Brad Rovin, MD
Physician, Professor
Nephrology
Make an appointment
614-293-4837
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Pyelonephritis
- Cystic Kidney Diseases
- Kidney Diseases
- Vasculitis
- Lupus Nephritis
- Lupus Vasculitis, Central Nervous System
Locations
- Outpatient Care East
Academic information
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
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
Conditions and expertise
- Cystic Kidney Diseases
- Glomerulonephritis
- Kidney Diseases
- Lupus Nephritis
- Lupus Vasculitis, Central Nervous System
- Pyelonephritis
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Vasculitis
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Nephrology
- Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, United States
7/1/1986 - 6/30/1988 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO, United States
7/1/1983 - 7/1/1986 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Illinois School of Medicine-Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
9/1/1979 - 6/10/1983
Certifications
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American Board of Internal Medicine/Nephrology
11/1/1988 -
American Board of Internal Medicine
9/10/1986
News and media
My news coverage
Ratings and 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.
39 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
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 11/3/2025 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
- Argenx
- Artiva
- AstraZeneca
- Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc.
- Biogen
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Bristol Myers Squibb
- Calliditas
- Century Therapeutics Inc.
- Genentech
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Human Immunology Biosciences, Inc.
- LuCIN
- Lupus Foundation of America
- Neovii
- Nephronet
- Novartis
- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
- Travere
- Vera
Amazing physician. Solved the very complex riddle that I am.
Simply outstanding. He worked me in because I couldn't get an earlier appointment. So thorough and spent so much time with me.
Good
Excellent. Dr. Rovin is an outstanding doctor His knowledge in caring is beyond compare I am sure that he is the best Nephrologist in the United States and probably the world
He asks even the smallest details to get more information on any symptoms I might be having to try to figure out what is happening with my health issues. He expresses concern and wants to find the root cause of my health problems.
Good
I can place my trust completely with Dr Rovin.
Good
Extremely respectful and intelligent
Dr. Rovin and his NP are clearly a " well-oiled" team. I was impressed on how they collaborated in reviewing my case file and scans and hypothesizing on my condition. I know I am in good hands
Dr. Rovin is one of the best provider. His schedule is very busy but he makes sure I get an appointed in time. He listens very attentively and spends enough time explaining things
I had specific health concerns that Dr Rovin took time to address and reassure me. Very much appreciated!
Love Dr Rovin he is the best.
Dr. Rovin is clearly an outstanding health care provider. I feel very fortunate to have him as my physician.
Kindness and nice
Dr Rovin is an excellent doctor, he took the time to work with me to get my lupus/kidney issues under control. I have many doctors and he is the best.
As always, Dr Rovin is the best. Takes time, listens, explains. I am privileged that he is my physician.