Heidi Szugye, DO
Treatment & Services
- Breastfeeding Consultation
- Breastfeeding Medicine
- Newborn Care
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Heidi S. Szugye, DO, IBCLC, FAAP is a staff physician dually board-certified in General Pediatrics and Pediatric Hospital Medicine. She is also an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant and medical director of the Breastfeeding Medicine Clinic and Center. Her mission is to provide comprehensive breastfeeding support to all families in need to help them reach their breastfeeding goals.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2014
Education & Fellowships
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Pediatrics
Cleveland,
OH USA
2014
Medical Education - West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
DO
Lewisburg,
WV USA
2011
Undergraduate - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
2007
Certifications
- Pediatrics
- Pediatric Hospital Medicine
Specialty Interests
Breastfeeding Medicine - Newborn Medicine - Medical trainee education
Awards & Honors
- Pediatric Staff Teacher of the Year Award (2018)
- Cleveland Magazine Best Doctor (2022)
Research & Publications
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55 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
9 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
I'm very glad I made this appointment. Doctor was extremely helpful with my nursing issues and pumping. Cleared up a few of my concerns and helped me get on the right path forward.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023
We love Dr Heidi S.!
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2023
I felt heard and she was extremely patient and understanding. I really appreciated the time Dr. Szugye took to explain things and just talk with me. As a first time mom adjusting to all life's changes and dealing with the weight of the extra emotions she helped me walk out of my appointment mentally in a better place than when I entered. I am very grateful for the care she provided.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
I think she is a phenomenal physician. I felt my concerns were genuinely heard and she was wonderful to my baby.
Reviewed on May 30, 2023
Dr Szugye is a phenomenal physician. She is extremely helpful, listens to all concerns and provides many options for treatment. Would recommend her and her breastfeeding medicine clinic to all new moms.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2023
Dr szugye is one of the best physicians I have worked with. Empathetic, caring, pragmatic and very smart. I feel lucky to have a lactation-focused physician available in network.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2023
She was amazing and very informative. She gave me all the info I needed and told me next steps to get to the bottom of the problem.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023
Dr. Szugye was amazing! She is incredibly thorough and helped us identify that our son has testicular torsion. I feel so lucky to have her on mine and my sons medical team.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2022
Dr Heidi is the best!!! She is very patient and helpful and she really cares about her patients and their families. I trust her more than any other doctor.