John McConaghy, MD
Physician, Professor
Primary Care - Family Medicine
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Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Family Practice
- Primary Care
- Preventive Medicine
- High Blood Pressure
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Heart Failure
Locations
- Primary Care Northwood-High
Academic information
Department: Family Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I practice the full spectrum of family medicine including the treatment of children and elderly patients. I place an emphasis on preventative healthcare and chronic disease management. Some of these chronic diseases include conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma and heart failure. I also work as an educator for medical students and family medicine residents.
I strive to provide patient-centered and cost-effective care that is based on the best research evidence available. I believe in individualized healthcare and that a patient’s health can be improved through patient education, partnership and shared decision-making.
I love working at The Ohio State University because we are continually expanding our patient-centered care. The knowledge base and resources here at Ohio State are unmatched by any other institution. In addition, I find it stimulating to have the opportunity to teach students and residents.
In my free time I enjoy relaxing with my family, traveling and enjoying the outdoors.
Highlights
- Have received Faculty Teacher of the Year Award or a distinguished teaching award nine times in the last 13 years
- Multiple years on U.S. News and World Report's 'Best Doctors' list
- Full-time professor
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014, 2015, 2019
- Best Doctor in America, 2017
- Member, National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)
Conditions and expertise
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Family Practice
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Preventive Medicine
- Primary Care
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Family Medicine
- University of North Carolina School of Medicine GME, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
8/1/1997 - 6/30/1998 - Residency - Family Medicine
- David Grant USAF Medical Center, Fairfield, CA, United States
7/1/1990 - 6/30/1992 - Internship - Family Medicine
- David Grant USAF Medical Center, Fairfield, CA, United States
7/1/1989 - 6/30/1990 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA
8/1/1985 - 6/30/1989
Certification
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American Board of Family Medicine
7/1/1992
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.
180 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Dr. McConaghy has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
The best care provider, ever!!!!
The best General Practice Doctor ever visited in past experience. Outstanding in every aspect.
Excellent service. I scheduled my annual physical for this appointment but it turned into a Medicare "wellness" visit which is not the same so that was disappointing
Courtesy, respect, time dpent
No bad, only good ~ best doctor I have ever had
No problem
I have high trust in my provider.
Professional, efficient, caring
Showed great concern and complete care
Professional
Easy to talk to, straight forward.
He listens and tales time with me. I feel seen as a person, not a number or a stranger.
I have a high level of trust with my doctor.
No problem
They are very good.
Spent a good amount of time talking and listening to me
Always polite, knowledgeable, listening, and professional
Always answers questions and eases any anxieties
Outstanding professional!
Dr. McConaghy listened intently, answered all questions thoroughly and treated me with respect with the highest degree of professionalism.
He's a very excellent Doctor he saved my life many years ago! I thinks he's the best and I trust what he tells me!
Fantastic
Everything was smooth no problems
Outstanding. Dr. McConaghy is the best.
Dr. Mcconaghi has been an excellent provider. His medical advice and overall professionalism is appreciated.
I felt that the doctor was condescending. He did not listen to my concerns and he was dismissive of the nurses concerns in the office.
Experienced knowledgeable
Excellent
Doctor M is exceptional
Always nice and friendly.
Good
He's great
Caring
Excellent physician!
Very good!
Always takes the time to listen and answer my questions.
Very attentive to concerns, as usual. Never rushes through appointment.
Very good
Very good visit. Covered everything
Best Doctor around. Have had Dr Mac for many years.
Listening skills a "10"
Always a good experience with this provider.
Dr. McConaghy is very good about listening and assessing your problems. I appreciate that he follows up like he says he will and works with other doctors to figure out your the best course of action for your ailments. I appreciate his candor and will definitely be back again next year.
Very good. Took time, was not rushed, and even called later to discuss results
First time I left clueless
Very attentive and knowlegible.
Very interested in my well being
Dr. McConaghy listens. Although I had several questions, he was patient, listening and taking notes and responding thoroughly to them all. His examination was conducted with respect and thoroughness. The physician is good natured, quietly competent, and although he had a full schedule with patients waiting, he gave no indication that his time was limited for my visit.
Dr. McConaghy is an excellent listener with a compassionate demeanor.
Excellent
Dr. Mac, as usual, listened to me and responded appropriately, both as a doctor and as a person. He cares about me as a person, not just as a patient and does an excellent job of showing that.
Dr. McConnaghy has always been straight forward and helpful.
Dr. McConaghy was on time and very thorough.
Everything was very good
Very easy to talk to and professional. Great listener.
All good, caring and professional
Good, he's wonderful
To me, he is the best provider to take care of my health.
My interaction with Dr. Mcconaghi was positive, a good learning experience, and helpful to my medical needs.
Always wonderful, informative and listens.
Took my concerns very seriously and talked with me at length about what our next steps should be. Very good experience.
Been with this provider many many years and never a bad or uncomfortable experience
The doc, as always, is a good listener and provides suggestions and encouragement for continuing to improve my health.
Dr McConnahy is very kind and patient with understanding my concerns and listening to my reason for the visit.
The best
Very professional, listened intently, with a bit of humor