About Dr. Anthony Zaki,
Heart Valve Surgeon

"Very straight forward with the operation and with excellent results. The whole experience was top-notch and would recommend Dr. Zaki and the Cleveland Clinic to everyone with any heart issues. Thank you and great job!"

-- Brad Dunlap, Aortic Valve, Coronary Artery Bypass, 07/17/2024

"Dr. Zaki gave me so much confidence in his ability to perform the various procedures. He saved my life and I want to be worthy of that."

-- Patty Kaplan, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, MitraClip, Coronary Artery Bypass, 07/15/2024

"I did not see my surgeon after but requested thru my I.C.U. nurse that I would like to talk to him. He immediately tried to call but I was out of my room. He left a message that he called.

He came to see me two days later and stayed 45 minutes with me answering all post operative questions . He was patient, kind ,and very informative.

I was saddened that my outcome involved an unexpected pacemaker but felt less anxious after he spoke with me.

His calm demeanor seemed to bring peace to my emotional upset over the pacemaker."

-- Nancy Blakeley, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Repair, 06/28/2024

"Because I wanted it done as soon as possible, I chose to have the surgery just a few days before Dr. Zaki went on vacation. I didn’t see him after surgery but I did see him several times before. If I did not like his attitude or trust him with my care, I would have never made the appointment for the surgery."

-- Barbara Sutherlin, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, Median Sternotomy, Root Replacement, 06/04/2024

"Very good. Dr. Zaki explained things in ways I could understand. He was patient, kind, very nice, yet professional. 👍👍"

-- Dino Prolago, Aortic Valve, Pulmonary Valve, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Repair, Valve Replacement, 04/22/2024

"Preformed by Dr. Zaki, I received my second heart transplant on March 22, 2024. Dr. Zaki was fantastic to communicate with throughout the entire process: from pre-transplant during the evaluation to post-transplant questions and concerns.

All I got to say is that I am overwhelmed by God’s grace. God truly showed His love through the compassion of Dr. Zaki and the entire transplant team. I am beyond thankful for the prayers I didn’t hear, the tears I didn’t see, the sleepless nights you had and the weight that you carried I couldn’t take, all for my sake.

Most of all, I am thankful for the love that was poured out in abundance that I did have the blessing to witness. Plus my scar is not crooked so that's a bonus, haha!"

-- Kendall Conley, Aortic Valve, Pulmonary Valve, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Reoperation, Median Sternotomy, 03/22/2024

"Excellent person and doctor. He and his staff did an excellent job. Very good person and doctor. God bless him."

-- Zsolt Varga, Aortic Valve, Coronary Artery Bypass, 02/16/2024

"Dr. Anthony Zaki was great both as a communicator and as a surgeon. We felt confident from the first visit - when we had loads of questions. Post-surgery was equally impressive.

The surgical results were better than I could have hoped for as I have energy levels I have not felt in years. I am not aware of any issues or complications. My wife and I are very happy with Dr. Zaki and the entire Cleveland Clinic environment."

-- Timothy Wilson, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, Root Replacement, 01/24/2024

"LVAD, talked with him only once before surgery and possibly once after. I was in no condition to know. Surgery was a success. I certainly appreciate his help."

-- Paul Priesand , Aortic Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Repair, Valve Replacement, 12/15/2023

"Dr. Zaki is excellent."

-- Robert Jacobson, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, Coronary Artery Bypass, 12/15/2023

"Dr. Zaki was wonderful! Being an out-of-town patient, I met him the day before my surgery. He explained my surgery and gave me all the time I needed to ask questions. His bedside manner was polite, calm and reassuring. It was so nice to not be rushed. I recovered fairly quickly from my surgery and was back to my normal life within weeks."

-- Julie Brown, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Repair, Valve Replacement, Maze Procedure, 12/01/2023

"Summer of 2023, I was tested by my cardiologist to determine why I had heavy breathing. The nurse, by telephone, informed me a doctor would call me!!

By telephone, the surgeon informed me that I require open heart surgery. I never met the doctor!!!!

Several friends recommended. A September visit was arranged and I was instructed to bring test results.

I was assigned to Dr Zaki (surgeon) plus Dr Christswamy (non-surgical cardiologist). I met both in their respective offices to explain the aorta surgery!

Dr. Zaki was professional and took time to review the upcoming procedure. I was most pleased w/his time and explanation. Dr. Zaki followed-up after my procedure to inquire about how I felt!!!

Cleveland Clinic staff were all professional and available for me! I am very happy and grateful to all at Cleveland Clinic!"

-- William Clark, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, Transcatheter, Root Replacement, 11/14/2023

"Outstanding. Very complete explanation of the procedure and what to expect post-op. Wonderful bedside manner. Provided family with his cell number. My recovery went well."

-- Chuck Scheurer, Aortic Valve, Valve Replacement, 10/20/2023

"His surgical nurse was very informative and nice. Dr. Zaki was great . Explained the procedure. Was nice and direct. Seen him before surgery and day of and next day in ICU. Dr. Zaki performed bypass that all the drs previously told me it was impossible. Thank God for the staff and doctors at Cleveland Clinic."

-- Roberta Corwin, Mitral Valve, Tricuspid Valve, Valve Repair, Coronary Artery Bypass, 10/02/2023

"I had a good experience with the surgery to repair my mitral valve. The surgeon and the entire staff were excellent. The staff was very polite. The surgical results have been great with no lingering medical issues."

-- Mickey Langston, Mitral Valve, Valve Repair, 02/04/2023