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MaleAbout Eric Roselli
Biography
Eric Roselli, MD, is Chief of Adult Cardiac Surgery, Director of the Aorta Center, Director of Tall Rounds® and a Staff Surgeon in the Cleveland Clinic Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. Dr. Roselli holds a joint appointment in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and is on the teaching faculty at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
Specialty/Clinical Interests: Adult Cardiac surgery, surgery for thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection including endovascular treatment, Aortic valve repair and replacement including minimally invasive and percutaneous treatment, high-risk reoperation surgery, aortic related congenital issues, and surgery for cardiovascular tumors
Experience and Outcomes: Cleveland Clinic performs more than 5,000 heart surgeries each year. All Cleveland Clinic cardiac surgeons complete between 300-400 cardiac cases per year. As one of the nation's highest-volume cardiac surgical centers, Cleveland Clinic treats highly complex and critically ill patients, performing procedures that only a handful of surgeons across the country can do. View success rates and outcomes HERE
Learn more about the Cardiovascular Surgery Department HERE.
Education and Training: Dr. Roselli did his undergraduate work at the University of Michigan, where he received the David J. Hallisey Memorial Academic Scholarship. He received his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, graduating in 1997 "with distinction." He completed residencies in both surgery and thoracic and cardiovascular surgery at Cleveland Clinic, followed by additional training in catheter-based interventions and endovascular surgery. He was appointed to Cleveland Clinic in 2005 in the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.
Publications and Speaking: He has authored or co-authored over 300 book chapters and articles in peer-reviewed journals on root, arch, and thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms, endovascular aortic surgery, reoperative cardiac surgery, aortic valve disease, cardiac tumors, cardiac CT, atrial fibrillation and transcatheter device development. Dr. Roselli participates in the peer review process as a reviewer and served as guest editor for prestigious medical journals.
Dr Roselli's research is focused on thoracic aortic dissection and aneurysms, and aortic valve and multi-valve disease. Specifically, his projects are directed at improving and developing safer and less invasive approaches to treat patients with these problems. He is regularly invited to present information about his research at medical and surgical conferences worldwide.
Dr. Roselli is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American College of Cardiology. He has served as a chairman and member of the program committee for multiple national meetings, co-authored practice guidelines for the treatment of patients with cardiovascular diseases, and is an active member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
About Dr. Roselli: “I enjoy my field because every day within a matter of a few short minutes, I have the privilege of helping a patient and their family during one of the most important events of their life, making the decision to proceed with a potentially lifesaving operation. I never lose site of the trust that people put in our team to take care of their loved one like we would our own family member.
Leisure time activities: In his leisure time, Dr. Roselli likes to spend time with his family, skiing and boating
Videos: To learn more about Dr. Roselli and his expertise, watch his videos HERE or those listed on HeartValveSurgery.com.
Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Residency: Cleveland Clinic, 2005
- Residency: Cleveland Clinic, 2002
- Internship: Cleveland Clinic, 1998
- Medical Education: Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine, 1997
- Undergraduate: University of Michigan, 1993
Board Certifications
- Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery: American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 2006
Additional Training
Endovascular Surgery Fellowship, Cleveland Clinic
Awards
- 2015: Thoracic Surgery Residents Association Dwight C McGoon National Teaching Award
- 2015; Sones Favaloro Award for Disease Centers and IPU Development
- 2008, 2011: Bruce W. Lytle Master Clinical Instructor Award (Teacher of the Year)
- 2005: Dr. Charles H. Bryan Annual Award for Clinical Excellence in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Cleveland Clinic
Professional Memberships
Innovations & Patents
Dr. Roselli is one of only a few "hybrid" specialists trained in both open surgical and interventional techniques for the treatment of complex structural heart (aortic and mitral valve) and thoracic aortic disease (aneurysms and dissection). He has been instrumental in the development of several new less invasive approaches used to treat complex cardiovascular disease.
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists collaborate with industry to advance medical breakthroughs. These partnerships help commercialize discoveries for public benefit while maintaining scientific integrity. To ensure transparency and minimize potential bias, Cleveland Clinic reviews these relationships and publicly discloses when physicians/scientists receive significant compensation for consulting, serve in fiduciary roles, receive royalties, or hold equity interests related to their work. We manage potential conflicts through approval processes, annual reporting, and targeted management plans.
As of 2025-10-07, Dr. Roselli has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below.
Royalty Payments. Dr. Roselli receives or has the right to receive royalty payments for inventions or discoveries commercialized through the companies shown below:
- Artivion, Inc., formerly CryoLife, Inc./ Jotec
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Roselli receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- Artivion, Inc., formerly CryoLife, Inc./ Jotec
- Edwards Lifesciences LLC
- W.L. Gore and Associates, Inc
Right to Future Distribution of Cleveland Clinic Financial Interest. Dr. Roselli may receive future financial benefits from the Cleveland Clinic for inventions or discoveries commercialized through the companies shown below:
- Artivion, Inc., formerly CryoLife, Inc./ Jotec
Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.
* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.
Insurances Accepted
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
220 ratings, 44 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
Clearly excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2026
It''s an honor to speak with Dr. Roselli
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2026
Dr. Roselli is godsend!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2026
Know I''m in the best care possible with Dr. Roselli and the Cleveland Clinic!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2026
Dr. Roselli is the best!!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
My experience was amazing. This was my surgery one year checkup. Dr. Roselli saved my life. I have had many doctors and quite a few surgeries in my life but not one could come close to this surgery. Dr. Roselli is an incredible surgeon and one of the most caring compassionate doctors I have ever met.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr. Rosalii is the best, highly recommend him explained my procedure in Detail highly recommend Dr. Roselli
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr. Roselli is so very good. He is personable and professional. He conveyed the medical findings in terms I could understand. He answered all my questions. A perfect meeting.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr. Rosalii answered all my questions, And educated me on my procedure what a great guy very down the Earth! Highly recommend
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
My family and I are very pleased with the care from Dr Roselli, his team and the nurses and everyone on the staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Choosing the Cleveland Clinic was their right choice. The expertise and professionalism for the nurses to the doctors and all other with who I and my wife interacted were always professional & first rate. I would also like to dens a big thank you to Dr. Roselli and his staff. Mine was a complex surgery - replacement or repair of 3 severely leaking valves although the initial recovery was difficult, we are extremely grateful for the care we received at the Cleveland clinic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr. Roselli.took the time to explain surgery.we were not scheduled to see him. He is wonderful.asset to your hospital. We're so thankful to have him as.a Surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
I would recommend Dr. Reselling and Jenna .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Dr. Roselli is great at explaining his work and what I need to do to recover
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Doctor was running late thus did not have enough time to discuss all the treatment options to my satisfaction , Doctor was very pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr. Roselli said he is lucky to have a great staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr Roselli inspires confidence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Before selecting Dr. Roselli to be my surgeon I looked up his education and history. His positive attitude was reassuring. I see why so many patients want him, which makes it very difficult to schedule an appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr Roselli is exactly the surgeon I want should I need treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
My doctor and staff did a great job of getting him in once they knew who I was. The outsourced original scheduling team was a little bit more confusing to work with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr. Roselli made me feel so incredibly cared about. I've never had a doctor treat me so well and be so Incredibly thoughtful and sensitive to my concerns as well. I'm very grateful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
All good. The doctor and the staff. Very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Dr Roselli was personable, patient, knowledgeable and very informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Dr. Roselli and his staff provided excellent surgical care - so very grateful. Care on the floors was also superior and delivered with kindness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr. Roselli's staff, especially his assistant, Kim were wonderfully helpful and made the process seamless
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr. Roselli, knowing I am a physician and surgeon took every opportunity to provide high-level technical explanations to me, while making sure my wife understood and provided us both with ample time for questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Dr. Roselli is amazing! We love being able to see him for my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Super nice Dr.'s and staff . Took the time to talk to me and seem to care about my healthcare and emotional well being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Wonderful beyond words. My wife have I have never experienced such kindness, professionalism, comfort and service from the hearts of so many people including Dr. Roselli.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Every step of the way Dr. Roselli's team and the Cleveland Clinic were incredible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr Roselli is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
It was reassuring to me to have someone with Dr. Roselli's knowledge & experience explain how he would address my aneurysm and why he'd choose that path.The visit was worth it from the psych benefit alone. Lol
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
He is a wonderful person. Listens patiently. Has a lot of empathy. You feel like you are in the very best hands, caring the patients. Thanks a lot Dr Roselli. I can not thank you enough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
The provider is very thorough and open to wuestions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr. Roselli is one of the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
I absolutely love Dr Roselli and his team! Without them I truly believe I would not be here to fill out this survey.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Dr. Roselli always takes the time to listen to my concerns and answer all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
I came from Florida for this surgery. The care I received from the doctor and the rest of the staff was superior to any care I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Dr Roselli always takes time to explain medical condition & recommended care. He is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr. Roselli spent a lot of time, explained everything and answered my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr. Roselli and his whole team and all the clinic staff too are outstanding with fantastic customer service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
Dr Roselli, is always upfront, explains our situation. Addresses our concerns. Makes us feel we are in the best care. No one better!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Dr. Rorelli took his time, explained all about my aorta . Could not ask fro a better visit with a doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
The doctors did a great job in answering any questions they took the time to listen I think they were very helpful and very amazing