Daniel Raymond, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.445.6860
- Desk:
- 216.636.1623
- Fax:
- 216.636.9984
Treatment & Services
- Abdominal Surgery
- Bronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy
- Bronchus Surgery
- Cancer Center
- Cardiovascular Surgery Section
- Chest Surgery
- Claggetts Window
- Complex Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Decortication
- Diaphragm Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Esophageal Surgery
- Esophagectomy
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Lobectomy, VATS Lobectomy
- Lung Biopsy
- Lung Cancer Surgery
- Lung Lesion Surgery
- Lung Removal Surgery
- Lung Surgery
- Mediastinal Biopsy Surgery
- Mediastinal Masses Surgery
- Mediastinal Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgeries
- Nodulectomy
- Pectus Excavatum Repair
- Pericardial Window
- Pericardium Surgery
- Pleurectomy
- Pneumonectomy
- Removal of Part of Lung
- Reoperation Surgery
- Robotically Assisted Thymectomy
- Sleeve Lobectomy
- Surgical Biopsy of Thoracic Lymph Nodes
- Surgical Treatment of Lung Nodules
- Thoracentesis
- Thoracic Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery Department
- Thoracic Surgery Section
- Thoracic Sympathectomy
- Thoracoscopic Surgery
- Thymectomy
- Thymus Gland Surgery
- Tracheostomy
- Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)
- Wedge Resection
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abdominal Abscess
- Abdominal Hernia
- Advanced Lung Disease
- Angiosarcomas
- Askin’s Tumors
- Cancer
- Chest Wall Sarcomas
- Collapsed Lung
- Desmoid Tumor
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Epithelioid Hemangioendothelioma (EHE)
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophageal Perforation
- Esophageal Stricture
- Femoral Artery Aneurysm
- Fibromatosis Tumors
- Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)
- Hyperhidrosis
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
- Lung Abscess
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Mass
- Lung Nodules
- Mediastinal Tumor
- Mesothelioma
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Paraganglioma
- Pectus Excavatum
- Pediatric Rare Cancer and Blood Disease Program
- Pericardial Effusion
- Pericarditis
- Pleural Effusion
- Pneumothorax
- Primary Soft Tissue Sarcomas of the Chest Wall
- Pulmonary Nodules
- Radiation Induced Chest Wall Sarcomas
- Rare Cancer and Blood Disease Program
- Sarcoma
- Thoracic Cancer
- Thymic Cancer
- Thymic Tumors
- Thymoma
- Thyroid Cancer
- Windpipe Injury
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View All PlansAbout Daniel Raymond, MD
Daniel Raymond, MD, is a thoracic surgeon in the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery in the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic. He is board-certified in general and thoracic surgery.
Specialty interests: Minimally invasive thoracic surgery, lung surgery, lung cancer, lung nodules, mediastinal surgery, chest wall surgery, esophageal surgery, surgical infectious disease, VATS lobectomy, and surgical quality.
Number of Procedures Performed: Cleveland Clinic performs more than 1,700 thoracic procedures each year. All Cleveland Clinic thoracic surgeons complete between 350-450 thoracic cases per year.
Success rates: Cleveland Clinic thoracic surgeons perform more than 2,000 general thoracic procedures each year.to treat patients with a wide range of conditions, including lung, esophageal, chest wall, pleural, tracheal, mediastinal, foregut and diaphragm disease. Cleveland Clinic contributes to the Society of Thoracic Surgery Database in order to maintain the highest possible standards. Our 2013 outcomes include the lowest risk-adjusted mortality rate for lobectomy in the nation. We have recently been honored with a three star ranking in the first every ranking system for outcomes following lobectomy for lung cancer. This honor was only awarded to a handful of programs nationwide. Success rates for specific procedures are available at http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/about-heart-vascular-institute/treatment-outcomes.aspx
Education and Training: Dr. Raymond completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania, and earned his medical degree from the State University of New York Health Science Center, Syracuse. He completed a surgical residency, a research fellowship, and a surgical infectious disease fellowship at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center, Charlottesville. Dr. Raymond completed his training with a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Pennsylvania Health System, Philadelphia.
Following his training, Dr. Raymond was an assistant professor of surgery in the Division of Thoracic and Foregut Surgery at the University of Rochester Medical Center, NY. He participated in several committees, including the Antibiotic Subcommittee, Quality Assurance Committee, Hospital Therapeutics Committee, and was the Compliance Officer for the Department of Surgery.
Dr. Raymond moved to Cleveland in 2011 to join the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery at Cleveland Clinic. In addition to his clinical activities, he is the Quality Officer for thoracic surgery, the Co-Director of the Lung Cancer Tumor Board, and a member of the Cancer Executive Committee, Clinical Competency Committee, Surgical Quality Committee, Disaster Triage Officer, and Tracheostomy Committee.
Publications and Speaking: Dr. Raymond has more than 85 published articles and abstracts and twelve medical textbook chapters to his credit.
About Dr. Raymond: “I am honored to be a member of the Cleveland Clinic team dedicated to the multidisciplinary care of patients with thoracic disease, both benign and malignant. It is a pleasure to work with skilled and accomplished individuals who can provide compassionate and efficient care with unsurpassed quality. There is no greater satisfaction than the gratitude of a patient who has received world-class care.”
Leisure Activities: Dr. Raymond enjoys cooking, biking, hiking, swimming and traveling with his wife and two children. He also enjoys reading historical fiction, fly fishing and skiing.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2011
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Philadelphia,
PA
2006
Residency - University of Virginia Health Sciences Center
General Surgery
Charlottesville,
VA
2004
Medical Education - SUNY Upstate Medical University
Syracuse,
NY
1997
Undergraduate - University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia,
PA
1992
Fellowship - Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia,
PA United States
Residency - University of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA
Medical Education - SUNY Upstate Medical Center
Syracuse,
NY
Certifications
- Surgery - General Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
Specialty Interests
Minimally invasive thoracic surgery, lung surgery, lung cancer, lung nodules, mediastinal surgery, chest wall surgery, esophageal surgery, surgical infectious disease, VATS lobectomy, and surgical quality.
Awards & Honors
- 2014 America’s Top Doctor, Castle Connolly
- 2011, 2012 U.S. News & World Report Top Doctor
Research & Publications
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As of 3/11/2025, Dr. Raymond 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.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Raymond receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- KLS Martin Group
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.
237 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 | |
| Listens | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
35 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025
Dr. Raymond very professional and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025
I find Dr. Raymond very down to earth and converses with me in ways that I understand and listens to what I may have to comment on. Friendly fellow.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2025
My experience with Dr. Raymond was excellent
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2025
The best Doctor in the world!
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2025
Dr Raymond has an amazing bedside manner
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2025
I can't say enough about the care I have received from Dr Raymond and his staff. They are always attentive and concerned with all my health needs.. Dr Raymond goes above addressing all my concerns and explains everything to make sure I clearly understand....
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2025
Dr Raymond is a fantastic Dr who genuinely cares and answered ever question we had and showed us everything on his computer! He took his time & is on our list of favorite Dr's! Thank you Doc for everything!
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2025
No negative comments. Dr. Raymond and staff were tremendous.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
I enjoyed and look forward to working w/ Dr Raymond and his staff. I feel very comfortable w the program.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025
Dr. Raymond was so compassionate during this difficult time. He was very professional and explained the plan of care in simple terms for me to understand. I feel very comfortable with the recommendations.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2025
He was wonderful! He will do the surgical procedure and I completely trust him. Knowledgeable, a true gentleman, made both of us, my wife, Mary and I, completely at ease, explained in terms we understood and was friendly yet professional. We have full confidence in him (this was a 2nd opinion as we were most unhappy with the first surgeon at home, and appreciated the attention to detail this physician expressed to us!
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2024
Dr. Raymond was very caring and very patient and helpful
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2024
Dr. David Raymond is a very skilled man. I'd recommend him to the world.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2024
Excellent doctor whom I would recommend to everyone!
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2024
Dr Raymond was kind enough to, very attentive, and explained everything about my condition in detail and in a way that I could understand all my options. He was supportive of my decision. Excellent doctor!
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2024
It was a good meeting. Dr. Raymond explained everything to me as to what the surgery will be and how he will go about performing it.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2024
Dr Raymond and his fellow provided
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2024
I already have recommended Dr Raymond to 2 other people. I trust him with my life. He is a good Doctor and a good man.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2024
I really liked the doctor he explain things well
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024
So Happy to Dr Raymond as my surgeon.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2024
Dr. Raymond was very personable and professional. I found him to be very knowledgeable and warm. His assistant was the same. I fell I am in good hands !!
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
Very satisfied with opportunity to speak to Dr Raymond. Had submitted questions earlier but this was better - questions changed with the conversation. Could compare it to similar situation where I received a written response from a nurse to my questions but answers needed follow up which was possible with Dr Raymond.
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2024
Excellent provider
Reviewed on Sep 2, 2024
Loved my doctor - Dr. Raymond and his staff are the best.
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2024
Getting my initial appointment was a nightmare as I didnt have a primary care Doctor to refer me. Mine had left the practice where I went, and I had to find a new one before I was able to get an appointment. I tried for 3weeks to call the 800 number found online to schedule one.
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2024
The explanation of my problem, and outcomes of procedures were WELL presented and received by me. It was clearly and precisely explained to me. I feel lucky to have found such Doctors. And will highly recommend Taussig to others.
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2024
Dr Raymond was very professional yet assessable. He didn't immediately jump to surgery because he's not sure that it's my best option.
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2024
Felt very comfortable with Dr.Raymond.
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2024
The Dr was very caring, detailed & empathetic. It was very refreshing to have the experience that he truly cared about me & my health Issues as his patient, meeting for the 1st time!
Reviewed on May 24, 2024
It took over a month to get an appointment, which was a month out further. It was extremely frustrating to know I had cancer and the doctor I was trying to see had a whole paper he co-wrote about how treatment more than 50 days after biopsy had worse outcomes, yet my appointment was scheduled for 60+ days from the biopsy that showed I had cancer so obviously surgery would be even later. It was even more frustrating when I was called the night before my appointment to be told that Dr. Raymond was busy and couldn't see me the following day so I had to be rescheduled for ANOTHER month. Fortunately, they "made an exception" and worked me in that week, but it was still frustrating and aggravating on top of an already scary and emotional diagnosis.
Reviewed on May 24, 2024
I really like Dr. Raymond, he is thorough and was eager to answer my whole list of questions. I liked that he was personable but also very knowledgeable about thoracic surgery including being up-to-date on current practices, studies, etc. And he met me at my level instead of talking down to me or something, that was nice. And he shared with me pictures of his dog.
Reviewed on May 17, 2024
What can I say? He's a great doctor. He listened, he was reassuring, he gave good advice, he would consult re mri and follow up
Reviewed on May 3, 2024
Dr Raymond identified other health issues and has put a team together and made referrals for continuing care of issues.
Reviewed on May 1, 2024
Telephone technician was prompt in relaying my symptoms and concerns to Dr. Raymonds office I received a response shortly after with testing schedules and appointment very compassionate and understanding of my concerns
Reviewed on May 1, 2024
Dr. Raymond explained my situation and other issues in full detail showing my husband and I the results on the computer he answered all our questions and concerns He is kind considerate very understanding and compassionate he took his time to make sure all my fears were alleviated