Eric Weiss, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston Hospital
- Appointment:
- 877.463.2010
- Fax:
- 954.659.5252
Additional Locations
Colorectal Surgery
Coral Springs Family Health and Surgery Center
5701 University Drive
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Directions
- Appointment:
- 877.463.2010
- Fax:
- 954.659.5252
Treatment & Services
- Abdominal Perineal Resection
- Advanced Polypectomy
- Colectomy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Treatment
- Colorectal Surgery
- Fecal Diversion
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Perineal Resection
- Laparoscopic Colon Resection
- Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery
- Laparoscopic Rectopexy
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Laparoscopic Surgery for Digestive Diseases
- Laparoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Pediatric Total Abdominal Colectomy
- Polypectomy
- Rectopexy
- Re-Do Rectal Surgery
- Resection of Colon Diseases
- Resection of Rectal Diseases
- Robotic Colorectal Surgery
- Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy
- Stoma Surgery
- Surgery
- Surgery for Crohn's Disease
- Surgery for Pilonidal Cyst
- Surgical Endoscopy and Endoscopic Procedures
- Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM)
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Anal Abscesses
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Fissures
- Anal Pain
- Anorectal Disease
- Bowel Incontinence
- Cancer
- Colon Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer
- Crohn's Disease
- Enterocutaneous Fistula
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP)
- Hemorrhoids
- Hidradenitis
- Hirschsprung's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Large Intestine Cancer
- Paget's Disease
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Pouchitis
- Presacral Tumors
- Rectal Abscess
- Rectal Bleeding
- Rectal Cancer
- Rectal Prolapse
- Rectovaginal Fistulas
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Ulcerative Colitis
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View All PlansAbout Eric Weiss, MD
Eric G. Weiss, MD, is the DIO and Chairman of Graduate Medical Education at Cleveland Clinic Florida, as well as the Residency Program Director of the Colorectal Training program, one of the largest training programs in the country. He currently serves on the Residency Review Committee for Colon and Rectal Surgery. He is also the Director of Surgical Endoscopy.
Dr. Weiss holds academic appointments as Assistant Professor of Surgery at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation Health Sciences Center of the Ohio State University and Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida.
He has published more than 200 manuscripts, more than 40 textbook chapters and more than 400 lectures throughout the United States and the world.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1997
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic Florida
Colon & Rectal Surgery
Weston,
FL USA
1994
Residency - Albert Einstein Medical Center
Surgery
Philadelphia,
PA USA
1993
Internship - Albert Einstein Medical Center
Surgery
Philadelphia,
PA USA
1989
Medical Education - Temple University School of Medicine
Philadelphia,
PA USA
1988
Undergraduate - Pennsylvania State University
University Park,
PA USA
1984
Professional Highlights
- Program Director in Colorectal Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Florida
- Chairman of Graduate Medical Education and DIO at Cleveland Clinic Florida
Certifications
- Surgery - General Surgery
- Colon and Rectal Surgery
Specialty Interests
Surgical endoscopy and endoscopic procedures, laparoscopic surgery for digestive diseases, crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis
Awards & Honors
- Named one of Americas Top Surgeons
- Named one of Super Docs of South Florida
Memberships
- American College of Surgeons
- American Society of Colon And Rectal Surgery
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
- International Society of Laparoscopic Colorectal Disease
- International Society of University Colon and Rectal Surgeons
Research & Publications
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As of 1/9/2023, Dr. Weiss 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. Weiss 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:
- Colospan Ltd.
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.
* 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.
257 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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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 | |
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Explains | 4.8 | |
Listens | 4.6 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
41 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Aug 3, 2023
Dr Weiss is the absolutely the best!Great staff and experience at the procedure center at Coral Springs as well!
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2023
Again, I always trust Dr. Weiss for the best care and outcome!
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2023
Okay, no further comments at this time.
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2023
Dr.weiss is a really good dr.
Reviewed on May 10, 2023
I couldn't ask for any more attention on my situation from the entire staff of Dr. Weiss. Thank you.
Reviewed on May 10, 2023
I know I'm in good hands with Dr. Weiss. Thank you.
Reviewed on May 3, 2023
Excellent office and I really enjoyed meeting Dr. Weiss.
Reviewed on May 1, 2023
Dr Eric Weiss is a wonderful professional Doctor. My husband and I having been seen by him for over 20 years. We would definitely recommend him .
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023
Dr. Weiss is one of my favorite doctors.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023
I am a child abuse survivor with severe PTSD. I couldn't stop crying the entire time I was there. Dr. Weiss was very kind to me and understanding. He operated on me years ago and saved my life. I will forever be grateful to him! I recommend him to anyone that needs him. I also drive almost 4 hrs (roundtrip) becasue I trust him. Thank u Dr. Weiss!!
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2023
Excellent doctors
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2023
Dr. Weiss is highly professional and conscientious.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2023
Doctor Weiss was very professional attentive, and patient. Excellent experience.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2023
As I said, Doctor Weiss was very professional, attentive, and patient. Excellent experience overall.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2023
My overall experience was great. Dr. Weiss seems very nice professional staff is very nice and professional. I feel confident in his work and being my doctor.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2023
Best hospital I have ever been to in my life, entire staff was is very pleasant all the time and Dr. Weiss saved my life and I can not thank him and his team enough for everything they did for me
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2023
Very pleased with Dr Weiss was Extremely professional.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2023
I have and will continue to recommend Dr. Weiss. He is professional and empathetic, clear, concise and patient - always taking the time to answer questions and explain procedures. I am very grateful to have him as my Doctor.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
Dr Weiss and his staff are superb in providing me the care I expect from Cleveland Clinic.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2023
Dr Weiss is extremely caring thoughtful and professional. The best in class
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2023
Dr.Weiss is the best!!!!
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023
Dr Weiss is the best!
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2023
*Dr. Eric Weiss is the most excellent physician/surgeon who has ever treated me. I have great confidence in him & his staff.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023
*Dr. Weiss team is great.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
Excellent doctor, easy to understand, helpful staff!
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
Dr Weiss and staff are excellent! I travel from Aventura to Weston just for him to be my doctor.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
Service both medically and bedside by Dr. Weiss was excellent.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2022
Dr Weiss is one of the best physicians that I have ever treatedwith
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2022
Dr. Weiss is an outstanding physician. He's absolutely the best! Hopefully I get a survey on Dr. A. Gonzalez as well.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2022
I drive 100 miles to see Dr Weiss. He is the best
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2022
I was treated very well and professionally by the doctor and his staff.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2022
Great doctor and experience.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2022
My colonoscopy appointment went extremely well. I spoke to Dr. Weiss both before & after my procedure.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2022
Dr. Eric Weiss is an excellent physician and surgeon, who has been compassionate and caring throughout my treatment for cancer, my surgery, and follow up visits. He explains everything I simple terms and has been extremely responsive in all my interactions with him, despite his busy schedule and the demands on his time.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2022
I think Dr Weiss has and awesome team and will recommend anyone I know that needs his expertise.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2022
Dr. Weiss and his Staff were exceptionally nice to me and explained
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2022
Dr. Weiss and staff were excellent.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2022
Dr Weiss was very nice and personable.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2022
I made the best decision in choosing The Cleveland Clinic I was very impressed with Dr Weiss and his staff. I feel very secure about my decision
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2022
Dr Weiss gave me excellent care. He made me feel very comfortable regarding the colonoscopy.
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2022
I'm so relieved to have a Dr that listens and had answers.