Haytham Elgharably, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.1824
- Desk:
- 216.444.1824
- Fax:
- 216.636.9916
Treatment & Services
- Adult Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Aorta Graft
- Aorta Surgery
- Aortic Dissection Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair
- Aortic Valve Replacement
- Aortic Valve Surgery
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Closure
- Bypass Surgery
- Bypass Surgery Re-operation
- Cardiac Surgery
- Cardiovascular Disease Surgical Treatments
- Cardiovascular Surgery Department
- Cardiovascular Surgery Section
- Complex Aorta Surgery
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
- Coronary Artery Reoperation
- Epicardial Lead Placement
- Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
- Heart Surgery
- Heart Surgery Reoperation
- Heart Valve Repair
- Heart Valve Replacement
- Heart Valve Surgery
- Infective Endocarditis Surgery
- Lung Failure Surgery
- Lung Transplant
- Maze Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Repair
- Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Replacement
- Mitral Valve Replacement
- Mitral Valve Surgery
- Pericardial Window
- Pulmonary Embolism Surgery
- Pulmonary Endarterectomy
- Radiation Heart Disease Surgery
- Removal of Atrial Myxoma
- Reoperation Surgery
- Reoperation Valve Surgery
- Reoperative Heart Surgery
- Repair of Aortic Aneurysms
- Surgical Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation
- Surgical Procedures for Atrial Fibrillation
- Surgical Treatment of Adult Acquired Heart Disease
- Surgical Treatment of Valve Endocarditis
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Surgery
- Thoracic Aortic Dissection Repair
- Tricuspid Valve Repair
- Tricuspid Valve Replacement
- Tricuspid Valve Surgery
- Valve Surgery
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Acquired Adult Cardiac Disease
- Acquired Valve Disease
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- Aorta Disease
- Aortic Aneurysms
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Insufficiency
- Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Regurgitation
- Atherosclerosis
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Septal Defects
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Endocarditis
- Heart Attack
- Heart Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Infections
- Infective Endocarditis
- Mitral Fibroelastoma
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Myxomas
- Pericardial Effusion
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Radiation Heart Disease
- Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Tricuspid Stenosis
- Tricuspid Valve Disease
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View All PlansAbout Haytham Elgharably, MD
Haytham Elgharably, MD, is a surgeon in the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery in the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. He sees patients at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.
Specialty Interests: Lung transplantation, mitral and aortic valve repair and replacement surgery, bypass surgery, surgery for thoracic aortic aneurysm, reoperations, endocarditis (infection of the heart lining), constrictive pericarditis (inflammation of the tissue that surrounds the heart), right heart failure, surgery for acute and chronic pulmonary emboli (blood clots)
Education: Dr. Elgharably earned his medical degree from Zagazig University and completed an internship in cardiothoracic surgery at Zagazig University Hospital, both in Alsharqiya, Egypt. He continued his training as a resident in cardiac surgery at the Egyptian National Heart Institute, Cairo. Dr. Elgharably came to the United States in 2011 for a research fellowship in wound healing and biofilm infection at The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. Following that fellowship, he completed his specialty training at Cleveland Clinic with a fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery followed by a residency in integrated thoracic surgery. He joined the Cleveland Clinic medical staff in 2019 on completion of his residency.
Experience and Outcomes: Cleveland Clinic consistently performs more lung transplants each year than most or all hospitals in the United States. In 2018 physicians in the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery performed 113 lung transplants. Among 243 patients who had a lung transplant at Cleveland Clinic between January 2014 and June 2016, the one-year graft and patient survival rates at Cleveland Clinic were better than the expected rates from the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients, July 2017.
Research, Publications and Speaking: As a postdoctoral fellow, Dr. Elgharably participated in several research studies related to wound healing, including a preclinical study of antimicrobial-resistant burn wound infection in soldiers injured in Iraq and Afghanistan. He currently is an investigator on a study that seeks to classify right heart failure to stratify surgical risk and an early-stage study related to preventing ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI) in lung transplant to reduce the failure rate. Dr. Elgharably has co-authored five book chapters and nearly three dozen scientific papers published in leading medical and surgical journals. He also has presented on topics in cardiac and thoracic surgery and wound healing at national medical meetings.
About Dr. Elgharably: “My greatest passion about the field of heart surgery and lung transplantation is the ability to help people through a desperate time of their lives after which they can get back to enjoying what they like to do and spending more time with their families. I have a particular passion about scientific research in medicine as the key to better understanding the root of any given disease and discover novel therapies to help patients.”
Leisure Activities: Dr. Elgharably is an avid outdoorsman. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, kayaking, boating and travel with his family.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2019
Education & Fellowships
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Integrated Thoracic Surgery
Cleveland,
OH
2019
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Cleveland,
OH
2013
Fellowship - Ohio State University
Postdoctoral Research, Wound Healing and Biofilm Infection
Columbus,
OH
2012
Fellowship - National Heart Institute
Cardiac Surgery Residency
Cairo, Egypt,
2010
Graduate School - Faculty of Medicine Zagazig University
Master in Surgery
Zagazig, Egypt,
Egypt
2008
Internship - Zagazig University Hospitals
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Zagazig, Egypt,
Egypt
2007
Medical Education - Faculty of Medicine Zagazig University
Zagazig, Egypt,
Egypt
2006
Certifications
- Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery - Thoracic Surgery
Specialty Interests
Lung transplantation, mitral and aortic valve repair and replacement surgery, bypass surgery, surgery for thoracic aortic aneurysm, reoperations, endocarditis, constrictive pericarditis, right heart failure, and surgery for acute and chronic pulmonary emboli
Research & Publications
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As of 7/3/2024, Dr. Elgharably 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. Elgharably 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:
- LifeNet Health
- CryoLife, Inc.
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98 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.7 | |
| Listens | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
10 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025
I felt comfortable and valued by this doctor
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025
Excellent doctor
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2025
Dr. Elgharably is the best!! He always takes his time with me and explains everything so I can understand!
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2024
Having a test performed where I was sedated prior to meeting with the doctor lessened my ability to communicate as effectively. Next visit I plan to schedule my physician conference on a a day different than the testing. No issue with the doctor. His communication was excellent
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024
The overall experience with Dr E was wonderful. He was consistent in his demeanor & explained my situation thoroughly
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2024
Cleveland Clinic and Doctor Haytham Elgharably and his and the entire staff saved my life. They are the best of the best. (Thank you) all and God bless all.
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2024
All doctors were very, very good. They answered all my questions & explained procedures.
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2024
Dr Elgharably was generous with his time and schedule .. I am glad Dr Jaber chose Dr E as my surgeon .. Understanding, quietly confident and experienced ..
Reviewed on May 21, 2024
The doctor was running a little late because of surgeries, but took the time to explain any concerns and answer questions. Very helpful, friendly and professional. Excellent doctor!
Reviewed on Apr 18, 2024
I cannot say enough about the gratitude I feel for Dr. Elgharably. As a surgeon, his skills have saved my life. He is always receptive to my questions and honestly explains, provides alternatives and answers.