Humberto Choi, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6503
- Desk:
- 216.444.4875
- Fax:
- 216.636.6329
Additional Locations
Critical Care Medicine
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6503
- Desk:
- 216.444.4875
- Fax:
- 216.636.6329
Critical Care Medicine
Hillcrest Hospital
6770 Mayfield Road
Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6503
- Desk:
- 216.444.4875
- Fax:
- 216.636.6329
Treatment & Services
- Advanced Diagnostic Bronchoscopy
- Cancer Center
- Lung Cancer
- Smoking Cessation
- Ultrasound-guided Procedures
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- Asthma
- Carcinoid Syndrome
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Emphysema
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Nodules
- Malignant Mesothelioma
- Pleural Effusion
- Sepsis
- Thoracic Cancer
- Thymoma
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View All PlansAbout Humberto Choi, MD
Humberto Choi, MD is a pulmonologist specialized in thoracic oncology and a medical intensivist. He is trained in advanced bronchoscopy, ultrasound guided chest procedures, and ultrasound guided vascular procedures. He is actively involved in the training of internal medicine residents, and pulmonary and critical care fellows. In addition, he is involved in the education of global health medicine of medical students from Lerner College of Medicine and Case Western Reserve University. His clinical interests include lung nodules, lung cancer, pleural diseases, COPD, advanced bronchoscopy, sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2013
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
2013
Residency - John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital
Internal Medicine
Chicago,
IL USA
2010
Medical Education - Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul
M.D.
Porto Alegre, RS,
Brazil
2003
Professional Highlights
- Dr Choi is an Assistant Professor of Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University.
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease
- Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine
Specialty Interests
lung cancer, lung nodules, advanced diagnostic bronchoscopy, pleural diseases, sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
Memberships
- American Thoracic Society
- American College of Chest Physicians
- International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer
Research & Publications
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As of 2/2/2021, Dr. Choi 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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78 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 | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
26 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 17, 2021
Dr. choi did an excellent job of explaining what was happening and going thru scans and x-rays.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2021
Dr Choi is superb.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2021
Great communications in all areas! Dr. Choi wonderful and understanding doctor.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2021
Experience with Doctor was rewarding
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2021
dr. Choi was very responsive, giving me plenty of time to report my history. He was so skilled at reading my CT scan and finding issues I was not aware of.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2021
Dr Choi was very professional but also knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2021
Dr Choi showed he really cared about my problem .
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2020
so far, I have had only excellent experiences with Dr. Humberto Choi
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2020
He is the gold standard for physicians at the Cleveland clinic.
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2020
the Dr. was wonderful & did not rush through anything
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2020
excellent care from Doctor
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2020
I was very impressed with Dr. Choi. His thoroughness in explaining things was outstanding, and he was very patient answering questions. I would highly recommend him to others.
Reviewed on Sep 2, 2020
Very caring doctor that explained all options. Was not hurried but took the time to explain my concerns. highly recommend Dr. Choi
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2020
Dr was very understanding regarding my health concerns. He took his time explaining my options for treatments.
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2020
I was extremely pleased with Dr Choi and how he conducted the whole session Dr Choi went out of his way to explain my condition and his diagnoses was clear and concise I appreciate his explanation of the ctscan I very satisfied with the whole experience thank you
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2020
Dr Choi was more than thorough.
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2020
Dr Choi went out of his way to make me feel comfortable with the video method & making sure it was working correctly.
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2020
On dr Choi's part it was very good. He was extremely helpful setting things up since we are not computer literate.
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2020
Dr Choi spent the time going over all the scans spoke up so my father could hear him . ordered tests he needed right away and explained everything and made us very comfortable with making decisions.
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2020
we are very happy we made the decision to see Dr Choi
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2020
Dr. Choi really listens, discusses situations, asks questions. take all the time needed. He makes sure I understand and I am comfortable with decisions.
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2020
we had the visit setup done ahead of time & the test worked. when starting the visit, it required more setup information. the rest of the visit went well. i could see & hear Dr. Choi very well. Dr. Choi is always very thorough, takes time for questions and concerns, and makes sure we both understand all aspects of the visit. thank you!
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2020
Dr. Choi is so patient, kind and compassionate
Reviewed on May 29, 2020
Dr. Choi is always very thorough with his explanations. The fact that he went as far back as he could into my medical history to try and gather more information on my condition amazed me. No other Dr has ever done that for me.
Reviewed on May 21, 2020
Very good experience with Dr. Choi
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2020
Dr Choi is amazing!! I cannot say enough good things. The best doctor I have ever seen. His care and expertise in dealing with the issue, but also his bedside manner was the best. He treated me with such concern, took his time, answered all my questions and eased my fears. I have complete trust in Dr. Humberto Choi. The Cleveland Clinic is blessed to have him!!!