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MaleAbout Amir Taraben
Biography
Amir Taraben, MD, FSCAI is an interventional cardiologist in the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine in the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute and practices at Hillcrest Hospital with an office in the Hillcrest Medical Building Two Suite 300. He is board certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology.
Dr. Taraben is an experienced interventional cardiologist with special interests in complex and high risk coronary interventions.
Dr. Taraben earned his medical degree at the University of Damascus School of Medicine in his native country of Syria, placing first in his class. He served a residency at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, Ill. followed by a fellowship in cardiology at the University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Mo., where he was Assistant Professor of Medicine He completed his postgraduate training there with subspecialty training in interventional cardiology.
Prior to his appointment to the Cleveland Clinic staff in 2013, Dr. Taraben was a cardiologist with University Hospitals of Cleveland, practicing at several regional hospitals. His previous positions include 10 years as a consultant adult interventional cardiologist with King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where he was Section Head of Cardiac Cath Lab and Adult Cardiology Section, and 14 years as a cardiologist with two major hospital systems in Missouri. Prior to that he worked as a clinical assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Cardiology at the University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Mo.
Dr. Taraben has published numerous articles, abstracts and reviews in leading professional journals and presented at medical meetings and cardiac conferences in the United States, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Syria. He is a fellow of the Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions.
Locations
- Hillcrest Medical Office Building II
- 6801 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Hts, OH 44124
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: University of Missouri Hospitals & Clinics, 1996
- Residency: University of Southern Illinois & Affiliated Hospitals, 1992
- Medical Education: Damascus University-Faculty of Medicine, 1987
Board Certifications
- Interventional Cardiology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1999
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1997
Research & Publications
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
223 ratings, 28 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2026
Dr. Taraben. ( ? Spelling ) is wonderful!He explains everything to me , so that I understand. He''s always kind & helpful!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr Taraben and staff were courteous, professional and thorough when explaining my progress with my care and what is needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
The doctor was without question the best cardiologist I have had. Just excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
Dr. Taraban and his staff have been great everytime I see him .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr. Taraben is a great doctor. I'm very satisfied with good service. He listened what I have to tell him. I have seeing him for 15 years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
This was the 1st time in a very long time that I found a doctor who actually listened to me. I was very comfortable and feel confident that I will get the treatment and care needed. Thank You
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
The Cleveland Clinic and specifically Dr. Taraben are the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
The Dr is ALWAYS and caring about your problems
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Dr. Taraben is exceptional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr. Taraben is exceptional!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
The provider would make a wonderful educator as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Dr. Taraben is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Dr. Taraben was professional and listened patiently to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Dr Teraben has always been top notch in treating and addressing my health issues. Very kind and caring, also. A+++++++
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
I drive from Columbus each visit to see Dr. Taraben!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Doctor took time and care during my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Doctor is always on time. Exam room is clean.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
Dr. Taraben is great. Calming personable and caring. He is an excellent healthcare provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr Taraben is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
I recommend Dr. Taraben most highly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Dr.Amir was very attentive to my concerns . He answered all my questions and gave me advice always a pleasure to visit him
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
I felt like he didn't really listen to my concerns about my medication which is causing memory issues!! He kinda blamed it on Alzheimer's! But the side effect lists memory issues! Other than that, he's a great doctor!!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr Taraben is excellent, treats me with respect, understands my condition and is supportive of my concerns. I am fortunate that he was assigned my care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr. Taraben is an excellent physician and the clinic should strive to retain other physicians of his caliber.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr Taraben is wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Taraben is always professional, yet human a lovely combination
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
The doctor was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Dr. Taraben is kind, attentive and extremely competent.