Philip Fragassi, MD

Pediatrics

Patient Rating
4.8 88 ratings

Additional Languages: Spanish

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Ages Seen: 0 to 19

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About Me

Joined MetroHealth: 1994
Title(s): Residency Program Director
Academic Affiliations: Assistant Professor, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

I’ve been caring for patients and teaching future doctors at MetroHealth for over 30 years. My focus is on primary care and substance use disorders, and I believe deeply in approaching every patient with curiosity and without judgment. Medicine isn’t just about treating illness—it’s about listening, learning, and growing together.

I’ve spent my career mentoring medical students and residents, and I find just as much joy in learning from them as I do in teaching. I speak Spanish and strive to make every patient feel heard and supported, no matter their background or circumstances.

Whether you’re coming in for routine care or facing a more complex challenge, I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion, respect, and a commitment to your well-being.

Research on substance use disorder and hepatitis C.

Numerous teaching awards through Ohio University, MetroHealth and Case Western Reserve University.

Education & Training

Education

Internship

Rainbow Babies and Childrens Hospital (Ohio) – Pediatrics

Residency

Rainbow Babies and Childrens Hospital (Ohio) – Pediatrics

Medical Education

University of South Carolina School of Medicine (Columbia) MD

Board Certifications

American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics

Clinical Expertise

Ratings & Reviews

Overall Patient Rating 4.8
88 ratings

Reviews

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5/5

Very kind, friendly

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5/5

The best provider.

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5/5

That Dr. Phil shows that he really cares about my son.

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5/5

The receptionist is the best! Always love her smiling face! And Dr. Fragassi is a fantastic pediatrician! He always listens and takes his time with us.

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1/5

I'm not going to recommend him, definitely. I've never seen a doctor who is in that role, that kind of attitude. I've always been a patient, and all my family have been a patient at Metro Health System. We have always seen the doctors coming in, shaking hands, introducing themselves, but this time I did not see with this guy. So I don't know if he was hungry, he did not have a good mood. I don't know what was going on, but I did not feel good. Certainly he did not respect me. So I'm not going to recommend this to any of my family members, not at all.

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5/5

This provider cares about my child and makes all decisions in his best interest. This provider always listens to any concerns and then responds appropriately, sharing knowledge and offering support. Every time.

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5/5

Knowledgeable

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5/5

The best!

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5/5

My children has the best doctor in the world.

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5/5

He is a caring, thoughtful, compassionate pediatrician that is extremely relatable. He has been recommended to many of our family and friends as far as a physician.

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