Joel Wood, MD
Physician, Assistant Professor
Primary Care - Family Medicine
Conditions and expertise
- Primary Care
- End of Life Care
- Disease Management
- Developmental Disabilities
- Adolescent Medicine
- Family Practice
Locations
- Primary Care New Albany
Academics and research
Department: Family Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
As a family medicine physician, my approach to patient care is dependent upon the condition and unique background of each patient. I spend time getting to know my patients and take into account all personal considerations before guiding them through their care plan. I specialize in ambulatory family medicine, which allows me to interact with multiple members of a family across many generations in an office setting. I enjoy my specialization because of the opportunity to build long-standing relationships with patients while facilitating their journey to optimal health.
As my alma mater, The Ohio State University holds many special memories for me. I enjoy working at an institution that doesn’t limit patient interactions and is dedicated to providing quality patient-centered care.
When I’m not working I enjoy spending time with my family. I also teach children at New Albany Methodist’s Vacation Bible School.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014-2019
- Lead physician, Primary Care at New Albany
- Volunteer for the United Methodist Church's annual medical mission trip to Mexico
Conditions and expertise
- Adolescent Medicine
- Developmental Disabilities
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Disease Management
- End of Life Care
- Family Practice
- Geriatrics
- High Blood Pressure
- Pediatrics
- Preventive Medicine
- Primary Care
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Residency - Family Medicine
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/1998 - 6/30/2000 - Internship - Family Medicine
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/1997 - 6/30/1998 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, United States
8/30/1993 - 6/13/1997
Certification
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American Board of Family Medicine
7/14/2000
Academics and research
I specialize in Family Medicine which allows me to have a long-standing relationship with patients, giving me an opportunity to guide patients to optimal health year in and year out.
Research interests
- Family Medicine
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)
- Ohio Academy of Family Physicians (OAFP)
- American Medical Association (AMA)
Academic information
- Department:
- Family Medicine
- Division:
- Family Medicine
More about my research
Ratings and 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.
416 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
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 11/3/2025, Dr. Wood has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Helpful
Doctor Wood and his team are extremely professional, empathetic caregivers. I have been seeing Dr Wood for 24 years and have no plans of changing.
Very good great
Very patient and careful listen to us And very detail in diagnosis then slowly explaining the symptoms and explaining what he will give us and tell us what we have to do for our health caring no comment on the bad side
I have been seeing Dr Wood as my primary care physician for over 25 years. He is exceptional and I love the fact that he is my general practitioner.
Dr Wood is the best Doctor I ever had
Dr. Wood is the best! He listens to my concerns, explains his thoughts In detail and is extremely compassionate. OSU is so lucky to have such an amazing physician.
outstanding
Excellent
Through and respectful
Dr. Wood is very friendly and polite very informative on all of my autoimmune diseases and medicines. He has a great doctor.
Dr. Wood always takes time to address my health concerns. Suggest treatment options, concerns with those treatment options, best outcomes expected from those options.
Wonderful listener, encouraging, helpful in finding a solution, sensitive to the situation.
All good
Joel is an excellent physician. I've been with Joel for a very long time and would never think of changing physicians
100% great in all respects.
Interested and friendly
All good
Excellent!!!
He always shows concern
Genuinely concerned about how I'm feeling. Takes time to explain things.
He is the best
Dr Wood is friendly, professional and thorough
Very good at what he does nlce
Consistently provides focused care.
First class all the way!
Always attentive willing to listen and help you with your questions and concerns
I've been going to Dr. Wood for many years, and he's been wonderful to see!
DR. WOOD HAS KEPT ME ALIVE ALL THESE YEARS, HE IS NUMBER 1
Dr. Wood provides exceptional knowledge in my healthcare. I can't imagine anyone else.
Dr. Wood is the best doctor. He listens attentively and gives me the best information to help ease my concerns. He is a blessing to have as my doctor. He is amazing!
Dr Wood takes his time with you. Never feel rushed. Very smart man.
Always concerned and aware of my needs
Excellent excellent
Always listens and makes excellent suggestions
Dr. Wood is the best. He always spends whatever time is needed to answer my questions. I trust him.
Dr. Wood knows my inside and outside. He is my hero.
Dr. Wood always gives the time needed for my questions and concerns. He is compassionate, understanding and extremely efficient.
Doctor provided excellent care and guidance
Dr. Wood is a wonderful care provider. He always listens to my concerns and together we create a patient care plan. Dr. Wood NEVER makes me feel that he is in a hurry to finish my appointment, so he can see his next patient.
I always have good experience
Gave me prescription for my hip pain and it is much better.
Excellent & very professional
I have been a patient of Joel for a very long time and I would never consider leaving his practice. He is an excellent physician who really cares for his patients and takes whatever time is needed to make sure everything is covered.
Always excellent
Dr Woods is always great that's why he's been my doctor for 26 years, save my life!
Always top notch. Understands my medical history and works with me to solve issues.
All good
He's the best always listens to any thing I want to talk about
Doctor Wood is great. I have been seeing him for 24 years.
Very respectful and knowledgeable
Excellent
Good
Dr Joel Wood is the best of the best. Always a pleasure spending anytime with him.
Good
All good.
Talked over my prescriptions, was knowledgeable and caring.
Dr wood I've been with for over 23 yrs I only come and have stayed with OSU because of him
Outstanding
Dr. Wood is always professional and personable. He is very thorough in his assessment and physical exam. He asked me pertinent questions regarding my current health needs and provided expert advice. It is always a pleasure to see Dr. Wood. He is attentive to detail and follows through on next steps whether prescribing medications or providing referrals.
Informational
Excellent! The very best Doctor I have!!
Excellent
Dr. Wood is the best. He's such a compassionate provider. He always makes me feel like he has all the time in the world to talk about my health. I feel very comfortable under his care.
Always good care from Dr wood
Great! I was asked if okay to have student doctor to do same thing.
Dr. Wood is very good in answering questions and always concerned about how I am doing.
Dr. Wood has been my provider for quite a long time. He is a wonderful doctor. Any time I've had a medical issue he's been able to address it, either by treating it himself or sending me to a specialist when needed. I have total confidence in his ability as my PCP.
Dr Wood is excellent. Listens to my one or two issues and schedule further specialty appointments if need.
Great
Dr. Wood is fantastic!
Dr. Wood listens, provides a thorough exam and communicates clearly
Always engaged, friendly and professional
I have seen this provider for over 25 years. If I have it my way another 25 years, please!
Very caring
Dr. Wood is always fully engaged with my care, attentive, and informative.
It is always a positive experience.
Did all very good
Extremely knowledgeable and caring
On top of all .covers every condition and ask pertinent questions.
The best provider I have ever had
Always pleasant and understanding
Dr Wood is awesome. He is knowledgeable, patient, thorough and attentive.
Dr Wood is a wonderful physician, every time he takes time listening and going over info with me. I never feel rushed.
Wonderful
Outstanding physician
Dr. Wood has always been great! Patient, care, listen, reasonable! He
Dr. Wood is genuinely concerned about about my health and well being.
Dr. Wood is an exceptional physician.
He was really friendly and very helpful
Excellent
Very supportive
Dr Wood is always through and listens to all your concerns.
Very caring
I have confidence is his knowledge about my physical and mental health.
Personal, validating, personal, understanding
Caring, kind explained everything and answered all my questions
Dr Wood is always very professional.
Very patient. Great listener.
Dr.Wood is an amazingly kind and patient. He is very thorough.
He shown patience/friendly, concern and empathic to my need and very helpful
Dr Wood always makes me feel like I am his only patient. He cares.
Dr Wood is the best Dr I have ever experienced
Very patient with me especially if I don't understandI'm deaf and through interpreter he still take time to explain through them..
Very good and answered questions
Excellent good listener
Excellent
He's just the best
All good.
Excellent
Dr Wood is always great with me. Very consistent and truly listens to what I have to say, and then helps me with my questions.
Joel is excellent, I'm very pleased with him.
He is very professional and caring
Good information
Very apologetic and friendly
Good experience
Excellent- Dr wood always is a great listener and gives thoughtful advice!
The whole visit was good
Dr. Wood is great!! He listens to me and explain things to me
Excellent
Dr Wood is amazing. He is an excellent provider, he listens to of my concerns and then addresses them with either running test, adjusting medications as needed or referrals. He provides the best possible care, so I would highly recommend him to friends and family.
This appointment was the 13th Anniversary of seeing this provider. He is an excellent doctor and I would not see any other Primary Care Physician. I came to him after suffering many medical issues some life or death. And he made sure that if the signs and symptoms were above his care he got me to the appropriate physician that could take care of it. And continues to do so. If he was taking patients I would highly recommend him to anyone who was looking for a primary care physician.
My care provider, Dr. Wood it's a great doctor. He's been my GP for over 16 years. He listens to me, He genuinely cares for my health and I never feel in a rush to get onto the next patient. I have referred Dr. Wood Several times two friends and family because I think he's one of the best doctors around.
He is a great listener and very thorough.
Very knowledgeable about my heath
Very nice
I trust Dr. Wood always. Great listener and practitioner.
Awesome experience
!just ok
Dr wood took very good care of me, he always does
Always have good experiences with Dr. Wood
Dr Wood is always kind and through spends plenty of time with you.
Dr. Wood was great. He read through previous notes and answered all my questions.
Outstanding
Very good
Very good
Nothing bad. I felt listened to and that Dr. Wood was tracking my concerns and allowing me to tell it my way. He asked very good questions.
Always takes time needed- I never feel rushed.
Dr. Wood Is always very easy to talk to and Is very knowledgeable about my medical history and needs.
Dr wood is amazing just
All good
Dr. Wood has always been an excellent doctor.
Excellent
Dr Wood listens carefully to my thoughts or concerns, then guides accordingly. I am very pleased with the personalized care I receive each visit.
Very professional & listened to all of my concerns & issues
None, Not ever. The whole team in the New Albany primary care office is just great.
Dr. Wood is great. Always attentive and professional.
I positively love Dr. Joel Woods. He takes wonderful care of me. :)
Always pleasant, listens when you talk
Dr Wood always listens to my concerns and explains them in terms I understand. I never feel rushed or hurried while in his office. I know he cares about my health and well being.
Love Dr Wood. He is through, professional, dedicated. Listens, explains, and pleasant.
He's the best. Excellent listener.
He was very concerned that I understood his instructions
Dr Wood always listens to my concerns and gives clean answers to any of my questions. I feel that he cares about my well being
Always pleasant, caring attitude, listens to my concerns, and gives me extra time when needed. He is the best.
Dr. Wood is like my son. He helps me with each new issue that I am dealing with. He offers suggestions that will help me through those. He's professional and approachable.
Dr Wood is the best.
Very understanding, patient, and polite (considering I talk too much!)
Nothing bad always nice
Very good
In on time, my visit was as needed and I was on my way. Appreciate the promptness and being on point and concise.
Dr. Wood is always professional, he listens very carefully to my concerns and documents everything thoroughly. Whenever I text after hours questions he responds promptly. I always trust his advice and recommendations I feel comfortable being able to ask him anything. I appreciate Dr Wood very much.
All good
Veryl helpful
He listen to my concern and take time to listen too..
Dr Wood always spends plenty of time with me and listens to all my concerns.
Excellent experience
Very professional, always concerned about my health and my whole family's health. I would and have recommended Joel to anyone looking for a family doctor.
Very courteous and polite
I am SO THANKFUL to have Dr. Wood watching over my health - he actually gives a DAMN and LISTENS to what I say. MOST of ALL, I appreciate that he LOVES what he does and puts forth his very best effort to take care of me EVERY time I see him - it MATTERS!!!
Always interested in how I'm doing
Dr. Wood is the best PCP I have ever had. This visit was scheduled for my health issue immediately. He is always available for emergencies. Personable and explains everything to me.
Dr. Wood is so concerned about my health
Very professional, knowledgeable, friendly and thorough
Dr. Wood always makes me feel comfortable
Excellent
Dr Wood is caring, knowledgeable and a good listener
I've never had any bad experiences with Dr. Wood or his staff. That's why I prefer to see him for the last 20+ years.
Good no bad experience
Dr wood has always treated me very well , always concerned about my well being and never rushes me at all .
Dr Wood is always thorough, empathetic and patient. He has a calming presence and is never in a hurry.
Excellent serivce
He is always very thorough and takes his time.
Dr. Wood is an excellent provider so I'm very thankful he's my doctor. I would trust for any of my medical needs
Have had only good experience
Attentive, comprehensive and fantastic temperament