Michael Passero, Jr., MD

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As of 3/26/2018, Dr. Passero, Jr. 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

62 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 5 out of 5
Explains	5
Listens	5
Courtesy, Respect & Concern	5
Knows Medical History	5
Time Spent with Patient	4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor	4.9

6 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2019

Dr. Passero has been taking care of me for many years. He has always been really caring.

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2019

I hadn't had a bi-pap Machine since May & Dr. Passero told me next time to keep calling back because he didn't know I didn't receive one. He was very helpful and I should have a machine before the end of the week.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2018

Dr. Passero is the next best thing to Dr. Ralph White whom I saw for about 20 yrs. until his retirement & he reccommended Dr. Passero to replace him.

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2018

The doctor is very informed about my health enough to make good decisions as to what the next step is and I feel very comfortable with him being a first time patient.

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2018

First time with this referred provider. Excellent ability to relate all information and medical knowledge as appropriate to my condition.

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2018

this is my pulmologist, not my primary care provider & this was a scheduled check up. Dr. Passero is very thorough & I am well pleased under his care

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