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Department Cardiovascular Medicine
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon No
Locations
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Primary Location

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Appointment:
216.444.6697
Desk:
216.444.6805
Fax:
216.636.6962
Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Abnormal Stress Test
  • Adult General Clinical Cardiology
  • Blood Tests
  • Cardiology
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Medicine Department
  • Cardioversion
  • Clinical Cardiology Section
  • Clinical Trials
  • Diagnostic Clinical Cardiology
  • Dietary Counseling
  • Exercise and Cardiovascular Disease
  • General Cardiology
  • Non-Invasive Diagnostic Testing
  • Preoperative Evaluation Of Valvular Disease
  • Prevention And Wellness
  • Preventive Cardiology
  • Screening and Testing
  • Second Opinion
  • Stress Testing
  • Tilt Test
View all 21 Treatment & Services +

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Abnormal Heart Rhythms
  • Adverse Effects Anticoagulants
  • Angina
  • Aorta Disease
  • Aortic Aneurysms
  • Aortic Regurgitation
  • Aortic Stenosis
  • Asymptomatic Valve Dysfunction
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Atrial Flutter
  • Bradyarrhythmias
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Cardiovascular Risk Prevention
  • Carotid Artery Disease
  • Cerebrovascular Disease
  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
  • Family History Of Heart Disease
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Disease
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Murmur
  • Heart Related Illnesses
  • Heart Valve Disease
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension - High Blood Pressure
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • Mitral Valve Regurgitation
  • Mitral Valve Stenosis
  • Near-syncope
  • Pericarditis
  • Premature Ventricular Complexes
  • Protein C and S Deficiencies
  • Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
  • Supraventricular Tachycardia
  • Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
  • Tricuspid Regurgitation
  • Tricuspid Stenosis
  • Venous Disorders
  • Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome (WPW)
View all 44 Specialties +
Insurance

Insurance

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Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2019

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - University of Missouri Hospitals & Clinics
Cardiology
Columbia, MO USA
2019

Residency - University of Missouri Hospitals & Clinics
Internal Medicine
Columbia, MO USA
2016

Medical Education - University of Missouri School of Medicine
Columbia, MO USA
2013

Graduate School - Saint Louis University
Public Health
St. Louis, MO USA
2009

Undergraduate - University of Missouri - Columbia
Biology
Columbia, MO USA
2005

Certifications

  • Internal Medicine
  • Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

See publications for Nicholas Ruthmann, 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 4/8/2023, Dr. Ruthmann 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.

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

167 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
4.9 out of 5
Explains 4.9
Listens 4.7
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

28 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023

Dr. Ruthmann has been very patient and giving of his time. He is very thorough in explaining the situation and has a plan to determine root cause and treat me going forward.

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023

Dr. Ruthmann has been excellent.

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023

The only thing I can say is that I wish all doctors were as competent and caring as Dr. Ruthmann.

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2023

Doctor was very thorough and answered all my questions.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023

Dr Ruthman is an excellent cardiologist and always gives me great comfort when I talk with him. He is very knowledgeable, skillful, and compassionate.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2023

The doctor communicated with me and raised my dose to help my situation. Wonderful service !

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2023

Very pleased. Explanations were great - we understood what the next step would be and were assured it would be done by very qualified physicians

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023

Dr Kanj is an exceptional physician.He communicates clearly and provided rationale/data that was understandable to our family. The surgery he performed for our son is life-changing. We have been trying to resolve a progressive problem with my son's heart for almost two years. We drove 13 hours to Cleveland and his issue was resolved in 5 days. We feel so amazed at the care we received from Dr Kanj, Dr Ruthmann and the entire clinic during our week in Ohio. Because of these caring health care providers, our son will be able to go on to get married and pursue his plans of becoming a physician . Dr Kanj demonstrates care, engagement and attention that makes you feel like your health care is his priority and he knows how to help. I can't even find the words to express what a great experience this was and how much gratitude is in my heart.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2023

Once I got my appt all ran smooth. Dr Ruthmann was on time and appt went well. Only problem was to have someone call me back.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2023

Wonderful doctor. Caring and not in a hurry. Listened. Thank you Dr Ruthmann.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2023

Very impressed with Dr. Ruthmann and his courtesy and concern for my health. He is very polite and considerate.

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2023

The entire staff, from cleaning personnel nutritionist & clergy thru nurses technicians & doctors worked as a team. Excellent.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2022

Dr. Ruth man was Prompt, professional, and courtesy.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2022

Dr. Rothman and his team have been tremendous in every way. I am thoroughly convinced that the Cleveland Clinic offers the very best care on the planet. I'm feeling great and getting better each day. Dr. Aaron Weiss is the absolute best surgeon jn this world. I'm so grateful and thankful for all the great efforts on the part of Dr. Ruthmann and his team. Thanks 6 million times!!!

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2022

Excellent physician!

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2022

We wish that all of your physicians were as great as Dr. Ruthmann.

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2022

Dr Ruthmann took time to listen to all my complaints, even the ones he couldn't take care of. I believe he is a very good listener and heard everything is said.

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2022

Dr. Nicholas Ruthmann is knowledgeable, approachable, and caring.

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2022

Very good experience and Dr. Ruthmann is an amazing cardiologist.

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2022

Dr. Nicholas Ruthmann is an excellent cardiologist. He answered all of my questions and concerns. He even gave me his contact information and asked me to call or write whenever I need anything. It was a great visit and experience.

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2022

Dr Ruthman is very thorough and provides excellent explanations to my questions

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2022

I did not have a cadiologist and was assigned this physician and am so very pleased with him. He is a kind, caring,knowledgable communicator and I , as well as my husband sincerely appreciate that.

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2022

Dr Ruthman is kind, considerate, and listens to what you say.

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022

Dr. Ruthman was courteous, professional, thorough in his questioning and feedback. He was clear in his explanations and accessment of possibilities regarding my condition. He promptly followed up with having a heart monitor since to my home. I feel very confident with Dr. Ruthman and the Cleveland Clinic.

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2022

Dr. Ruthman was excellent. Would rate above 5 if possible!

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2022

Dr. Ruthman is a true professional and also very kind and patient.

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2022

Wonderful physician!

Reviewed on May 18, 2022

I was very pleased and confident with Dr. Ruthmann diagnoses of my condition. Thank you.

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