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Sami Rifat

Sports Medicine

Sami Rifat, MD

Director, Primary Sports Medicine

Cleveland, OH

Dr. Sami Rifat, MD, is a sports and exercise medicine physician specializing in non-surgical management of sports-related injuries and symptoms, with a focus on joint-specific complaints including knees, ankles, shoulders, and sport-related concussions. He serves a diverse patient population encompassing all ages and abilities, from elite athletes to active individuals seeking to enhance their physical engagement, treating both high-performance competitors and those aiming to become more active.

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35+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Family Medicine (ABFM)
  • Sports Medicine (ABFM)

Education & Training

  • Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (MD, 1990)
  • Residency: University of Michigan (Family Medicine, 1993)
  • Fellowship: Ohio State University Hospital (Sports Medicine, 1994)

Peer Recognition

  • HealthgradesHealthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Primary Care Sports Medicine

Conditions & Treatments

Arthroscopic SurgeryACL & Ligament ReconstructionConcussionMusculoskeletal Conditions

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Marymount Hospital
  • Cleveland Clinic

Languages

English

Experience

35+ years in practice