About Me
I am a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in nephrology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I provide care for patients with kidney-related conditions, including chronic kidney disease and hypertension. My patients can rely on me for high quality, compassionate care and honest communication in every encounter.
I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of skilled experts to ensure each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs and values. In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I am passionate about educating and mentoring the next generation of providers.
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Renal Insufficiency
- Acute Kidney Injury
Locations Where I Practice
543 Taylor Avenue
Columbus, OH 43203
614-688-6400
6700 University Boulevard
Dublin, OH 43016
614-814-7777
in Outpatient Care Dublin
6700 University Boulevard
4th Floor, Suite 4C
Dublin, OH 43016
614-293-0080
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Graduate
Ohio State University College Of Nursing, Columbus, OH
9/1/2011 - 5/4/2014
Board Certification
American Nurses Credentialing Center-Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified
7/30/2014
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.
213 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.8 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
4.8 out of 5
Very good
Always answers. Any questions I ask
Impressed with his knowledge of my case, reassured me, good communication skills
Excellent.. Caring.. Professional Kind very friendly!!!
Excelente atencion
I think James Ritchie is intelligent, professional, and friendly.
Good- provided information about my condition. Followed up on my chart with update on lab test results.
Doctor/nurse was excellent! I learn about the many functions that the Kidney does. It was a most exciting and educational visit!
Liked him very much
Good
James Ritchie is very polite caring and explains completely everything and he does a follow up
Great care
He is always easy to talk with him about my concerns.
Would like more feedback/explanation about my medical condition.
Very Good
Very Good
He didn't look like the picture that's on file, lol truly appreciated his patience-- I did not have a firm understanding about my condition and now I do
Easy to talk to.
Good
Jim is very easy to talk withalso he is very emphatic.
Very good listener and understanding My first visit and felt I chose this doctor well
Good
He somewhat listened to me
James is on the ball
He just needs to slow down his speech for older patients and one who might have some hearing loss. Otherwise, very good.
Up to date on my current health
He is great
Very capable and knowledgeable Nurse Practitioner, takes the time to discuss conditions and answer questions.
Knowledgeable and attentive
Thank appreciated to you
He's very smart and knowledgeable of his patients
Nothing bad
Always attentive, explains well, listens to me.
All good.
I like James Ritchie but sometimes it feels like he was not very interested in how I was doing. Rushed the appointment.
I like Dr Ritchie. He takes his time with u and explains everything very clearly. To you definitely recommend him
Profesional amabilidad y seguimiento
Caring
Excellent customer service
Good
Very pleased.
I'm seeing Dr Ritchie as a complement to my another OSU specialist. They both are wonderful doctors who are both looking out for my health and best interests. I am truly appreciative to both Dr Ritchie and Dr Kaffenberger!
Good quick in n out
Very good and professional
Answered all my questions concerning my problem.
James Ritchie was extremely knowledgeable and provided me with details of my condition I had never heard before.
I've been working with James Ritchie for a couple years and see him every 6 to 8 months to monitor kidney damage
Mr. Richie was very helpful in advising meIn dealing with my chronic kidney disease.He provided me with very useful guidanceIn my nutritional challenges. I felt moreHopeful after this visit.
Explained my problems very well
He was very thorough with getting and receiving my information, introduced himself as James and that he was a nurse practicioner. He was very current with what was my problem and how one of my medicines needed to be changed. I was very encouraged by him.
Ve ry good and timed
All good
Excellent
Best experience
Very professional and answered all my concerns great bedside manner
The care giver was thorough but did not fully explain what a certain enzyme had to do with my particular medical condition.
Good good
Dr. Ritchie is one of the best
He explained everything able my condition and addressed any questions I had.
Excellent. Very Knowledgeable and highly qualified. Gave me great advice
Great service
New was fantastic. I wish all doctors were like him
Good
V. Good
No bad experience
He makes sure I understand what is going on with my body
Very good
Follows up on questions and care. Never have to wait long to get any responses.
Bueno , amable y explicito
Very caring, knowledgeable and new about my kidney problems
I felt he was knowledgeable about my CV concern.
Showed knowledge and courticy
Very good, or I would change
Good
The provider was professional and discussed my condition status in easy to understand manner.
He knew what he was doing.
Very nice
Very good
The staffs are kind and hard working
Poor, not very helpful. Task-oriented rather than goal-oriented.