Lakshmi Potakamuri, MD
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Lakshmi Potakamuri, MD, is a staff cardiologist in the Section of Regional Cardiovascular Medicine in The Tomsich Family Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. He sees patients at Mercy Hospital.
Specialty Interests: Invasive and preventive cardiology; high blood pressure; stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation; heart failure; valvular heart disease; coronary artery disease; hyperlipidemia/high cholesterol; palpitations; heart murmur; endocarditis; diagnostic cardiology, including cardiac catheterization, exercise stress testing, nuclear stress test, dobutamine stress echo, transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), transthoracic echocardiography (TTE), tilt table testing, Holter and event monitor reading;
Experience: Dr. Potakamuri is experienced in caring for patients with all types of cardiovascular disease as well as helping those with cardiac risk factors improve their cardiovascular health to reduce their risk of heart attack or stroke. He is board certified in internal medicine, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiovascular computed tomography (CT) and cardiovascular disease.
Success Rates: Cleveland Clinic is nationally ranked and globally recognized as the world leader in cardiovascular care. To learn about patient outcomes for specific conditions and procedures at Cleveland Clinic, go to http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/about-heart-vascular-institute/treatment-outcomes.aspx
Education: Dr. Potakamuri earned his degree in medicine from Gandhi Medical College, Secunderabad, India, and his general surgery degree from Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal, India. He completed his internal medicine residency at Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital, Mount Vernon, N.Y., where he was chief resident in his last year of training.
He received his specialty training as a cardiology fellow at Aultman Hospital/Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, Ohio. Dr. Potakamuri was selected as chief cardiology fellow for his final fellowship year and joined the Mercy Hospital staff at its completion.
Research, Publications and Speaking: Dr. Potakamuri has coauthored papers published online and in peer-reviewed medical journals. He has presented research posters and abstracts at national medical meetings, including the American College of Physicians and has been a co-presenter at the annual meeting of The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions.
Dr. Potakamuri also is an active community volunteer, participating in community outreach programs to increase awareness of chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and stroke and the importance of lifestyle choices and health screenings for disease prevention.
About Dr. Potakamuri: “I very much enjoy practicing diagnostic, invasive and preventive cardiology. I find all aspects of my specialty rewarding, in particular being able to identify risk factors for heart disease early in a patient’s life and help them change the lifestyle behaviors that can positively impact their overall cardiovascular health.”
Leisure Activities: In his leisure time, Dr. Potakamuri enjoys spending time with his children and other family members and watching sports.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2021
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Canton Medical Education Foundation
Cardiovascular Disease
Canton,
OH
2021
Residency - Mount Vernon Hospital (New York)
Internal Medicine
Mount Vernon,
NY United States
2010
Medical Education - Gandhi Medical College
Secunderabad Andhra Pradesh,
India
2000
Certifications
- Cardiovascular Computed Tomography
- Adult Echocardiography
- Nuclear Cardiology
- Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
Awards & Honors
- 2006-2007 Best Physician Award, Yashoda Hospital, Hyderabad, India
Research & Publications
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138 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.7 |
15 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025
Dr. Potakamuri is a very caring and knowledgeable doctor. He pays attention to my history and listens to my concerns. More importantly, he takes appropriate action regarding treatment and medications
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025
Dr. Potakamuri is outstanding. As was Dr. Heather Lee and Dr. Lauer
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2025
Dr. Patakamuri, in my opinion is the best physician that I have ever been to. He cares about his patients and is very compassionate. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a cardiologist.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2025
As stated previously Dr. Patakamuri is the best physician I have ever seen. Highly recommend him to anyone seeking a cardiologist.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2024
Very impressed with Dr. P. I only seen him one time before, and he treated me like a long time friend. Also very astute and concerned about me
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2024
First time to see this doctor and was very pleased with him.
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2024
My heart dr lp is fantastic he is so nice and takes his time with me he explains everything to a tee he is great
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2024
Everyone of the staff was very helpful and friendly and the doctor was amazing !!
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2024
Would recommend them to anyone that needs great physician !!
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2024
I've been seen by Dr Potakamuri several times already in the past few years. I trust him with my care. He always listens to my concerns.
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024
I was pleased with my visit until I read Dr. Potakamuri's notes. There were several blatant inaccuracies and I was disappointed to see that.
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2024
This was the first time I actually had the appointment with my doctor. He is very interactive and discussed all my concerns
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2024
I would N/A promptness in return because there was no return call. The Dr. Is very professional and informative.
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2024
Dr P was very attentive and personable.
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2024
Doctor was wonderful