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Department Cardiovascular Medicine
Primary Location Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Type of Doctor Adults Only
Languages English, Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu
Surgeon No
Locations
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Primary Location

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Appointment:
216.444.6697
Desk:
216.444.6735
Fax:
216.445.6176

Additional Locations

Specialties & Treatments

Treatment & Services

  • Abnormal Stress Test
  • Angiogenesis
  • Angiography
  • Angioplasty
  • Atherectomy
  • Balloon Mitral Valvotomy
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Medicine Department
  • Clinical Trials
  • Coronary Artery Atherectomy
  • Coronary Balloon Angioplasty (PTCA)
  • Coronary Intervention
  • C-Reactive Protein Testing
  • Drug Eluting Stenting
  • Endovascular Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure
  • Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP)
  • Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) Determination
  • Heart Imaging
  • Heart Valve Disease - Percutaneous Interventions
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center
  • Iliac Stenting
  • Intervention Section
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumping
  • Invasive and Interventional Cardiology Section
  • Invasive Cardiology
  • Invasive Cardiology Section
  • Lower Extremity Angioplasty
  • Optical Coherence Tomography
  • Percutaneous Closure of Paravalve Leak
  • Percutaneous Valve Treatment
  • Percutaneous VSD closure
  • Pericardiocentesis
  • Renal Angioplasty
  • Renal Artery Stenting
  • Rotational Atherectomy
  • Stem Cell Therapy
  • Valve Surgery
  • Virtual Histology
View all 39 Treatment & Services +

Specialty in Diseases & Conditions

  • Angina
  • Aortic Stenosis
  • Atrial Septal Defects
  • Bifurcation Blockage
  • Carotid Artery Disease
  • Coronary Aneurysm
  • Heart Attack
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • Iliac Artery Aneurysm
  • Iliac Artery Occlusion (Blockage)
  • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
  • Leg Circulation Problems
  • Patent Foramen Ovale
  • Peripheral Artery Disease
  • Restenosis
  • Total Coronary Occlusions
View all 16 Specialties +
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Insurance

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Biography

About Samir Kapadia, MD

Samir Kapadia, MD, is the Chairman of the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic. He is a Professor of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Kapadia is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiology, and interventional cardiology.

Specialty/Clinical interests: Percutaneous treatment for valve disease, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), Mitraclip, complex coronary interventions, atrial septal defect (ASD) and patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure, carotid interventions, peripheral interventions

Number of Procedures Performed: Dr. Kapadia has performed 1,000 TAVR procedures and thousands of other cardiovascular procedures throughout his career.

Success Rates: Cleveland Clinic is nationally and internationally renowned for the world’s best cardiovascular care. Success rates for specific procedures are available at: http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/about-heart-vascular-institute/treatment-outcomes.aspx

Education and Training: Dr. Kapadia received his medical degree with honors from Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College in Gujarat, India. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, where he was named Outstanding Resident. Dr. Kapadia completed fellowships in cardiology and interventional cardiology at Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, and was named Chief Interventional Fellow. Dr. Kapadia was appointed to Cleveland Clinic in 2003 as a Staff Interventional Cardiologist.

Dr. Kapadia was appointed to Cleveland Clinic in 2003 as a Staff Interventional Cardiologist. He served as the Program Director for the Interventional Cardiology Fellowship (2005-16), Director of Sone’s Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (2009-19), and the Section Head of Interventional Cardiology (2015-19) before becoming the Chairman of Cardiovascular Medicine in 2019. 

Prior to his appointment to Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Kapadia had an academic appointment to the Department of Medicine at the University of Washington, Seattle, and was an Interventional Cardiologist at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System, Seattle.

Research, Publications and Speaking: Dr. Kapadia has more than 700 peer reviewed publications in the techniques and outcomes of percutaneous therapies for valvular heart disease, coronary artery disease, as well as other structural heart problems. He spearheaded the research on stroke prevention in patients undergoing TAVR. He is currently the principal investigator in a number of clinical research trials, including research to investigate percutaneous methods to treat aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation.

Dr. Kapadia is specialized in complex coronary interventions and percutaneous treatments for valvular heart disease. Dr. Kapadia has published >1000 manuscripts on coronary, peripheral, and structural interventions indexed in PubMed with an H-index of 121 on Google Scholar and is recognized as one of the top 0.1% of highly cited researchers in the Web of Science. He spearheaded the research on stroke prevention in patients undergoing TAVR. He is currently the principal investigator in several clinical research trials, including research to investigate percutaneous methods to treat aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation. 

Dr. Kapadia has authored two text books, the Textbook of Interventional Cardiology and Board Review for Cardiology. He has been an invited speaker at hundreds of regional, national and international symposia and conferences. He has been involved in several guidelines and position papers on percutaneous treatment of valvular heart disease.

Dr. Kapadia is also an innovator, with more than 15 issued patents for devices to treat valvular heart diseases.

About Dr. Kapadia: “I love to get to know the patients and families well so that I can provide appropriate care and meet their expectations. Procedural expertise is necessary for the best outcomes but not enough; compassionate clinical care is an essential element that we should not ignore.”

Leisure time activities: In his leisure time, Dr. Kapadia enjoys spending time with his family, astronomy, physics, and math.

Education & Professional Highlights

Education & Professional Highlights

Appointed
2003

Education & Fellowships

Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Interventional Cardiology
Cleveland, OH
2000

Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Cardiology
Cleveland, OH
1998

Residency - Baylor College of Medicine
Internal Medicine
Houston, TX
1995

Medical Education - N.H.L.M. Medical College
Gujarat,
1990

Professional Highlights

  • Director, Sones Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
  • Director, Interventional Cardiology Fellowship

Certifications

  • Internal Medicine
  • Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
  • Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology

Specialty Interests

coronary interventions, percutaneous treatment of valvular heart disease, ASD/PFO closure, carotid interventions, peripheral interventions.

Awards & Honors

  • 2007 Teacher of the Year Award, Interventional Cardiology, Cleveland Clinic
  • 2006 Innovator Award, Cleveland Clinic
  • 2006 Top Docs, Cleveland Magazine
  • 2004 Top Docs, Cleveland Magazine
  • 2000 Lower Clinical Award for Original Investigation and Professional Excellence in Scientific Paper, Cleveland Clinic
  • 1999 Lower Clinical Award for Original Investigation and Professional Excellence in Scientific Paper, Cleveland Clinic
  • 1998 Young Investigator Award for Clinical Research, Cardiovascular Young Investigator Forum, Astra Merck
  • 1998 Peskind Memorial Award for Best Research Paper from Residents and Fellows Training in Division of Medicine, Cleveland Clinic
  • 1998 First Place, Cardiology Research Day, Cleveland Clinic
  • 1996 2nd Place, Basic Science Research, Research Symposium, Baylor College of Medicine
  • 1995 Finalist, Melvin L. Marcus - Young Investigator Award in Cardiovascular Physiology, American Heart Association
  • 1994 Best Basic Science Research Presentation, Baylor Scientific Symposium
  • 1994 Outstanding Resident, Baylor College of Medicine
  • 1989 Highest Honors, Final Academic Year, Medical School
  • 1987 Merit Prize for exceptional performance, Indian Pharmacological Society
  • 1987 Highest Honors, Second Academic Year, Medical School
  • 1984 National Scholar, National Council of Educational Research & Training, India
  • 1984 7th Rank (30,000 Premed Students), State Board, India
  • 1982 6th Rank (250,000 Students), State Board, India

Innovations & Patents

  • Devices for Percutaneous Valve Treatments

Memberships

  • American Heart Association
  • American College of Cardiology
  • Society for Vascular Medicine
Research & Publications

Research & Publications

See publications for Samir Kapadia, MD.

(Disclaimer: This search is powered by PubMed, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. PubMed is a third-party website with no affiliation with Cleveland Clinic.)

Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists may collaborate with the pharmaceutical or medical device industries to help develop medical breakthroughs or provide medical expertise or education. Cleveland Clinic strives to make scientific advances that will benefit patient care and support outside relationships that promise public benefit. In order for the discoveries of Cleveland Clinic physicians' and scientists' laboratories and investigations to benefit the public, these discoveries must be commercialized in partnership with industry. As experts in their fields, Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists are often sought after by industry to consult, provide expertise and education.

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 9/18/2024, Dr. Kapadia 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.

Royalty Payments. Dr. Kapadia receives or has the right to receive royalty payments for inventions or discoveries commercialized through the companies shown below:

  • Mitria Medical, LLC
  • Bavaria Medizin Technologie GmbH

Right to Future Distribution of Cleveland Clinic Financial Interest. Dr. Kapadia may receive future financial benefits from the Cleveland Clinic for inventions or discoveries commercialized through the companies shown below:

  • Bavaria Medizin Technologie GmbH
  • Mitria Medical, LLC

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.

Patient Satisfaction Reviews

238 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
Listens 4.7
Courtesy, Respect & Concern 4.9
Patient Rating of Doctor 5

48 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2024

Dr Kapadia is amazing, we appreciate his care, and bedside manner. He is a blessing

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2024

Cannot say how great Dr Kapadia is

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2024

CCF is lucky to have such an amazing provider. He is not only smart and talented, but has so much to offer to comfort a patient. He is a real gem

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024

Doctors always spent time explaining and answering questions.

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024

Dr. Kapadia is the best.

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2024

Dr. Kapadia is a true professional. Compassionate With fabulous bedside manners all of this and a world class heart doctor. I can see why he is leading the department. I feel extremely fortunate to be his patient.

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2024

Dr. Kapadia is a true professional. He is compassionate and caring with impeccable bedside manners and a world class heart doctor. I can see why he was selected to lead the department. I believe I am very lucky to be his patient.

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024

Dr. Kapadia is "the BEST"!I feel so privileged to have him as my doctor!

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024

Dr Kapadia is outstanding. His staff is welcoming and helpful. Love them all

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2024

Very caring thorough and compassionate service Dr Kapadia explained the Test outcome and recommendations clearly to me and my family I gave 5 stars to the overall experience to my visit

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2024

Dr Kapadia. Very professional caring good listener.

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2024

Dr Kapadia was attentive, thoughtful and resposive.

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2024

Being cared for by Dr Kapadia and his staff is a rare joy in healthcare and I should know I've been a doctor for nearly 40 years.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2024

Doctor was fine. Waiting nearly one hour for him was not.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2024

We have never had anything but excellent service from every person we had contact with at the Cleveland Clinic. That's why we travel from Michigan to meet with Dr. Kapadia.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2024

Always a very good meeting with Dr. Kapadia. We look forward to meeting with him.

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024

Dr Kapadia was thoughtful, open and easy to talk with.

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024

Dr Kapadia was prepared and was a great listener .

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2024

Dr. Kapadia's office is very professional and helpful!

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2024

Dr. Kapadia took his time explaining my diagnosis and the treatment. He also understood my insurance issues and I believe he will be able to help me.

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024

After my recent and pass hospital stay experience, I was amazed how the entire staff I encountered showed me genuine care and respect during my stay at Cleveland Clinic. Dr Lapadia and his staff are awesome! I'm grateful to have them as my medical team. Thank you all!

Reviewed on May 31, 2024

We love Dr,Kapadia. He is very caring and leaves no stones unturned during his exam and evaluation. He simply is the best! I am very fortunate to have him as my physician.

Reviewed on May 28, 2024

Good Dr Kapadia was such great doctor. Love everyone here.

Reviewed on May 28, 2024

Was very pleased with the doctor and all the staff, would recommend this hospital to family and friends.

Reviewed on May 17, 2024

I would recommend this practice because of Dr Kapadia.

Reviewed on May 16, 2024

My Specialist was Dr. Kapadia. He was the consummate professional - expert, personable, calming. He explains everything, invites questions, involved me in the care plan moving forward. A wonderful ambassador for Cleveland Clinic.

Reviewed on May 7, 2024

Best care we have had in quite awhile. The Dr was amazing and very caring. He explained how things would be done and reassured us it would give Mike a better quality of life.

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

Great experience with Dr Kapadia and his staff

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024

We absolutely love Dr Kapadia!

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024

Unfortunately the Echo was given after our meeting with Dr Kapadia so some questions were unable to be answered. Hopping to hear more details from him. He is a wonderful Dr. He showed compassion and care for myself and my wife.

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2024

Outstanding Doctor!

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024

Dr. Kapadia is just wonderful!!

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024

Dr. Kapadia is a national treasure !!An extremely nice chap with credentials and resume to match. He is also a caring professional who listens attentively. He was extremely busy - I can certainly understand the demand for his services !! - but as soon as he stepped into the roommate, his focus was on me and my health. Top notch !!

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024

Communication and Care from Dr Kapadia & Dr Mantha was World-Class

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024

Dr kapadia has been very patient and explained all the chart and diagnostic results in simple easy to understand manner and he reviewed all my previous results and remembered the trwnd

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024

Dr kapadia is an expert in explaining in easy language

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2024

Dr Samir Kapadia has a A+ in how well he answers my questions. He is a very kind and warm hearted man. I am lucky to have him for my doctor.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024

Dr. Kapadia is an outstanding doctor. He is thoughtful and very knowledgeable. He listens to you and really tailor treatment to your needs and expectations. He is the best!! I am so glad that he is my cardiologist.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2024

Dr. Kapadia and team gave me great treatment and care for a complex in-stent restenosis situation.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2024

Dr. Kapadia understood the urgency of my schedule and accommodated the request.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2024

Dr Kapadia is the best

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023

Dr. Kapadia was just super. Very knowledgeable doctor.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023

Excellent Doctor and great care for me as a patient

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2023

Outstanding both doctors I saw were very good knowledgeable professional doctors Took time to discuss the details ofmy issues

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2023

Dr. Kapadia was very thorough and caring

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2023

Dr. Kapadia & Dr. Mentias were very accommodating and caring regarding my very complex cardiovascular issues. Both listened intently to my concerns and the short and long term issues going forward while understanding my very long history. Fantastic work and support.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2023

I have seldom talked to a Dr as knowledgeable as Dr Kapas's. He explained the not only the procedure but also how to prevent future incidents for me and my son. Top Notch

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2023

I THANK DR. KAPADIA FOR SAVING MY LIFE, ONCE AGAIN....... HE IS THE BEST!!!

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