Ravisankar Bolla, MD
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Cardiovascular Medicine
Lutheran Hospital
1730 W. 25th Street
Cleveland, OH 44113
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- Appointment:
- 440.333.8600
- Desk:
- 440.333.8600
- Fax:
- 440.333.5015
Treatment & Services
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Cardiovascular Medicine Department
- Coronary Artery Stenting
- Coronary Balloon Angioplasty (PTCA)
- Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE)
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View All PlansAbout Ravisankar Bolla, MD
Ravisanker Reddy Bolla, MD, is a cardiologist in the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. He sees patients in his office at Westside Cardiology in Fairview Park and at Lutheran Hospital, Cleveland.
Specialty Interests: Coronary interventions, including angioplasty, cardiac catheterization and stenting; nuclear cardiology; transesophageal echocardiography (TEE); cardiovascular disease
Number of Patients Treated: The Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute annually performs more than 8,000 cardiac catheterizations for diagnosing heart disease and more than 1,600 nonsurgical interventions for heart disease. Dr. Bolla has performed thousands of catheterizations and coronary interventions during his 25 years in practice.
Success Rates: Cleveland Clinic has been rated the top heart center in the United States by U.S. News & World Report for more than 20 consecutive years, drawing patients from across the country and around the world. To learn about patient outcomes for specific conditions and procedures, go to
http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/about-heart-vascular-institute/treatment-outcomes.aspx.
Education and Training: Dr. Bolla earned his medical degree from Guntur Medical College, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. After completing an internship at Government General Hospital in Guntur, he served for two years as a medical officer with the Ministry of Health in Jamaica, West Indies. After relocating to the United States, Dr. Bolla completed a residency at Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, Ohio, followed by fellowships in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, also at Wright State. Dr. Bolla has been in practice since 1992 and joined the Cleveland Clinic staff in 2016.
About Dr. Bolla: “I enjoy interventional cardiology for the challenges it presents. Cardiology is the most interesting of all fields, and I find it gratifying and fulfilling when I can make a positive impact on a patient’s life.”
Leisure Activities: In warm weather Dr. Bolla often can be found cheering on the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field or taking on the challenges of golf. Year-round, he enjoys cooking.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2016
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Wright State Univ. School of Med.
Cardiology
Dayton,
OH USA
1992
Residency - Wright State Univ. School of Med.
Internal Medicine
Dayton,
OH USA
1989
Residency - Wright State Univ. School of Med.
Internal Medicine
Dayton,
OH USA
1987
Medical Education - Guntur Medical College
India
1981
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
- Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology
Specialty Interests
Coronary interventions, including angioplasty, cardiac catheterization and stenting; nuclear cardiology; transesophageal echocardiography (TEE); cardiovascular disease
Research & Publications
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329 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Explains | 4.9 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
40 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
Dr.Bolla is one of the best heart doctors you have.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
Dr. Bolla has been my cardiologist for over 10 years and has provided wonderful professional care.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2022
Last Week was an excellent experience Dr. Bolal's concern, explaining the upcoming process and making decision .
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2022
Dr Bola has been my cardiologist since 2004..I am very pleased with his care
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2022
Dr. Bolla always takes the time to explain things and always answers any questions I have. I never feel rushed and always feel cared for and important!
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2022
Dr. Bolla and staff has always provided excellent service. Doctor and staff professional, courteous and compassionate.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2022
Getting access to Dr Bolla for several years has been exceptional
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2022
I don't know Dr. hairs that well but she seemed very nice and caring about her patients
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2022
Great doctor
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2022
I have recommended Dr. Bolla to several people
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2022
Dr. Bolla is always excellent
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2022
A good friend uses Dr. Bolla. I did not have any problems or concerns. Thanked the Doctor for having prescribed some excellent meds the year before, which seemed very helpful
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2022
Dr. Bolla has a great presents of concern and care for his patients benefit.
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2022
Doctor is extremely informative and focused on patient. Staff are personable and friendly.
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2022
Dr. Bolla is very thorough and explains everything in a kind, caring manner.
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2022
Dr Bola is outstanding
Reviewed on Aug 18, 2022
Excellent doctor
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2022
I would highly recommend Dr Bolla to anyone. He is so caring and a wonderful heart doctor.
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022
The best experience with my doctor and the nurse, as well as the receptionist
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2022
Always displays professional and patient friendly service Dr Bolla
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2022
Dr. Bolla is a great doctor.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2022
Dr Bolla is excellent
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2022
Excellent service by both staff and doctors.
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2022
Dr Bolla sincerely cares about the health and well-being of his patients and listens closely to my questions and concerns.
Reviewed on May 27, 2022
I Had no issues with the staff at the time of my appointment which was just a checkup, my care provider was very kind and I was very pleased.
Reviewed on May 18, 2022
Dr. Bolla felt that my blood pressure was being elevated by a medication I was taking and discontinued it.
Reviewed on May 12, 2022
Dr Ravashakar Is a very focused doctor and he answered my questions honestly. Appreciate his knowledge, advise and am applying it in daily schedule!
Reviewed on May 11, 2022
Dr. Bolla is an excellent physician and really cares about his patients.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2022
Dr Bolla game across as very caring,knowledgeable,thorough,professional yet very easy to communicate with. He gave me complete confidence that he is providing excellent care and follow up.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2022
Dr Bolla is not only the best Cardiologist in Cleveland he truly cares about his patients and never makes you feel like he has somewhere to be.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2022
I've referred people to Dr. Bolla.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2022
Dr Bolla was very informative and professional. I am very impressed
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2022
Dr Bolla is always attentive and answers all of my questions.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2022
Great doctors and staff
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2022
Dr Bolla is very professional and gives very good explanations.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2022
I'd like that the doctor cares for his patient and listens to them and give them answers I loved it
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2022
Everyone in that office including my doctor was very very caring
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2022
I have been a patient of Dr. Bolla for four years.l Last year he has seen me more.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2022
Great care!!! Great doctor!!!
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2022
I appreciate the service and care from Dr Bolla, nurses and staff. It us excellent