Ali Ajam, MBBS
Physician, Associate Professor
Rheumatology
Make an appointment
614-293-4837
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Rheumatology
- Gout
- Systemic Scleroderma
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid
Locations
- Outpatient Care Dublin
- Outpatient Care New Albany
Academic information
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
- Additional languages
- German, Hindi, Urdu
Biography
As a rheumatologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I specialize in treating scleroderma and mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD), and I serve as the director of the Rheumatology Infusion Center. I also regularly care for patients with conditions including lupus, gout, rheumatoid arthritis and spondyloarthropathy (forms of spondyloarthritis).
I appreciate that a patient-centered approach is at the forefront here at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center. I am proud to work alongside such exceptional and committed colleagues to deliver the best outcomes possible for my patients.
I am driven to make a positive impact on each patient’s life, and the opportunity to establish long- term relationships with them is deeply rewarding. My patients can rely on me for guidance and support throughout every turn of their health care journey.
In addition to my clinical responsibilities, my role includes teaching future clinicians. I am a clinical associate professor of Internal Medicine and I serve as director of the Rheumatology Fellowship program.
Outside of work, I love spending time with my family and caring for my pets. I enjoy exercising, golfing and traveling internationally.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016, 2017
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Conditions and expertise
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid
- Gout
- Rheumatology
- Systemic Scleroderma
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Dow Medical College-Karachi, Pakistan, Karachi, Pakistan
5/1/1995 - 6/30/2000
Certification
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American Board of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology
10/8/2009
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.
168 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Dr. Ajam 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.
- Boehringer Ingelheim
Dr Ajam is the doctor that finally looked at my conditions and saw past my weight to diagnose me with what was really wrong. I only wish I had seen him years earlier.
Dr. Ali Ajam is one of the best doctors at osu
Dr. Ajam and staff were courteous, empathetic and professional as always.
DR. Ali Was attentive and listened to my concerns.
Dr. Ajam is always pleasant, punctual and listens to my concerns and answers my questions.
Good clinic to discuss more info about arthritis & control of it & the meds I take.
Dr Ajam is the best-he is so caring and goes above and beyond.
Dr. Ajam familiarized himself with the health information in my chart and seemed very thorough/knowledgeable re: my current diagnosis.
Excellent, considerate, great listener, included me in plan of care
Has full knowledge of my history, have seen this provider for over six or seven years
Love Dr.Ajam ! Always respectful and informative . Very caring to any little thing doesn't look past anything if it's a concern to me it's one to him as well .
I felt like he didn't believe my autism diagnosis because I have been successful in life, which is uninformed, ableist, and started the appointment off on the wrong foot, giving me the feeling that he didn't believe me or what my experience is. Also he dropped a lot of lingo on me without fully explaining it or providing references I could look up later. He concluded that I have a condition that doesn't resonate with my own experience and my primary care agreed afterwards doesn't match my symptoms over the years. Overall the appointment didn't really give me much other than more questions and doubts, which was hard considering I was hoping this appointment would finally give me some answers.
Dr Ajam is always caring and concerned . Very professional and courteous.
He was very friendly, answered all my questions and gave me helpful information.
Very informative
Dr.Ajam and I have a great working relationship! He listens to me and I take him seriously all the time. He's fantastic.
Dr Ajam is the best. Always takes time to go over everything and answer all my questions.
Pleasant and knowledgeableThis was my first visit and I was treated very well.
Dr Ajam is by far the best, most compassionate Dr I've ever had the privilege of seeing.
Very thorough Very good
Was good
Dr. Ajam is fantastic. He's been a huge help to me over the years, and I trust him more than any of my other doctors
Dr. Ajam is an amazing physician. He takes his time and is very kind. m
Always professional and pleasant to speak with
The nurse was courteous, professional, and attentive. He seemed confident in his assessments of my issues germane to his specialty.
Very good
Awesome
Knowledgeable and courteous
Dr. Ajam is a very kind and caring person. Not only does show concern about my health, he also asks about my other health issues and how I'm doing. He always asks about my personal life and my family. He is a very caring and compassionate man.
Appointment went well
Very engaging doctor
He is a very caring provider.
Very caring and listens to needs
Excellent care
Knowledgeable. Professional
He was excellent and very helpful and caring!
Excellent listener and explains things thoroughly. Warm and friendly.
Excellent
Respectful professional caring personable easy to connect with and genuinely interested in helping me be in the best health that I can be.
All good
Everything went well as is always the case with this provider.
He is excellent the best
He is good listener
Everyone was very pleasant and efficient.
Kind
Good introduction.
Very thorough
Dr Ajam is always very caring and kind. He listens and clearly answers my questions. I hope he never leaves the Clinic!
Good
No problem
Always knowledgeable and caring
My Dr, is very informative and provides me with aftercare info that I can try as well as the ones he suggest
Always great! He is very professional, intelligent, treats me with respect.
Excellent
All were great
I've been with Dr ajam for years now and I know he's vary busy I'm glad he takes time out to see me and he's an excellent doctor
He always is very respectful and professional. Even though he is not my primary doctor he will listen to anything I have questions about. Of all my doctors, both primary and specialists, he is my favorite. He is so kind and empathetic. I am thankful for having him. He has helped me so much with my arthritis.
Very good patient care able to answer my questions, took my lifestyle into consideration, explained his conclusions in context.
He is a good doctor.
Dr Ajam is a phenomenal physician with an incredible insights into your body as a system -- not just a source of gout or other issues
Dr Ajam is pleasant and friendly his professional knowledge is top of the line.