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Gender
MaleAbout Anthony Rizzo
Biography
Anthony Rizzo, MD, is a Staff Surgeon in the Department of Vascular Surgery. Prior to his Cleveland Clinic appointment in 2002, he was a private-practice vascular surgeon at Christus Schumpert Medical Center in Shreveport, La., and a general surgeon with Surgical Associates of Eastern Shore in Fairhope, Ala. His specialties include carotid artery surgery and thoracic aortic aneurysm repair and reconstruction.
Dr. Rizzo received his medical degree from Temple University Medical School, Philadelphia, after earning a bachelor of science degree from Allegheny College in Meadville, Pa. He completed his surgical internship at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate Hospital and was a surgical resident at Temple University Hospital and the University of South Alabama, Mobile, Ala. He also completed a research fellowship at the University of South Alabama and a vascular-surgery fellowship at Cleveland Clinic. He is board-certified in general and vascular surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
He has served as a lecturer and presenter at medical conferences nationwide. He has authored chapters for two books--Reperfusion Injuries and Clinical Capillary Leak Syndrome, published in 1994, and Interstitium, Connective tissue and Lymphatics (1995) – and has co-authored numerous articles that have been published in leading medical journals such as the American Journal of Physiology, American Surgeon, Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine and the Journal of Vascular Surgery.
Locations
- Hillcrest Medical Office Building II
- 6801 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Hts, OH 44124
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- Hillcrest Medical Office Building II
- 6801 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Hts, OH 44124
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- Chagrin Falls Family Health Center
- 551 Washington Street, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 2000
- Residency: University of S. Alabama Hospitals, 1997
- Residency: Temple University Hospital, 1992
- Internship: Graduate Hospital, 1991
- Medical Education: Temple University School of Medicine, 1990
- Undergraduate: Allegheny College, 1986
Board Certifications
- Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation: Alliance for Physician Certification and Advancement, 2011
- Vascular Surgery: American Board of Surgery, 2002
- General Surgery: American Board of Surgery, 1999
Professional Memberships
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
268 ratings, 30 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 3/30/2026
While my initial diagnosis is challenging, I was offered a path to diagnosis, and mapping of my potential blood flow blockage. Diabetes is challenging with heart disease, and I hope and pray that Dr. Rizzo, and his team will continue to work their Professional Magic on my behalf.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
Dr Rizzo is an excellent physician and human being!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
Doctor Rizzo was very nice and easy to talk to, I felt very comfortable talking to him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
Good visit! Great Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Dr Rizzo snd his entire staff are fantastic. The have gone to great lengths to help me get a medicss as l consult done on very short notice . They are always kind and very profession Dr Rizzo is very caring and skilled surgeon. .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Both my husband and I are patients. Dr Rizzo is a very skilled surgeon and. Always takes the time to answer questions. Our quality of life is due to his knowledge and skill
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Doctor examined the area of my concern and called my nephrologist and discussed his findings doing my visit.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Dr. Was very impersonal
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Dr.Rizzo , was awesome . First time meeting him , very warm compassionate , caring , understanding , very detailed and took time to explain detail importance of my medical condition .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Dr. Rizzo was very professional and friendly despite having to wait to see him. My experience was very good during the visit. I have great respect for Dr. Rizzo and do understand that an emergency came up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr Rizzo is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr. Rizzo is the best of the best, I am very blessed to have him caring for me
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Waited nearly an hour in the treatment room for the doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Dr.Rizzo is personable and I have complete confidence in him. I'm lucky to have him as my Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Love Dr Rizzos team
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Dr. Rizzo is excellent doctor he went above and be on. He explained everything to me. He's excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Dr Anthony Rizzo is an outstanding provider. He is sending me for cardiac clearance before surgery. I have extreme confidence in Dr Rizzo's skills on operating room.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Have had nothing but good experiences seeing Dr Rizzo. He a great doctor with a great personality.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Dr Rizzo is a true professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Dr. Rizzo is an excellent Dr. And I am very happy with his care of me and surgery. Very comfortable when you have the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Rizzo is amazing, I am thankful to have him in my corner . Very knowledgeable and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr Rizzo is the best!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
I highly recommend Dr Rizzo
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
I have great confidence in Dr. Rizzo
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr. Rizzo was absolutely excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Great Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr. Rizzo is the besT !!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Dr Rizzo and his staff are excellent, professional & caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Dr. Anthony Rizzo was very knowledgeable. I traveled a long way to see him and I'm so glad that I did.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
I was able to get an appointment with Dr. Rizzo quicker than I was expecting. He was very knowledgeable.