David Zisman, MD
Treatment & Services
- Bronchoscopy
- Chest X-Ray
- Clinical Trials
- Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Pulmonary Function Testing
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Connective Tissue Diseases
- Diffuse Cystic Lung Disease
- Emphysema
- End Stage Lung Disease
- Goodpasture Syndrome
- Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
- Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH)
- Lung Cancer
- Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM)
- Pneumonia
- Pulmonary Disease
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Sarcoidosis
- Scleroderma
- Vasculitis
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Dr. David Zisman is a board certified, fellowship-trained pulmonary critical care specialist with expertise in diagnosis and treatment of interstitial lung diseases and pulmonary fibrosis. Dr. Zisman earned his medical degree from the Universidad Central de Venezuela. A native of Caracas, Venezuela, Dr. Zisman moved to the United States to complete his Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Texas in Houston and his Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI. Afterwards, he obtained a Master of Science in Clinical Research at UCLA in Los Angeles, CA.
He founded and directed the Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Program at the University of Pennsylvania and later directed the clinical and research operations at the UCLA ILD program. He is a well-known expert in diagnosing and treating ILDs including pulmonary fibrosis, connective tissue disease associated ILDs (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis-ILD, scleroderma-ILD, myositis-ILD, and others), vasculitis lung disease and sarcoidosis. He has authored several high-impact scientific publications as well as book chapters. He is a national and international lecturer on idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and other ILDs.
In addition to providing patient care, Dr. Zisman is also an active member to various medical associations such as the American Thoracic Society and the American College of Chest Physicians. He’s bilingual, and speaks Spanish and English. This gives him an advantage of connecting with people in a personal way. He is thrilled to have settled in the Weston area where he spends his free time with his wife and three daughters.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2022
Education & Fellowships
Medical Education - Master of Science in Clinical Research
Los Angeles,
CA USA
2007
Fellowship - University of Michigan
Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Ann Arbor,
MI USA
1998
Residency - University of Texas at Houston
Internal Medicine
Houston,
TX USA
1995
Medical Education - Universidad Central de Venezuela
college and medical school integrated
Caracas,
Venezuela
1991
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine
- Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease
Research & Publications
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121 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.3 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
23 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 3, 2023
Dr. Zisman was extremely professional and kindVery pleased.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2023
Dr. Zisman is a very compassionate and caring physician
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023
Dr. Zisman is punctual. That's a huge feat at Cleveland Clinic. Total respect for patients, their time and caregivers who have to meet these appointments.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023
Dr. Zisman takes time and listens. He is one of the best doctors we have dealt with over the years at Cleveland Clinic. Top notch all of the way.
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2023
Dr. Zisman showed concern for my problems.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2023
Dr Zisman was amazing, would highly recommend him
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2023
Dr. D Visman bedside manners are top notch!!
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2023
Dr. Zisman was kind, courteous, great listener and very attentive to detail.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2023
Assistant and doctor very professional
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023
I was very impressed with Dr Zisman. His level of empathy, concern and interest was discernible, his thoroughness in asking questions, relating his observations and plan for care was very welcome.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023
The whole experience was wonderful and I would recommend Cleveland Clinic and Dr Kizman to my Family and friends.
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2023
Excellent doctor, caring and really concern
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2023
Excellent experience. All personnel and the doctor demonstrated care, consern and professionalism to my needs ko
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2023
Drs. David Pendlebury and Dr. Daniela, like Dr. David Zisman, were comprehensive, attentive, and above all very trained.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
I had an amazing experience with Dr. Zisman was very professional, caring, gentle and knowledgeable.I'm more than thankful and satisfied with him.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2022
Dr zisman was very professional and helpful I'm very happy to have met him.
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2022
Very caring doctor
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2022
I am very satisfied with dr Zisman visit. He is very polite and listen attentively to his patient. He was taking time to check my condition and also to answer my questions.
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2022
All staff was excellent Doctor was very informative and understanding. Explained everything perfectly.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2022
The nurse was excellent and the Dr.was Outstanding!
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022
Dr Zisman is a very super Dr. He's very knowledgeable
Reviewed on May 19, 2022
Dr. Z, awesome
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2022
Dr Zisman was wonderful answered allMy questions