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

Hillcrest Hospital

Appointment:
440.449.1101
Desk:
440.449.1101
Fax:
440.449.7715

Additional Locations

General Surgery

Mentor Hospital

8300 Norton Parkway
Mentor, OH 44060
Directions

Appointment:
440.578.3100
Desk:
440.578.3100
Fax:
440.578.3035
Insurance

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Biography

About Rickesha Wilson, MD

Rickesha Wilson, MD started her surgical practice at Cleveland Clinic in 2021 and specializes in metabolic and bariatric surgery, foregut, general surgery including benign gallbladder and appendiceal disease, groin and ventral hernias, and handles a variety of general surgical emergencies. She offers minimally invasive surgical approaches to her patients with both laparoscopic and robotic platforms for smaller incisions, less pain, and a shorter hospital stay. She is board certified in General Surgery by the American Board of General Surgery and holds certification from the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) for specialized training in bariatric surgery. She is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine (CCLCM) and Case Western Reserve University (CWRU).

Dr. Wilson received her Bachelor of Science from Baylor University in Waco, Texas and her Doctorate of Medicine (MD) from Texas A&M College of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency training at the University of Connecticut in 2019 and completed a Bariatric Surgery Fellowship at Cleveland Clinic in 2021. Dr. Wilson has distinguished herself as an excellent educator and researcher. She has been appointed as the Associate Program Director for Cleveland Clinic’s Bariatric Surgery Fellowship, is part of the educational leadership for the Cleveland Clinic’s General Surgery Residency Program and is the Associate Surgery Clerkship Director for CCLCM and CWRU.

Dr. Wilson is a national leader in the field of metabolic and bariatric surgery with numerous publications in high impact journals and media outlets focusing on the impact of metabolic and bariatric surgery on obesity and its related conditions. She serves as the chair of the Public Education Committee for ASMBS focusing on educating the public about obesity and treatment options, including bariatric surgery. She has been elected by her peers as President of the Cleveland Surgical Society for the 2024-2025 year and plans to unite surgeons in the Cleveland and Northeast Ohio region to better serve the local community and patients.

Dr. Wilson’s approach to patient care is marked by empathy, compassion, and kindness, and she values the relationships that she builds with her patients long-term. She currently resides in Cleveland, Ohio and her primary practice is out of Hillcrest and Mentor Hospitals.


Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2020

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Advanced Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgery
Cleveland, OH
2021

Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Bariatric Surgery Research
Cleveland, OH
2020

Residency - University of Connecticut Health Center
General Surgery
Farmington, CT
2019

Medical Education - Texas A & M Health Sciences Center
Temple, TX
2012

Undergraduate - Baylor University
Biology
Waco, TX
2008

Certifications

  • Surgery - General Surgery

Specialty Interests

Weight Loss Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Cholecystectomy, Foregut, Hernias

Research & Publications

Research & Publications

See publications for Rickesha Wilson, 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 8/2/2024, Dr. Wilson 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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* 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

129 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

17 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2024

Dr Wilson's team is great

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2024

Kind , knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, Dr. Wilson and team

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2024

Dr Wilson did a great job of finding a physician who could help me with my situation. Great bedside manner.

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024

At times I felt she was not really hearing my concerns.But, her assessment was accurate and I felt confident in my health after my appointment. Thank you!

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2024

From first meeting with Dr Wilson in the hospital, to my visit in her office, I was so impressed with her focus on me as a person.

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2024

She's a genius and an angel. Hard combination to find.

Reviewed on May 7, 2024

She was wonderful. Very calm. Explained things clearly. Went with ny results to me and came up with a great for me to heal. 10/10 would recommend this amazing surgeon.

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024

Dr. Wilson is an amazing Doctor. Through all the issues my body gave she was there to help. I would want her for my Doctor for everything.

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2024

Dr. Wilson sits down and listens to your concerns. I feel very heard and understood. Excellent bedside manner. I Had concerns with a resident while I was hospitalized

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2024

Love Dr Wilson and scheduling is always easy

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

Dr. Wilson was very courteous. She reviewed my history, explained her findings, proposed solution, and listened to my responses. She is wonderful.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2024

Dr Wilson is amazing. She's kind and understanding. I never feel rushed. 10 out of 10

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2024

Dr. Wilson is a great doctor and she's great at her job.

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2024

Dr. Wilson and staff are of the highest quality and I truly believe I couldn't have received better care anywhere.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2023

Dr Wilson was very patient, understanding, and thorough. She answered all of my questions and reassured me regarding any concerns.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2023

There were no bad experience the Dr. Was very nice

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2023

Dr. Wilson is such a great person; you feel safe putting your body under her hands. My surgery went well!

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