Rheumatology
Leonard Calabrese, DO
R.J. Fasenmeyer Chair of Clinical Immunology
Dr. Leonard H. Calabrese is a rheumatologist and clinical immunologist at Cleveland Clinic, where he has been a staff member in the Department of Rheumatic and Immunologic Diseases since 1980. He heads the Section of Clinical Immunology and co-directs the Center for Vasculitis Care and Research, with a particular interest in vascular inflammatory disease of the central nervous system. He also directs the RJ Fasenmyer Center for Clinical Immunology and holds the R.J. Fasenmeyer Chair of Clinical
50+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Master, American College of Rheumatology (MACR)
- Fellow, American College of Physicians
- Fellow, American College of Sports Medicine
Education & Training
- Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (1975)
- Undergraduate: John Carroll University (1971)
- Internship: Cleveland Clinic (1976)
- Residency: Cleveland Clinic (1978)
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic (1980)
Peer Recognition
2023-2025 (3 years)
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
- Bruce Hubbard Stewart Award for Humanitarianism
- Phillips Medal of Public Service, Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Leonard Tow Humanitarianism in Medicine Award, Arnold P. Goldman MD Foundation
- Osteopathic Physician of the Year (2014)
Leadership Roles
- Head, Section of Clinical Immunology, Cleveland Clinic
- Co-Director, Center for Vasculitis Care and Research
- R.J. Fasenmeyer Chair of Clinical Immunology
- Director, RJ Fasenmyer Center for Clinical Immunology
- Theodore F. Classen, DO Chair in Osteopathic Research and Education
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Cleveland Clinic (9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44195)
Languages
English
Experience
50+ years in practice