About Me
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)
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Heart Failure
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Hypertension
- Preventive Medicine
- Primary Care
- Family Practice
Locations Where I Practice
2231 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43201
614-293-2700
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA
8/1/1985 - 6/30/1989
Internship
David Grant Usaf Medical Center, Fairfield, CA
7/1/1989 - 6/30/1990
Residency
David Grant Usaf Medical Center, Fairfield, CA
7/1/1990 - 6/30/1992
Fellowship
University of North Carolina School of Medicine GME, Chapel Hill, NC
8/1/1997 - 6/30/1998
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine
7/1/1992
Academic Information
My Department
Family Medicine
My Division
Family 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.
140 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 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
4.9 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 09/29/2023, Dr. McConaghy has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
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
Good alwYs
Good/thorough
Excellent!
All positive, Dr. Mac is the best
Physician listened well to my concerns and took time to discuss & answer them. I was a little surprised that a more thorough physical examination wasn't conducted (lower half of my body was not visually examined) but this could be due to the fact that I regularly see a dermatologist.
He's great, always pays attention to my concerns and is very straightforward. I wouldn't want to have anyone else as my PCP!
It was a pleasure getting a provider to take initiative In assisting me with my health. He was great for my 1st visit.
Very patient and very knowledgeable
Long time Doctor who I trust completely, always answers my questions.
Top-notch care
Long time care provider. Trust him totally.
Trustworthy and knowledgeable
Seemed overwhelmed.
Very knowledgeable.
I have always had care that answered my question and concerns. I always come away confident that I could recommend this provider
No bad experiences ever
All went well.
Satisfied w/provider's response to my requests, questions.
Excellent
Excellent
Easy to talk to. Open to discussion.
Excellent doctor. Dr. McConaghi has the knowledge, experience, and practical clinical approaches. He regularly offers me good medical advice
I don't trust a lot of doctors but Dr McConaughey is the best. He knows my history which is very complicated. And the and is always there To answer any questions I have or concerns about what is going on with my health.
Dr. McConahey is a trusted care provider, and I always enjoy my visits to/with him.
He takes his time, asks pertinent questions, and explains his decisions.
Very thorough professional
Dr. McConaghy is fantastic. Great physician and I am sure a great mentor to his students.
Very friendly and listened to my concerns extremely well. Spent a great deal of time with me and didn't appear rushed.
My provider is a very kind & always listen to my concerns whenever.
Been with this Md for years and love his attention he gives me and my issues
Good and practical medical advice. Great rapport with me as a patient.
Dr. McConaghy is not only an amazing dr. He is an amazing human being and is one of very few people I trust with my personal physical, mental, & emotional information & well being!!
Seeing Dr. McConaghy is always a positive experience. He is a caring and knowledgeable physician that looks out for my well being and health.
It was a great experience
Dr. Mac is by far the best. He shows compassion, listens and talks with you not at you.
Great listener and trust his judgement implicitly.
My CARE was outstanding. From the visit to the The ER, the staff at my primary care physician Dr. John McConaughey., The orthopedic surgical team and Dr. Anne Sullivan, to my neurologist Dr. Emily Harrington for my MS needs. The dietary and nursing staff was top in their field very glad that I was able to receive the Quality and professional care I did at OSU WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER east.
Very good at diagnosis as well as corrective procedures.
Outstanding. Professional. Uses common sense.
Always listens attentively. Takes plenty of time to discuss solutions to problems.
I have had a lot of good doctors through the years, but I think Dr. McConaghy is my favorite.
Excellent service. Warm, caring and personal. Always gives viable solutions.
I enjoy my visits with Dr. McConaghy.
Dr. McConaghy is always knowledgable, courteous, and concerned. I trust him.
Good.
Dr. McConaghy is the most important factor in my surviving to the age of 81 in good condition and good health. He accepted me as a patient in 2007 with severe post-surgical trauma and has restored my health so that I do enjoy an excellent quality of life. He is an excellent communicator, motivator and always performs in a most professional and caring mode.
Dr was very attentive to my issues, and did a lot to ease my concerns over my ongoing recent health issue
I am extremely happy with a Dr. Mac. He is genuinely concerned about my health. He is a very good man
All good.
Took time and answered any concerns I had. Explained future needs.