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MaleAbout Curtis Rimmerman
Biography
Curtis Mark Rimmerman, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.C. is Vice President & Chief Medical Officer International and Emerging Markets. Dr. Rimmerman was appointed to the Cleveland Clinic’s Professional Staff in 1993 as a cardiologist in the Section of Clinical Cardiology, the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, at the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. Since 1996, Dr. Rimmerman has been a leader in international healthcare delivery directing multidisciplinary teams both internationally and domestically. In 2001, Dr. Rimmerman was appointed the inaugural holder of the Gus P. Karos Endowed Chair in Clinical Cardiovascular Medicine. Dr. Rimmerman is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology.
Specialty/Clinical interests: Dr. Rimmerman’s clinical practice encompasses coronary artery and valvular heart disease diagnosis and management.
Success Rates: Cleveland Clinic is nationally and internationally
renowned for its cardiovascular care. Success rates for specific procedures are available at: http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/about-heart-vascular-institute/treatment-outcomes.aspx
Education and Training: Dr. Rimmerman was raised in Cleveland, Ohio. He completed his undergraduate studies at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a B.A. in Chemistry (Phi Beta Kappa) in 1983. He received his Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) in 1987 from the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.
Dr. Rimmerman completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee followed by a cardiovascular medicine fellowship at the Krannert Institute of Cardiology at Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis. He continued his education while on Cleveland Clinic’s professional staff at the Case Western Reserve University Weatherhead School of Management, earning a Master's Degree in Business Administration (M.B.A.) in 2001.
Research and Publications: Dr. Rimmerman is an expert in12-lead electrocardiogram interpretation and education, being the author of multiple books including Interactive Electrocardiography, 3rd Edition, an industry standard.
He has directed numerous Cleveland Clinic educational symposia including co-founding the Annual Intensive Review of Cardiology Board Review Course. Dr. Rimmerman has published two books with Kaplan Publishing. His first book, The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Heart Attacks, was released in 2009. A second book, The Cleveland Clinic Guide to Speaking With Your Cardiologist, was released in 2010.
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Graduate School: Case Western Reserve University Weatherhead School of Management, 2001
- Fellowship: Indiana University Medical Center, 1993
- Residency: Vanderbilt University Hospital, 1990
- Internship: Vanderbilt University Hospital, 1988
- Medical Education: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, 1987
- Undergraduate: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, 1983
Board Certifications
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1993
Additional Training
- Master of Business Administration, Case Western Reserve University Weatherhead School of Management, 2001
- Certified Physician Executive, American College of Physician Executives, 2007
Awards
Professional Memberships
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2025-07-16, Dr. Rimmerman has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
41 ratings, 6 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 2/3/2026
Dr. Rimmerman is an extraordinary physician. His clinical expertise and his ability to provide outstanding health care are evident in all that he does for his patients. He provides an environment of collaborative care. As a patient, this is most important and certainly most appreciated. He truly listens and then develops a course of care and action that provides the best outcomes. He also sets a standard of conduct, as well as a patient centered culture that are most impressive. His sincere concern and empathic approach to my health and wellbeing are very reassuring and comforting to me. The entire team, in his department, are on board with making the patient first. He embodies the true definition of a physician. I am very grateful that he's is my physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Everyone whether they were a doctor or, nurse or office personnel were great. Especially Dr. Curtis Rimmerman. He was very personal and easy to talk too, besides being very intelligent. He also has an exceptional memory.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr. Rimmerman, a most excellent doctor
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. Rimmerman was very thorough with reviewing my medical history. He recommended a MRI of my heart and bloodwork for rheumatoid arthritis. He also asked If I would consider going on a plant base diet. I never considered this being the cause of my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Excellent visit. Saw Dr. Rimmerman years ago, happy he is back!