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- English
Gender
MaleAbout Venugopal Menon
Biography
Venu Menon, MD, FACC, FAHA, is the Section Head of Clinical Cardiology in the Robert and Suzanne Tomisch Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. He is also Director of the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and the Cardiovascular Fellowship Program, and is the Mehdi Razavi Endowed Chair and Professor of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine.
Specialty Interests: Cardiac critical care, heart valve disease and coronary artery disease
Number of Patients Treated: Dr. Menon has extensive experience, with over 20 years of clinical practice
Success Rates: Cleveland Clinic is nationally and internationally
renowned for its cardiovascular care, drawing patients from across the country and around the world. To learn about patient outcomes for specific conditions and procedures, go to:
http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/about-heart-vascular-institute/treatment-outcomes.aspx
Education and Training: Dr. Menon earned his medical degree from Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research in Pondicherry, India. He completed an internship in internal medicine at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital in New York, NY, where he received the Chief Resident Award as well as the Michael Rauchman award for best graduating resident. He then completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease.
Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Menon held academic appointments at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He was received the Distinguished Faculty Award as Outstanding Teacher of the Year at Columbia University, and was named Educator of the year and inducted into the Alpha omega Alpha Honor Medical Society at University of North Carolina. Dr. Menon has served as Director of the Coronary Care Unit and Director of the Chest Pain Unit at UNC Hospitals, and as Assistant Director of Cardiac research at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York.
Research, Publications and Speaking: After completing a fellowship in cardiovascular disease, Dr. Menon continued his research training as a Clinical Research Fellow on the National Institutes of Health-supported SHOCK trial. He is the Vice Chair of the American Heart Association Acute Cardiac Care and General Cardiology Committee of the Council on Clinical Cardiology.
Dr. Menon has published more than 200 manuscripts in peer-reviewed publications with research interests in cardiac critical care and time-sensitive cardiac emergencies. Dr. Menon also has a leadership position in the Cleveland Clinic Clinical Coordinating Center for Clinical Research (C5 Research) and is involved in the conduct of clinical trials around the world, including chairmanship of the Cardiovascular Events Committee on multiple phase 3 seminal clinical trials. He serves on the American Heart Association committee for Scientific Sessions and is the American College of Cardiology liaison to the American Heart Association’s Emergency Cardiovascular Care Committee.
Leisure Activities: Spending time with family, travelling and an avid cricket fan.
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Saint Luke's - Roosevelt Hospital Center, 2000
- Fellowship: Saint Luke's - Roosevelt Hospital Center, 1998
- Residency: Saint Luke's - Roosevelt Hospital Center, 1995
- Internship: Saint Luke's - Roosevelt Hospital Center, 1993
- Medical Education: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research, 1991
Board Certifications
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1998
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1995
Additional Training
- NIH-supported Research Fellowship on the SHOCK Trial
Awards
- Fellow, American College of Cardiology
- Alpha Omega Alpha
Professional Memberships
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2026-04-22, Dr. Menon has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
127 ratings, 21 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 3/23/2026
Dr. Menon is always very caring and respectful. I met with his fellow, Dr. Vista, first. He went over my medicines and info on how I was feeling. I told him that I had been feeling very tired and was a little discouraged. We discussed my concerns and Dr. Menon gave me several suggestions and explained the results of my echocardiogram. He also explained about how my heart is working. He offered me an appointment in the next six weeks if I wanted to come back. I said I''d be okay until the next planned meeting in six months, or I would call him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
The last time I was here, I described a problem I was having and this provider ended up ordering some tests that uncovered a chronic illness. I was extremely grateful for his caring and extra effort on my behalf.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr. Menon is the best! He's clearly an expert in the field yet explains it to patients in understandable terms And his recommendations treat the patient not the symptoms
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr Menon is the best. He takes his time explaining everything and does not rush through the appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr. Menon explained my disease process and treatment options thoroughly and patiently and answered all our questions. This was done kindly in a comfortable setting and at a level of academic and clinical excellence that was exemplary. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr Menon Is Best of the Best. I have relied on him 15 years running!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Good the care providers were couterious and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
I have been seeing Dr. Venugopal Menon for the past three years, and I continue to be very happy with the care I receive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
I've been seeing Dr. Venugopal Menon for the past three years, and I continue to be very happy with the care I receive. Even after my bypass surgery and CRT-D placement, he has been consistently supportive, attentive, and patient in answering my questions. It gives me great confidence knowing I'm in such capable hands. I really appreciate his continued dedication and the way he takes time to explain everything clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
I had a question about my health that I was worr about.Dr Menon was very clear and very thoughtful about the answer he gave.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Long wait to see doctor-first time ever such a wait-Dr. Menon is wonderful as are his associates
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Dr Menon is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
In my opinion, Dr. Menon has the natural ability to converse with his patients. He and his team are wonderful, caring people.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
We are very pleased with Dr. Menon and his approach to my issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
It is great to see more fellows/residents with Dr. Menon. Glad to help them learn and polish their (already significantly advanced) skills. Great listening, great bedside manner and wonderful experience with Dr. Menon as usual.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr. Menon is a professional that I have a great deal respect for!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Dr. Menon continues to provide excellent care. He makes sure I'm comfortable with everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Dr. Menon and his colleague spent a significant amount of time with me. I also appreciated their clear explanation of my situation and a proposed plan
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
Driving 2 hours and receiving world class treatment from Dr Mennon and his assistant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Menon always kind and takes the time to hear any concerns and answer all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
I've been seeing Dr Menon for several years and am comfortable with his care and interest in my wellbeing. His fellow was delightful and very thorough as well