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Department Cardiovascular Medicine
Primary Location Mercy Hospital
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English
Surgeon No
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Mercy Hospital

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330.588.4676
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Biography

About Pei Jun Zhao, MD

Pei Zhao, MD, MPH, is a heart failure and transplantation medicine specialist in the Section of Regional Cardiovascular Medicine of The Tomsich Family Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. He sees patients at Mercy Hospital.

Specialty Interests: Heart failure, mechanical circulatory support, heart transplantation, pulmonary hypertension, general cardiology, preventive cardiology, public health

Experience: Dr. Zhao has specialized expertise in heart failure and transplantation medicine. He is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.

Success Rates: Cleveland Clinic Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute is nationally and internationally renowned for the world’s best cardiovascular care, drawing patients from across the country and around the world. To learn about patient outcomes for specific conditions and procedures at Cleveland Clinic, go to: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/outcomes/358-institute-summary

Education: Dr. Zhao earned his doctorate in medicine from Western University, London, Ontario, Canada, and a master’s in public health from Harvard University, Boston. He completed his residency in cardiology at Western University and a fellowship in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology at The Johns Hopkins Hospital of The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore.

Dr. Zhao joined the Cleveland Clinic medical staff on completion of his fellowship in 2024.

Research, Publications and Speaking:
Dr. Zhao’s research interests include cardiovascular risk assessment and prevention, particularly related to heart failure and post-transplantation medicine. He is a coauthor on scientific papers in these fields published in leading Canadian and American cardiovascular medicine journals.

About Dr. Zhao: “It is a privilege to care for people with heart conditions. As a cardiologist specializing in heart failure and transplant cardiology, I am passionate about personalized prevention and treatment of heart failure at all stages.”

Leisure Activities: In his leisure time Dr. Zhao enjoys reading, music and running.
Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2024

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Johns Hopkins Hospital
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Baltimore, MD United States
2024

Fellowship - Western University-Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Cardiology
London, ON Canada
2023

Graduate School - Harvard University
Boston, MA
2020

Residency - Western University-Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Internal Medicine
London, ON Canada
2020

Medical Education - Western University
London, ON Canada
2017

Undergraduate - University of Toronto
Life Sciences, Mathematics
CANADA, ON Canada
2013

Certifications

  • Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease

Awards & Honors

  • 2017 Meds Class of ’55 Prize, Convocation Award, Western University
    2013 Prince Philip Gold Medal, Bachelor of Science Convocation Award, University of Toronto
    2010 Queen Elizabeth II “Aiming for the Top” Scholarship, Government of Ontario, Canada
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

See publications for Pei Jun Zhao, MD.

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Patient Satisfaction Reviews

32 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 5
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 4.9

7 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2025

Dr Zhao is a very able Doctor he listened to my problem then gave a very thorough diagnosis and remedy.

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2024

It's nice to have a doctor that really listens to my concerns and gives me thorough explanations easy to understand Makes sense Thank you

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2024

Dr. Zhao was very attentive and respectful. He answered my questions with patience and obvious knowledge. I never felt that he was in a hurry to be done with me to move on to the next person or task. He was open to my ideas about my health, what drugs I take or don't take, etc.

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2024

Treated very well by the cardio physician, Dr. Pei Jun and staff.

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024

Wonderful doctor,explained everything to me

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024

Amazing doctor,very thorough in explaining all

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2024

I feel I am in good care with this provider. I trust my care with them. They listened to my questions and answer. Made sense of what they said. That means a lot. Thank you

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