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MaleAbout Vladimir Vekstein
Biography
Vladimir Vekstein, MD, is a staff physician in the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. He practices at Hillcrest Medical Building and Hillcrest Hospital, where he is Director of the cardiac catheterization laboratory. He is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular diseases and interventional cardiology.
Dr. Vekstein was appointed to the Hillcrest medical staff in 2000. Prior to that, he was director of the Coronary Care Unit at University Hospitals of Cleveland and Director of the Coronary Care Unit at The Mt. Sinai Medical Center from 1990 to 1997. He also was an assistant professor of medicine at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine for 10 years, 1990 to 2000.
Dr. Vekstein earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY. He completed his residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in cardiology at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Mass. During his cardiology fellowship he simultaneously completed a subspecialty fellowship in percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty.
After completing his postdoctoral training, Dr. Vekstein was an attending physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He held this position until relocating to Cleveland in 1990.
Dr. Vekstein is the author of a number of papers, abstracts and reviews in leading cardiac journals, including Circulation, the New England Journal of Medicine and Journal of the American College of Cardiology. He has been a co-investigator on six studies related to heart attack and unstable angina and a co-principal investigator on a study of medications to treat acute heart attack.
In 2008, 2009 and 2010 Dr. Vekstein was named to the Best Physicians in Northeast Ohio list.
Locations
- Hillcrest Medical Office Building II
- 6801 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Hts, OH 44124
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Brigham & Women's Hospital, 1990
- Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital, 1987
- Medical Education: New York University School of Medicine, 1984
- Undergraduate: Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University Rhode Island Hospital, 1980
Board Certifications
- Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1989
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1987
Research & Publications
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
413 ratings, 40 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 4/7/2026
I would definitely recommend Dr Vekstein and his team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2026
I''ve been a patient of Dr Vekstein for years. He''s great to deal with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Thankful for Dr. Vekstein and staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr. Vekstein is a wonderful Dr.. He''s kind, comforting, and tuned in to my concerns and needs. I trust him 100% with my health care. He''s just a great man and I am grateful he''s my Dr..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Dr Vekstein is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
I recommend him often... I like him and his staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Dr. Vekstein is excellent. I have known him for almost 21 years now and he has always taken great care of me. I really appreciate him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Excellent care and concern from Dr. Vekstein at all visits
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Amazing physician
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Rushed out of the appointment . No time spent with provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr gave an excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
I have been going to this Doctor for a very long time and had very good visits.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr Veckstein is the best. I am so fortunate that I was assigned to his care. Great doctor great guy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Dr. Veckstein is kind, patient and reassuring. I felt very lucky to be under his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr. Vekstein is the best. Easy to talk to but still very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Dr. Vekstein has been my Dr for over 20 years. He is a very good Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Dr Vekstein is a knowledgeable , intelligent and caring doctor!!! He has saved my life and continues to help me stay healthy. He is a credit to CCF and I pray that he will be my heart doctor for many years to come!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Always a good experience at the office of Dr Vekstein
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
I have been working with Dr. Vekstein for over 20 years., He is outstanding both in his knowledge of cardiology as well as genuinely listening to his patents.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
As a retired medical doctor from USSR , I can recommend my family practician doctor Vladimir I Vekstein for Russian speaking patient because first of all he's a good doctor , attentive, knowledgeable professional ,and You, as a patient , has a chance to avoid any miss understanding , because don't need interpreter.I highly recommend my doctor, Vladimir I Vekstein For my friends and for everyone who cares about their health.Thank You Doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
VERY happy with Dr. Veckstein and his entire staff....
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Doctor V. Is always very good to talk with..a good listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Dr. Vekstein has been my cardiologist before he joined Cleveland Clinic. He is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
He's the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr Vekstien was very informative and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Excellent care n the doctor took time to explain everything!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Dr Veckstein The BEST. I was so lucky to get him for my procedure. I'm going fantastic a year and a half later.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
Dr.Vekstein is patient, kind and very knowledgeable. He is always prepared prior to appointment and answers my questions thoroughly. He is genuinely concerned for my health and for me as a person. I highly recommend this physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Dr. Veckstein and staff are true professionals and provided me great care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
My care provider is excellent. He takes the time to listen to my concerns and answers all my questions. I feel that he really cares about my medical care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
I have and I will continue to recommend my health care provider, Dr Vekstein. He is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr. Vekstein is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Top flight practice. Dr. Vekstein and the entire team are amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr Vekstien and his nurse were very professional and caring. They told me what tests they were doing and answered any questions I had. I am very satisfied! Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Dr Vekstein is great. He listens and is caring and explains the situation very well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
This doctor and his staff I would recommend to anyone. I get the best care at Cleveland Clinic Medical Facilities.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Vekstein is a wonderful doctor. He truly cares about my health and is a very good listener if I have any questions/concerns about my health issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr Vekstein was so kind and thorough in his explanations of my issues. He listened and answered my questions. He has a fabulous bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Excellent doctor Very easy to talk with about my issue