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Department Orthopaedic Surgery
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English, Spanish
Surgeon Yes
Locations
Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital
Primary Location

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital

Appointment:
877.463.2010
Desk:
954.659.5124
Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Anterior Total Hip Replacement
  • Hip Replacement
  • Hip Revision
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Knee Replacement
  • Knee Revision
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Partial Knee Replacement
  • Revision Joint Replacement
View all 9 Treatment & Services +

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Arthritis of the Hip
  • Arthritis of the Knee
  • Bone Infection
  • Hip Disorders
  • Hip Fracture
  • Joint Disorders
  • Joint Infection
  • Knee Fracture
  • Osteoarthritis of the Hip
  • Osteoarthritis of the Hips in the Elderly
  • Osteoarthritis of the Knee
  • Osteoarthritis of the Knees in the Elderly
  • Prosthetic Joint Infections
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
View all 14 Specialties +
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Biography

About Aldo Riesgo, MD

A native of Miami, Florida, he attended Belen Jesuit Preparatory and graduated with honors from the University of Miami with a Bachelor of Science. He received his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in New York City.

Dr. Riesgo completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases, one of the oldest, largest, and most prestigious programs in the country. During his final year of residency he was chosen as an Executive Chief Resident. He then completed an additional year of fellowship training in complex hip and knee reconstruction at OrthoCarolina Hip & Knee Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Dr. Riesgo is the Director of the Adult Hip & Knee Reconstruction Fellowship at Cleveland Clinic Florida. His clinical practice is focused on disorders of the hip and knee related to arthritis, infection, or trauma. His specialty interests include primary hip and knee replacements, periprosthetic fractures, infections involving total joints, and complex revision surgery for the treatment of failed total joint replacements. He is actively involved in clinical research, training of residents and fellows, and is a reviewer for several orthopaedic journals. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the Musculoskeletal Infection Society (MSIS), and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS).

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2017

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - OrthoCarolina
Adult Hip & Knee Reconstruction
Charlotte, NC
2017

Residency - New York University School of Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
New York, NY United States
2016

Medical Education - Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons
New York, NY United States
2011

Undergraduate - University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL
2007

Medical Education - Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons
New York, NY United States

Fellowship - OrthoCarolina
Charlotte, NC

Residency - NYU Langone Medical Center
New York, NY

Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Specialty Interests

Primary Hip & Knee Replacements Revision Hip & Knee Replacements Prosthetic Joint Infections

Research & Publications

Research & Publications

See publications for Aldo Riesgo, MD.

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

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To assure professional and commercial integrity in such matters, Cleveland Clinic maintains a program that reviews these collaborations and, when appropriate, puts measures in place to minimize bias that may result from ties to industry. Cleveland Clinic publicly discloses the names of companies when (i) its physicians/scientists receive $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) for speaking and consulting, (ii) its physicians/scientists serve as a fiduciary, (iii) its physicians/scientists receive or have the right to receive royalties or (iv) its physicians/ scientists hold any equity interest for the physician's/scientist's role as inventor, discoverer, developer, founder or consultant.* In publicly disclosing this information, Cleveland Clinic tries to provide information as accurately as possible about its physicians' and scientists' connections with industry.

As of 6/21/2024, Dr. Riesgo 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. Riesgo receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:

  • Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
  • Stryker Corporation

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.

Patient Satisfaction Reviews

195 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
4.8 out of 5
Explains 4.7
Listens 4.4
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

28 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2024

Dr Resiego is excellent

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2024

Excellent visit w doc riesko and his Fellow Sean ?

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2024

Dr. Riesgp was vey caring and thorough. He listened to my concerns and is really trying to find a way to relief my ongoing pain and itching.

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2024

Dr. Riesgo has such gifted hands.m & knowledge; every time I saw the doctor, he has always been very friendly, professional, and honestI have been very fortunate being ina patient of his, & having been treated by such a great person

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2024

Dr explaining everything clearly. He was very thorough.

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2024

Todo muy bien el Dr Aldo Riesgo habla espa?ol y me gust? co.o me atendio.

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2024

Dr Riesco is great. He was very very nice. Very caring.

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2024

Dr Riesgo is an amazing man, doctor and surgeon! I have appreciated and do appreciate his concern and care!

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2024

Dr Riesgo has fine tuned listening skills. I am impressed In his ability to discern the problem I was having with my knee as it was difficult for me to explain. He ordered an MRI.

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2024

The best number one Dr Riesgo

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2024

This doctor is the best. Very attentive, listens to what you have to say. Very brilliant doctor

Reviewed on May 28, 2024

I was seen by the assistant, then another assistant who was a physician, then the Dr. Every single individual who met with me listened, asked questions, and was incredibly professional. I felt heard and I was confident that the questions about the pain I was having would be answered.

Reviewed on May 23, 2024

I was very happy with the Dr. He listened and gave alternative solutions

Reviewed on May 7, 2024

I had a very pleasant time. It was fast and I love my doctor.

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024

Best doctor, staff ever

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2024

Had to wait three months to see the doctor, for an urgent consultation.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2024

Can't say enough good things about Dr Riesgo and his team. Very easy to talk to and very caring.

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2024

It is always a positive experience dealing with Dr Riesgo and his team. He is extremely supportive and knowledgeable and takes the time to listen to my concerns! I would recommend him highly

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2023

Need knee surgery but can't get appointment till June and my knee is getting worse. I understand Dr R is the best but 6 month wait ?

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2023

Dr. Riezgo show courtesy and respect to me. Dr. Riezgo provides an environment in which I as a patient feel cared for.

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2023

Dr Riesgo and his team are the top of art of caring.

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2023

Dr. Riesgo was very patient and took his time answering all our questions. I felt very comfortable talking with him and am confident he is my best chance to resolve my knee issues.

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2023

I am so grateful that my orthopedic recommended Dr Riesgo. I have a complicated case and I was having a very hard time finding a doctor here and in NY that would help me. I found that Doctor! Looking forward to having the surgery and to start on my road to recovery.

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2023

Dr. Riesgo was caring, thorough, and very attentive to my needs.

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2023

I had a very good experience talking with the doctor.

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2023

Impressed with the doctors and their knowledge, manner and information about my need of surgery

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2023

Good I was happy but results Dr told me was good.

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2023

Dr showed concern

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