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Department Cardiovascular Medicine
Primary Location Hillcrest Medical Building 1
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil
Surgeon No
Locations Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Heart Transplant
  • Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
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Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Heart Failure
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Biography

About Preethi William, MD

Preethi William, MD, is an advanced heart failure and geriatric cardiologist in the Section of Regional Cardiovascular Medicine in the Tomsich Family Department of Cardiovascular Medicine of The Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute.

Specialty Interests: Cardiac Manifestations of systemic diseases such as Infiltrative inflammatory-amyloid sarcoid Fabry myocarditis, familial cardiomyopathies, peripartum cardiomyopathy, advanced heart failure (Management of LVAD, Transplant, Palliative care), geriatric cardiology

Experience: Dr. William is board certified in internal medicine, geriatrics, echocardiography, cardiology and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology.

Dr. William specializes in caring for patients with advanced cardiomyopathy, heart failure, geriatric cardiology, transplant cardiology and mechanical circulatory devices. She also does echocardiography and right heart catheterization.

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. William is a graduate of Vinayaka Missions Medical College, Karaikal, India. She completed her internal medicine residency at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, where she served as a chief medical resident. She pursued fellowship training in geriatrics at the University of Arizona to aid her understanding of aging pathophysiology, geriatric syndromes and advance care planning for these complex patients. She continued her specialty training at University of Arizona’s Sarver Heart Center with a fellowship in cardiology, serving as chief fellow. To strengthen her knowledge and expertise in advanced cardiomyopathies, she completed a fellowship in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology at the University of Utah Hospitals, Salt Lake City.

Prior to Dr. William’s 2022 appointment to the Cleveland Clinic medical staff, she was clinical assistant professor at the University of Arizona Sarver Heart Center and a cardiologist with the advanced heart failure, mechanical circulatory support and transplant cardiology team at Banner – University Medical Center, Tucson.

Research, Publications and Speaking: Dr. William has participated in cardiac registries and clinical trials of new treatments for heart failure and has coauthored a number of papers published in leading peer-reviewed cardiology journals, primarily related to the management of complex cardiomyopathies and hemodynamic problems. She has been an invited speaker at numerous local cardiology meetings and has lectured and presented research posters at national cardiology conferences.

About Dr. William: “As an academic cardiologist, I manage patients with complex heart conditions using evidence-based precision medicine. I love to serve the community, and so I enjoy a fulfilling vocation. I find it gratifying to make a difference in people’s lives, knowing that they are cared for and supported during their most vulnerable times. With curiosity, kindness and compassion, I collaborate with my colleagues to advocate for my patients.”

Leisure Activities: Outside of work, Dr. William finds fulfillment spending time with her family at home, church and performing community outreach. She also enjoys experimenting with multicuisine cooking recipes.

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2022

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - University of Utah Health Care
Advanced heart failure & Transplant Cardiology
Salt Lake City, UT
2019

Fellowship - UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
Cardiovascular Disease
Tucson, AZ United States
2018

Fellowship - University of Arizona
Geriatric fellowship
Tucson,
2015

Residency - University of Arizona
Chief resident- Internal Medicine
Tucson,
2014

Residency - University of Arizona
Internal Medicine
Tucson,
2013

Medical Education - Vinayaka Missions Medical College
Karaikal, India
2006

Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine
  • Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
  • Internal Medicine
  • Adult Transthoracic Echocardiology
  • Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

Awards & Honors

  • 2022 Best On call Faculty Award, Cardiology Fellows, Sarver Heart Center, Tucson, AZ
  • 2020 Best Faculty Teaching Award, Cardiology Fellows, Sarver Heart Center, Tucson, AZ
  • 2018 Cardiology Fellow of the Year, Southern Arizona Veterans Affairs Healthcare System, Tucson, AZ
  • 2017 Outstanding Fellow of the Year, University of Arizona Department of Medicine South Campus, Tucson, AZ
  • 2014 Resident/Fellow of the Year, American College of Physicians, Phoenix, AZ
  • 2013 National Poster Winner, “Statins and Autoimmune Disorders,” American College of Physicians
  • 2012 Third-Place Poster, “Calcific Uremic Arteriolopathy- An Atherosclerotic Masquerade,” American College of Physicians
  • 2012 T. Boyer Award for Excellence in Geriatric Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ
  • 2012 Internal Medicine Program Director’s Award for Outstanding Professionalism & Humanism, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, AZ
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

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Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

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As of 9/19/2024, Dr. William has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. 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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Patient Satisfaction Reviews

111 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
4.8 out of 5
Explains 4.7
Listens 4.6
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.8
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.7

20 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2024

Treatment plan is not yet determined pending further testing.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2024

I was very happy to meet Dr. William. She came highly recommended to me by Dr. Martin Wiseman, who I trust completely. Dr. William was professional, courteous and explained all issues in a clear manner. She was aware of my past medical problems and took those into consideration while explaining her reasons for ordering further medical tests.

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2024

Wonderful visit. The doctor listened carefully snd took as much time as we needed

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2024

Dr. William is the best doctor I have come across! Her caring and knowledge is unbelievable!

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2024

It was a joy to meet Dr. Williams. She took the time to answer all my questions and presented many ways to control the CHF. She is very caring.

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024

Dr Williams is a great cardiologist. She is very knowledgeable, has a personality, and has wit. I enjoy seeing her. Very committed to her profession. I like her very much.

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024

You guys r outstanding. And doctor Williams and staff make it great.

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2024

The Dr took care of the issue with her phone immediately

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2024

Dr. William and team are very thorough. They treat us with the upmost respect.

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2024

From the scheduler to the nursing assistant to the doctor: a wonderful team that takes great care of me.

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2024

Whenever I'm in contact with her she is very professional

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2024

We will likely not be seeing Dr. Williams again. She passed off the continuing lab work orders to the PCP at the home. She did not seem interested in following up to ensure that the CHF does not get any worse. I don't see what good any future visits with her would do.

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2024

Dr. Preethi William is an excellent cardiologist. She is very thorough, has a fantastic bedside manner, takes all the time you need to answer questions and/or address concerns, and is extremely professional yet very easy to talk to. She is the best! I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a cardiologist!

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2024

Being old-fashioned, I still prefer in-person visits with a doctor. However, Dr. William took plenty of time with me and addressed all of my health questions and concerns regardless of it being a virtual appointment. It took a while before I was referred to Dr. William, but once I was, she knew exactly what she needed to do for me: which tests to run and prescribed medications and a referral to the Chronic Care Unit.

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024

Doctor took her time snd answered all questions thoroughly

Reviewed on May 8, 2024

Dr. William is the best, most attentive doctor that we have had. Would highly recommend !

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2024

Dr. William is great, makes me feel comfortable.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2024

We absolutely LOVE Dr William! We feel very comfortable with her and have all the confidence in the world in her

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2024

Dr wiiiams was very good and professional.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024

Discussion not held on further testing or seeing a specialist or If all medications are o.k. Some alternative medication was mentioned but no answer or follow up discussed

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