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
- Chest Surgery
- Claggetts Window
- Complex Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Decortication
- Diaphragm Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Esophageal Surgery
- Esophagectomy
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Hernia Open Repair Surgery
- High Risk Reoperation Surgery
- Lobectomy, VATS Lobectomy
- Lung Biopsy
- Lung Cancer Surgery
- Lung Lesion Surgery
- Lung Surgery
- Mediastinal Biopsy Surgery
- Mediastinal Masses Surgery
- Mediastinal surgery
- Mediastinum Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgeries
- Nodulectomy
- Pectus Excavatum Repair
- Pericardial Window
- Pericardium Surgery
- Pleurectomy
- Pneumonectomy
- Removal of Part or Whole Lung
- Robotically Assisted Thymectomy
- Sleeve Lobectomy
- Surgical Biopsy of Thoracic Lymph Nodes
- Surgical Treatment of Lung Nodules
- Thoracentesis
- Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Section
- Thoracic Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery Department
- 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
- Diaphragm 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
- Lungs
- Malignant Mesothelioma
- 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
- Swallowing Disorders
- 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 USA
2006
Residency - University of Virginia Health Sciences Center
General Surgery
Charlottesville,
VA USA
2004
Medical Education - SUNY Upstate Medical University
Syracuse,
NY USA
1997
Undergraduate - University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia,
PA USA
1992
Fellowship - Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia,
PA USA
Medical Education - SUNY Upstate Medical Center
Syracuse,
NY USA
Residency - University of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA USA
Certifications
- Surgery
- Thoracic & 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. Minimally invasive thoracic surgery, Lung surgery, lung cancer, lung nodules, mediastinal surgery, chest wall surgery, esophageal surgery, surgical infectious disease
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 3/2/2020, Dr. Raymond has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. 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.
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180 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 | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
29 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Aug 28, 2020
excellent doctor & staff
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2020
dr was very informative & gave me a lot of time & explanation
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2020
Dr. Raymond is the finest and most caring surgeon I've encountered
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2020
Dr Raymond is awesome
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2020
Great Doctor and Team!
Reviewed on Jul 24, 2020
We learned more about Steve's condition in the time Dr. Raymond spent with us than we had known and understood prior.
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2020
Dr Raymond is excellent, very patient and reassuring. he addressed all of my questions and concerns.
Reviewed on May 29, 2020
Dr. Raymond is the BEST. Makes me feel really comfortable & at ease at every visit. My brother also had Dr. Raymond & was sad to have had to change cause of insurance. He also said he is the BEST
Reviewed on May 29, 2020
Dr. Raymond is Excellent, I'm keeping him
Reviewed on May 22, 2020
Dr Raymond did not have all the answers to my unusual questions but he was very good at explaining what he could or telling me he didn't know. I appreciated his honesty and ability to help me understand, to teach me the steps taken in my case
Reviewed on May 22, 2020
I actually prefer the video visit . The doctor took ample time and focused only on me, listening to my concerns and answering my questions.
Reviewed on May 22, 2020
I always feel comfortable with Dr. Raymond.
Reviewed on May 6, 2020
Dr. Raymond was very direct to my case. In which I appreciate his direct approach to my situation. He explained everything and answered all of my questions I asked.
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2020
Dr Raymond is caring, compassionate and answers all your concerns.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2020
excellent virtual visit experience, Dr Raymond was very helpful, as always
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2020
One of the best doctors with whom I've ever been treated!
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2020
Wouldn't hesitate to recommend Dr. Raymond, as well as The Cleveland Clinic, to anyone.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2020
Dr. Raymond is excellent in all respects
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2020
I have never felt trust with any Dr until my experience with this team at Cleveland Clinic
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2020
Excellent as always! I wish other healthcare providers would be as good.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2020
Wish all Doctors were as competent.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2019
I respect his honesty, manner and professionalism. I've seen many doctors for my condition. Dr Raymond did his homework, reviewed all my notes and discs and I would totally recommend him. he's amazing!!!
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2019
Dr Raymond is that best doctor!!! He truly cares about his patients
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2019
I was very pleased with Dr. Raymond and his staff
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2019
Dr Raymond is a rock star in my opinion. He makes you feel like you are the most important person in the world. He always calms your fears and is genuinely concerned for you!
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2019
Dr. Raymond is the best doctor I have ever had the pleasure of being associated with. I am so very impressed with his service. Without him I would not be alive today. He is awesome!
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2019
Dr. Raymond is the best. (informative,extremely competent,friendly, compassionate)
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2019
Dr Raymond put mine and my wifes mind at ease...
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2019
I've been to the Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins and a few University hospitals and Dr. Raymond and the Cleveland Clinic as a whole has been the best experience I have ever had. Dr. Raymond provided detailed explanations and walked me through all steps of my condition and treatment options, and I left understanding the issue better than I ever have before. Where other doctors have just shrugged and said they didn't know what to do, Dr. Raymond took my CT scan to use as a test case to develop a surgery that doesn't yet exist. I would never go to any other hospital for any complex or serious condition other than Cleveland Clinic from here on out.