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
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 Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
- High Cholesterol
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Myocardial Ischemia
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Restenosis
- Rheumatic Heart Disease
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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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451 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall | Star Ratings | |
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Explains | 4.8 | |
Listens | 5 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
47 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Nov 2, 2023
Dr. Vekstein shows the utmost respect and concern for his patients, namely, myself! I have recommended him to others over the past 10 years!
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2023
Very attentive doctor.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2023
Dr Vekstein is in a word, outstanding. I cannot say enough nice things about him.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2023
I am evaluating my recent visit with Dr. Veckstien. He was extremely pleasant and informative. I was very comfortable while he did his testing and are casual medical conversations. I would highly recommend him to my friends.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2023
Dr. V. Veckstein is the BEST ! ! !
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2023
I love my doctor and the staff
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2023
I have recommended Dr Vekstein to many friends in need of a cardiologist. He takes his time and is very caring.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2023
Excellent!! I appreciate Dr. Vexstein and staff
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2023
Dr Vekstein saved my life 8 yrs ago. I have recommended him to many people I know and will continue to do so!
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2023
Dr Vekstein and his entire staff were excellent and very empathetic with my new diagnosis.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
I am very satisfied with Dr Vekstein.
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2023
Dr Vekstein is always helpful and thorough and easy to talk to
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2023
The doctor listened attentively and answered all my questions. Professional and friendly.
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2023
Will recommend this doctor.
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2023
Dr .Vekstein had reviewed my recent labs before seeing me and answered questions about a medication my PCP had recommended adding to my regime
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2023
Doc V is an outstanding cardiologist ... And my Doc since 2010 ... Couldn't ask for anyone better ...
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2023
RELATING TO DR. VEKSTEIN - HE TRULY IS THE BEST
Reviewed on May 24, 2023
Excellent doctor answers all questions friendly and very professional.
Reviewed on May 24, 2023
Cleveland clinic has saved my life doctors and great nurse in ICU are the absolute best. In fact would love to thank the angel who made me a hug pillow and escorted me to the recovery room stabilized and on the mend.
Reviewed on May 22, 2023
I feel very confident in the care I receive from Dr. Vekstein.
Reviewed on May 18, 2023
Dr Vekstein listened to my problem & offered a possible solution & referral. I am very grateful for his understanding & clear explanation of my options. Thank you Dr Vekstein.
Reviewed on May 1, 2023
Dr Vekstein has outstanding bedside manner! Never rushes, allowing discussion on any concerns I have about my health.
Reviewed on May 1, 2023
Easy to do business with Dr. Vekstein's ofice.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023
Dr. Vekstein is fabulous! He is incredibly smart, thorough and patient.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023
Excellent Doctor ! ! !
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023
First doctor I've seen in 5 years that knew all about me and was on target with my needs.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023
Dr. Vikstein is a wonderful , caring and knowledgeable doctor . I'm very happy being in his care.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023
Doctors and staff at Cleveland Clinic are compassionate and wonderful.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023
Doctor V is awesome
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023
Have recommended Dr. Vekstein to others and everyone loves him. He is kind caring and compassionate. Takes his tone with you and explains so it's understandable.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2023
Dr Vekstein always listens and helps. I appreciate that he is my cardiologist.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2023
I's recommend Dr. Vekstein to anyone in need of a cardiologist, with hesitation.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2023
Short wait period after I arrived. The doctor answers questions in an understandable manner.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
Dr Vekstein a d his staff are very compassionate people who listen and truly care
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2023
Terrific Physician!
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2023
I've been with this doctor for many years and I have alway gotten excellent care and his concern. I always feel very uplifted after my visits.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2023
Dr. Vekstein is excellent! I trust him enormously!
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2023
Excellent doctor
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2023
Dr Vekstein is the Best!!
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2023
Dr Vekstein is a quality human being as well as a gifted physician
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023
A very caring doctor
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2023
I was treated very good by everyone.The receptionist the nurses and Dr Veckstein all were very nice and professional.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
Dr. Vekstein and his staff are wonderful in every way!
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2023
Would of liked a better interpretation of the test results by him. I had tests done a year earlier by Dr Vekstien but had to get others at his office to explain the results. He made bo effort to contact me.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2023
Dr took time to listen to my questions.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2022
I love the staff at Dr Vekstein's office always feels comfortable
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2022
Dr. Vekstein is very pleasant and helpful concerning my health issues