Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleLocations
- CA Building - Taussig Cancer Center
- 10201 Carnegie Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106
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- A Building - Crile Building
- 2049 East 100th Street, Cleveland, OH 44106
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 1998
- Fellowship: Johns Hopkins, 1997
- Residency: Johns Hopkins, 1995
- Medical Education: Hahnemann School of Medicine (Pennsylvania), 1993
- Residency: Nassau University Medical Center, 1984
- Internship: Flushing Hospital and Medical Center, 1980
- Medical Education: NYU College of Dentistry, 1979
- Undergraduate: St. John's University, 1976
Board Certifications
- General Surgery: American Board of Plastic Surgery, 2000
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2026-03-23, Dr. Tufaro has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
72 ratings, 13 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 4/28/2026
Dr. Tufaro and his staff were wonderful! He explained in detail my diagnosis and plan of care. I wanted a second opinion and I''m thankful for his expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
I thoroughly enjoy time with Dr Tufaro.He is caring, competent and reassuringly honest.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr.Tufaro is professional and kind. He listens and explains and shows a true interest in his patients. I have 100 percent confidence in him and would highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Dr. Tufaro and his team were outstanding! They put me at ease and I felt safe God bless them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Good afternoon Tafaro was magnificent. He's always friendly and kind always professional to me. Treated me with dignity. I really care for doctor Tafaro.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
I trust Dr. Tufaro's judgement!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Great experience. Doctor's approach to medicine is comforting. He makes each visit very comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Unlike any other medical facility or doctor I tried to schedule with. Far far exceeds excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr. Tufaro is wonderful....
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Doctors care was comforting while being vvery professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Doctor was very personable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Dr Tufaro has been an outstanding physician throughout this entire process!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Dr. Tufaro was professional and very knowledgeable. He did an excellent job with surgery and follow up. First class treatment, an excellent representative for the CC. Vincent was great too.