About Me
As a nephrologist, I specialize in autoimmune kidney disease. More specifically, I focus on how the immune system interacts with the kidney and causes renal inflammation and injury. My work includes both patient care and research, which together improve the way care is provided.
I provide cutting edge care to my patients who suffer from difficult and complex diseases mediated by the immune system. I’m able to effectively combine patient care with kidney pathology and experimental therapeutics. And, with the addition of our new glomerular diseases fellowship, I’ll be able to teach young people to continue our work into the future.
At The Ohio State University, I see many cases of pathology, which helps me learn all the various ways the immune system can attack the kidneys. With such a large network here at Ohio State, we have access to many resources to help improve our understanding and treatments of different diseases.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time outdoors and attending Ohio State football games. I also have a great passion for fly-fishing, and I plan to fish in every country to which I am invited to lecture.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2015, 2018
- Lee A. Hebert Distinguished Professor of Nephrology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, since 2014
- Donald V. Unverferth Award for Scholarly Excellence and Mentoring in Medical Research, 2012
- “America’s Best Doctors” in Nephrology and Glomerular Diseases, since 2005
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Glomerulonephritis
- Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic
- Lupus Nephritis
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Lupus Vasculitis, Central Nervous System
- Vasculitis
- Kidney Diseases
- Kidney Diseases, Cystic
- Pyelonephritis
Locations Where I Practice
543 Taylor Ave.
Columbus, OH 43203
614-688-6400
in Outpatient Care East
543 Taylor Ave.
Suite 3084
Columbus, OH 43203
614-293-4997
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Illinois School of Medicine-Chicago, Chicago, IL
9/1/1979 - 6/10/1983
Residency
Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Saint Louis, MO
7/1/1983 - 7/1/1986
Fellowship
Washington University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, MO
7/1/1986 - 6/30/1988
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
9/10/1986
American Board of Internal Medicine/Nephrology
11/1/1988
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Nephrology
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
43 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
5.0 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
5.0 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
5.0 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.9 out of 5
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Shows Respect
5.0 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2022, Dr. Rovin has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Alexion Pharmaceuticals
- AstraZeneca
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Novartis
- Genentech
- Lupus Foundation of America
- Calliditas
- Omeros
- Biogen
- LuCIN
- Horizon Therapeutics
- BioCryst
- Travere
- Bristol Myers Squibb
- Exagen
- Kyverna
- Nephronet
- Ono Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- PureSpring
- Q32 Bio
- Resonance
- Alpine Immunosciences
- Artivia
- Aurinia Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Equilium
- HiBio
- Neovii
- TOME Biosciences
- Vera
As always, Dr Rovin is the best. Takes time, listens, explains. I am privileged that he is my physician.
I didn't have any bad
Dr Rovin treated me with absolute respect, concern, and compassIon. Answered questions, and always made sure I could see him (Deaflipreader).
No bad experience -
Always thorough and respectful.
Dr. Rovin is a very good doctor and I would refer him to anyone whom has a need for his practice.
Great!
Dr. Rovin was aware over my medical records ahead of my appointment and took the time to thoroughly go over my health history, medications, and my current illness. Dr. Rovin informed me of important information related to my illness and provided me with a more effective medication routine/guidance. Additionally, he has been prompt to respond to additional medical and medication questions that I asked over My Chart messages. I am very grateful that Dr. Rovin has put my worries at ease.
Listened to what I had to say.
Excellent
Very friendly, carefully, and more experience.
Dr. Rovin always shows concern for my health and well being. He listens to me and adjusts medications as needed.
I know I am in good hands and receiving excellent medical care Dr. Rovin is clearly a knowledgeable professional. I feel most fortunate to be in her care.
Dr. Rovin is always patient, answered my questions, I find him easy to communicate with.
I didn't even know what nephrologist was so I appreciated patience and concerns.
Always takes time to answer questions & explain answers.
Dr. Rovin is the best. I fully trust his medical advice and feel very fortunate to have him as my doctor. He is easy to talk to, he responds quickly to my messages I send in "MyChart." Please don't retire!
Dr Rovin always has time to listen to my concerns and explain to me how my disease treatment is progressing.