Bo Xu, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
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- 216.444.5910
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- 216.445.6152
Treatment & Services
- Cardiovascular Imaging
- Cardiovascular Imaging Section
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Cardiovascular Medicine Department
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Aorta Disease
- Aortic Aneurysms
- Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Stenosis
- Atherosclerosis
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Failure
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Valve Disease
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Pericarditis
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View All PlansAbout Bo Xu, MD
Bo Xu, MD, is a staff cardiologist in the Section of Cardiovascular Imaging in the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic. He has advanced subspecialty training in multimodality cardiovascular imaging. He sees patients at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.
Specialty Interests: Advanced cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) imaging, including echocardiography, cardiac computed tomography, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging; cardiomyopathy; diseases of the aorta; infiltrative cardiac disorders; ischemic heart disease; heart valve disease; heart disease and aging.
Education: Dr. Xu received his medical degree from the University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, graduating as the top student in the St. Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne Clinical School. He served his residency and advanced training in cardiology at St. Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne and MonashHeart, MonashHealth, Victoria, Australia, followed by a fellowship in non-invasive imaging at MonashHeart, MonashHealth. He joined the Cleveland Clinic medical staff in 2018 following completion of a further two-year fellowship in advanced cardiovascular imaging at Cleveland Clinic.
Experience and Outcomes: Cleveland Clinic's Section of Cardiovascular Imaging is one of the largest and most experienced in the country. Staff physicians read and interpret nearly 50,000 images every year to diagnose heart disease, plan optimal care for patients and help ensure treatment is complete. They also use these diagnostic studies to minimize complications during many types of catheter-based procedures and heart surgery.
Publications and Research: Dr. Xu has authored numerous research articles and research abstracts in peer-reviewed medical and cardiology journals. He has also co-authored book chapters for cardiology textbooks. Dr. Xu has presented his research findings at major national and international cardiology meetings, including the annual scientific sessions of the American College of Cardiology, European Society of Cardiology, American Society of Echocardiography and World Congress on Heart Disease. He has served as an invited faculty and member of the scientific advisory board for the International Academy of Cardiology.
About Dr. Xu: “I am privileged to be a cardiologist with expertise in cardiovascular imaging, because I am able to use my knowledge and skills to better understand how heart conditions impact patients, and help guide them toward better, healthier lives.”
Leisure Activities: In his leisure time, Dr. Xu enjoys traveling, jogging and spending time with friends and family.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2018
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Cardiovascular imaging
Cleveland,
OH
2018
Fellowship - MonashHeart, Monash Health
Cardiovascular imaging
Clayton,
Australia
2016
Fellowship - Bendigo Health
Advanced Adult Cardiology
Bendigo,
Australia
2015
Fellowship - MonashHeart, Monash Health
Cardiology
Clayton,
Australia
2015
Fellowship - St. Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
Cardiology
Melbourne,
Australia
2015
Residency - St. Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
Advanced Adult Cardiology
Melbourne,
Australia
2014
Medical Education - University of Melbourne
2007
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
- Internal Medicine
Specialty Interests
Advanced cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) imaging, including echocardiography, cardiac computed tomography, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging; cardiomyopathy; diseases of the aorta; infiltrative cardiac disorders; ischemic heart disease; heart valve disease; heart disease and aging.
Research & Publications
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As of 10/22/2024, Dr. Xu 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.
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279 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
79 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024
It's more of follow up of research program I was involved with for three years. He's making sure I'm ok on medication
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024
Seeing Dr Xue to review my tests was again a great experience. Dr Xue and Dr Smedira and teams saved my life.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024
Great doctor, solved my problem that, that no other doctor could.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2024
Dr Xu listened to me and explained the condition, risks of condition, proposed treatment and reasons
Reviewed on Oct 11, 2024
Dr Bo Wu is very Caring and Always Very Helpful always great answering any Questions I May have
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2024
Dr Xu is one of the two best doctors I've ever had in terms of knowledgeable, articulate thorough, kind and patient!
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024
Dr. Xu is perhaps the best Doctor I've ever worked with. His level of knowledge, communication and caring makes him highly effective.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024
Dr. Xu continues to show the ability to establish a great rapport with his patients as evidenced by his efforts to be sure that you understand exactly why he is recommending a particular course of treatment and giving you the tools to judge how that treatment is working for you.
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
Dr. Bo Xu is excellent.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2024
Dr. Xu was exceptional. He has extensive knowledge in the care of my condition which I was unable to find elsewhere. Caring and holistic. I left feeling listened to and that my care is in the best hands.
Reviewed on Aug 27, 2024
Dr Xu is a wonderful and caring physician who always seems concerned with my medical care.
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2024
I Love Dr. Xu's manner. He is very knowledgeable and intelligent and, at the same time, down-to earth, compassionate and caring.
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2024
I love Dr Bo Xu. Very good doctor and great person!!!
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024
Dr. Xu always goes above and beyond to explain my condition and care.
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2024
Dr Xu is the best doctor I've had in 73 years. He listens, explains well, is patient, knowledgeable. I wish all my doctors were like him.
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2024
Dr. Bo Xu is one of the very best doctors I have received care from at CC. He genuinely cares about his patients well-being and overall health. He is also very easy to talk to and he was not in a rush, despite the fact that I am sure he had many more patients to see. I am glad I was connected with him. I feel I am in good, knowledgeable hands.
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2024
Dr. Xu genuinely listen to his patients and cares for them.
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2024
Dr. Bo was very caring and understanding of the ordeal I have been dealing with. He promised he would call me back after the stress test with immediate results and he did. Thank you for delivering on your promise and easing my mind.
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2024
Dr. Xu is a very professional, kind and caring doctor. He takes time to listen to my concerns, answers questions thoroughly and explains my medical Issues and treatment options very well. He also includes me in all decisions regarding treatment.
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2024
Dr. Xu is thorough and explains everything in terms I can understand. He answers my questions and demonstrates his medical points on his monitor or on his model.
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2024
Dr Xu is very personable and makes you feel he cares about you
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2024
Dr. Xu is exceptionally skilled and empathetic - I'm grateful to be under his care.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2024
Dr. Xu spent approximately 60 minutes with me and thoroughly explained my cardiac issue. He answered all questions and recommended follow up scans and genetic testing to help resolve my issue. He also followed up with a phone call to explain the results of a test. I was very satisfied with my association with Dr. Xu
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2024
I live out of state. It has been more than 3 weeks to get a response and/ or video visit with my doctor.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2024
Very nice conversation with the doctor.
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2024
Dr.Xu is the best!
Reviewed on Jul 1, 2024
Doctor was excellent
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024
Dr Xu is absolutely incredible inside an out he is incredibly supportive of you and goes over your complete life and chart no rush an is so attentive to you and your family and questions thank you Dr Xu
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2024
Dr. Xu is an OUTSTANDING doctor! He always enters the examining room with a smile on his face. Even though I know his job must be very stressful, he always appears relaxed and makes me feel like my well being is important to him. Dr. Xu never appears rushed and will always make sure that all of my questions are answered before I leave! I have never had a doctor locally or at Cleveland Clinic who is as knowledgeable and considerate as Dr. Xu. He is truly an exceptional doctor and an incredible gentleman. Cleveland Clinic is very fortunate to have him on staff and I am fortunate to have him as my doctor!
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2024
Excellent provider
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2024
My visit was very nice, the Doctor took his time explaining things to me and answered all my questions, he was on time also which is very nice , he's a great Doctor , I'm very satisfied with him
Reviewed on May 15, 2024
Love my cardiologist, Dr. Xu
Reviewed on May 15, 2024
Dr. Xu is an excellent and caring physician!
Reviewed on May 15, 2024
Dr Xu did awesome job explaining everything to me and my wife.
Reviewed on May 10, 2024
Dr. Bo Xu is an outstanding physician. He is warm and caring and OBVIOUSLY VERY knowledgeable. I feel 100% confident in his care. As physician burnout is high, I hope that CC takes as good of care of him as Dr. Xu takes care of ME!
Reviewed on May 3, 2024
Dr. Xu is an exceptional doctor. Personable as well as exceptionally knowledgeable. Every visit is outstanding.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2024
Dr Xu is great. Very thorough and clearly explains conditions and treatments
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2024
Dr Xu is an excellent physician who treats his patients with a caring attitude and world class knowledge. I could not be more impressed.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2024
Dr Xu is caring & really take time to answer all questions. He is GREAT!! Thanks
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024
As usual, Dr. Xu was superb. Answered all my concerns and questions and I never felt like I was being rushed. Glad there are still real' physicians like him out there.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024
Dr Xu was extremely kind and I felt like he really cared
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024
When we lost visual contact, Dr. Xu immediately called me on my cell to continue visit.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024
Dr. Xu had to deliver bad news but was kind, caring, and Informative about It.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2024
Dr Zu is an excellent cardiologist. He takes his time to explain and answer questions.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2024
Dr Zu is caring and interested in your well being.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2024
Great Doctor
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2024
Dr Xu is always professional, courteous, super informative, completely includes me in decisions and takes as much time as needed to answer questions and explains everything in layman's terms. Every Dr should take a lesson from his play book.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024
Dr Bo Xu is the best in the business such a nice man!
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024
Dr Xu was prompt and everything went really well.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024
Dr. Xu is a very kind, patient and empathetic provider. Very much appreciated.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024
Dr. Bo Xu was excellent in every respect. He was very professional!
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2024
Doc Bo u is excellent we are fortunate to have him as a cardiologist
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2024
Dr. Wu is an excellent practitioner. He showed great insight into my health issues and provided me excellent information on latest fundings, developments, and procedures.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024
Dr. Xu is an exceptional communicator and very thorough.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024
Dr. Xu was both courteous and thorough. I was here for surgery so a bit anxious. He took me through the imaging information and I could tell he was very good at his profession. I see another cardiologist back home in SC who is good. But Dr. Xu did an excellent job. I hope to schedule with him at least once a year to review my current heart status. I believe it would be worth the trip for his professional opinion.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2024
All ready have recommended Dr Xu and clinic
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2024
Dr Xu is an excellent doctor
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
The scheduling was setup for me at the right time. I had two tests prior to seeing Dr Xu and one after. The day was well coordinated.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
Dr Xu was very professional with me and he took the time to show me my images and to review them with me and included the images in MyChart.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
I was very pleased with Dr Xu and the staff.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
Dr Xu is awesome!
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2024
Dr. Xu was very attentive and showed a genuine concern for my welfare and treatment.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2024
Dr Xu is amazing , brilliant , caring , saved my life . I trust him implicitly . He can explain the most complicated things to me so well I believe my 7 year old granddaughter would understand . He remembers me , my family , and so brilliant . Don't ever let him leave !!
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2023
Dr. Xu takes the time to explain everything to you, and is genuinely concerned about any issues that you have
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023
My experience with Dr Xu was excellent. He was prepared to discuss my existing medical condition and he had reviewed my previous medical exams and tests that were sent by my Illinois Cardiologist. Dr Xu took the time to ensure I understood my existing heart issues and answered all of my questions. I was impressed by Dr Xu.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023
Great experience. Dr Xu spent the time to review my medical condition and he discussed the next steps in monitoring my heart, with repeat imaging to be scheduled in the future.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2023
First visit with Dr. Xu. Great doctor. Very clear and patient in his explanations and time with us.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023
Dr.Bo xo is the greatest. He is easy to talk to and he listened to what said. He is very caring, and I wish all Dr,s were like him. I give him alot of Praise. If there is an award for great Dr.s. He should be awarded.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023
Dr Xu is excellent!
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023
Dr.Xu is an amazing physician!! He showed me great care and concern. He explained my test results to me. He came from his office to see me in recovery to discuss my diagnosis of HOCM. He made sure I understood everything he was explaining to me. By Dr Xu coming to see me on Wednesday , we were able to leave Cleveland that day instead of waiting until Thursday to return to Tennessee ! That saved us another hotel bill !! That was so very kind and considerate. He is extremely intelligent and knowledgeable. Wonderful bed side manner !!
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023
Dr. Xu is an excellent physician. He explains the echo results in an understandable way. I appreciate his logic on meditation decisions (not just adding another one). I feel like I'm in good hands with Dr. Xu.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023
My doctor was outstanding. He was courteous, kind and made sure that I understood every process that was done I my behalf. He has my very high regards thank you Dr. Wuh
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023
The cardiac doctor that I seen that morning was excellent and his explanations to me, his thoughts and is on Going problem-solving for my case, which was thorough and understandable I liked him a lot!
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023
My overall visit was outstanding. I had no problems with staff or my doctor. It was Very thorough. Thank you.!
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2023
There was some problems getting zoom to work but Dr. Xu's nurse was easy to contact and quickly worked out a solution.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2023
Dr. Xu is the most empathetic, kind, thoughtful and thorough doctor that I have ever had. He always exceeds all my expectations and I feel lucky to have him as my cardiac physician.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2023
I would without question highly recommend Dr Bo Xu for any and all people who have heart disease. I've gone to him for a number of years and always greatly appreciate his expertise, communication and care.
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2023
I will recommend Dr XU to everyone he was awesome
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2023
I am thrilled that Dr. Xu is my doctor. I could not be in better hands.