About Me
When I was younger, I spent a great deal of time with my grandparents and saw how much they respected their own physician—that inspired me. Add in my interest in science and a few medical shows from the 1970s, like M.A.S.H. and Emergency, and I was sold on becoming a doctor. After getting my bachelor’s degree in history and science from Harvard in 1991, I came to medical school at Ohio State. I’ve spent some of the best years of my adult life at Ohio State and in Columbus, with my wife, Lisa Wilkins Doran, and our three kids.
As chief clinical officer (CCO) for The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, my role includes oversight of inpatient, outpatient and Emergency Department services at our five hospitals, outpatient clinics and specialized care facilities. Some of my key responsibilities include facilitating care between our specialties and coordinating collaboration between departments; guiding organizational strategy and representing physicians around the business table; enforcing rules when necessary and—perhaps my favorite part of the job—mentoring students, residents and younger physicians.
In addition, even after moving into an administrative role, I’ve always maintained my connection to patient care and still see patients a couple times a week. It is a crucial part of not only my own personal job satisfaction, but my role as CCO. It’s what keeps me focused on helping everyone at Ohio State deliver the best possible care and allows me to see the impact of organizational decisions.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014-2018
- Member of the Chief Medical Officers Group Steering Committee for the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
- Fellow of the American College of Physicians (ACP)
- Member of the Clinical Learning Environment Review Committee of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)
- Member of the Council of the Ohio State Medical Association, 2013-current
Locations Where I Practice
300 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
614-366-7744
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
9/25/1991 - 6/9/1995
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/1995 - 6/30/1998
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics
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.
94 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
5.0 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. Thomas 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.
Dr. Thomas is outstanding.
Excellent
Everyone cares about me and they all have a smile on their face.
Dr Thomas is the very best! He's so thoughtful and listens so well
Drew blood right away so I could have coffee and a snack
All good
I felt the appointment was very comprehensive.
Address my care with my medical history in mind
Excellent
Excellent care by doctor
All good -
He is the best of the best! He listens, cares about my health and I trust him.
Dr Thomas was friendly and and assisted with scheduling standard tests
Have confidence in Dr. Thomas.
Listened to me. Was available, calm, knowledgeable.
Dr. Thomas is the best. He is caring and takes the necessary time to explain things.
Dr. Thomas is simply the best. He is extremely generous with his time, very thorough and thoughtful, patient and responsive.
He's the best I could ask for.
All good
Absolutely the best!! Informative, considerate, caring,.... listener who cares about what you telling him. A "FIVE STAR" physician!!
Excellent!
All very good.
Extremely welcoming, interested in me as a person, very professional, and extremely insightful.
Excellent & listens.
All good
One of the best
Andy is the best!
The best.
Excellent.
Dr. Andrew Thomas provided thorough and thoughtful care with excellent follow-up.
Good concern & plan for care.
Everything was excellent!!
Very attentive - provided extensive time for such a busy provider.
Dr Thomas sets the standard for patient care.
Great doctor.
All good!
The consummate professional -
Dr Thomas has been my doctor for over 25 years. He has seen me thru surgeries & injuries with great care. He has also been my friend & health advisor.
Dr Thomas has been my primary care physician for 15 years or so. He is immensely knowledgable, always present, makes himself available and has great and genuine care for my health.
Simply the best! He has always exceeded my expectations. He really cares about his patients
Dr. Thomas is the best! He is very thorough and caring.
The best medical care. Andy is outstanding.
Excellent evaluator. Thoughtful and good listener.
Excellent! Golden!
Despite his various responsibilities, always spends the time to heal & understand my concerns & examine my condition.
Great person I trust.
VERY good.