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.
227 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 09/30/2024, Dr. Patterson has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Dr Patterson is by far the Best doctor I have ever had. Very Knowledgeable, attentive, & personable!
Thorough, informative
He explained possible causes of my symptoms and was concerned about me He gave helpful tips and prescribed medicine that has been helpful.
Dr. Patterson is the most thorough and professional doctor I've ever had. I'd highly recommend him to anyone for their care!
Dr. Patterson was one of the best doctors I've ever seen. He took time to understand and ask versus just going down a checklist.
Dr. Patterson is outstanding. He always shows concern for my concerns and talks through the plan. He is always up to date on the latest guidelines.
Excellent, answers all technical/medical questions. Very busy patient schedule, but works hard at making time to answer all questions.
He's a new provider for me but he blew me away with his overall knowledge I'm excited about my health future!
Every one shows me respect and affection
Great care provider
Excellent advisor on health issues explaining things very clearly
Very knowledgeable, takes pride in being a provider and what's the best for his members
Professional
He was extremely attentive. He asked questions and provided responses. I felt heard and seen. He spent a lot of time with me and did not rush to get to the next appointment. I am so very grateful for him.
Very informative, friendly and helpful.
He's an active listener and appears pragmatic. Excellent PCP.
No issues or problems. He takes his time and listens to my concerns
It was great.
Superb physician having to survive in a system that values productivity over clinical excellence. Dr Patterson resists that pressure and thus his patients benefit.
We are very happy that we arein Dr Patterson's care
Dr. Patterson is very knowledgeable, practical and attentive to my care.
He took his time and asked questions. He was very nice and listened to what I had to say. He seemed very knowledgeable.
Asked if he could record visit to use AI to help with notes. I agreed. This was a good visit.
Kind, respectful, well-knowledgeable, easy to understand
Professional, helpful, thorough
I was having a lot of problems with my legs. Symptoms kept getting worse and I was in a lot of pain. Other doctors barely listened to me and prescribed medication for the symptoms. Or would tell me to lose weight and see if that helps. I was there for a physical with Doctor Patterson when I brought up my concerns. He rescheduled my physical and did a full exam and most Importantly listened to me and my symptoms. He did not just look at me and assume that it was due to my weight or all in my head. I was beginning to doubt myself and question if it was in my head. I have all these professional people telling me that it is nothing wrong. How do you not doubt that. He sent me to neurology which in fact diagnosed me with small fiber neuropathy and also Monoclonal gammopathy. I am now followed by Hematology and Oncology and get labs done yearly. If it was not for him, I would have never known that I had MGUS and at a higher risk of developing some cancers. So, I thank Mr Patterson for taking the time out to listen and believing in me. And just seeing and treating me like a person. I probably would of gave up and stopped advocating for myself and figured it was weight related. So, what he has taught me is to never give up and always advocate for myself and my health. Eventually someone will listen and take you seriously. He is truly the best doctor I have ever had.
Very professional and thorough informed me about every aspect of my health and very helpful and knowledgeable
Attentive and caring
Love Dr. Patterson. He is personable, very interested in my well-being and most knowledgeable. Plus, easy to talk with helpful.
The Doctor is amazing I love him
Dr. Patterson was well informed of my background. He provided excellent information and he made the appropriate referrals for my care.
Never had bad experience. Dr Patterson always goes out of his way to address all of my concerns in a knowledgeable and timely way. Very easy to talk to and expresses his concern in professional way.
Dr. Paterson is an excellent doctor.
He was knowledgeable as always and explain what all the tests were that I might have to take and the acronyms.
He spent almost an hour with me
Wonderful physician, exudes empathy and care, picked up on medical issues I hadn't thought about
Great complete service
Dr. Patterson is a listening doctor and I like that.
All good. The doctor was very thorough and took the time necessary to address all my issues.
It was all good.It was all good.
I feel very comfortable with the doctor
Very thorough and attentive. He did a great job covering my questions and showing concern. Very impressed that he personally came into the room and told me he was running behind and would be with me as soon as he was done with the patient ahead of me. Ok with waiting. Every patient has different problems and deserves the time needed to address them.
Dr, Patterson is always very caring and informative. He takes a lot of time with me every time I come in to see him.
Dr. Patterson is without a doubt, one of the best Doctors I have ever been to. He is very thorough, asks detailed questions, listens intently and he is someone you are able to be very honest with. I cannot say enough good things about him.
He was very attentive to my issues and explained the care plan for the future. Very easy to speak with and share my concerns.
I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Patterson. He is an attentive listener, answered all of my questions and did not make me feel bad about my health or choices. Was very thorough and asked great questions to get a better understand of my overall health.
Kind and answered my concerns about questions I had. I had a list of the topics that Dr. Patterson suggested on last visit. Very good idea.
Great listener awesome doctor
Dr. Patterson is very attentive and a good listener, asks good questions, explains fully and provides helpful and important information, and is very friendly and respectful.
He is a very intelligent physician. Great bedside manner. Both professional and friendly. A good listener. I have nothing negative to write about him.
Dr. Patterson is great! He listens to what I say and shows concern for this patients!
Best primary care physician I have ever had.
Very impressed. I am a new patient with multiple issues and he listened to all my concerns.
Dr Patterson listens carefully and usually has an answer and if he doesn't he will refer to someone who has the experience with who he thinks I need to go see.
Dr. Patterson is outstanding! Explicitly discussed concern for a significant risk factor, clearly outlined next steps, and zeroed in on my mental health being a contributing factor. Spent additional time to truly assess my physical and mental health. Gave clear instructions and next steps. I felt seen, heard and beyond respected as a human being!
Dr Patterson is wonderful!
Very professional, positive, and encouraging. I felt at last someone cares and I trust with my health journey
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.