Matthew Farrell

Matthew Farrell, MD

  • Family Medicine
  • Physician

Clinical Associate Professor of Family and Community Medicine

Insurances We Accept

About Me

As a family medicine physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I treat patients with asthma, exercise induced asthma, athletic injuries, diabetes and hypertension. I also specialize in adolescent medicine and pediatrics, travel medicine, preconception care, contraception, medical education and health promotion. I think it’s important for patients to establish a relationship with a family physician they can trust.

I have a special interest in preventive medicine and vaccinations. I strongly promote preventive health with my patients in order to keep them from getting too sick in the first place. I believe that family medicine is the cornerstone of good healthcare. As family medicine physicians, we provide a basic service that everyone needs.

My favorite part about working at Ohio State is the opportunity to work with and teach medical students. It’s also a great location with good benefits.

When I’m not working, I enjoy traveling, cooking and spending time with my children.
Highlights
  • Lead physician for medical student education at OSU Family Practice New Albany, 2015
  • Family medicine unit director, Med 3 Understanding Patients within Populations Ring, 2016
  • Actively involved with Healthy New Albany as a steering committee member
  • Physician educator/speaker
  • Organized a family walk program, 2015

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

  • Travel Medicine
  • Asthma, Exercise-Induced
  • Preconception Care
  • Hypertension
  • Asthma
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Pediatrics
  • Family Practice
  • Contraception
  • Athletic Injuries
  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Primary Care

Locations Where I Practice

Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.

Education and Training

Education History

Medical School

Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
8/1/2004 - 6/30/2008

Internship

Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
7/1/2008 - 6/30/2009

Residency

Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
7/1/2009 - 6/30/2011

Board Certification

American Board of Family Medicine
7/10/2011

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.

166 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

  • Overall
    4.9 out of 5
  • Explains Things Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.9 out of 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.8 out of 5
  • Shows Respect
    4.9 out of 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.9 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Sep 20, 2024

    I was offered flu and covid vaccines. When I declined the covid vaccine Dr. Farrell would not take no for an answer. He accompanied his judgmental rebukes with phrases like "You know this isn't going away right" and "you're making a mistake". I CHOSE to use Ohio State for my elective medicine and now I am choosing to take my business elsewhere. When my decision were met with the classic guilt trip which led me to overturn my decision and get the vaccine I subsequently missed work due to the side effects. I am beyond furious with this practice's continued focus on optics and focusing less on the wishes of the patient. Imagine what judgment could come to light if I had to discuss ANY actual problems regarding my health. I'm taking my business elsewhere.

  • Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024

    Dr. Matthew Farrell, has been our Doctor for quite awhile. I don't see us using any other providers

  • Reviewed on Sep 17, 2024

    Took time to listen to my symptoms & review previous treatment I received. Prescribed new med. Also encouraged to get Covid vaccine now since Covid is spreading.

  • Reviewed on Sep 14, 2024

    Very good

  • Reviewed on Sep 02, 2024

    My doctor is always extremely supportive and detailed in my treatment. His professionalism and care about my health is greatly appreciated!

  • Reviewed on Aug 30, 2024

    Dr Farrell is a very caring and thorough provider. I appreciate and respect his advice.

  • Reviewed on Aug 25, 2024

    Excellent physician.

  • Reviewed on Aug 21, 2024

    Dr. Farrell is a great provider and always ready to listen and explain in detail all my concerns and provides the care I need.

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 09/30/2024, Dr. Farrell has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

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