Summary

Nicholas Smedira specializes in thoracic surgery and trauma surgery, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to patient care. They earned their medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed residency training at UCSF Medical Center. With 42 years of experience in the field, Nicholas Smedira provides care in both Arabic and Spanish to serve diverse patient populations.

Nicholas Smedira practices at Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital and sees patients in Cleveland, Ohio. They focus on treating complex heart conditions including aortic valve stenosis, cardiomyopathy, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Their expertise includes performing cardiac rehabilitation and cardiac rehabilitation exercises to help patients recover and strengthen their hearts. Patients rate Nicholas Smedira 5.0 out of 5 stars for their care and service.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 42 years of experience
  • 55 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, Spanish
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 43 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Nicholas Smedira has 2 locations

Cleveland Clinic

9500 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44195

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

9500 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44195

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Dr. Nicholas SmediraDr. Janet Mee Chin NguDr. James Caleb WittenDr. Ahmad Poostizadeh
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
42 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Arabic, Spanish
Cleveland , OHChicago , ILCleveland , OHCleveland , OH
Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Shahid Beheshti University Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nicholas Smedira

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aultcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Independent Health
  • Independent Health - HMO
  • MDwise
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • OhioHealthy
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Priority Health
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • SummaCare
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nicholas Smedira has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nicholas Smedira has the following 43 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Aortic Aneurysm
  • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
  • Aortic Valve Stenosis
  • Blood Clot (Thromboembolism)
  • Blood Clot (Thrombosis)
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • Cardiogenic Shock
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB)
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Coronary Disease
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
  • Endocarditis
  • Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
  • Heart Disease (Myocardial Ischemia)
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
  • Lung Transplantation
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • Mitral Valve Stenosis
  • Myocardial Diseases
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Myxoma
  • Percutaneous Arterial Septic Defect (ASD) Closure
  • Pericardiectomy
  • Pericardiocentesis
  • Pericarditis
  • Postoperative Hemorrhage
  • Prosthesis Failure
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Recurrence
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Nicholas Smedira holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsf Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Smedira's NPI number is 1124084207.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Nicholas Smedira is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital.
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What languages does Dr. Nicholas Smedira speak?
Dr. Nicholas Smedira speaks Arabic and Spanish.

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