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Department Subspecialty Care for Women's Health
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English, Spanish
Surgeon Yes
Locations Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Cancer Center
  • Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
  • Robotic Gynecologic Cancer Surgery
  • Section of Gynecologic Oncology
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Procedures
View all 5 Treatment & Services +

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Cervical Cancer
  • Endometrial Cancer
  • Gestational Trophoblastic Disease
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Rare Cancer and Blood Disease Program
  • Uterine Sarcoma
  • Vaginal Cancer
  • Vulvar Cancer
View all 8 Specialties +
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Biography

About Roberto Vargas, MD

Dr. Vargas specializes in the surgical and chemotherapy management of women with gynecologic cancers including: ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, cervical cancer, vaginal cancer, vulvar cancer, and gestational trophoblastic disease. His interests include minimally invasive surgery with both the robotic-assisted and laparoscopic platforms, heated intra-peritoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), sentinel lymph node mapping, rare tumors and uterine cancers.

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2018

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Gynecologic Oncology
Cleveland, OH USA
2018

Residency - Brigham & Women's Hospital
Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency
Boston, MA USA
2015

Medical Education - Pennsylvania State University
Hershey, PA USA
2011

Undergraduate - Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA USA
2006

Certifications

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Gynecologic Oncology

Specialty Interests

Endometrial cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, vulvar cancer, vaginal cancer, gestational trophoblastic disease, minimally invasive surgery, sentinel lymph node mapping, robotic surgery, HIPEC

Awards & Honors

  • CREOG Teaching Award
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

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As of 2/15/2023, Dr. Vargas 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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Patient Satisfaction Reviews

108 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
4.9 out of 5
Explains 5
Listens 4.1
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 5

36 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2023

Dr Vargas is wonderful!! I followed him from Akron and come to Main Campus just for him. He is an excellent physician !!!

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2023

I really like Dr Vargas he's a very caring doctor plus he makes me laugh and makes me feel very comfortable

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2023

I'm in a high risk group and Dr. Vargas always makes me feel like he is up-to-date and engaged with my care. He sees a lot of patients and it's wonderful to be remembered.

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2023

Dr Vargas was very patient, concerning with me. He took all the time I needed to my certain decisions and helped my understand my procedure.

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2023

Dr Vargas is so kind and compassionate and knows exactly what to say to put your mind at ease. He's the best

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2023

Dr Vargas and his team were very professional and very caring.

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023

An amazing experience, doctor explained everything very clearly, showed everything on US pictures, explained all the options, and their pros and cons, was very caring and supportiveThe best doctor ever!!!

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023

Great Doctor and explained everything about my condition.

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2023

Dr. Roberto Vargas was very kind, professional, compassionate, educated and truly cared. He is wonderful!!

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2023

Dr Vargas is wonderful in person or online

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2023

A very caring physician and office staff. Dr Vargas listens and gives all possible options and explains very clearly

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2023

Dr Vargas and Danielle are always respectful and take the time for me..

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2023

Dr. Vargas is exceptional! He was very kind, understanding, informative, and gave excellent explanations.

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2023

I have been a patient of Dr Vargas and Danielle for almost 4 years. They have always given me outstanding care. I would highly recommend them

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2023

One of the most compassionate knowledgeable physician we have ever mey

Reviewed on May 26, 2023

The Best Doctor

Reviewed on May 26, 2023

Good, Vargas is the Best Doctor, my respect

Reviewed on May 15, 2023

Dr Vargas is outstanding.

Reviewed on May 15, 2023

Better communication is needed when there are delays in seeing patients.Waiting 1 1/2 hours to be seen by the doctor without communication on the delay is unacceptable.

Reviewed on May 8, 2023

I have recommended Dr. Vargas to other women going through cancer. He is compassionate, thorough, a medical genius and always involves me in the treatment process.

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023

Dr. Vargas and Danielle are the BEST!!!!

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023

Dr Vargus is outstanding. He is the best doctor that I have ever had. He truly cares about his patients, and I wouldn't be alive without him. I am forever grateful! He is fantastic.

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023

Dr Vargus is fantastic!

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023

Dr.Vargas is wonderful. He always listens and answers all my questions and concerns.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2023

I'm so happy, relieved, and thankful that I came to see Dr Vargas. I was sick two weeks prior to seeing him because of a second surgery. Dr Vargas explained in detail everything and he made me feel that I'm in good hands with him as my Doctor. Thank you to Dr Vargas and his staff.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2023

I am always treated with kindness and honesty when dealing with Dr. Vargas's office.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2023

I have been seeing Dr Vargas and Danielle since September of 2019. They have been a godsend to me and my family. My diagnosis of stage 4 endometrial cancer was devastating but the care I have received has been outstanding. Dr Vargas has always been reassuring and comforting without making false promises

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2023

I have the highest respect and gratitude for Dr Vargas and his staff.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2023

Dr Vargas is WONDERFUL! I could not ask for a better doctor.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2023

Dr vargas and the pa were both very polite and caring.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2023

Dr. Vargas has the best communication skills of any physician I've ever encountered. I feel very confident that he will take excellent care of me!

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023

Dr Vargas continues to listen and involve his patients in their health plan.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2023

I have and will continue to recommend Dr Vargas

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023

Dr Vargas and his PA both saw me. They are a winning team and , along with Dr. Weiquan Lu, I credit them with saving my life.

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023

Dr Vargas was kind , compassionate and an incredible surgeon. He and his entire team including Danielle his nurse practitioner,his office nurses and schedulers and his Resident Dr. Baird were all top notch and gave me world class care. Dr Vargas and staff made sure I knew what to expect and were even able to move my scheduled surgery appointment up by a week at my request.

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2023

Dr. Vargas is a wonderful Doctor Who explains everything thoroughly and is very kind as well as his staff

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