Leslie Cho, MD
Women's Cardiovascular DiseaseInterventional CardiologyPreventive Cardiology
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FemaleAbout Leslie Cho
Biography
Leslie Cho, MD, is Director of the Cleveland Clinic’s Women’s Cardiovascular Center. She is also Section Head, Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation and Vice Chair of Safety, Quality and Patient Experience for the Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute. She is a professor of Medicine at Cleveland Clinic Lerner School of Medicine Case Western Reserve Medical School. Dr. Cho is board-certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular medicine, and internal medicine.
Specialty Interests: Coronary artery disease (CAD), microvessel disease, coronary artery dissection, cardiovascular prevention, peripheral arterial disease, hyperlipidemia, statin intolerance and their attendant therapies and treatments. Dr. Cho specializes in heart disease in women as well as hyperlipidemia and prevention.
Education and Training: Dr. Cho received her undergraduate degree in interdisciplinary studies from the University of California, Los Angeles, graduating cum laude. She received her medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, and took her residency in internal medicine at the University of Washington Medical Center where she received the John Humphrey Award as Most Outstanding Internal Medicine Resident. Her clinical training continued when she accepted a fellowship in cardiology, followed by a fellowship in interventional cardiology and peripheral disease, both from Cleveland Clinic.
Prior to her appointment to Cleveland Clinic in 2005 as Director of the Women’s Cardiovascular Center, Dr. Cho was Assistant Professor of Medicine, Section on Interventional Cardiology in the Division of Cardiology at Loyola University Medical Center, where she also served as both Director of Carotid Intervention and Director of Interventional Cardiology Research.
Research, Publications and Speaking: Dr. Cho’s clinical research interests are women and heart disease and the role of new treatments for hyperlipidemia and novel risk factor. Her research has garnered her many grants to study various therapeutic treatments for heart disease and she is on the steering committee for International trials of hypercholesterolemia.
She is author or co-author of numerous peer-reviewed articles and abstracts in leading medical journals, and she has authored 3 medical textbooks and contributed numerous chapters to medical textbooks related to her specialty interests.
Dr. Cho is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC), fellow of the Society of Angiography and Cardiac Intervention, Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology and currently serves on AHA exercise and rehabilitation committee, as well as the National Quality Forum Cardiovascular Steering Committee and is a special consultant to the FDA. She has served on the Peripheral Disease Committee of ACC . She is a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Heart Association.
Videos: To learn more about Dr. Cho and her expertise, watch her videos HERE
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 2002
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic, 2000
- Residency: University of Washington Medical Center, 1997
- Internship: University of Washington Medical Center, 1995
- Medical Education: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, 1994
- Undergraduate: University of California Los Angeles, 1990
Board Certifications
- Interventional Cardiology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2002
Professional Highlights
- Board Member, American Heart Association
Additional Training
- Peripheral Vascular Intervention
- Cerebral Vascular Intervention
Awards
- National Peripheral Disease Committee, American College of Cardiology, 2005-2008
Innovations & Patents
Research & Publications
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As of 2025-09-24, Dr. Cho has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
186 ratings, 32 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 4/2/2026
Dr Leslie Cho is terrific. I feel fortunate to be in her practice. She is smart, efficient, articulate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2026
Dr Cho was very caring and her breadth of knowledge concerning my condition was impressive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2026
I was very impressed by the amount of time Dr. Cho spent with me . She was very thorough and explained everything. She was great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
I have reccomended Dr Cho to a family member
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Dr. Cho was very good at explaining what she was looking for in test results from the past and how that related to future tests needed. She is always thorough and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Dr Cho is a top notch provider. She is working diligently to solve my complex medical problems!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Dr. Cho is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Outstanding physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr Cho is the very best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Very tough to get an appointment with Dr Cho.. She is in high demand!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
Dr Cho was excellent. She took the time to review all of the previous scans related to my visit and provided a clear path toward future care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
During my procedure, Dr. Cho was very professional and informed me each step of the way. Afterwards, I found her to be very pleasant and cordial making sure I understood everything that happened and what to watch for in the coming days.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Dr. Cho was very gracious to squeeze me into her busy day and took the time to address my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
I had a wonderful visit with Dr. Cho
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr. Cho provided clear and concise explanations of the process and her questions were very focused and easy to understand. She provided the best explanation of my issue that I have heard yet. She was very respectful and open about all aspects of the visit. Her professionalism was outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Dr. Cho is amazing! She is so thorough in her exam. She listens and really wants to find out from the perspective of the patient how things are going. She Evaluates the patient's lifestyle, makes really great recommendations, and really cares about me as a patient. .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Very thorough! Doctor took her time to explain and talk about options! Never felt rushed or stressed in entire visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr. Cho could be the model CCF physician. She's terrific.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr. Cho was very knowledgeable, personable, and empathetic. She performed a thorough review and provided clear communication of the plan. She was delightful to meet and I'm grateful for her kindness and attentiveness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
I could not be any happier with Dr Cho. She always gives me the time I need and addresses my needs/concerns completely. I highly recommend her to everyone I talk to. She is a great representative of Cleveland Clinic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Dr Cho is efficient, thorough, professional and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Cho rules. Have seen her for 20 years and I look forward to my annual visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Cho is the best Cardiologist/Doctor I have ever worked with in my life. She came to me through a referral from my Geisinger Cardiologist and she's unlike any physician I have ever had. She's brilliant to say the least, but also very compassionate and understanding of me not only as a cardiac patient but an overall patient. It's difficult to describe just how much she stands out but I understand why she practices at Cleveland Clinic and even though she is 6 hours away from me, I hope to have this relationship with her for the rest of my life. Cleveland is BLESSED to have her talent and why they are the number 1 Heart Hospital in the country.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Care provider seemed rushed. Inquiry about conditions especially CABG graft healthiness was minimal. Maybe, the day was just an off day for this provider because normally there is more thorough assessments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
Dr. Cho was the perfect combination of knowledgeable and compassionate! She was excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr. Cho is truly an excellent doctor. I look forward to coming to see her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
Dr Cho is an excellent physician and I would refer a family member or friend to her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
Dr Cho was very caring and listened to me and addressed all questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Dr Cho was very thorough and made sure my other doctors were appropriately providing medicines without interactions. I am very grateful for her ongoing support!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Dr. Cho was thorough and caring. She explained everything and listened to me. She is an excellent doctor and I would highly recommend her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Dr Cho is a very thoughtful and though physician. I appreciate her concern.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Dr Cho is a top notch physician very thankful for her and her staff