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
- Lupus Vasculitis, Central Nervous System
- Vasculitis
- Kidney Diseases
- Kidney Diseases, Cystic
- Pyelonephritis
Locations Where I Practice
543 Taylor Avenue
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 09/30/2024, 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
- Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc.
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Novartis
- Genentech
- Lupus Foundation of America
- Calliditas
- Omeros
- Biogen
- LuCIN
- BioCryst
- Travere
- Kyverna
- Nephronet
- PureSpring
- Q32 Bio
- Alpine Immunosciences
- Neovii
- TOME Biosciences
- Vera
- Human Immunology Biosciences, Inc.
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.
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.