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- Adult
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- English
Gender
MaleAbout Joseph Lahorra
Biography
Joseph A. Lahorra, MD, is Staff Cardiothoracic Surgeon in the Cleveland Clinic Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. Dr. Lahorra has a special interest in adult cardiothoracic surgery, including coronary artery bypass, aortic valve replacement, mitral valve repair and replacement and surgery of the lungs, esophagus and mediastinum.
Dr. Lahorra is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the American College of Chest Physicians.
A Cleveland native, Dr. Lahorra graduated from Orange High School. He received his Bachelor of Arts at Tufts University where he graduated summa cum laude and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. He received his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. He completed his residency in general surgery at University Hospitals of Cleveland. As the Dudley P. Allen Surgical Scholar, he completed a research fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. He received his cardiothoracic surgical training at the University of Michigan. After completing his training in 1997, Dr. Lahorra joined the staff of the Cleveland Clinic Heart Center in 2000.
Locations
- Akron General
- 1 Akron General Avenue, Akron, OH 44307
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- Akron General
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers, 1997
- Residency: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, 1995
- Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, 1992
- Internship: University Hospitals of Cleveland, 1989
- Medical Education: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 1988
- Undergraduate: Tufts University, 1984
Board Certifications
- Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery: American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 1998
Professional Highlights
- President of Medical Staff, Parma Community General Hospital, 2006-2008
- Chairman, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Parma Community General Hospital
Professional Memberships
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2026-04-27, Dr. Lahorra has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
95 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 9/10/2025
Dr was very helpful in answering my questions and giving info about my upcoming surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Lahore went above and beyond in checking my past records. He explained everything in detail where we understood the next step.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Lahore went above and beyond as I stated previously. Wonderful; I will recommend him to any one needing his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Such a warm and caring doctor. Explained everything very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
The doctor explained my medical issues so I could understand .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
The doctor answered all our questions and took all the time we need. He was gracious and friendly!