L. Leonardo Rodriguez, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6697
- Desk:
- 216.445.2149
- Fax:
- 216.445.6150
Additional Locations
Diagnostic Radiology
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6697
- Desk:
- 216.444.6805
- Fax:
- 216.445.6150
Diagnostic Radiology
Euclid Hospital
18901 Lakeshore Blvd
Euclid, OH 44119
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6697
- Desk:
- 216.444.6805
- Fax:
- 216.445.6150
Diagnostic Radiology
Marymount Hospital
12300 McCracken Road
Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6697
- Desk:
- 216.444.6805
- Fax:
- 216.445.6150
Treatment & Services
- Aorta Center
- Cardiovascular Imaging
- Cardiovascular Imaging Section
- Cardiovascular Medicine Department
- General Cardiology
- Heart Imaging
- Non-Invasive Diagnostic Testing
- Pericardial Diseases Center
- Stress Testing
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Amyloidosis
- Aneurysms
- Angina
- Aorta Disease
- Aortic Aneurysms
- Aortic Occlusion (blockage)
- Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Stenosis
- Atrial Septal Defects
- Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Congenital Valve Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
- Endocarditis
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Related Illnesses
- Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Infections
- High Cholesterol
- Hypertension - High Blood Pressure
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Marfan Syndrome
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Myxomas
- Pericardial Cyst
- Pericardial Disease
- Pericardial Effusion
- Pericarditis
- Pulmonary Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Heart Disease
- Tricuspid Valve Disease
Insurance
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Specialty/Clinical interests: Heart valve disease, endocarditis, pericardial disease, thoracic aortic aneurysm, cardiovascular imaging, echocardiogram, cardiac CT.
Number of Procedures Performed: Dr. Rodriguez performs more than 3,000 imaging procedures per year.
Success Rates: Cleveland Clinic has been ranked the #1 hospital for cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News & World Report since 1994. Success rates for specific procedures are available at: http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/about-heart-vascular-institute/treatment-outcomes.aspx
Education and Training: Dr. Rodriguez graduated from the Universidad de Los Andes in Venezuela, and completed his residency at University Hospital in Merida, Venezuela. He completed fellowships at University Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital at Harvard Medical School, Boston, and Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio.
Research and Publications: Dr. Rodriguez has authored and co-authored numerous articles for leading scientific journals, including Circulation, the Journal of the American College of Cardiology and JASE.
About Dr. Rodriguez: “I enjoy my field because it is challenging and I have the opportunity to put into practice my clinical and imaging expertise to benefit my patients”
Leisure time activities: In his spare time, Dr. Rodriguez enjoys spending time with his family, reading and traveling.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1996
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Advanced Cardiac Imaging
Cleveland,
OH USA
1995
Fellowship - Massachusetts General Hospital
Research Fellow
Boston,
MA USA
1990
Residency - Hospital Universidad de Los Andes
Medicine
Venezuela,
1984
Medical School - Universidad de Los Andes-Facultad de Medicina
MD
Merida,
Venezuela
1979
Specialty Interests
Heart Valve Disease, Endocarditis, Pericardial Disease, Pericarditis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cardiovascular Imaging, Echocardiogram
Innovations & Patents
- Participated in the first cases of percutaneous mitral valve repair
Research & Publications
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As of 4/17/2018, Dr. Rodriguez 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. Rodriguez receives fees of $5,000 or more per year as a paid consultant, speaker or member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Edwards Lifesciences LLC
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.
211 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 | 5 | |
| Knows Medical History | 4.9 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
19 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Nov 26, 2018
the physician seemed very rushed during our appointment. It was disappointing because the diagnosis we were seeing him for was very concerning to us but we felt rushed and like our questions were being brushed off. We flew from out of state to see this provider because Cleveland it rate number 1 in the country for cardiovascular issues but were disappointed when we got there and were being rushed out the door.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2018
Because my health issues seemed to Dr. Rodriguez and his Fellow, Dr. Meredith, to be more the results of lung issues, I was referred to the pulmonology dept. the following day.
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2018
Dr. L. Leonardo Rodriguez was incredible, knowledgeable and seemingly wanting to make the patient understand. Not only was he there to answer every question (stupid or relevant), what was especially nice was he took the time to show me (the echo cardiogram images) of where the problem was so I could have a strong visual image that something needed to be done. He talked with us at the end of the day when everything had been delayed for hours and he was as calm and as patient as anyone could want.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2018
I absolutely love Dr. Rodriguez. He explains everything very clearly and seems to genuinely care.
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2018
For my first appointment with a cardiologist, Dr. Rodriguez was assigned to me. But I'm very pleased with him after our initial visit.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2018
I'm very fortunate, to be alive, because of the Cleveland Clinic and Doctor Rodrigues and wonderful staff! Thank You
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2018
Dr. Rodriguez has always taken excellent care of me for the last 21 years.
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2018
Provider very good
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2018
the doctor was very compassionate - I have never hugged a Doctor until Dr. Rodriquez
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2018
I greatly appreciated the kindness, concern, and precision shown by Dr Rodriguez at my visit.
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2018
Natasha scheduled my appointments over the phone; she provides exceptional service. Raquel (msp?) at Dr. Rodriguez's office (front desk) is very diligent and helpful. She helped assist me with getting a CT scan through Cleveland Clinic's radiology department before I left for home (I live in the Chicago area).
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2018
Two of the front desk radiology department team members did not seem to know how to "fix" my issue with my insurance denial of the CT scan (denied because Cleveland Clinic forgot to provide the ordering physician's name). I had to call my insurance company, and finally Mark (?), a supervisor, seemed to get involved but then because I didn't know where he went, I went to Dr. Rodriguez's office and worked with Racquel (msp?) to put another CT scan order in STET to my insurance (who said that they would approve it). Not sure where the breakdown in communication was . . . I believe it was the scheduler who scheduled my CT scan and did not process the signed physician order properly. All in all, it worked out - thanks to Racquel who I believe talked to Mark (supervisor in Radiology department).
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2018
I loved Dr Rodriguez and will see him again. his assistants are wonderful too
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2018
Nurses as well as Dr. Rodriguez were efficient, friendly and courteous.
Reviewed on May 21, 2018
Dr Rodriguez is one of the best, if not the best, cardiologist in the Clinic. We and Dr Rodriguez have a fantastic relationship.
Reviewed on May 10, 2018
DR LL Rodriguez is an outstanding Dr. The Clinic is fortunate to have him. He has treated me for 16 years & I am thankful for his guidance & help in keeping me alive & this opportunity to praise him..
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2018
Dr Rodriguez has a great 'bed side ' manner, I feel very confident in his care and with his experience
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2018
would like,more,information on results of tests
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2018
Had a good and thorough conversation with the provider and his assistant about my medical condition. I am very satisfied with that outcome. Follow-up and future is less clear, as they cannot predict the rate at which my condition may decline.