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MaleAbout Jeffery Courson
Biography
Jeffery Courson, DO, FHRS, is a heart rhythm specialist in the Electrophysiology and Pacing Section of the Tomsich Family Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. He sees patients at Cleveland Clinic main campus.
Specialty Interests: Syncope, palpitations, tachycardia, bradycardia, inherited heart rhythm disorders (long QT, Bragada’s, ARVC, HCM, CPVT), pacemakers, defibrillators, tilt testing, implantable loop monitors
Experience: Specialists in the Cardiac Electrophysiology and Pacing Section are leaders in the diagnosis and care of patients with atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, Wolff Parkinson White syndrome, flutter and other abnormal heart rhythms.
Dr. Courson performs 200 - 300 electrophysiology procedures a year, including pacemaker, cardiac defibrillator and loop monitor implantation; tilt tests; cardioversions and ablations. He is board certified in internal medicine, cardiac electrophysiology and cardiology and is a fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society.
Success Rates: Success rates for electrophysiology procedures at Cleveland Clinic are available at https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/outcomes/392-electrophysiology-laboratory-procedures-by-type.
Education: Dr. Courson earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Athens, Ohio. He completed a combined internal medicine and emergency medicine residency at Doctors Hospital of Stark County, Massillon, Ohio. He began his specialty training as a fellow in cardiology at Deborah Heart and Lung Center in Browns Mills, N.J., and continued subspecialty training as a fellow in electrophysiology at Lahey Clinic Medical Center in Burlington, Mass.
Prior to his appointment to the Cleveland Clinic medical staff in 2020 and relocating to Cleveland Clinic main campus, Dr. Courson was in private practice with Heart Rhythm Associates at Cleveland Clinic Akron General for nine years.
About Dr. Courson: “I became interested in taking care of patients with syncope as there was significant need in my field. This problem creates a lot of frustration and uncertainty for patients, their family and their care providers. I do my best to help patients understand what is happening, and together we work out the best management plan for them.”
Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Lahey Clinic, 2005
- Fellowship: Deborah Heart & Lung Center, 2004
- Residency: South Pointe Hospital, 2001
- Residency: Affinity Medical Center- Doctors Campus, 1997
- Medical Education: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (Athens), 1996
Board Certifications
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology: American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2005
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, 2004
Awards
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2025-08-21, Dr. Courson has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
154 ratings, 38 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 4/8/2026
It is not easy to maneuver through such a large facility, but it is worth it for this doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2026
Dr Courson is always so kind and caring during my visits. He discusses things in detail, but still in a way that is easy to understand. He gives me options about my care and allows me to discuss my opinions for possible treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
I am very happy with the doctor and his staff. I
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Dr. Courson is the doctor I have spent 15 years trying to find. He cares so deeply about his patients, is so invested in research studies, and outlined a very detailed possible course of action with many different ideas for different levels of severity. He cares and I hope to remain his patient for a very long time as he follows my vasovagal condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Dr. Courson was exceedingly thorough, caring, and knowledgeable. The level of detail and information he provided was exceptional.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
My time with the doctor went very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Dr. Courson was extremely easy to talk to and provided information that I needed an answers to my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Dr. Courson is a very easy person to talk to and made the visit extremely beneficial
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr coursen is awesome ,very through ,explains well ,really cares for his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Dr. Courson was excellent. Very good at explaining and listening.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Excellent physician visit. Very knowledgeable and skilled. Exceeded my expectations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Outstanding physician, both extremely knowledgeable and concerned about his patients, great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
The doctor was very helpful and explained my problems and concerns very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Dr. Cousin is very caring and explains things very well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
He is such a knowledgeable physician. He treats the whole patient. He makes my mom comfortable and he is relatable. He's the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
After a year of feeling uncared for by other providers, Dr. Courson was so helpful and I felt listened to for the first time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Already have recommended him. Dr. Courson is the most patient, caring, compassionate & understanding doctor that doesn't rush you and takes time to listen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
The visit with the doctor went very well. He answered all my questions and provided thorough answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr. Corsen was simply the most caring doctor I've met to date! Not only did he get me in within a short period of time, he also took his time helping me understand all the tests!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Courson was very informative and I greatly appreciated his perspective.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Dr.Courson is by far the best physician I've ever seen in my life.Caring and compassionate about his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Courson was very caring & informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
Best doctor I have ever spoken too.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Dt Courson was excellent. He took time to fully answer my questions and provide a comprehensive explanation about this condition and its relationship to my other cardiac issues. He also recommended a couple of tests. I was very pleased with the appointment and his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Here was a wonderful Dr.. We got excellent information and a lot of detail and he took very good care of us, and we were very pleased.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Dr. Coursen is the best doctor I've ever had. He listened to me, he answered my questions, he was thorough and kind. I felt heard and understood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Dr. Courson is great at taking his time with his patients and answering all the questions that I had. I tell everyone when they ask if they have a problem give him a call
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
Dr. Courson was so attentive to my concerns. He showed care for me as a whole person, including the big picture of my health, not just the one thing that was being addressed at this visit. He made me feel validated by acknowledging that my symptoms are real, when many people in my life make me feel like it's all in my head.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
I could not have been happier with Dr. Courson. He took time to answer all my questions and made me feel very comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
I had an extremely positive experience with Dr. Courson, he listened very attentively and gave very thorough explanations to everything he said and every question I asked. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Dr. Coursen is one of the most courteous, personable doctors I have ever had contact with. He makes you feel like a very important patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr. Courson is consistently kind, attentive, informative, professional, and helpful. I have seen him several times. It is always a positive experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr Coursin was in a word AMAZING. He listened and questioned. He answered and explained so much. Didn't make me feel stupid and actually listened to my concerned.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr Coursin was very easy to talk to and addressed my concerns. He's always very friendly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
Excellent care and very professional and knowledgable. Dr. Courson took time to answer questions to our understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
Dr Courson is an exceptional listener. He always makes me feel like he care about my issues. It's why I still see him even though the move from Akron to Cleveland adds an hour to my travel time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
Dr. Courson is an exceptional Dr whose knowledge of the causations of my medical condition wha stunning. He also spent a grate of time with me which was miuch appreciated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Dr Courson is a 10!