About Me
As an interventional cardiologist, I specialize in complex coronary artery disease, valve disorders and chronic total occlusions of coronaries. I believe that medical care should be a team effort among the physician, medical staff, family and most importantly, the patient. I strive to provide individualized care that’s tailored specifically to my patients’ needs and do my best to simplify complex problems so they can make informed decisions about treatment plans. I’m motivated to positively influence the health and lives of others.
It’s exciting being part of such a great university and academic medical center, and I appreciate the opportunity to work with many talented colleagues and providers at Ohio State. I also enjoy participating in clinical trials as well as teaching and mentoring the physicians of the future. My primary research interest is translational research that explores unique family genetics of early onset coronary artery disease.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling.
Highlights
- Induction into the Gold Humanism Honor Society, 2018
- Medical Director, The Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital
- Charles A. Bush Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014-2019
- Named to the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2009–2019
- Courage to Teach Award, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, 2018
- Best Doctor in America, 2017
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Internal Medicine
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
- Heart Attack
- Clinical Trial
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Coronary Care Units
- Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary
- Coronary Angiography
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Heart Valve Diseases
- Hypercholesterolemia
- Hypertension
Locations Where I Practice
452 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
MD
9/1/1995 - 6/30/1999
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/1999 - 6/30/2002
Fellowship
University of Florida School of Medicine, Gainesville, FL
7/1/2002 - 6/30/2005
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2005 - 6/30/2006
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Cardiovascular Medicine
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.
132 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
5 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
5 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.9 out of 5
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Shows Respect
5 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 10/25/2021, Dr. Mazzaferri has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Everything was very good as always before
Excellent
Mazz is ALWAYS great and ALWAYS spends time with me no matter how his day is going. He cares about all things not just my heart health. He also involves me in decision processes and doesn't just say this is how it's going to be done, unless he needs to be stern with me and there have been those times too. I drive 80 miles to see him first because he is always pleasant and knowledgeable and second because he's at OSU but I would follow this provider if he changed systems too.
Best bedside manner of any doctor I've seen. Very friendly and knowledgeable.
He took his time and it didn't feel like he had one foot out the door the entire time.
Very good physician
There were no bad experiences.
Dr. Mazzaferri is the best physician I have ever seen!
Dr. Mazzaferri is one of the very best! He is so very good about listening.
He is excellent.
Dr. Mazzaferri is the very best cardiologist a patient could be blessed with. His commitment to my best interests is exceptional.
Dr. Mazzaferi is excellent - very, very good.
Dr. Mazzaferri is an intelligent & caring physician. I am very fortunate to have him as my cardiologist.
AlwAys outstanding
Dr. Mazzaferri was exceptional. He explained the rationale for my medications and planned testing. He is simply outstanding!
Simply outstanding, fabulous communicator and immediately put this patient at ease. Explained all options and the science upon which they were based.
Dr. Mazzaferri is an excellent Cardiologist. He truly cares about me and takes the time needed to answer any and all questions.
I never feel rushed withDr. Mazzaferri which is such a comfort. He listens, and I feel that my questions are always answered when I leave.
Informative
Excellent
Professional, respectful, have high trust in his care, honest conversations
Always made eye contact. Called me at home with the test results.
Dr Mazzaferri is the best doctor I have ever had, and I've had many. He is knowledgeable, kind, caring and has always given me the time and attention I need. He listens well and is extremely compassionate. He is the gold standard of "excellence in care" in all aspects. And he manages his time well because I never wait more than 5-10 minutes, if that.
All good, very thorough and have a lot of confidence in him about my health care.
Dr. Mazzaferri does an amazing job. He and his staff always make me feel comfortable. They genuinely care about me.
Dr. Mazzaferri was wonderful. I recommended him already to 2 of my friends.
Also took the time to listen to my concerns. Very helpful. Was good visit.
Dr. Mazzaferri is always kind and explains my health concerns in detail. Never feel like he is in a hurry.
Very knowledgeable about my heart history and open to my thoughts on moving forward.
Great dr.
Dr. "Mazz" is an exceptional cardiologist - the best!
This was my first visit with him and he was excellent, took plenty of time with me, answered all of my questions. He was very thorough and concerned for me.
Very very good dr.
All great! Dr. Mazzaferri is a superb provider. Clear, informative, caring, personable, astute, descriptive and prescriptive.
Ernie Mazzaferri, Jr. is a fabulous physician who is able to make a patient feel at ease when dealing with a serious coronary issue. He knows his stuff but has a great sense of humor and doesn't take himself too seriously, but does take seriously what the patient has to say.
Good, they made sure everything was correct.
All good.
All good.
Good experience - Very personable. Always explains current issues and relates to other issues if ablicable. Fantastic physician.
I think Dr Mazzaferri is an excellent doctor and recommend him to all or family and friends.
Could not ask for a better doctor.
Knowledgeable, not rushed, good instructions, complete evaluation and follow-up with sleeping concern.
Dr. Mazzaferri is the best. I have recommended him to friends and family.
Dr. Mazzaferri made me feel like I was his only patient of the day. Dr. Paschke ask lots of good questions and listened and responded to my answers. These two doctors formed opinions of what may have caused my stroke and explained in detail the next steps and tests required to determine the possible cause. Their summary of notes of my appointment were available in MyChart within hours. I drove 150 miles to see the best doctor(s) in the country and I felt like and continue to feel as though my health is in the best possible hands.
superior! very caring, informative and motivating! I am so proud of Dr. Mazzaferri and of all my OSU doctors. I am so fortunate. Always leave visits with Dr. Mazzaferri very motivated and feeling great! He's a great person.
shows concern and is aware of my needs
Kind - gentle understanding - calmed my nervousness.
Very friendly and definitely concerned. Love this doctor.
Totally professional!!!
Great.
he is awesome and caring
Both provider and fellow spent a great deal of time explaining the medical issues and asking questions that were focused on those issues. They laid out a course of treatment that made sense
Excellent understanding of my situation and adjustments to care.
Dr Mazzaferi always explains my cardiac issues clearly and covers all options available.
Very in tune with my heart issues
Good.
Very genuine and informed
Dr. Mazzaferri and physician team makes you feel confidence and educated. So very important in a CAD patient.
Dr. Maz is outstanding!
This was my first appointment with this physician. I am very pleased and very grateful. He is a caring physician and a very warm human being.
Good.
A professional whose excellent reputation in his chosen area is far and above what patients have come to expect. I felt unbelievably blessed to have this provider as part of my team. The amount of trust for and with a patient that is exchanged is quite uncommon.
I always get excellent care!
Dr. Mazzaferri is always pleasant, interested in my whole health and is professional yet approachable. I feel extremely comfortable when visiting with him.
I'm very pleased to have Dr. Mazzaferri as my cardiologist. All of my visits have been positive. I trust him.
Always, always, always awesome!
This was my annual follow up with my cardiologist. He has always been very straight forward in answering my concerns. His advice has kept my heart in great shape.
No bad experiences. Always concerned and listened to any issues I asked. VERY VERY excellent dr.
Very good. Was also very understanding & evaluating my concerns.