Amir Taraben, MD
Primary Location
Hillcrest Medical Building 2
- Appointment:
- 440.449.8890
- Desk:
- 440.449.8890
- Fax:
- 440.449.7580
Additional Locations
Cardiovascular Medicine
Hillcrest Hospital
6770 Mayfield Road
Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 440.449.8890
- Desk:
- 440.449.8890
- Fax:
- 440.449.7580
Treatment & Services
- Cardiovascular Medicine Department
- Coronary Intervention
- General Cardiology
- Interventional Cardiology
- Preventive Cardiology
- Regional Heart and Vascular
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Heart Attack
- Heart Failure
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Valve Disease
- High Cholesterol
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Pericardial Effusion
- Rheumatic Heart Disease
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View All PlansAbout Amir Taraben, MD
Amir Taraben, MD, FSCAI is an interventional cardiologist in the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine in the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute and practices at Hillcrest Hospital with an office in the Hillcrest Medical Building Two Suite 300. He is board certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology.
Dr. Taraben is an experienced interventional cardiologist with special interests in complex and high risk coronary interventions, cardiac pacing, and transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography. His passion is practicing general cardiology.
Dr. Taraben earned his medical degree at the University of Damascus School of Medicine in his native country of Syria, placing first in his class. He served a residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, Ill. followed by a fellowship in cardiology at the University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Mo., where he was Assistant Professor of Medicine He completed his postgraduate training there with subspecialty training in interventional cardiology.
Prior to his appointment to the Cleveland Clinic staff in 2013, Dr. Taraben was a cardiologist with University Hospitals of Cleveland, practicing at several regional hospitals. His previous positions include 10 years as a consultant adult interventional cardiologist with King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where he was Section Head of Cardiac Cath Lab and Adult Cardiology Section, and 14 years as a cardiologist with two major hospital systems in Missouri. Prior to that he worked as a clinical assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Cardiology at the University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Mo.
Dr. Taraben has published numerous articles, abstracts and reviews in leading professional journals and presented at medical meetings and cardiac conferences in the United States, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Syria. He is a fellow of the Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2013
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of Missouri Hospitals & Clinics
Cardiology
Columbia,
MO USA
1996
Residency - University of Southern Illinois & Affiliated Hospitals
Internal Medicine
Springfield,
IL USA
1993
Internship - Southern Illinois University Schl of Med
Internal Medicine
Springfield,
IL USA
1990
Medical Education - Damascus University-Faculty of Medicine
Damascus,
1987
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
- Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology
Specialty Interests
Acute Coronary Syndrome, Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Valve Disease, Complex and high risk Coronary Interventions
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268 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
44 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 18, 2021
Always have a good experience when I have an appointment with Dr. Taraben.
Reviewed on May 13, 2021
Dr. Tarraben is clear in his explanations, so sympathetic to feelings and worries, willing to find medications best for my situation, direct and personal in his approach, and top of his field in diagnosing a problem and then treating it surgically. I trust him with my heart care decisions 100%. I would surely trust him in other situations as well, as he seems a balanced, aware, informed person with a kind heart.
Reviewed on May 11, 2021
very nice comment doctor
Reviewed on May 4, 2021
Dr Tarabay exhibited genuine concern and care of my issues. He "LISTENED" to me and included me in decisions. I am confident with his care!
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2021
Dr Tara Ben took the time to respond to the many questions that I had prepared for this visit. His explanations were clearly made so that i understood everything. I am so glad he is my cardiologist!
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2021
dr taraben & his staff treated me like gold.
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2021
Dr Taraben saved my life in Sept., 2017.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2021
My experience was excellent in getting an appointment and the appointment was on time. I was seen by the doctor and my visit was informative.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2021
This is my first time with this doctor and I would recommend him and I will see him again.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2021
One of the best physician's I have encountered. Great listening skills, great skill and good natured sense of humor.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2021
Dr. Taraben and his staff are professional and excel at customer service
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2021
Dr Taraben is the BEST! As I remarked earlier, everyone I had contact with from the housekeeping staff to the nurses were terrific!
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2021
Dr. raven and the nurse listened and responded as I would expect and hope to get from my care providers.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2021
*Dr. Taraben is absolutely the best cardiologist. He has performed surgery four times for my heart attacks. Forever grateful!
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2021
I really like Dr.Taraben. He is knowledgeable and kind!
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2021
Very good experience. Everyone very helpful and courteous. Dr. Taraben was excellent!
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2021
Dr. Taraben took his time and answered all questions. Excellent Doctor. Extremely pleased with all service!
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2021
Excellent dr. best dr.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2021
excellent staff and doctors only 1 complaint too many people in the waiting area
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2020
Dr. Amir Taraben is a wonderful and gifted physician and humanitarian. He saved my life with a cardiac procedure on January 3, 2011, and I have been "cardio-well" over the past almost-decade. I thank God and Dr. Taraben for this.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2020
Dr. Taraben is excellent and responds to questions very well.
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2020
excellent care and understanding by Dr Taraben and his staff
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2020
Already have recommended *Dr. Taraben to others. Explains options clearly and concisely and let's you make the clinic.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2020
Dr. Taraben is an excellent cardiologist and I am lucky to be in his care.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2020
Dr Taraben did surgery on me in 2017. I was an emergency pt. and I had Cardiac blockages. Dr Taraben placed 3 stents so I can now live life to the fullest! I am deeply grateful to him!
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2020
IT IS ALWAYS A GOOD EXPERIENCE. DR. TARABEN IS NICE DOCTOR. VERY SATISFIED WITH HIS SERVICE.
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2020
Dr Taraben is the most amazing Dr. He is great at listening and explaining . I put all my trust and more with him. I have recommended him to friends / family. I do have several people that does see him that I recommended.
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2020
always an informed visit with Dr. Taraban
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2020
Dr. Tareben is a great doctor
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2020
I recommend Dr. Taraben & his staff to anyone that I know that needs a cardiologist.
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2020
Explained all medical terms for patient to understand. Excellent Doctor.
Reviewed on Sep 10, 2020
i have recommended my wife and daughter to dr taraben
Reviewed on Aug 25, 2020
the doctor and stsff made the virtual appointment convenient and easy
Reviewed on Aug 25, 2020
Dr T is an excellent provider
Reviewed on Aug 13, 2020
the doctor was very understanding and went through all my medicines
Reviewed on Aug 13, 2020
the doctor cares about what's going on with me what I need to take what I need not to take my next future appointments I love doctor tariben
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2020
Always a friendly staff, including Dr Taraben.
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2020
I would not go to anyone else but Dr. Taraban as long as I have a choice
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2020
very good doctor and yes I would highly recommend him.
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2020
good experience . I am very happy and satisfied with my cardiologist, Dr. Taraben. He explains everything that needs to be done in a clear manner, easy to understand. I trust his decisions when it comes to my health . I thank God and the CCF for having him as my cardiologist.
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2020
Great Doctor that I would whole heartily recommend to anyone and everyone.
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2020
nurses and doctors are AMAZING
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2020
Dr.taraben listened to my main concern on my second opinion got me in quick to see him. I heared everything wonderful about Cleveland clinic. thank God for great doctors. lucky I took that second opinion or I would be major heart problems.
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2020
Dr. Taraben is excellent.