Ravi Nair, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
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- 216.444.6160
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- 216.445.6173
Treatment & Services
- Abnormal Stress Test
- Angiography
- Angioplasty
- Atherectomy
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Cardiovascular Medicine Department
- Coronary Artery Atherectomy
- Coronary Balloon Angioplasty (PTCA)
- C-Reactive Protein Testing
- Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) Determination
- General Cardiology
- Intervention Section
- Interventional Cardiology
- Invasive and Interventional Cardiology Section
- Invasive Cardiology
- Invasive Cardiology Section
- Rotational Atherectomy
- Stem Cell Therapy
- Stress Testing
- Transmyocardial Laser Revascularization
- Virtual Histology
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Bifurcation Blockage
- Cardiomyopathy
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Heart Attack
- Heart Disease
- Heart Related Illnesses
- Heart Valve Disease
- High Cholesterol
- Leg Circulation Problems
- Lower Extremity Ulcers
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Restenosis
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View All PlansAbout Ravi Nair, MD
Dr. Ravi N. Nair, MD, is on the staff of the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine. He is also a professor of medicine at the Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University. Appointed to the Cleveland Clinic in 2008, he previously served as Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at University Hospital of Cleveland and was a Professor of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University.
His specialty interests are ischemic heart disease, advanced cardiac invasive diagnostic procedure, and coronary intervention. Dr. Nair is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the subspecialties of Interventional Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease.
A native of India, Dr. Nair is a graduate of Bombay University. He continued his education there, earning medical degrees, M.B.B.S. and MD, at Topiwala National Medical College of Bombay University. He completed training in internal medicine in Bombay before coming to St. Lukes Hospital in Cleveland for an internship. He next received a fellowship in cardiology at Case Western Reserve University, followed by a fellowship in invasive cardiology at the University of Illinois, at Chicago.
Dr. Nair has been a principal investigator or co-investigator of numerous research studies. His articles and abstracts have been published in leading medical journals and he has contributed a chapter to a medical textbook. Additionally, Dr. Nair is frequently an invited speaker at national and international conferences and symposia.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2021
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of Illinois at Chicago Hospitals
Interventional Cardiology
Chicago,
IL
1988
Fellowship - University Hospitals of Cleveland
Cardiovascular Disease
Cleveland,
OH
1987
Residency - Saint Luke's Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH
1985
Internship - Saint Luke's Medical Center
Internal Medicine
Cleveland,
OH
1982
Residency - University of Bombay, Topiwala National Medical College
Internal Medicine
Bombay,
1981
Medical Education - University of Bombay, Topiwala National Medical College
Bombay,
1978
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
- Internal Medicine
Specialty Interests
Coronary artery disease, stent restenosis, total coronary occlusions, angioplasty, cardiac catheterization, rotational atherectomy, stent-coronary, coronary artery atherectomy, coronary intervention, drug eluting stenting
Research & Publications
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72 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
16 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Nov 21, 2024
Dr Nair was excellent Answered all my questions and did not rush. Excellent informative appointment
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024
Cleveland Clinic is a top-notch medical provider.
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2024
Dr. Nair is an excellent listener, who does not rush the appt. He welcomes and answers his patient's questions.
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2024
I already have recommended Cleveland clinic and especially Dr. Vest and her office staff. They're the best!!
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2024
Dr. Nair did a great job of listening to my concerns, explaining my options, and next steps. He was extremely patient and at no time did I feel rushed.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2024
Dr was very good at explaining everything to me and was very considerate
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2024
Dr. Fair was extremely professional and very upfront with me (something I truly respect). If they were more Dr. Like him in this world it would be a much better place
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2024
I like that after I was prepared on the surgery table, Dr. Nair assembled the full surgical team at the table for a pre-op summation. He explained what he understood my problem was and then described what the team planned to do about it.During my prior catheterizations , I could watch a video screen showing the external x-ray of catheters in the arteries. Seeing the busting of clots made it more fun and I missed that.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2024
Dr Nair is open minded and yet firm when the facts are the facts! After 18 surgeries and 3 of them at Cleveland Clinic I respect that in a doctor. My care at CC has saved my life literally!
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2024
I will of course recommend Dr Nair to family members or friends
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2024
Dr. Nair has always been utmost professional and personable. Cleveland Clinic and Dr. Nair are the reasons I fly across the country to receive care. I trust his medical judgment and can't thank him enough for providing excellent cardiac assessment and care.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2024
I have recommended Dr. Nair and the Cleveland Clinic to several friends.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2024
Dr. Nair was very thorough, had obviously read all my records from my home hospital, and provided very clear explanations for my cardiac issues. He was also very personable.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2024
I will be changing cardiologist when needed to Dr. Nair
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2024
I was very happy with my doctor and I will continue to see him for my condition.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2023
Dr. Nair is an excellent practitioner: listens well, provides thorough explanations, personable and seems to genuinely care about my condition and concerns. He is the best Cardiologist I have dealt with and there are three others at a different facility..