Samir Kapadia, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6697
- Desk:
- 216.444.6735
- Fax:
- 216.445.6176
Additional Locations
Cardiovascular Medicine
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.444.6697
- Desk:
- 216.444.6735
- Fax:
- 216.445.6176
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
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
Insurance
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View All PlansAbout 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 Sones 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 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 is specialized in complex coronary interventions and percutaneous treatments for valvular heart disease.
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
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
See publications for Samir Kapadia, MD.
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Industry Relationships
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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.
223 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
54 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Apr 9, 2025
Dr. Kapadia did my procedure. He spoke to my wife after the surgery, and even provided a picture of the surgery/procedure.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025
Dr. Kapadia did spend time asking my complaints, reviewing my test results, and explained in detail my test results and my my follow up visit. Dr. Kapadia is very knowledgeable and spend more than enough time in explains my questions about my health.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025
Dr Kapadia is great.I have been going to see him for 20 years +, driving 8hrs up and 8 hrs back. The cost of hotels and meals. I think he is worth every penny. I have had 2 heart valve replacement while under his care. I have have had no complaints with his care.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025
Very good experience with heart doctor. Fellow came in first he was very well in form very professional. Doctor kapadia came Index playing everything very well thank you
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025
The doctor spent the time with me to talk to me about all the aspects of what I needed to do in my care. My medications and the plan going forward.Thank you
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025
The cardiology consultation with Dr. Kapadia has led me to believe that Dr. Kapadia is very knowledgeable, talented and genius in his specialties. He is very courtesies, compassionate, helpful, thoroughly reviewed my health records, fully enquired about my health issue, explained me the prevailing issue, discussed about the proposed plan to resolve my health issue, advised what I should do for continued good health, which made me to have enormous confidence with my physician and thus gave me complete satisfaction of the exceptional patient service provided by Dr. Kapadia.Dr. Kapadia is an excellent physician with high spirit and he is, and will always be a very good asset to Cleveland Clinic.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025
Dr. Kapadia's staff is always kind and courtious. They are well informed and also pleasant.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025
Dr. Kapadia is truly an amazing cardiologist!
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025
Dr. Kapadia is an excellent ideal that other providers should learn from. I hope he is allowed enough time for teaching bedside skills.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025
Dr Kapadia's office had booked our appointment based on his schedule and it worked well for us.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2025
HVTI team always performs at a high standard, focused on the patient and customer experience. Dr Kapadia is a world class physician and even better human being.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2025
Dr Sam Kapadia showed me test results on screen & explained in detail. He answered all questions & not in a rush doing it. In a few short minutes we also connected on a personal level.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2025
I was very satisfied with Dr Kapadia visitHe was very thorough
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
I thought that the majorty of the medical field has lost its compassion and care for the human race. But, I now have high hopes and even higher dreams for the medical field today. All because of Cleveland ClinicMay GOD bless each and everyone one there Is my prayer can't praise your whole facility enough. I Thank you more than I can say
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
Dr Kapadia is a very good doctor. Showed me all the charts and explained to me the rationale of his assessment in simple and plain English. Like his style of presentation
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2025
Dr Kapadia is the best. Great doctor and very professional and personable .
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2025
Dr. Kapadia, M.D.gave very detailed explanations of the potential treatment options for my heart disease.I understood them.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2025
Dr Kapadia has saved my life in the past by his decisions for my help, extending my life. I can't say enough about his care for me and my husband. He also has a caring and honest bed side manner, getting the best care for us. I've recommended him to others and they've been able to also get great care. I am forever grateful to him and God, and the team that works with him for great care. May God bless each of them
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2025
Dr Kapadia is hands down the best provider I've ever encountered anywhere!
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2024
Dr. Kapadia is professional, intelligent and very calming , Amazing Physician
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2024
Dr. Kapadia had a lot of empathy for this scared 76 year old!
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2024
Dr. Kapadia took the time to go over everything with me and explain his plan for treatment of my condition. He was intelligent and kind and made me feel as though he is engaged in my care and is focused on a successful outcome. I was very impressed
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2024
Dr. Kapadia --kind and knowledgable
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024
He is the nicest Doctor and explains everything so well.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024
What a super Doctor with extreme subject matter knowledge and a humble person with an excellent way of communicating
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024
A terrific experience with Dr kapadia and the entire process.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2024
We all just love Dr Kapadia.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2024
Over all good serviceDr.samir Kapadia was very very good, he took his time to explain everything
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.