About Me
As a rheumatologist, the diseases I treat generally affect the whole patient. So when it comes to care, I like to use a patient-centered approach. I specialize in treating vasculitis, systemic lupus, erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory arthritis, psoriatic arthritis and other reactive spondyloarthropathies, myositis and enteropathic arthritis, which is associated with inflammatory bowel disease.
Some of my research interests include improving clinical outcomes for vasculitis and lupus, shared decision making and patient-physician communication database research.
The best part about working at Ohio State is that every day is different. I’m able to teach many types of people, from patients to fellows, as well as conduct research to improve my patients’ health outcomes.
I have three children, two dogs and a general surgeon husband, so most of my free time is spent staying active, being around family and traveling.
Highlights
- Member, Outcomes Measures in Rheumatology Clinical Trials (OMERACT)
- Working toward funding my patient-physician communication research
Locations Where I Practice
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location. Please call the “Schedule an appointment” number shown above for scheduling assistance.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC
MD
8/11/2004 - 5/1/2008
Internship
Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC
7/1/2008 - 6/30/2009
Residency
Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC
7/1/2009 - 6/30/2011
Chief Resident
Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC
7/1/2011 - 6/30/2012
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2013 - 6/30/2015
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
8/9/2011
American Board of Internal Medicine (Subspecialty: Rheumatology)
4/1/2022
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Rheumatology - Immunology
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.
95 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.7 out of 5
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Explains Things Clearly
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.7 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.6 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.5 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.8 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.5 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 11/01/2020, Dr. Meara 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.
- Gerson Lehrman Group
- Rheumatology Associates of North Alabama
I felt confidence in her ability to care for me OK to sending me to someone who could help me. Easy to talk to!
Dr. Alexa Meara has been extremely caring and helpful. She is doing more for me at this time and is greatly appreciated. I don't know what would happen without her.
Dr. Meara is the best!
Excellent very concerned about my well being.
Dr. Meara is a very caring doctor always knows about your illness.
kind, professional, incredibly knowledgeable and thorough. very positive experience.
All excellent.
Responded quickly.
friendly, to the point
I really appreciate how quickly Dr. Meara replied to my questions after my appointment via the MyChart messenger.