John Sassano, DO

John Sassano, DO, is a board-certified family medicine and sports medicine physician with fellowship training in sports medicine and over 37 years of clinical experience. He completed his family medicine residency at Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital and his sports medicine fellowship in 1989. A member of the American Osteopathic Association of Family Physicians and the American Osteopathic Association of Sports Medicine, he brings specialized expertise in primary care and musculoskeletal injuries. 

Dr. Sassano provides primary and sports medicine care for adult patients through in-person and virtual visits. He offers treatments including joint and viscosupplementation injections, osteopathic manipulative medicine and minor skin procedures.  

He takes a holistic approach to care, addressing the whole person — mind, body and lifestyle — to provide personalized care aligned with each patient's needs and goals. His osteopathic training informs his philosophy of treating patients as complete individuals rather than isolated symptoms. 

Originally from Akron, Ohio, Dr. Sassano enjoys golfing, hiking, traveling, spending time with his family and cooking.