Franck Rahaghi, MD
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Treatment & Services
- Acute Radiation for Pneumonitis
- Bronchoscopy
- Chest X-Ray
- Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Pulmonary Clearance for Surgery
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Pulmonary Medicine
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abnormal Chest CT
- Abnormal Chest Sounds
- Abnormal Chest X-Ray
- Allergic Vasomotor Rhinitis
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- Amyloidosis
- Arterial Blood Gases
- Asbestosis
- Aspergillosis
- Asthma
- Breathing Complaints
- Bronchitis
- Carcinoid Syndrome
- Chest - Chest Wall
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Churg-Strauss Syndrome
- Chylothorax
- Collagen Vascular Disease
- Cough
- Diaphragm Disorders
- Drug Reactions to the Lungs
- Emphysema
- Goodpasture Syndrome
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (Wegener’s)
- High Blood Pressure in the Lungs
- Hypoxia
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
- Kyphoscoliosis
- Lung Abscess
- Lung Nodules
- Palpitations
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Thickening
- Pleuritis
- Pneumoconiosis
- Pneumonia
- Pneumothorax
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
- Pulmonary Disease
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Function Testing - Abnormal Results
- Pulmonary Heart Disease
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Insufficiency
- Radiation Fibrosis - Lung
- Sarcoidosis
- Scleroderma
- Shortness of Breath
- Vasculitis
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View All PlansAbout Franck Rahaghi, MD
Franck Rahaghi, MD, MH, FCCP, is Chair of Quality at Cleveland Clinic Florida Hospital and Clinic. He has also been Medical Director of the Respiratory Care Department since 2003.
In 2003, Dr. Rahaghi became Staff Attending in Pulmonary Critical Care as well as Director of the Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic, Cleveland Clinic Florida. In 2005, he became Head of the Pulmonary Education and Rehabilitation Department as well as a member of the Internal Review Board, responsible for correct conduct of research and clinical trials at Cleveland Clinic Florida. In the following year, he was named Director of Quality and Outcomes Development in the Division of Medicine.
Formerly, Dr. Rahaghi was a Fellow in Medicine/Pulmonary/Critical Care at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York City (1999-2003). He was also an Instructor in genetic medicine at the Cornell University Weill School of Medicine (2001-2003) and assisted in the design and implementation of clinical trials at Cornell (Activated Protein C and IFN gamma-1b) (2000-2003).
In 1999, he was a Visiting Associate Physician at Rockefeller University Hospital, New York, N.Y. He participated in the Categorical Internal Medicine Program at the University of Illinois at Chicago from 1997-1999. From 1996-1997, he participated in the Categorical Internal Medicine Program.at the University of Minnesota, Minn. In 2000, he became a Hospitalist at Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego. The following year, he was a Visitor at the University of California-San Diego Interventional Pulmonology Department/Pulmonary Hypertension.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2003
Additional Training
- Enhancing Team Effectiveness, professional development program for health professions faculty, jointly sponsored by the Association of American Medical Colleges and Harvard Medical School
- Cleveland Clinic Leadership Course, Cleveland Clinic, 2006
- Advanced Training in Quality, American College of Executive Physicians
Professional Highlights
- Expert in pulmonary hypertension, serving South Florida (Broward and Palm Beaches)
- Head of the first comprehensive Pulmonary Education Department
- Chair of Quality in Cleveland Clinic Florida, advancing outcome-based improvements in quality
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease
- Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine
Specialty Interests
pulmonary hypertension, Alpha-1 anti-trypsin deficiency/COPD, interstitial lung diseases, including: collagen vascular diseases (Scleroderma) and pulmonary fibrosis, Sarcoidosis, critical care
Awards & Honors
- Innovator Award, Cleveland Clinic, for innovation in medical technology, 2005-2007
- Leadership Certificate, Cleveland Clinic (promising future leaders at Cleveland Clinic), 2006
- Fellow, American College of Chest Physicians, 2005
- Cornell Award for Best Fellow Research, 2004
Innovations & Patents
Convertible dual-lumen endotracheal tube: U.S. Patent Pending, 2005
Memberships
- College of Chest Physicians
- Society of Critical Care Medicine
- Pulmonary Hypertension Association/Research
- American Medical Association
- American Society of Executive Physicians,Vanguard Member
Research & Publications
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As of 1/18/2023, Dr. Rahaghi 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. Rahaghi 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:
- United Therapeutics Corporation
- Ani Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Mallinckrodt, plc
- Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Inc.
- Boehringer Ingelheim
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212 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall | Star Ratings | |
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Explains | 4.8 | |
Listens | 3.7 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
26 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 23, 2023
Dr. Rahaghi is the best!! He's been my doctor for nine years. Wouldn't go to anyone else!
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2023
Dr Rahaghi is an exceptional professional in his field. I trust him completely with the care he has provided me.
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2023
My experience with Dr Rahaghi was outstanding and my only regret is that I won't have the opportunity to be his patient in the future
Reviewed on Aug 22, 2023
The meeting with Doctor Franck Rahaghi went very well. I understood everything he said, and it was everything fine.
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2023
Dr Rahaghi took my situation very seriously and has been the only doctor giving me any hope to feel better. He ihas recommended further testing.
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2023
Dr. Rahaghi was open and personable, took his time in explaining my test result And sought my feedback. I I'll miss him terribly as he persues other career options.
Reviewed on Jun 9, 2023
Dr Rahaghi possesses excellent bed side manners.
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2023
Dr. Rahaghi has been my Pulmonologist since 2018. I have great confidence in him.I had Pulmonary function tests on 6/8. The person who did the tests was helpful.
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2023
The doctor was excellent. He was compassionate and knowledgeable about my problem.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
Dr. Rahagi is amazing.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
Dr Rhahaghi is a marvelous Doctor! Always so sensitive an with concern for the patients well being!
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
Dr Rahaghi is one of the best doctors I have ever had!
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
Dr.Rahagi has patience and excellent bedside manners. I really feel comfortable and would recommend him highly.
Reviewed on May 1, 2023
Love my doctor and how he works with me. Staff always pleasant and courteous.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2023
Jill was excellent. She explained all test results. She called with additional test results and helped get an appointment for an iron infusion sent a message to primary.
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2023
Dr F. Rahaghi is excellent .
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2023
It's always very good experience with the Dr. , nurses and everyone.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2023
Dr. Rahagi Is a superb, patient-centered physician who clearly demonstrates my interests and wellbeing. He is
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2023
Dr Rajhaghi is the best!
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2023
Dr.R is direct and he listens well. Professional
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023
Dr Rahaghi was great and helpful and good humored as always
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2023
I actually loved the experience. Friendly staff, from front to back, and the Dr too. It was easy, didn't wait long.
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2023
Extremely satisfy with Dr Raghahi and asst intern
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
Dr Rhaghi, Morgan and Starlet are all wonderful, caring and very thoughtful
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2023
Dr Rahagai was wonderful physician.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2023
I have been seeing Dr Raghai for several years and have been very happy with him. He is very easy to speak with and if I have any questions he answers so I understand.