Douglas Joseph, DO
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.4420
- Desk:
- 216.444.5710
- Fax:
- 216.636.6957
Additional Locations
Cardiovascular Medicine
Westlake Medical Campus Building A
850 Columbia Road
Westlake, OH 44145
Directions
- Appointment:
- 440.250.5760
- Desk:
- 440.250.5760
- Fax:
- 216.636.6957
Treatment & Services
- Cardiovascular Disease Risk Prevention
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Cardiovascular Medicine Department
- Debridement of Skin and Wound
- Endovenous Laser Therapy
- Endovenous Surgery for Varicose Veins
- Laser Light Therapy for Spider Veins
- Microincision Phlebectomy for Varicose Veins
- Noninvasive Testing for Vascular Disease
- Pseudoaneurysm Injection
- Sclerotherapy
- Vascular Medicine Section
- Vein Ablation
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- Acrocyanosis
- Adventitial Cystic Disease
- Adverse Effects Anticoagulants
- Aneurysms
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Aortic Occlusion (Blockage)
- Arteriosclerosis Obliterans
- Atheroembolism
- Atherosclerosis
- Atrophie Blanche
- Blood Clots
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Cellulitis
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI)
- Coumadin Skin Necrosis
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Edema
- Erythema Ab Igne
- Erythromelalgia
- External Iliac Artery Endofibrosis
- Factor V Leiden
- Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD)
- Frostbite
- Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia
- Hepatic Artery Aneurysm
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
- Iliac Artery Aneurysm
- Iliac Artery Occlusion (Blockage)
- Intestinal Ischemic Syndrome
- Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome (KTS)
- Leg Circulation Problems
- Lipedema
- Lower Extremity Ulcers
- Lupus Anticoagulant
- Lymphedema
- Marfan Syndrome
- May-Thurner Syndrome (MTS)
- Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Popliteal Artery Aneurysms
- Popliteal Artery Entrapment Syndrome (PAES)
- Post-Phlebitic (Thrombotic) Syndrome
- Protein C Deficiency
- Protein S Deficiency
- Prothrombin Gene Mutation
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Raynaud's Phenomenon
- Renal Artery Aneurysm
- Renal Artery Disease
- Renovascular Hypertension
- Splenic Artery Aneurysm
- Superior Vena Cava Syndrome
- Swollen Leg
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
- Thromboangiitis Obliterans
- Ulnar Artery Aneurysm
- Varicose Veins
- Vascular Anomalies
- Vascular Diseases
- Venous Insufficiency
- Venous Stasis Leg Ulcers
- Visceral Artery Aneurysms
- Visceral Ischemic Syndrome
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View All PlansAbout Douglas Joseph, DO
Douglas E. Joseph, DO, RVT, is Director of the Vascular Medicine Outpatient Department in the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic. He is also medical director for the Vascular Medicine Vein Health Clinic and co-medical director of the multi-disciplinary lymphedema clinic. He is board-certified in vascular medicine and Internal Medicine and is a registered vascular technologist (RVT) and Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI).
Currently his clinical and research interests involve chronic venous insufficiency and varicose veins. He performs endovenous ablation, microphlebectomies and sclerotherapy on the main campus as well as at multiple regional facilities.
Dr. Joseph earned a Doctorate of Osteopathy at Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed an internship and internal medicine residency at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio followed by a fellowship in vascular medicine at Cleveland Clinic. He was appointed to the medical staff in 2004.
Dr. Joseph has published a number of papers in medical journals on peripheral arterial disease, heparin-induced thrombocytopenia and deep vein thrombosis. He also has authored two textbook chapters and a monograph on heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.
Dr. Joseph also is a frequent presenter at medical symposia hosted at Cleveland Clinic and elsewhere, speaking on prevention of venous thromboembolism following surgery, peripheral artery disease, lower extremity wounds and management of primary venous disease.
His professional memberships include the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, American Venous Forum, Society for Vascular Medicine, American Medical Association and American College of Physicians, American Society of Internal Medicine and he is a Fellow of the American Osteopathic Association.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2004
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Vascular Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
2004
Residency - Saint Vincent Mercy Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Toledo,
OH USA
2003
Internship - Saint Vincent Mercy Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Toledo,
OH USA
2001
Medical Education - Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center
Des Moines,
IA USA
2000
Undergraduate - Wright State University
Biological Science
Dayton,
OH USA
1995
Certifications
- Internal Medicine
Specialty Interests
Veins, vein ablation, varicose veins, varicose vein ablation, sclerotherapy, spider veins, venous disorders, lymphedema, general vascular medicine, vascular diseases Hypercoagulable states, lymphedema, chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins, general vascular medicine, vascular diseases, non-invasive testing for vascular disease, sclerotherapy
Research & Publications
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175 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
33 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Mar 18, 2024
The provider didn't even examine the areas where I mentioned having this health concern. He just told me all my problems are because I'm fat.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2024
Dr. Douglass is very kind and empathetic to my ongoing issues with my veins.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2024
Excellent experience, everyone was very caring, will highly recommend Dr. Joseph and his staff to family and friends.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024
Nurse and Doctor was amazing! Couldn't have asked for anyone better!
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024
Great experience for someone who had been a little nervous. Jennifer and Dr. Joseph are the absolute best. I would highly recommend both of them!
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2024
I am very pleased with the staff as well as Dr. Joseph. Everyone is very Professional and friendly and the office is always nice and clean.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2024
Working with Dr. Joseph has been a pleasure. Whether in person or in a video visit.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2024
I would absolutely recommend Dr. Joseph to anyone this type of procedure.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2024
Dr. Joseph is very personable and makes me feel very comfortable and well cared for at every visit. He does an amazing job at making me as a patient feel in control of my care and my health.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2024
Appreciated Dr. Joseph's thoroughness in determining what the actual problem was and to rule out other possible problems. He spent time explaining what the ultrasound showed and explained possible treatment plans. He also communicated with a letter to my primary provider the results and the plan. He was very personable and made me feel comfortable.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2024
Dr. Joseph and all the staff members take the time to answer my questions.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2023
Dr Joseph is excellent in all the above.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2023
Dr Joseph and his entire staff were professional and top notch. I would recommend to anyone
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2023
Already scheduled another procedure with Dr Joseph
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2023
Dr. Joseph takes time to listen and then act accordingly. I feel at ease with him and trust him.
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2023
Dr. Joseph showed sincere interest in my health issue. He took time to explained what the next step should be. He is a caring and skilled physician.
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2023
Doc Joseph is awesome
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2023
Dr Joseph and his team were incredible. They're always so kind, talk you through everything happening and make sure you are comfortable at all times. I cannot say enough good things about Dr Joseph and his team and how much their thoughtful, kind approach to medicine puts me at ease.
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2023
Dr Joseph's was fantastic! I felt he truly cared and was prepared. He had spoken to my surgeon and was on top of what needed to be done to help my lymphedema and moving forward with surgeries. I can't wait to sit down and talk with him again! Absolutely amazing Dr!
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2023
The coordination and collaboration between the physicians, scheduling staff and PFA was awesome! So happy with my experience there. Excited to continue care with Cleveland clinic.
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2023
It's always a great experience with Dr. Joseph & Melinda Ryan and the rest of the team
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2023
Dr. Joseph is a true professional. He takes the time to listen and discussed the procedure throughout.
Reviewed on Jul 31, 2023
Dr was so kind, compassionate and thorough
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2023
Dr. Joseph is an excellent, intelligent, excellent and caring physician.
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2023
DR. JOSEPH WAS EXECELLENT!WE WERE REFERRED TO HIM FROM A PRIVIOUS PATIENT OF HIS AND WE COULDNT HAVE BEEN MORE SATISFIED WITH HIM.HE WAS DOWN TO EARTH IN HIS EXPLANATION OF THE PLANNED PROCEDURE AND RECOMENDATIONS. I WOULD NOT HESITATE TO GIVE HIS NAME AS A REFERRAL TO OTHERS. CLEVELAND CLINIC IS BLESSED TO HAVE HIM ON STAFF. THE OTHER THING WE NOTICED IS THAT HE WAS KIND AND RESPECTFUL TO THE NURSES THAT WERE WERE WORKING ALONG SIDE OF HIM TOO.
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2023
Professional and skilled doctor
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2023
All was very professional doctor and nurses every moment was 100% safety
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2023
I can't imagine anyone more knowledgeable of my condition. He listened and answered all my questions, and I had a lot. He offered options for treatment in detail. I felt like I was the most important patient. My experience with other doctors has been dismissive. With Dr. Joseph, I could tell he cared. He is a valuable asset to the Clinic.
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2023
While waiting to be able to see Dr. Joseph, ( I believe almost two months), I needed to see another Doctor to help me to cure the blisters on my legs. They are now almost cured.
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2023
Wonderful doctor
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023
Dr. Joseph and staff are wonderful people. I would recommend them to other people that have vein issues.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023
Dr. Joseph was very kind and thorough.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2023
Very attentive. Dr Joseph is one of the best listeners. I appreciated his time reviewing my prior visit with me. Then listening to my current concerns, and taking notes for the file.