Wael Jaber, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
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- 216.445.6181
Additional Locations
Nuclear Medicine
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6697
- Desk:
- 216.444.6805
- Fax:
- 216.445.6181
Treatment & Services
- Advanced Ischemic Heart Disease Center
- Cardiovascular Imaging
- Cardiovascular Imaging Section
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Cardiovascular Medicine Department
- General Cardiology
- Heart Imaging
- Non-Invasive Diagnostic Testing
- Non-invasive Testing for Vascular Disease
- Stress Testing
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Amyloidosis
- Aneurysms
- Angina
- Aorta Disease
- Aortic Aneurysms
- Aortic Occlusion (blockage)
- Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Stenosis
- Atherosclerosis (vascular)
- Atrial Septal Defects
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Cardiovascular Risk Prevention
- Congenital Valve Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Endocarditis
- Heart Attack
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Related Illnesses
- Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Infections
- High Cholesterol
- Hypertension - High Blood Pressure
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Marfan Syndrome
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Myxomas
- Pulmonary Valve Disease
- Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
- Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
- Rheumatic Heart Disease
- Tricuspid Valve Disease
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View All PlansAbout Wael Jaber, MD
Wael Jaber, MD, is a staff cardiologist in the Section of Cardiovascular Imaging, Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, at the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic. He is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiology, nuclear cardiology and echocardiography. Dr. Jaber specializes in cardiac imaging (both nuclear cardiology and echocardiograpy) and valvular heart disease. He is fluent in English, French and Arabic.
A native of Lebanon, Dr. Jaber attended college at the American University in Beirut, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in biology. He then went on at the American University to receive his medical degree while making the Dean's honor list. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, where he also completed fellowships in cardiovascular medicine and nuclear cardiology.
Cleveland Clinic offered Dr. Jaber an advanced fellowship in cardiac imaging at the Cleveland Clinic, which he accepted. Dr. Jaber also has advanced training in interpretation of carotid ultrasound, clinical cardiovascular investigations and advanced echocardiography.
He was appointed to the Cleveland Clinic as a staff cardiologist in 2000. He currently heads the center for advanced ischemic heart disease. The center specializes in patients who have coronary artery disease and have been told that they have no local options for treatment.
Dr. Jaber is currently is the Medical Director of the Cardiovascular Imaging Core Laboratory in C5Research. In this capacity, he focuses on leading a team that provides accurate interpretation for echocardiograms, nuclear stress perfusion images and CT and MRI cardiac scans in the setting of clinical trials.
His clinical and research studies have focused on improving outcomes in acute myocardial infarction, especially patients presenting with acute coronary syndrome and heart failure. He is currently working on multiple clinical investigations in an attempt to integrate multiple cardiac imaging modalities to improve their diagnostic accuracy. He has presented his clinical and research findings at various national and international scientific meetings.
Dr. Jaber has authored articles in leading professional and scientific publications including Circulation, Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Circulation, Archives of Internal Medicine, American Heart Journal, International Journal of Cardiac Imaging and the American Journal of Cardiology, Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography and the Journal of Nuclear Cardiology. Dr. Jaber has been an invited speaker at the annual meetings of the American College of Cardiology, the American Society of Echocardiography, the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology to name few.
He is a member of the American College of Cardiology, the American Society of Echocardiography, the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, the American College of Physicians and the American Heart Association. He was also listed as an Honored Member in America?s Registry of Outstanding Professionals, 2002-2007.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2000
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Advanced Cardiac Imaging
Cleveland,
OH USA
1999
Fellowship - Saint Luke's/Roosevelt Hospital Center
Cardiology & Nuclear Cardiology
New York,
NY USA
1998
Residency - Saint Luke's/Roosevelt Hospital Center
Internal Medicine
New York,
NY USA
1995
Medical Education - American University of Beirut
Beirut,
Lebanon
1992
Undergraduate - American University of Beirut
Biology
Beirut,
Lebanon
1988
Professional Highlights
- Distinguished Teacher Award, Tomsich Family Department of Cardiovascular Medicine (2005)
Certifications
- Nuclear Cardiology
- Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
- Adult Comprehensive Echocardiography
Specialty Interests
Heart Valve Disease, Heart Valve Disease, Endocarditis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cardiovascular Imaging, Echocardiogram, Nuclear Imaging - Heart
Memberships
- American College of Cardiology
- American Heart Association,
- American Society of Nuclear Cardiology
- American Society of Echocardiography.
Research & Publications
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193 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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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 | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
53 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 3, 2021
Dr. Jaber has always been very forthcoming about my medical condition and explained everything I needed to know. He answered all my questions to my satisfaction.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2021
I love Dr. Jaber's knowledge and wonderful care, and ... his sense of humor! He has become not only a valued physician, but a caring friend!
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2021
My provider was "best in class". He had prepared for our appointments, knew my history, had whatever time I needed, inclusive of a last minute unplanned request to discuss a test outcome (he made himself immediately available). He is my Cardiologist for life.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2021
This physician is excellent! I have been going to him for years now and would recommend him to anyone in need of a cardiologist.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2021
I ALWAYS recommend Dr Jaber!
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2021
Even though my visit is only once a year, it's as if Dr. Jaber and I had discussed my health in the past few weeks. He had reviewed past visits and was aware that this was the 20th year I'd been a patient of his and the country where I had been on assignment when I first returned to Cleveland to see him. He's outstanding!
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2020
Dr. Jaber is very special, his an asset for all of us
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2020
Dr. Jabor was prepared for my visit. He had looked at my medical record in advance, and was able to share with me the results of my previous tests. He asked how I feel, and what I thought was the reason for such feelings. He did not seem to be in a rush to see the next patient, but spent sufficient time with me to discuss my health issues. Since we are in Naples and he is in Cleveland, he suggested Cleveland Clinic Florida where the stress test can be done, and requested the test be done by referencing a Weston, Fl. cardiologist. The stress test is scheduled to be done with the resultant outcome referred to him. Gave me the office telephone number to reach him for any questions. very pleased with him mannerism, professionalism, and expressed concerns. Felt I am in good hands.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2020
It was a very good experience with Dr. Jabbar and also with his assistant
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2020
Our visit with Dr. Jaber, starting with his nurse and the "MD Fellow" was very professional, positive and prompt. Our appointment with Dr. Jaber was super. He took the time, ordered the needed tests, and explained what was going on with me (the patient) and callled our home in Steubenville, Ohio the same day to give us the test results.
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2020
Dr. Jaber and his team are great people.
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2020
Dr. Jaber is exceptional as a physician and person!
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2020
I am so thankful for the care of the doctors and all the experts at the cleveland clinic. the confidence you feel for the decision to travel the distance to receive care is 100%.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2020
I have been a patient of Dr. Jaber for about 20 years. I can't imagine ever needing to go to another heart doctor. He is compassionate,caring and very knowledgeable. He makes you feel that you really matter to him. He takes time and answers all of your concerns.
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2020
Dr. Jaber is among the best Drs. I've interacted. He was knowledgeable, showed great concern to my well being and my concerns, listened attentively, provided options and statistics, listened to me think through the various solutions, and, most importantly, validated my thinking process. I left the hospital with confidence in on course of treatment. I'm very, very, glad that I was introduced to Dr. Jaber. He is my new doctor.
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2020
Dr. Jabber the greatest.
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2020
A very understanding, friendly, and courteous Doctor
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2020
I love the care that I have received from Dr. Jaber and his nurse.
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2020
I hav been seeing Dr Jaber for a while. he likes to move fast but knows when to pay attention and responds with excellent information
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2020
Great doc and service.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2020
Dr Jaber is tops. He is so caring and engaged in my health care. He is a 10!
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2020
Dr. Jaber deserves a raise. Not only is he a genius doctor, he's also a soccer maven and a literary guru who oozes cool, empathy and enthusiasm.
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2020
Dr. Jaber was wonderful!! First of all he is very professional and competent. And he was so personable and easy to communicate with. This was my first appointment with him and I was extremely impressed. Wished all medical providers were like him.
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2020
Dr. Jaber is just the best. Both my husband and I have seen him as well as my husband's brother. We all hold him in the highest regard.
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2020
LaWanda is my point of contact to navigate what otherwise seems would be a health care maze. she returns calls, is personable yet polite and courteous, makes me feel she really cares and that my health is I'm important. Dr. Jabor is also professional yet friendly, never appears rushed although I know he must be, also makes me feel important and well cared for.
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2020
CC saved my Mothers life as well as my own. I am vocal about that and have and will continue to push those who need care to your facilities and doctors.
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2020
Dr. Jaber is an asset to the staff and the one of the primary reasons I continually return to the Clinic. He is sensitive to his patient's needs, takes his time with each patient and puts every patient at ease. An excellent physician and human being.
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2020
Dr. Jaber has always listened to my concerns and questions and answered all of them. He has always been most courteous and I never felt hurried or that he was in a rush to complete my appt. and move on to the next patient.
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2020
love dr Wael
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2020
Dr.Jaber is very helpful and easy to talk with.
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2020
I'm 75. Dr Jaber is the absolute best doctor that I've ever had........
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2020
Dr. Jaber is a phenominal doctor who took charge of what needed to be done given my diagnoses. He is a gem and so is his assistant Lawonda. Thank you.
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2020
Dr. Jaber was outstanding. Provided very professional and personal care. Called me with my test results that day which was appreciated.
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2020
Dr Jaber was excellent in his care of me.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2020
Dr. Jaber is the best. Always a good experience!
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2020
Dr Wael Jaber and LaWanda Gater are very responsive
Reviewed on May 29, 2020
Dr Jaber is amazing. Smart and friendly
Reviewed on May 15, 2020
I am very pleased with the care I receive from Dr Jaber.
Reviewed on May 15, 2020
Outstanding office personnel..Dr. Jaber makes us feel very confident and is so thoughtful. could not be better
Reviewed on May 15, 2020
Exceptional, I would highly recommend Dr. Jaber.
Reviewed on May 15, 2020
I will be traveling from Montana for all my future visits just to be under the care of Dr Jaber.
Reviewed on May 8, 2020
Dr. Jaber is the best! He took the time to explain things to me and gave me advice on how to change my lifestyle so hopefully I can get off medication. He is the only one who has motivated me to lose weight yet he didn't belittle or berate me like others have done. I'm down 20lbs so far! I have a great respect for him and I'm lucky to have him as my cardiologist!
Reviewed on May 8, 2020
Experience was wonderful! Dr Jaber is very professional. Great experience. Thank you so much!
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2020
I was very impressed with Dr. Jaber. Very good demeanor and excellent job analyzing my condition and what to do
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2020
The doctor was extremely helpful in evaluating my current heart health and allaying any concerns that I had based on some previous testing. He spent more than adequate time with me in what was a very stressful. Because of covid 19. Actually, it was quite remarkable all of the time he spent with me and the services that were provided by his team.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2020
Dr.Jaber was so easy to talk with and discuss my situation. I have already recommended him numerous times!
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2020
ALL HOSPITAL / FACILITIES SHOULD HAVE DOCTORS LIKE DR. JABER.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2020
Dr Jaber is the best. I always feel at ease knowing he is dedicated to making sure I'm getting the gold standard of cardiac care. He leaves no stone unturned and always goes above and beyond making sure I have the most comprehensive understanding of test results and treatments.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2020
Dr. Jaber is an excellent physician. No complaints!
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2020
Dr. Jaber is an excellent physician who understands me, and my objectives. He, and others as necessary are providing unique care of the highest quality which allows me to achieve my life objectives.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2020
Dr. Jaber's secretary, Yolanda, is one of the most courteous, professional and helpful people that I know.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2020
I cold write a book about what a fantastic physician Dr. Jaber is. He has provided me with excellent medical care over many years regarding my cardiac health. In short, he is the best.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2020
Dr. Jaber always makes me feel good about my progress and is very personable towards me and my daughter. We both think he is the BEST and feel lucky that he is my doctor!