About Me
I am a primary care physician who specializes in preventive medicine. I enjoy coming to work every day knowing I have the opportunity to help my patients achieve a higher quality of life.
My patients can depend on me to be a partner in their health care journey. I rely on relationship-centered communication and empathic listening in order to provide the best care possible for each patient depending on their specific health needs. The most common conditions I treat in adult patients include obesity, hypertension, diabetes and depression.
I’m passionate about helping to train the next generation of physicians. I’ve been teaching medical students and residents for more than two decades. My previous position at the Northern Nevada Medical Center involved training internal medicine residents, with a focus on retaining physicians in an area that faced a shortage of primary care experts.
I’m excited to continue my medical practice at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I appreciate Ohio State’s commitment to improving community health and the visionary thinking of the leadership teams.
In my free time, I love to read, cook, exercise and write my blog.
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Internal Medicine
- Preventive Medicine
Locations Where I Practice
6100 North Hamilton Road
Westerville, OH 43081
614-814-8100
in Outpatient Care New Albany
6100 North Hamilton Road
4th Floor, Suite 4C
Westerville, OH 43081
614-814-8490
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI
8/1/1993 - 6/30/1997
Internship
Emory University Hospital, Atlanta, GA
7/1/1997 - 6/30/1998
Residency
Emory University Hospital, Atlanta, GA
7/1/1998 - 6/30/2000
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
8/22/2000
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.
215 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.8 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 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 09/30/2022, Dr. Patterson has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Dr. Patterson was very patient in understanding my health concerns and very thorough in going through possible treatment options.
Dr. Patterson is an excellent doctor. He takes the time to go through all of my history, recent records and tests. He is good at explaining anything regarding the care of my health. I feel very confident that Dr. Patterson is competent in assuring that I can live a healthy life by watching over my health condition and taking the action needed to rectify any indicators in my medical tests or symptoms I might have that could lead to unhealthy consequences.
Great first visit. Very engaging and thorough
The provider is very knowledgeable, is a great listener, makes you feel he has the time and patience to attend to you, not like someone in a hurry. He truly cares for the patient's overall wellness, not just the current health matter at hand.
Dr. Patterson is an outstanding physician.He is informed, knowledgeable, professional, caring, and personable.
He spent time asking questions and analyzing my responses. He was an active listener.
Dr. Patterson is the best Doc I have ever hadHe is a blessing to me and many others
Dr. Patterson listened to me, offering suggestions and answers to my questions. He seems to truly care about me as a patient.
Dr. Patterson was courteous, kind, understanding, thorough, and responsive to questions. I couldn't ask for a better start with a new doctor.
Very knowledgeable, listened and recommended health tips and vaccines.
Due to my complex medical condition, he spent as much time as needed to establish a relationship and to answer questions. He ordered a X-ray to be taken after the appointment, and he referred me to other doctors to address specific medical issues.
Dr. Patterson is awesome also
He took such care and concern for me. It was my first visit and he made me feel calm. It was awesome!!
Excellent communicator, shows genuine interest, and very thorough and professional.
Ordered appropriate tests to diagnose my problem. Great personality. Very professional.
Very thorough; explained context of all lab results and follow-up neededAnswered all questions; very personable; very kind
All good; went above & beyond !
Dr. Patterson works hard to be an excellent doctor. He stays on top of medical trends & treatments. "Excellent experience." Thank you.
Dr. Patterson is a great primary care doctor. He has a very good relationship with the patient. I would definitely recommend him to someone else.
Always listens carefully to questions & gives me an answer.
Phone of the best I've ever had. Very thorough, listened well to me, explained everything well and very personable.
Dr. Patterson was AMAZING. Truly listened to what I was saying and was engaged the entire time of my appointment.
Good
Dr. Patterson was respectful and gave care to listen to any questions that I had. For my first visit with Dr. Patterson I quickly felt that I could trust his medical information and the care he would give to me.
He listened and heard me.
Took his time and was very thorough. As my new primary care doctor he brought a fresh perspective and identified some things that seemed to have fallen through the cracks with my prior doctor.
Excellent care
Very caring and informative.
My care provider knows my health goals, and was able to address and assist in all my personal health goals.
Dr Patterson is fantastic, always concerned about my health, reviews my chart and previous health concerns to make sure we are on the right track. The short time that I have been under Dr. Pattersons's care he has improved my overall health better than anyone that I have seen over the last 15 years.
I felt rushed and forgot to ask questions concerning a issue I been having.
Excellent care!
Extremely thorough - understood and respected my opinions.
Thorough, friendly, professional. Made sure everything was explained and understood.
Concerned, engaged, thorough.
Dr. Patterson is a very skilled Doctor in every way.
Listened closely and brought forward concerns for my mental health.
He has been great from day 1. Blessed to have him as my doctor.
Dr. Patterson takes the time to listen to your concerns and address the issues. He then takes the time to follow up on the issues that were discussed with genuine interest to ensure your issues are fully addressed.
Extremely knowledgeable. Easy to talk to. Answers ALL questions. Very thorough. I am a retired RN with complex issues he is definitely a 5 star physician. Personality also 5 stars.
5 star
Listen attentively, understood questions and answered well.
Easy to to be honest with. Shows genuine interest in my progress. Provides encouraging feedback.
Listened well. Wasn't rushed.
Excellent
Dr. Patterson is the best Primary Care Provider I have ever had and I am 73 years old! He is thorough, kind, compassionate. Listens to my concerns. Follows up with responses in My Chart and even phones with follow-up information.
Dr. Patterson was very attentive and listened to my concerns. He helped to explain everything so that I could understand.
Dr. Darrell Patterson was OUSTANDING.This was my initial visit and he spent over an hour getting to know me and ensuring our health and wellness philosophies were similar.
Dr Patterson was attentive and listened to everything I had to say. He didn't come to the appointment with an agenda of his own, he asked what I wanted to discuss. He was very friendly and personable too.
Friendly; knowledgeable.
Very thorough. Good visit. Only 2nd visit with this provider.
Unbelievable!!! I've never had a doctor that I've felt this comfortable with. Felt that he was genuinely concerned with my health and questions.
He seems like a good doctor, I like him - This office is much nicer than 920 Hamilton Rd.
Very nice, friendly spent time going over things personable.
This was my new patient clinic visit Dr. Patterson took a lot of time asking questions and listening. I feel he has now has excellent understanding of my medical history/current condition and I've already recommended him to several friends.
Doctor was attentive and addressed all my concerns
Everything was good
Physician was personable
1st visit with doctor - ask many good questions and gave answers in laymen's level of understanding.
Dr. Patterson is great. I'm very lucky to have him as my doctor.
Excellent - exceptional care provided by Dr. Patterson. Very thorough great follow-up.
Very thoughtful, knowledgeable, concerned Doctor. 5 stars +
I appreciate the down-to-earth, relatable,and comprehensive discussion about my health. My care provider listened to me and also motivated me to improve my health.
The doctor was excellent. Took time to review all my health conditions.
Dr. Patterson really took the time to listen and address my concerns.
Great doc - treat him right -
Dr. Patterson is a very engaged doctor. He listens, provides options, and works collaboratively to find the best solutions for my healthcare concerns and needs.
Extremely thorough and offered great medical advice. Spent more time with me than I anticipated.
One of the best!!!
Dr. Patterson was thorough & nothing felt rushed. He cared about what I had to say, listened well, & gave me good info along with actionable steps to take to better my health. I was very pleased with my appointments look forward to having him as my PCP.
He listens and responds. Verbally works through symptoms & possibilities for care clearly and attentively.
Great listener and explains things well.
Fabulous. I finally found a a PCP that listens & cares. I appreciate Dr. Patterson very much.
This was a introductory first visit that went very well.
Patient, attentive, friendly, thorough, and professional
No complaints
Excellent care - listened carefully, provided good advice and follow-up.
He was great! Listened, asked questions, easy to understand. Genuinely kind.
Dr. Patterson was phenomenal, I could not ask for a better doctor.
Dr. Patterson was great. He was very helpful and understanding.
As a new patient for Dr Pattetson me and my wife feel he was best Dr I have every had. His people skills were outstanding. He was patient, listen to all my concerns. Gave medical advice that we understood and could follow.
Excellent provider
Excellent experience
Very good
Good
The very best, great listener, explained things very well and showed compassion
Dr. Patterson was very impressive, he listened to my needs, was thorough with his examination, explained his diagnosis clearly. He treated me with respect. I am extremely satisfied and confident in him.
Very concerned and patient.
Friendly, attentive, sense of humor, relatable
Very astute, listened well, felt like he was really interested in me as a person rather than just another case.
Excellent. Very concerned. Informative.
He is a great listener & very professional and knowledgeable! I like him a lot.
Listened attentively. Answered questions.
Dr. Patterson listened to my current concerns as well as medical history - "My Chart" was very helpful in filling in any questions (dates, procedures, etc.) he had.