2023

She is so awesome

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2023

I had an appointment scheduled, but an urgent medical condition required me to see the doctor earlier. The office staff called me and arranged for me to get into the office a week earlier. This provided me with peace of mind. Thank you.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2023

The doctor answered my questions and responded to my concerns.

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