Ewa Gross-Sawicka, MD, PhD
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Specialty: Internal Medicine
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Primary Location: 960 Clague Rd (15 mi.)
Other Locations - Languages Spoken: English, Polish
Office Locations
UH Westlake Internal Medicine (15 mi.)
960 Clague Rd
Ste 3201
Westlake, OH 44145
440-250-2070
Biography: Ewa Gross-Sawicka, MD, PhD
Expertise
Titles
- Director, Women’s Cardiovascular Center, University Hospitals
- Medical Director, Women's Cardiovascular Center, UH Harrington Heart and Vascular Institute, UH Primary Care Institute, UH Cleveland Medical Center
- Clinical Assistant Professor, CWRU School of Medicine
Certifications & Memberships
- Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine
Education
Residency | Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine - Fairview Hospital (1995 - 1998)
Research Fellowship | Hypertension
Hypertension - Cleveland Clinic (1988 - 1991)
Residency | Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine - Medical University Of Gdansk (1982 - 1984)
Internship | Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine - Medical University Of Gdansk (1981 - 1982)
Other Education
Medical University Of Gdansk (1987)
Medical Education
Medical University Of Gdansk (1981)
About
Ewa M. Gross-Sawicka, MD, PhD, FACP, is Director of the Women’s Cardiovascular Center at University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute. She is also a senior attending physician at the University Hospitals Primary Care Institute and a Clinical Assistant Professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.
Dr. Gross attended the Medical University of Gdansk in Poland, where she earned her medical degree, PhD and completed an internal medicine residency. After practicing medicine in Poland for several years, Dr. Gross came to the United States and completed an internship and residency in internal medicine, as well as a heart and hypertension research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. She went on to teach in the internal medicine residency program at the Cleveland Clinic, while practicing medicine and earning her certification as a clinical densitometrist. Before joining University Hospitals, Dr. Gross was director of Bone Densitometry and Noncardiac Nuclear Testing for the Ohio Medical Group.
Dr. Gross has clinical and research interests in preventive medicine, particularly in topics related to heart disease in women. She has had leadership roles as principal or co-principal investigator in 15 clinical trials, and authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications and abstracts. She has earned several awards, including the Significant Contributions to Patient Care, Education and Research award from the Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Gross is an active member of the American College of Physicians and serves on the scientific steering committee for the Center for Integrated and Novel Approaches in Vascular-Metabolic Disease at University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute. She is passionate about educating the public as an invited speaker at multiple community events and professional conferences.
Recent Publications
- Gross-Sawicka EM, Gorodeski EZ: Early menarche and worse cardiovascular health: an emerging risk factor? Menopause. The Journal of the North American Menopause Society, Vol. 28, No. 1, pp 6-7, 2021.
- Al-Kindi S, Tashtish N, Rashid I, Sullivan C, Neeland IJ, Robinson M, Gross EM, Shaw L, Cainzos-Achirica M, Nasir K, Kreatsoulas C, Gilkeson R, Simon DI, Rajagopalan S: Impact of low/no-charge coronary artery calcium scoring on statin eligibility and outcomes in women: The CLARIFY study. Am Journal of Preventive Cardiology, 12, 100392, 2022.
Patient Experience Reviews
Outstanding
It was a very good visit for my appointment and my prescription questions were answered
Dr. Gross showed concern for me and my situation and also willing to help me with solutions.
Visit was during a anxious concern and And Dr Gross' and staff scheduled me promptly and were respectful and helpful
Dr. Gross is always professional and thorough. She is an excellent doctor.
I have nothing to complain about at all. Dr. Gross was empathetic and compassionate toward me. The nurse whom assisted me was personable. I was given an appointment quickly. The way I was treated was phenomenal. I have nothing except praise for all of the staff that worked with me on that particular day.
ALL GOOD!
Always outstanding care provided by Dr. Gross and her team.
Excellent physician!!! Great staff!!!
Excellent provider and team
My experience with the team was wonderful!
Very good experience with Dr. Gross-Sawicka.
Dr. Gross really cares about her patients. Her office tried several times to contact me to set up my wellness visit. When I failed to return their calls Dr. Gross not only called me herself she also contacted my emergency contact to see if she could get me to make and keep the appointment
I am very very satisfied with Dr. Gross. She is very thorough and takes the time to listen and make suggestions.
I really like & trust Dr. Ewa Gross-Sawicka *** They are both excellent Doctors! I am lucky to be their patient
Dr is on top of any problems or medication that's needed. She is very caring and very pleasant.
Dr Ewa Gross is very patient, respectful, listens to me, and always comes up with a good solution for my varied health care needs. She is wonderful. I have ***, the needs of which are not fully understood yet within the medical community. Yet she always has creative, knowledgeable, helpful ideas to keep me healthy.
Dr Gross is an excellent health care provider.
I love seeing Dr. Gross! The time spent with me was great! In today's world this is rare! ***
Best doctor I've ever had
I am confident in working with Dr Gross. I have confidence in asking a question both in person or on the phone that I will receive a direct response. She has provided care that gives me confidence
I have been extremely impressed with Dr. Gross's knowledge of even uncommon medical issues, medications, medication side effects, and kidney disease. The office runs perfectly- everyone is friendly, welcoming, and does their jobs efficiently. When I call in requests for med refills, they are submitted the same day. And they called me to schedule this visit as a hospital follow-up, and I had it 2days later as I recall. I am so glad I found Dr. Gross and that she was taking new patients. I am getting ideal medical care from her and her staff, and I know how unusual that is in this day and age.
Very kind and efficient staff
All concerns were addressed and referrals made.
Dr. Gross Sawicka is an excellent physician.
Everyone was lovely, My Dr.Gross and her staff are amazing, they patient attention to my needs and they listen to what my concerns are , I love them and I'm so happy that they're taking care of me
Dr Gross is the best, very thorough
Dr. Gross has been my primary care physician for years, and she is excellent! She always remembers previous concerns and ongoing diagnoses. I appreciate that when something comes up, she lets me know when any alternate ways in which to approach treatment and how each may result in optimum outcome. An example is knowing I am not just seeking prescription meds as my preference is for an over the counter med (i.e., Vicks or even mom's chicken soup) will help alleviate the symptoms.
Excellent
Great staff and wonderful Dr.
Thanks to Dr Gross, I am very well taken care of.
My doctor ***** on vacation so saw Dr Gross. She was wonderful in all ways. I had breathing noises and so worried it pneumonia again and Dr Gross saw me right away. Thank you all
Dr Gross is an excellent doctor.
Every vist, I always receive excellent health care by both Dr Gross and the UH staff.
Thoughtful, considerate, understanding skilled.
Dr. Gross is an excellent doctor. I am 77 years old, overweight and she has my blood pressure managed very well.
Dr. Gross is thorough and caring. She looks at my records to remind me of what tests I need updated and helps get those scheduled. She shows great concern for my physical and emotional well being.
She is extremely thorough. Dr Gross takes her time reviewing history & any medical tests. She is very pleasant to speak with answers all questions, makes suggestions & follows through .
She advised me to make an appointment with a gastroenteritis doctor. I have to wait until October 18th to see a nurse practioner in that field.!?
Everything was great.
I Love Dr. GROSS. She is professional and kind to All her pstients.
Very good experience
I like Dr Gross.
Dr. Gross is the BEST. I am so fortunate to have her as my primary doctor.
Dr. Gross is an amazing physician!
Dr. Gross-Sawicka has always given me the best care possible, in my opinion. She listens to my concerns andAddresses them in terms I will understand.
I appreciate Dr. Gross's attention to detail and also respect for my healthcare wishes
Dr Gross has always amazed me in how she listens respectfully to my concerns, and can come up with ideas and answers to my odd health issues within our visit time. She is creative, and can zone in on a great solution very quickly and efficiently.
As always, Dr. Gross treats me with repect and provides me with the information need to continue to live a productive life. I appreciate her in so many ways, She is empatheic, professional, and listens to my concerns.
I love Dr. Gross!
Dr Gross spent time to discuss a health concern I have and reviewed an upcoming test scheduled by a differnt UH provoder. She was very helpful.
DR. Gross is the finest doctor I have ever seen. I've been seeing her for many years and she is always wonderful. I can not say enough good things about her.
Dr. Ewa Gross-Sawicka is very knowledgeable, professional, efficient but certainly friendly & approachable. Best PCP I have had***!
Always good my dr Gross
She was very caring and nice
I've been coming to Dr. Gross for years and.she Is a Wonderful,caring, knowledgeable Dr.
Dr Gross always listens to my concerns and is great about ordering testing if needed.
Dr. Gross was excellent.
I got a couple of referrals for some of my other concerns and she recommended a Rheumatologist which I appreciated because it's a real crap shoot to get a PA or Dr that is good.
Dr. Gross is always caring and knowledgeable, the best doctor we've ever had.
Dr. Gross is a very professional, caring and highly competent Doctor. She has done a terrific job with medication, keeping my blood pressure in a very good range.
Dr. Gross-Sawicka is and always been very thorough in her explanations and very attentive to my health concerns. She makes sure all my screening tests are up-to-date each time I visit her office, and I am very confident I am getting excellent medical care from her and her team.
Always a good experience. Dr. Gross-Sawicka is very thorough and takes all the needed time to answer questions and review charts.
Excellent Doctor and team In great hands
I am truly thankful, grateful and fortunate to have Dr Gross as my primary doctor.
My husband and I have both been patients of Dr. Gross for for over 10 years. We always schedule our appointments together and it's a pleasure that Dr. Gross engages both of us at the same time. This way we are all included in our heath conditions, medications, testing and test results. It's very helpful in that we can discuss our health and our concerns together allowing us to understand our health issues and care.
I have anxiety when it comes to medical professionals. But, Dr. Gross makes it easy to come back year after year. She understands who I am and I like it that about her.
Dr Gross is the best doctor I have ever had and I'm 61 years old and had a lot of different doctors in my lifetime
Excellent care
This was a routine follow-up visit. I had nothing new medically to report. Dr. Gross wrote orders for a mammogram that was just due annually and for my next check-up visit. She always listens to any concerns and recommends solutions. She reviews my bloodwork In detail and makes sure to answer any questions I have.
Dr. Gross is always up to speed with my medical history and thoughtful and engaged during my appointments.
Very pleased with Dr, Gross, she's a caring and concerned doctor. Highly recommend her for medical care.
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