Vladimir Vekstein, 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
- Abnormal Stress Test
- Adult General Clinical Cardiology
- Angioplasty
- Cardiovascular Medicine Department
- Coronary Artery Atherectomy
- Coronary Balloon Angioplasty (PTCA)
- Coronary Intervention
- General Cardiology
- Regional Heart and Vascular
- Stents
- Stress Testing
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Angina
- Aorta Disease
- Aortic Aneurysms
- Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Regurgitation
- Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Congenital Valve Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Attack
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Palpitations
- Heart Related Illnesses
- Heart Valve Disease
- High Cholesterol
- Hypertension - High Blood Pressure
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Myocardial Ischemia
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Restenosis
- Rheumatic Heart Disease
- Stent Restenosis
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View All PlansAbout Vladimir Vekstein, MD
Vladimir Vekstein, MD, is a staff physician in the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. He practices at Hillcrest Medical Building and Hillcrest Hospital, where he is Director of the cardiac catheterization laboratory. He is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular diseases and interventional cardiology. Dr. Vekstein was appointed to the Hillcrest medical staff in 2000. Prior to that, he was director of the Coronary Care Unit at University Hospitals of Cleveland and Director of the Coronary Care Unit at The Mt. Sinai Medical Center from 1990 to 1997. He also was an assistant professor of medicine at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine for 10 years, 1990 to 2000. Dr. Vekstein earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY. He completed his residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in cardiology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, Mass. During his cardiology fellowship he simultaneously completed a subspecialty fellowship in percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty. After completing his postdoctoral training, Dr. Vekstein was an attending physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He held this position until relocating to Cleveland in 1990. Dr. Vekstein is the author of a number of papers, abstracts and reviews in leading cardiac journals, including Circulation, the New England Journal of Medicine and Journal of the American College of Cardiology. He has been a co-investigator on six studies related to heart attack and unstable angina and a co-principal investigator on a study of medications to treat acute heart attack. In 2008, 2009 and 2010 Dr. Vekstein was named to the Best Physicians in Northeast Ohio list.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2011
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Brigham & Women's Hospital
Cardiology
Boston,
MA USA
1990
Residency - Brigham & Women's Hospital
Internal Medicine
Boston,
MA USA
1987
Medical Education - New York University School of Medicine
New York,
NY USA
1984
Undergraduate - Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University Rhode Island Hospital
Providence,
RI USA
1980
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
Specialty Interests
Coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, coronary stents, congestive heart failure, valvular heart disease, hypertension and hyperlipidemia
Research & Publications
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369 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
53 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Aug 20, 2020
for some reason they had me on the schedule for a phone visit-I had an in-person appointment. They did accommodate the visit after 45 min. and I was able to see Dr Vekstein.
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2020
Dr Vekstein was very professional, kind, and calming to me.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2020
Double " D " a very good doctor.Have faith & confidence in him.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2020
I do recommend Dr. V. Veckstein,because he's a very good doctor.
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2020
Dr Vekstein has always been a kind, polite, respectful person. I appreciate being treated with dignity as he listens to my responses, and answers my questions. Visiting this office is a positive, non-scary experience.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2020
I always have a positive experience when I visit Dr. Vekstein.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2020
Dr. Vekstein is the best.
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2020
Dr. took the time to listen to me, and what I had to say. He responded on my level, talking to me, and not at me, witch I appreciated.
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2020
Dr. was informative and I had all my questions answered.
Reviewed on Jul 6, 2020
i appreciate your professional handling of your patients. Hillcrest is an exemplary medical facility. Dr. Mark Botham is the greatest. Dr. V is on his game. Dr. Fred Harris is quite thorough.
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2020
I had a good sesion with the doctor and the nerses, and the billing person!
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2020
Everyone involved with setting up my doctor appointment were great.
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2020
I am very happy to have Dr. Veckstein as my cardiologist.
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2020
I'm very happy with the staff and doctors at the Cleveland Clinic.
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2020
very easy, great doctor to talk with
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2020
Dr.Vekstein has been my Dr. since 1999. I think he is a great Dr. & I respect him in his profession.
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2020
I needed to see Dr. Vekstein before my next appt. & I used My Chart to email him, & within the hour I received a call to come in earlier.
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2020
Dr. Vekstein made me feel important and he made it very easy to get to him. I was extremely pleased with his care and professionalism. Couldn't have asked for a better Doctor or time spent with my Doctor.
Reviewed on May 28, 2020
Have always been pretty satisfied in Dr Veckstein's care and concern with my husband. He was absolutely on top of getting Bill in for immediate heart surgery before he encountered a heart attack! Got us the very best surgeon ! So thankful for that!
Reviewed on May 27, 2020
The connection to Dr. Vekstein went smoothly.We had a meaningful conversation about how I am feeling. Meds were called into the pharmacy whereI pick-up. I feel lucky to be under Dr. Veksteins care.
Reviewed on May 27, 2020
Dr. Vekstein is skilled, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. He always lets me know that if I have any questions or concerns to please call him.
Reviewed on May 27, 2020
I know that if an in-office appointment is needed it is available. Dr. Vekstein is not only a"specialist ", he is special.
Reviewed on May 21, 2020
Dr. Veckstein continues to be unhurried and personable in his time with me....asks routine questions, listens to responses, adapts to current situation concerning stressors, social distancing, etc
Reviewed on May 21, 2020
No contact with other staff besides physician...this was a 6 month check-in appointment after 10+ years post-procedure so pretty routine....in some ways simpler since check-in took place several days ahead on line so there was no waiting in the office, no drive time etc
Reviewed on May 18, 2020
Dr V has been excellent in my care and am honored to be his patient!
Reviewed on May 14, 2020
the visit was pin pointed to exactly what needed discussed. was completely satisfied with my doctor. All of the people working with my doctor are fantastic! Nurse Toni is awesome!!
Reviewed on May 13, 2020
our visit was short and sweet and to the point. good to see Dr V
Reviewed on May 11, 2020
My MD interaction was very good as always
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2020
I would always recommend Dr. Vekstein to anyone in need of an excellent cardiologist
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2020
Dr Vekstein is a positive credit to the CC
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2020
This was my first appointment with Dr. Vekstein and I look forward to meeting him in person. He was very professional and pleasant throughout our conversation and eased my concerns.
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2020
Dr. V is a great person and a highly competent provider. I am fortunate to be able to receive care from someone like him.
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2020
Care provider was very professional, knew what he was looking for. I'm a long time patient of Dr Veckstein and respect him highly. I would like to spend more time with him in my appointment
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2020
Everyone was pleasant and I did not have to wait long to see the doctor
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2020
Always have positive comments regarding Dr Vekstein's office. It's never disappointing.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2020
Dr Vekstein is always sure I understand his recommendations and directions.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2020
Dr Veckstein is very professional and provided me excellent healthcare.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2020
again I want to Express my thanx to all involved with my heart cath,not to forget those in the OR, a dedicated staff,they were wonderful as well as dr eckstein c clinic should be very proud of this entire staff my heartfelt Thank You to everyone.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2020
Dr. Vekstein has been an outstanding caregiver
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2020
Dr Vekstein listens very well.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2020
very good doctor
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2020
great experience with Dr.Vekstein
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2019
Karen, my nurse was excellent. everyone in the cardiac Cath lab was excellent. Dr. veckstein made me so comfortable....very efficient...great cardiologist.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2019
Dr Bekstein is THE best and has the BEST team of nurses
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2019
Dr. Vekstein is one of the best doctors I have ever encountered. His approach is good and he describes the condition and possible treatments very well.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2019
Dr. Vekstein is the consummate professional. Very courteous, thorough and (not incidentally) saved my life.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2019
I am very comfortable in the doctor's care.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2019
Recently had my wife switch to Dr. Vekstein.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2019
Dr Veckstein is always kind and caring. He listened well. Asked good questions. He is always prepared with my labs or test results
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2019
Really, a great doctor and a great staff.
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2019
Doctor is excellent. Doctor's staff was very courteous.
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2019
Dr. Vekstein was kind, professional, and very easy to talk to. He suggested a nuclear stress test and the staff was able to schedule it for me by the end of the week. Very pleased, especially being a new patient!
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2019
I felt rushed. Felt like my symptoms were being brushed off as not important. he gave a quick recommendation of a medication change then ran out the door with no opportunity for questions. I'm not yet sure of what I will do but actually considered changing providers.