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

Hillcrest Hospital

Appointment:
216.444.2606
Desk:
216.445.6786
Fax:
440.312.6885
Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Acute Fracture Care
  • Ankle Reconstructive Surgery
  • Ankle Surgery
  • Bone Grafting
  • Deformity Correction
  • Foot and Ankle Fusions
  • Foot Reconstructive Surgery
  • Fracture Care
  • Fracture Reconstruction
  • Fusions for Trauma Injuries
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedics
  • Primary Amputation Revision
  • Primary Amputations
  • Trauma Reconstruction
  • Trauma Treatment
View all 16 Treatment & Services +

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Achilles Rupture
  • Adult Osteogenesis
  • Ankle Injuries
  • Ankle Trauma
  • Foot and Ankle Deformities
  • Foot and Ankle Fractures Malunion
  • Foot and Ankle Fractures Nonunion
  • Fracture Malunion
  • Fracture Nonunion
  • Hip Fracture
  • Orthopaedic Injuries
  • Osteomyelitis
  • Painful Deformities
  • Patellar Tendon Rupture
  • Pelvis Trauma/Fractures
  • Upper Extremity Fractures
  • Wrist Fracture
View all 17 Specialties +
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Biography

About Cesar Cereijo, DO

Cesar M. Cereijo, DO is a staff physician within the Orthopaedic and Rheumatologic Institute at Cleveland Clinic. He completed his undergraduate studies at Drury University in Springfield, Missouri, and received his medical degree at A.T. Still University in Kirksville, Missouri in 2012. He went on to complete his Orthopaedic Surgery residency at Cleveland Clinic in 2017 and obtained advanced fellowship training in Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery, specializing in complex fracture care, at Vanderbilt University in 2018.

Dr. Cereijo specializes in acute and chronic fracture care with distinct interest in surgical fixation and reconstruction of complex traumatic fractures of the pelvis and acetabulum. He also has special interests in minimally invasive surgical techniques, complex fractures involving the joint, infections of the bone, nonunion and malunion fractures, limb deformity correction and fractures in adult patients with osteogenesis imperfecta.

Dr. Cereijo is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and an active member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association. 

He is actively involved in orthopaedic education. Dr. Cereijo enjoys teaching Residents proper techniques and methods for fracture fixation and emphasizes the importance of complete patient focused care from the time of injury until the patient has fully recovered

His research and publications pertain to new and innovative techniques in fracture care as well as methods for enhancing bone healing and Vitamin D. 

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2020

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Vanderbilt Univ Medical Ctr
Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship
Nashville, TN
2018

Residency - South Pointe Hospital - CCHS
Surgery
Warrensville Heights, OH
2017

Medical Education - Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Kirksville, MO
2012

Undergraduate - Drury University
springfield, MO
2008

Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

See publications for Cesar Cereijo, DO.

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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 8/13/2024, Dr. Cereijo 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.

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

158 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 4.8
Listens 5
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

23 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2024

The PA and Doctor were extremely polite and professional. They answered all my concerns and explained my problems throughly.

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2024

Always very thorough and helpful. Shows you that he cares. I will and already recommended him to my friends and family.

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2024

We are from Erie Pa. The service and respect you receive is outstanding. Everyone is so friendly. I can't say enough.When you're walking down the hall all of the doctors and nurses greet you. Just a different experience.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2024

Excellent provider

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2024

Amazing physician

Reviewed on May 31, 2024

Excellent service from Dr Cereijo and staff

Reviewed on May 31, 2024

Dr Cereijo is never in a rush. He listens carefully, explains thoroughly and is always excellent forming a logical gameplan.

Reviewed on May 3, 2024

I have great respect for the DR. And his team.

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2024

My mom doesn't know who the doctor is or why she was there. He primarily spoke to me. This was the first time I was able to see the x-rays of her hip. Very helpful to see what was done for her.

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024

Excellent provider and staff!!!

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2024

Dr Cereijo was amazing and definitely would recommend him to anyone

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024

I've always liked Dr Cereijo. He's very kind, compassionate, is a wonderful surgeon and good with his patients.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024

I was so impressed by Dr. Cereijo. He really listened to my concerns and took time to answer my questions. It was an excellent experience.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024

Dr. Cesar was fantastic and he compiled an amazing staff. Very satisfied with his service.

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2024

Dr. Cereijo should be the model for other care providers!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2024

Although I arrived early, I was seen right away. I got a good vibe from the doctor. He seemed very informative and took his time with me at my appointment. Overall, I was very satisfied.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2024

I applaud all the efforts Dr. Cereijo and his staff have offered me. I just wish other providers were as professional and personable as he and his staff.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2024

Dr. Cereijo and his PA were very respectful.

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2023

Dr Cereijo was excellent. He was very thorough an his diagnoses. I was able to get X-ray and CT scan before we left the building. Scheduled surgery right away.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023

First time I tried to schedule with a different doctor, I had a horrible experience, got no appointment and waited 2 weeks for a return call. The second time I called was the exact opposite! AWESOME scheduler got me an appointment with an AMAZING doctor!!!

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2023

Dr. Cesar Cereijo is one of the best doctors I have encountered at the Cleveland Clinic. He listens and cares.

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2023

I wasn't able to get an appointment through the main number but then went back through my primary care doc - Dr. Malec and she was able to make this happen quickly

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2023

Everyone, from the nurse to the interns to the Dr. Were really great! All questions answered; we looked at the xrays and all was explained; a plan created and communicated very effectively and even an appointment for another issue scheduled with a podiatrist. This was all excellent. And, the Dr. Is terrific

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