Douglas Scharre

Douglas Scharre, MD

  • Neurology
  • Physician What's this? A physician, or doctor, is extensively trained to diagnose and treat complex medical problems. Often, physicians focus their practice on certain disease categories, treatment methods or patient types. Physicians can diagnose and treat illness, prescribe medication, offer medical consultation and advice, perform surgery and more.
Insurances We Accept

4.9 out of 5

198 Patient Satisfaction Ratings

38 Patient Comments

About Me

I specialize in cognitive disorders and dementias, including Alzheimer's disease.

The care I provide takes into account that every patient is unique. They come with different talents, varied experiences and diverse environmental and family circumstances.

After a thorough evaluation, I can determine the diagnosis and create a personalized care plan for the patient’s specific medical needs.

Every patient and family deserves to be informed and educated on their medical issues and potential research opportunities. Patients at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center benefit from new discoveries and scientific advances as we strive to provide you with the best possible care.



Highlights

  • Named to the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2018
  • Director, Division of Cognitive Neurology
  • Medical Director, Neurobehavior and Memory Disorders Clinics
  • Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2015, 2017
  • Best Doctor in America, 2017

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

  • Lewy Body Disease
  • Mild Cognitive Impairment
  • Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure
  • Neurobehavioral Manifestations
  • Frontotemporal Dementia
  • Memory Disorders
  • Alzheimer Disease
  • Dementia

Locations Where I Practice

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Education and Training

Medical Degree

MD
Georgetown University School of Medicine
5/1/1983

Residency

Neurology
Letterman Army Medical Center
7/1/1984 - 6/1/1987

Fellowship

Neurobehavior
UCLA Medical Center
7/1/1991 - 6/30/1993

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My Background

Board Certifications

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Subspecialty: Neurology)
3/30/1990

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Subspecialty: Neurology)
8/30/1990

My Department

Neurology

Reviews

198 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

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  • Overall
    4.9 out of 5
  • Explains Things Clearly 4.8
  • Listens Carefully 4.9
  • Gives Understandable Instructions 4.8
  • Knows My Medical History 4.7
  • Shows Respect 4.9
  • Time Spent Together 4.9

38 Patient Comments

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2019

Very pleased. Looking forward to next visit.

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2019

Dr. Scharre spoils me. He understands my disabilities though it took him 2-3 years.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2019

Dr. Scharre is not only a first-rate provider and a remarkable scientist. He is also a person with a good sense of humor and obvious concern about those in his care.

Reviewed on Apr 09, 2019

Dr. Scharre is the very best!

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2019

The MyChart has been so helpful. My husband has dementia. When I have questions about his condition I use MyChart and always get prompt answers from Dr. Scharre. Even when he is on vacation. He is the best.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2019

I always appreciate Dr. Scharre's dead pan humor -

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2019

THE BEST.

Reviewed on Mar 06, 2019

Dr Scharre is great

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2018

kind, friendly, concerned

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2018

Dr. Scharre is professional, courteous and easy to understand. I feel lucky to have him on my team.

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Consulting and Related Relationships

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As of 12/20/2018, Dr. Scharre has reported no relationships with companies or entities.