Physician, Professor
Primary Care - Family Medicine
Department: Family Medicine
As a family medicine physician, I provide primary care for a mostly older and multicultural community in the Near East Side of Columbus. I treat and manage a wide range of conditions and diseases, but most of my time is spent in administrative leadership roles at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and The Ohio State University College of Medicine to support our mission of improving the health of people living in Ohio and across the world through innovation in research, education and patient care. The remainder of my time is dedicated to patient care; medical student, resident, fellow and staff education; and research.
I enjoy working at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center because of the difference in care stemming from our strength as interdisciplinary teams committed to providing inclusive care with cultural sensitivity and humility all the way from the frontline staff to the Dean of the College of Medicine and CEO of the health system. I really appreciate the 'can do' and collaborative spirit that can be found across the academic medical center, campus and central Ohio communities.
In my free time I enjoy watching sports and science fiction on television, reading biographies and walking with my wife, Natasha.
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
I am the first African American to achieve the rank of Professor with tenure in The Ohio State University Department of Family and Community Medicine. A graduate of the University of Toledo and OSU College of Medicine, I completed the family medicine residency at the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, California, and earned a Master of Public Health degree from the University of Michigan School of Public Health, Department of Health Management and Policy. I have been recognized as being among the top 10 percent of physicians nationally for patient satisfaction. I was elected to serve as Chair of the Association of American Medical Colleges Group on Diversity and Inclusion (2013-2015) and President-Elect of the National Medical Association July 31, 2019. I also provide service for the AAMC as faculty for the Healthcare Executive Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and Minority Faculty Leadership Seminar.
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.
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As of 11/3/2025 Dr. McDougle has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
He communicates. We talk, he listens, he gives me options when appropriate, and orders when necessary. I trust him to do his best to help me manage the big stuff, as I fight to managed all of the things impacting my aging health.
My doctor does a great job with providing me with up-to-date information on medication and treatment, which helps me make better decisions for my overall health
Doctor was exceptional
I have very high respect for my provider
It's was a good time there
Good
My care provider is awesome!
Very good
Dr. McDougle was his usual kind, concerned, and attentive self. The best Dr. I've had!
None My visit with my provider is always good. No complaints.
Thorough....
Always good.
Very attentive and concerned.
Excellent always
Best care always at OSU
Very professional, friendly and concerned for my overall health and what I am doing in exercising and drinking plenty of water.
Awesome
Excellent
Good
Very professional and personable in doing his job.
My provider always exceeds expectations
Dr. McDougal is the friendliest, caring, and most thorough doctor anyone could have. He is extremely patient, and gets to the bottom of my concerns. He is just an overall wonderful doctor.
Dr McDougle is the best
Very attentive and professional ask questions to make sure you understand your healthcare.
I feel I get excellent care. Very pleased with the care I receive.
Excellent!
The doctor was very good and understanding.
He is always thorough and caring patient sends my referrals quickly and refills too
Great PCP always a pleasure excellent Doctor
Excellent
Very professional and attentive
Caring very professional a good listener kind of v
Just needs to communicate the details so I can have an understanding and confidence of the treament and recommend.
Find out the problem I was having with my ear being stopped up.
Excellent awareness of my health problems in the past and present. Concern for my health and following his advice.
At one time I had moved out of state. And asked that my provider not take me off his patient list.That's because of the great care I have always received.
Excellent experience
I really enjoy my visit with my care provider
Good
Very talkative, concerned & quick to start me back on meds
I have One of the greatest care provider
He is Always Excellent and Kind.