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Department Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English, Sinhala
Surgeon No
Locations
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Primary Location

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Appointment:
216.444.6568
Desk:
216.444.3672
Fax:
216.444.3474
Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Blood Tests
  • Cardiovascular Disease Risk Prevention
  • Medical Weight Management
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Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Acanthosis Nigricans
  • Diabetes - Type 2
  • Goiter
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Metabolic Syndrome
  • Obesity
  • Reactive Hypoglycemia
  • Thyroid and Pregnancy
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Biography

About Peminda Cabandugama, MD

Dr Cabandugama is from Colombo, Sri Lanka but has been living, studying and working in the US since 2003.He completed his undergraduate degree (Bsc [Hons]) with a double major (Cell and Molecular Biology/Allied Health) and a minor (Biochemistry) at Winona State University in Winona, MN. He then went on to get a MD from St George's University, Grenada West Indies.

Dr Cabandugama completed his residency in Internal Medicine (including a 4th year Chief Residency) at Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center in Brooklyn, NY. He then went on to do his fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at the University of Missouri-Columbia in Columbia, MO.

Dr Cabandugama is board certified in Internal Medicine; Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism and Obesity Medicine

His interests are Weight Management and management of Diabetes Mellitus Type 2

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2022

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - University of Missouri
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (IM)
Columbia, MO United States
2017

Residency - Woodhull Medical & Mental Health Center
Internal Medicine
Brooklyn, NY
2015

Medical Education - St George's University School of Medicine
Grenada West Indies, Grenada
2011

Undergraduate - Winona State University
Double Major: Cell and Molecular Biology/Allied Health, Minor: Biochemistry
Winona, MN United States
2006

Additional Training


Professional Highlights

  • Chair-Elect, Clinical Practice Section, The Obesity Society (TOS), 2024-present
  • Director of Digital Obesity, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland OH, 2022-present
  • Faculty, Obesity Fellowship, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland OH, 2022-present
  • Vice President, Midwest Obesity Society, 2019-2023
  • Member of The Obesity Society (TOS) Spokesperson Network, 2021-present
  • Member of Obesity Medical Association (OMA) Outreach Committee, 2021-2023 
  • Member of Advisory Board, Midwest Obesity Society, 2018-present 
  • Member of the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) Item Writing Committee, 2021-2022
  • Associate Program Director, Endocrine Fellowship Program, University of Missouri- Kansas City School of Medicine, 2017-2019

Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
  • Obesity Medicine
  • Internal Medicine

Specialty Interests

Weight Management -Diabetes Mellitus Type 2/Type 1 (non-pump) -Hypothyroidism/Hyperthyroidism -Thyroid disease with pregnancy

Awards & Honors

  • Excellence in Teaching Award-Best Endocrinology Teaching Faculty for UMKC Endocrinology Fellowship Program 2020-2021; University of Missouri-Kansas City
  • Excellence in Teaching Award- Top 10% of Teaching Faculty for UMKC Internal Medicine Residency Program 2020-2021; University of Missouri-Kansas City
  • Recipient- Golden Key International Honors (2006)
  • Recipient-Tri-beta Honors (2006)Recipient-Dr. E. W. Haesley Scholarship for exceptional promise as a Pre-Medical Student (2005)

Innovations & Patents


Memberships

  • Midwest Obesity Society (Founding Member)
  • American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM)
  • The Obesity Society (TOS)
  • Obesity Medical Association (OMA)
  • Endocrine Society
  • American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
  • Committee of Interns and Residents (CIR)
  • Golden Key International Honor Society
  • Tri-beta Honor Society, Winona State University, MN
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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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 3/26/2024, Dr. Cabandugama 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

273 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
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

50 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2024

I was very pleased with the dr and much he cared

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2024

Dr Cam is fantastic! I would recommend him to anyone who had endocrine issues. He is very caring and very capable. I believe in him 100%.

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024

Dr. C is very knowledgeable and informative

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2024

Dr C is very friendly, knowledgeable, and compassionate. He is completely professional and caring

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2024

Support staff and the doctor are both wonderful.

Reviewed on May 31, 2024

He is the kindest Doctor and listened to all my concerns.

Reviewed on May 28, 2024

Dr C is very popular with an excellent reputation. I live in Youngstown and he drives from Pittsburgh to service this area and is here 3 days a week. He was worth the wait

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

Doctor provided me with ample time, answered all my questions, and explained everything carefully. He is a wonderful physician.

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Dr C is excellent, caring, and patient.

Reviewed on May 3, 2024

Wonderful doctor. Caring, empathetic, puts you at ease.

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

I trust and respect the Cleveland Clinic and Dr C. Along with my 1st virtual visit ever just confirmed why I chose Cleveland Clinic .

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024

Great staff and Dr C. He is a excellent doctor. Listen to all my questions

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024

Life changing experience with the doctor. Thank you

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024

The doctor explained everything in detail. Not once but twice.. & wrote it down for me to use daily.

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2024

Very nice caring physician!

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2024

Great doctor. Always pleasant and informative in your program.

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2024

Doctor explained and answered all my questions. Addressed every concern I had.

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2024

Dr. C is top notch!

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

I am extremely and overly satisfied to have Dr Camagumda as my Endocrinologist. He is outstanding! He listens to everything I say and answers all of my questions so I can understand it. He makes me feel comfortable and very well secure with my as my physician.

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2024

Dr. C is friendly and easy to work with.

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2024

Dr C was excellent! He spent time with me, answered all my questions and concerns, and made me feel valued as a patient that he is invested in my care and gave me 100% during my visit.

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2024

Dr. C is the best!! He's attentive, addresses my concerns, and provides great feedback for future success. He always has a positive attitude.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2024

I am very happy with Cleveland clinic, the physicians there are excellent very professional and it helped me with my medical issues to Great satisfactory satisfactory

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2024

Dr. Cabandugama was very detailed in his evaluation and explained treatment plan to us . Julie was So helpful in getting us online . She really took the time to help us with each step !

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2024

Very direct and kind. Professional answers all question but is very clear with instruction! One of the best Dr encounters I have ever add.

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2023

Learned more about a concern in this session, than previous face-to-face visits with my primary care dr over the past 3 years.

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2023

I am very impressed with the quality of care I received. I look forward to many years of care from Dr.Cabandugama.

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2023

Dr. C listened to my medicine history and put me on the drugs that would do the best job. My sugar level tests have already dropped substantially.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023

Dr. C is very thorough and complete in his explanations of the examination, test results and any resulting care he orders.

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2023

I like Dr. C very much.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023

Dr C and Julie have helped me so much, they're just stellar. I've been with this office a year and I'm so so grateful.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2023

Dr C is always ver patient with me

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2023

Dr C's office staff is fantastic!

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2023

Dr C is very positive and encouraging. Easy to talk with listens to my concerns and addresses them completely and in a way I understand.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2023

The Dr. Listens to your needs and shows empathy and total professionalism.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2023

Wonderful doctor

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2023

Very caring, asked me if I had any questions or concerns, he listened to me!!! Most doctors don't even care, This Dr. Does!

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2023

Dr. C is always caring and explains everything in a way that is easily understood. He always makes sure that I am comfortable and takes time to answer any questions!

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2023

He is the kindest most understanding Doctor I've met

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2023

Dr. C was fantastic. He handled my visit with great care. I cried because I was terrified but he was calm and compassionate. Everyone deserves that level of care, respect, understanding, and kindness.

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2023

We always have a great experience with this doctor. He takes his time in the room with us and explains things well and answers all of our questions, sometimes a couple times!

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2023

Dr. Listened to me and my history and explained everything. Very good appointment

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2023

Dr. Cabandugama is excellent. He is personable and compassionate. I always feel heard and my concerns addressed after our appointments.

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2023

He listens to all our questions & give's understanding answers! He doesn't tell us this is the way you have to do it. He listens & helps us decide the BEST way! & we have recommended Dr C!!!

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2023

The dr is very knowledgeable and listens to any questions and concerns I may have compassionately and with great care. His bedside mannerisms are excellent and he has abundant patience throughout the visit. He truly cares about my wellbeing. I would recommend him to anyone.

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2023

Dr. Was very good at asking questions and informing me of my sickness

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2023

First visit with the doctor,he was very easy to talk with about my medical needs

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2023

Very nice dr.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2023

This was my first visit with Dr. Cabandugama & he was excellent. He went over a treatment plan with me & discussed various treatment options.

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2023

Really fantastic manner. He's very capable and took care to make sure I understood everything and that any questions were answered. I was impressed with him

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