Leonard Calabrese, DO
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.5632
- Desk:
- 216.444.5258
- Fax:
- 216.636.7604
Additional Locations
Treatment & Services
- Administration of Injectable Medications for Osteoporosis
- Adult Rheumatology
- Bone Density Testing
- Clinical Trials
- Cortisone Injections
- Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA)
- General Rheumatology
- Hyaluronic Acid (HA)
- Hyaluronic Acid Injections
- Immunoglobulin Infusion
- Immunology
- Immunotherapy
- Infusion Therapy
- Infusions of Biologic Agents on Site
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Joint Preservation Center
- Medical Management of Early Osteoarthritis
- Medication Management
- Musculoskeletal Evaluation
- Musculoskeletal Medicine
- Musculoskeletal Treatment for Joint Pain
- Osteoporosis Diagnosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: How to Treat
- Rheumatology
- Therapeutic Injections
- Ultrasound-Guided Procedures
- Viscosupplementation
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Arthritis of the Hip
- Arthritis of the Knee
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Arthritis of the Thumb Base
- Autoimmune Disease
- Autoinflammatory Syndromes
- Behcet's Disease
- Benign Hypermobility Joint Syndrome
- Buerger's Disease
- Bursitis
- Calcification Tendinitis
- Calcinosis
- Central Nervous System Vasculitis
- Chondrocalcinosis (Pseudo Gout)
- Churg-Strauss Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Diseases
- Connective Tissue Disorders
- Cryoglobulinemia
- Dermatomyositis
- Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF)
- General Infectious Diseases
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Gout
- Gout Arthritis
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (Wegener’s)
- Hand Pain
- Hand Problems
- Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Hip Disorders
- Hip Pain
- Immunodeficiency
- Immunosuppression
- Iritis
- Joint Pain
- Knee Joint Disorders
- Knee Pain
- Lupus
- Lupus Anticoagulant
- Lupus Nephritis
- Metabolic Bone Disease
- Metabolic Diseases
- Microscopic Polyangiitis (MPA)
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Musculoskeletal Impairments
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myositis
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the Hips in the Elderly
- Osteoarthritis of the Knees in the Elderly
- Painful Joints
- Palindromic Rheumatism
- Panuveitis
- Polyarteritis Nodosa
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyositis
- Pseudogout
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Radiculopathy
- Raynaud's Phenomenon
- Reactive Arthritis
- Relapsing Polychondritis
- Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis and Heart Disease
- Sacroiliitis
- Sarcoidosis
- Scleritis
- Scleroderma
- Shoulder Pain
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Spondylitis
- Spondyloarthropathy
- Spondylosis
- Steroid-Induced Osteoporosis
- Systemic Autoimmune Diseases
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Tendinosis
- Tendonitis
- Tenosynovitis
- Trigger Finger
- Vasculitis
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View All PlansAbout Leonard Calabrese, DO
Leonard H. Calabrese, DO, heads Cleveland Clinic's Section of Clinical Immunology and manages its Clinical Immunology Clinic. He specializes in diseases of the immune system -- in particular, immunodeficiency diseases, such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and other chronic viral infections, which are the subject of both clinical care and investigation. Dr. Calabrese is also Co-director of the Center for Vasculitis Care and Research and has a particular interest in vascular inflammatory disease of the central nervous system.
A graduate of the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences , Dr. Calabrese performed his internal medicine training at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, followed by a fellowship in rheumatic and immunologic disease. He has been a staff member in Cleveland Clinic's Department of Rheumatic and Immunologic Diseases since 1980.
Recipient of numerous awards and honors, Dr. Calabrese has received an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, the Phillips Medal of Public Service from the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, the Bruce Hubbard Stewart Award for humanitarianism and Leonard Tow Humanitarianism in Medicine award from the Arnold P Goldman MD Foundation. He holds the R.J. Fasenmeyer Chair of Clinical Immunology and is the director of the RJ Fasenmyer Center for Clinical Immunology. When he was awarded the Theodore F. Classen, DO Chair in Osteopathic Research and Education in 2008 he became the first dual-chair holder in Cleveland Clinic history.
Dr. Calabrese is a member of many professional societies, including the American Association of Immunology, Clinical Immunology Society and the International AIDS Society and the American Osler Society. He is a fellow of the American College of Rheumatology, American College of Physicians and the American College of Sports Medicine.
Dr. Calabrese has lectured nationally and internationally on the subjects of HIV, immunology and rheumatology and is the author of more than 300 published peer-reviewed articles, book chapters and reviews.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1980
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Immunologic Disease
Cleveland,
OH USA
1980
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1978
Internship - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1976
Medical Education - Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences University of Health Sciences
Kansas City,
MO USA
1975
Undergraduate - John Carroll University
University Heights,
OH USA
1971
Professional Highlights
- R.J. Fasenmeyer Chair of Clinical Immunology
- Theodore F. Classen, DO Chair in Osteopathic Research and Education
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine - Rheumatology
Specialty Interests
Vasculitis, HIV/AIDS, Rhematic aspects of viral infections Vasculitis, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C
Awards & Honors
- Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
- Bruce Hubbard Stewart Award for humanitarianism
- Phillips Medal of Public Service, Ohio University
Memberships
- American College of Physicians
- American College of Rheumatology
- American Osler Society
- Clinical Immunology Society
Research & Publications
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As of 8/24/2023, Dr. Calabrese 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.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Calabrese receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- AbbVie, Inc.
- Galvani Bioelectronics Limited
- UCB, SA
- Amgen, Inc.
- Johnson & Johnson
- Sanofi Pasteur Inc.
- AstraZeneca
- GlaxoSmithKline plc.
Donation of Financial Interest. Dr. Calabrese has consulted for, received compensation for serving as a fiduciary from, or received royalties from the following companies but instructed them to donate all compensation to not-for-profit causes or to the Cleveland Clinic to support research and education:
- Bristol-Myers Squibb
Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.
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39 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
13 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024
Excellent experience. Dr. Calabrese is very knowledgeable and understanding. I appreciate his suggestions and support
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2024
Dr. Calabrese has the best qualities of a great physician. 1. Years of clinical experience 2. Extremely smart. 3.empathy-compassion
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2023
My experience with Dr Calabrese all around was excellent.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2023
Dr. Calabrese assessment was the most thorough assessment I have had for my particular diagnosis. He addressed other areas of concern that are linked to the illness I have and educated me on treatment modalities and plan of care for the future. Excellent.
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2023
Dr Calabrese is very compassionate and caring and helpful
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2023
Dr. Calabrese is a fantastic doctor. He doesn't sugar coat anything, and I have leaned on him heavily to find answers when no one else could.
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2023
Probably the best doctors appointment I have ever had
Reviewed on May 23, 2023
During the time I've been a patient at CC, Dr Calabrese is the only person that has ever expressed an Interest In and appreciation for me as a human being beyond being a sick person and a subset of symptoms.
Reviewed on May 23, 2023
Dr. Calabrese->exceptional clinician w/excellent diagnostic skill and clear compassionate communication skill
Reviewed on May 9, 2023
Betsy Kirchner is an outstanding caregiver! Professional, thoughtful, knowledgeable and kind, Betsy is a huge asset to this practice. Were I to leave Cleveland I would fly back just to continue my care with her and Dr. Calabrese!
Reviewed on May 9, 2023
Dr Calabrese contacted me after I was originally scheduled with a PA. My diagnosis required a higher level of care. He and Betsy are aware of all patients scheduled in their department and make sure they are provided with appropriate level of care.
Reviewed on May 9, 2023
Dr Calabrese listened to every symptom concern with empathy and understanding of my 12 year journey. He clearly explained plan of care moving forward and the reasons for the decisions. He also did a thorough physical exam. Majority of doctors today will never have a patient put on a gown and do a complete review of systems. We talked about how the mind,body and spiritual connection provides a sense of well being with chronic lifelong complex health issues.I was provided additional educational resources to attend from home. Most importantly, at the end of appointment he asked again if we covered everything I came to see him for. Amazing. He is making a global impact in the fields of rheumatology, immunology and chronic pain.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023
Doc was great as he always is.