Alexandra Villa-Forte, MD, MPH
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.444.5632
- Desk:
- 216.445.9437
- Fax:
- 216.636.7962
Treatment & Services
- Infusion Therapy
- Infusions Of Biologic Agents On Site
- Rheumatology
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- EGPA (Eosinophilic granulomatosis with Polyangiitis)
- Behcet's Disease
- Buerger's Disease
- Cryoglobulinemia
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Granulomatosis with Polyangitis (Wegener’s)
- Henoch Schonlein Purpura
- Microscopic Polyangiitis (MPA)
- Polyarteritis Nodosa
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Rheumatoid Vasculitis
- Takayasu's Arteritis
- Vasculitis
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Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2007
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine
Masters in Public Health
Rootstown,
OH USA
2004
Medical Education - Cleveland Clinic
Vasculitis care and research
Cleveland,
OH USA
2004
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Rheumatology
Cleveland,
OH USA
2003
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
2001
Internship - Cleveland Clinic
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1999
Medical Education - Rio de Janeiro State University
1993
Additional Training
- Advanced Fellowship in Vasculitis Care and Research
- Master's Degree in Public Health
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Rheumatology
Specialty Interests
Vasculitis
Research & Publications
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296 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 | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Knows Medical History | 4.9 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 5 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
75 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 18, 2019
Dr Villa Forte is a very caring compassionate physician. She takes her time and addresses all of my questions. I am profoundly grateful for her care.
Reviewed on Oct 11, 2019
patty, Dr. Villa Forte's assistant is truly an asset. she is professional, very knowledgeable, efficient, compassionate, and personable. she returns calls very timely.
Reviewed on Oct 11, 2019
Dr. Villa Forte is the most wonderful doctor. she Isaacs great listener, thoughtful, thorough in examination. always letting me know the latest in research. I always leave hopeful and optimistic! she is the best doctor!!
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2019
I wasn't rushed thru the appointment, doctor was very through.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2019
I'm very pleased with Dr Villa Forte
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2019
Dr Villa Forte answered every question, addressed every concern, spent a good deal of time explaining everything, and is well informed of new treatments. She shows care and concern and remembers details from appointment to appointment. She is truly the best!
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2019
Dr Villa-Forte, includes me, listens to me and by the end of the visit, lifts me up and gives me hope. I'm so glad I chose her as my rheumatologist!
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2019
Excellent, caring doctor. I felt that she truly cared for me as a person.
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2019
Dr. Villa-forte is always very thorough, professional and compassionate in her examinations with Me every time I have seen her since My first appointment on December 14, 2017. It has been to My advantage to come over an hour drive to see Her.
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2019
Dr Villa Forte is very very good and I trust her judgments when she is giving me medications and she always will take time and talk to you and be concerned couldn't be without her
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2019
Dr. Villa forte helped me find the lowest dose of methotrexate that would work for me and worked with me to get the lowest cost.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2019
dr villa forte is very caring , empathetic and always has the patients best interest in mind
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2019
Dr. Villa Forte is great to work with and I know she is doing her best for me.
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2019
best doctor ever
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2019
Out of all my doctors Dr Villa Forte is the one I trust most...no question about it!! She answers all my questions...calms my fears...explains everything...and genuinely cares about my well being...friendly and courteous...AWESOME doctor!!
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2019
Dr. Villa Forte is always informative, listens and explains what is wrong and provides all options for treating what is wrong. Always feel she sincerely cares about your well-being.
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2019
the doctor was very thorough and told us more about my condition and symptoms than other providers had. I left very encouraged by her care.
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2019
Dr Villa Forte is a very compassionate,knowledgeable & caring doctor and would definitely recommend her to a family member or friend.
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2019
I was very impressed with Dr. Villa Forte -- not only her knowledge of my problem and its treatment (which was expected), but also the time she spent in thoroughly examining me and asking pertinent questions and answering my numerous questions. She was genuinely kind and considerate and approachable.
Reviewed on Sep 3, 2019
Dr. Villa Forte excels as a provider. Her experience and her broad knowledge and understanding of a rare illness is vital. She has the ability to convey her knowledge so that it was easily understood by my husband and myself. Her concern was genuine. She was respectful and empathetic. She acknowledged the difficulty of my diagnosis and complimented me on how I was coping. Her treatment plan was clear and she was patient with all our questions. I have recommended the Cleaveland Clinic and Dr.Villa Forte to a friend with a rare rheumatoid disease.
Reviewed on Aug 29, 2019
dr. alexandra villa forte took excellent care of me. she explained everything soothed my anxiety and spoke to me like a person and listened to me.
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2019
Dr. Villa Forte was completely lovely. She asked me lots of questions about my background and my condition. She asked about all the prescriptions I've take and even "Ok, so how did you feel on this drug?". She asked my parents about family history and she took a lot of notes herself. She didn't make someone else do it and then quite glance at their notes. She listened to everything we had to say and our concerns. She made us feel very welcome and she seemed like she actually cared. I've been dealing with my health issues for 6 years now and she's like "We're going to get this taken care of." I think we all wanted to burst in tears. She never gave the inclination that she couldn't help me.
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2019
Visit with Doctor could not have been better. informative and responsive to all questions
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2019
Dr.Villa Forte is absolutely amazing. She is the kindest and most knowledgeable physician. She is truly invested in patient care.
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2019
Dr Villa-Forte always demonstrates personal care and concern. I always leave my appointments feeling assured that I am receiving the best possible care.
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2019
Dr. A Villa-Forte continues to provide professional care including follow requested by patient. Recently via phone conversation she detected that my speech was slurred ,notified my family that I needed to hospitalized immediately for a MRTI & CT of the brain. I had a TIA, rehab and will following up with ENT, PT and Speech Therapist. Thanks for the professional caring of Dr Villa-Forte
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2019
Dr. Villa-Forte was very willing to listen and spent as much time with me as I felt I needed. She is warm and reassuring.
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2019
I always have a great experience with Dr. Villaforte. She is always so kind pleasant and sweet; very attentive to anything I say or need. She always makes me feel more positive after I leave there. You guys have a great doctor there.
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2019
I always tell people what a wonderful doctor Dr Villaforte is. She has always helped me tremendously.
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2019
Dr. Villa-Forte is easy to ask questions concerning my treatment options. Takes time to explain. sShe is genuinely concerned.
Reviewed on Jul 3, 2019
The most caring doctor I've ever seen. She listened and understood my concerns that local Cincinnati doctors would not follow her recommendations. She wrote a letter to my new pulmonologist giving him advice on how to give me Nucala for the first time. A jewel in Cleveland Clinics crown.
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2019
Dr. Villa-Forte is very comfortable to talk to. That means I feel okay asking her some pretty ridiculous questions.
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2019
Once in the room, I had to wait a while to see Dr. Villa-Forte, but it was because she was spending a little extra time with a previous patient. I completely understand this. She spends good time with me as well. I wish the lights wouldn't shut off in the room when I am reading and not moving much!
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2019
The very best. Dr. Villa-Forte combines professional expertise with a really nice bedside manor. I've been dealing with a condition for well over a year and I finally feel like I have direction and highly competent care. Everyone at the clinic and hotel was great. And I also have nothing but good things to say about the resident who was also involved.
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2019
Great caring doctor and personable very caring
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2019
Dr. Villa-Forte and her staff are AMAZING!!!!!
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2019
Dr. Villa Forte is a kind, caring physician. She listens to my concerns and explains things in a manner that's easy to understand.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2019
Dr. VillaForte was very attentive to my situation & health needs
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2019
Dr. Villa-Forte was thorough, caring and considerate.
Reviewed on May 24, 2019
Dr. FORTE Is always very through With Her Work & Opinions ! Much Appreciated In Her Work & Support, A Blessing To Work w/ On Overcoming Giant Cell Arteritis. She Is Keenly Aware Of All The Health Baggage,That Tags Along Thru Treating The Disease w/ Prednisone Or Newer Drugs Like She See's & INTERPRETS The Whole Picture, Which I Believe Helps The Patient See & Understand The Current Place & Condition, As To Where They Are At, Along w/ The Process Ahead In Order To Get To Destination Of Healing & Good Health!
Reviewed on May 14, 2019
she is the best provider at the Cleveland Clinic!
Reviewed on May 7, 2019
Excellent experience! Dr Villa Forte was able to see me the same day my wife was scheduled for an appointment at Cleveland Clinic (Dr Pullman).
Reviewed on May 7, 2019
Excellent doctor, both in medical knowledge and personal caring, really care about the patient. Took the time to schedule additional tests and labs the same day. Dr Villa Forte is compassionate, highly recommend her!
Reviewed on May 7, 2019
Very knowledgeable, great interaction with Dr Villa Forte. He has a great future and someday could be a great add to the Cleveland Clinic team.
Reviewed on May 1, 2019
I am impressed with Dr VillaForte and her concern for me.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2019
Dr. Ville Forte is a very kind & caring person......excellent appointment.
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2019
Dr Villa Forte was very respectful and compassionate about my thoughts she asked me questions and listened to my answers
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2019
Dr, Villa Forte is a awesome doctor, she listens to every word you have to say and gives a great exam !!! I am so happy that my PCP sent me to see her.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2019
extremely pleased with doctor.
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2019
Dr. Ville Forte is an excellent Doctor! She provides all around excellent care.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2019
Dr Villa Forte always takes extra time to talk to me she seems to truly care about my well-being she is a great physician
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2019
dr. Villa Forte is a great physician I don't know what I would do without her she's been taking care of me for many years and I really appreciate her.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2019
Seeing Dr Villa-Forte is like seeing a trusted friend. her knowledge of my condition was/is exceptional.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2019
Dr. Villa Forte deserves a "10"on this 1-5 scale! She is genuinely concerned about her patients and is extremely knowledgeable on my rare disease. She values my input as a patient.He assistant Patti , that scheduled my urgent appointment, and that I have talked to a few times lately regarding my current issue has been extremely helpful and understanding when I needed an urgent appointment. Since I had to travel quite a distance and book air travel, she was cooperative to make the appointment that worked the best with flights.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2019
the doctor is incredible. smart, personable and caring
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2019
It is very evident to me that Dr. Villa Forte cares deeply about her patients.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2019
dr villa forte is one of the most compassionate caring physician s I have ever had. she takes her time, explains and answers all of your questions. she returns your phone calls no matter the day or if she's away. I couldn't have found a better dr
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2019
the doctor gave us the direction we needed. very insightful, and intelligent.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2019
Dr Villa Forte was very thorough and knowledgeable. I appreciated her kindness. I never sensed she was in a rush and had to get out the door. I have a lot of confidence in her and respect her very much.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2019
Had problems getting an appointment. Dr. Villa Forta is a very good Dr. She has been very good to me.
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2019
My visits with Dr. Villa-Forte is always good. She has done everything she can to see that my health issues are taken care of. My health is so much better now that she has found out what helps me the most.
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2019
Dr. Villa Forte spent at least two hours with me at this initial visit. I felt like she made an excellent effort to grasp the extent of my problem, and start us on a path toward a diagnosis.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2019
Dr. Villa-Forte really listened to my concern and discussed what my options would be.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2019
the only problem is getting info to Dr and follow up after test.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2019
Dr Villa forte always takes her time and us very caring. she makes me feel like I'm her only patient when I am in the room.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2019
Dr. Villa Forte is caring, personable , and an extremely knowledgable professional. Highly trust her.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2019
Dr. Villa Forte is an excellent listener. She makes me feel that my concerns are valid and reassures me with her explanations.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2019
dr villa forte answered all my questions and explained treatment . very very pleased. truly a professional.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2019
I'm very thankful for Dr. Villa-Forte! Her expertise of my disease and her caring attention to me is greatly appreciated. I rely on her communicating with my doctors here in Georgia for my continued care. Dr. Villa-Forte was kind and compassionate. I would highly recommend her!
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2019
Dr Villa Forte was reassuring and caring. She was both professional in providing answers and prognosis. She will see again in six months. She is an excellent Physican.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2018
Dr. Villa Forte was very good in explanation of disease and possible related complications.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2018
Dr. Villa Forte spent a lot of time with us. she did not make us feel rushed and answered all our questions.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2018
As always, Dr. Villa Forte was exceptional. Her knowledge and experience are unequialled. My wife and I trust her, period,
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2018
While I know there are others who are much worse of than I health wise, Dr Villa-Forte leaves me feeling that my concerns and issues are valid and worthy of her time and expertise.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2018
Dr Villa-Forte was a little behind because of a new patient that needed additional attention. I respect the need to help those whose physical and emotional state may be fragile and need the extra time. For such cases, a simple explanation was provided and was appreciated. I am fine with the wait and hope the patient finds improved health and comfort.