About Me
Ralph Augostini, MD, FACC, is the co-director of the electrophysiology training program and director of the ambulatory device clinic. As a cardiologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, he specializes in clinical cardiac electrophysiology and cardiovascular disease. Dr. Augostini was named one of America’s Best Doctors in 2009.
An associate professor of clinical medicine at Ohio State’s Wexner Medical Center, Dr. Augostini earned his medical degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor, and fellowships in cardiovascular disease and cardiac electrophysiology and pacing at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio.
Dr. Augostini’s clinical and research interests include electrophysiology, pacing and ablation. Dr. Augostini is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Heart Rhythm Society, and a member of several professional organizations, including the North American Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014-2019
- Best Doctor in America 2017
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Internal Medicine
- Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmias, Cardiac
- Device Removal
- Catheter Ablation
- Defibrillators, Implantable
- Coronary Care Units
Locations Where I Practice
452 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
614-293-8000
in Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital
452 W. 10th Ave.
1st Floor
Columbus, OH 43210
614-293-7677
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University - College of Medicine, Brooklyn, NY
9/1/1986 - 6/1/1990
Internship
University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI
9/1/1990 - 6/30/1991
Residency
University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI
7/1/1991 - 6/30/1993
Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH
7/1/1993 - 6/30/1996
Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH
7/1/1996 - 6/30/1998
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease
11/20/1997
American Board of Internal Medicine/Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
11/3/1999
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Cardiovascular 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.
195 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 09/30/2024, Dr. Augostini 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.
- Respicardia, Inc.
- Medtronic
Dr AUGOSTINI was very Nice also! He listened to my concerns and gave good advice moving forward as a new patient.
Excellent physician as he has always been
All good
Great experience
Very knowledgeable and thorough.
He is one of the best at his job. He knows what he is doing.
He listened carefully and answered all our questions.
Dr was very helpful
Dr. Augostini is 100% great, that's why I drive 125 miles to see him.
Dr. Augostini is an exemplary physician. His superior expertise, compassion, thoughtfulness, knowledge, dedication and kindness are exceptional. Dr. Augostini is far and above any other cardiologist. He is truly the best.
Great
He listened to all my questions and had answers for me that can be accomplished easily.
Very good all went well
Very good, he answered all of my questions.
He Great
Kind and understanding of my health visit
Ver detailed - easy to speak with . Excellent physician
Attentive and showed interest
Dr. Augostini is quite knowledgeable. He explains himself in a way that is easily understood. I value his opinion.
Spent plenty of time, gave feedback to my questions and described future plans.
Very helpful and had the ER called to see what the wait time would be for my husband
Dr. Augostini treated me as though I was his sole patient and took time to explain his findings and possible future treatment options in the case of changes in my health.
Dr Augustini rocks
Professional
Dr Agostini is developing a good bedside manner
Excellent
Very professional, knowledgeable, the best there is in my opinion!
He was very courteous about his job he did, and listen to my concerns
Dr. Augostini is so knowledgeable yet always makes sure that the information is completely understood. He is always pleasant and always shows compassion and kindness. I feel very confident and fortunate to have him manage my health care. I have referred many family members and friends to him.
Always good
Very good
Very knowledgeable and interested in patient
Excellent very professional and caring
He's fantastic. Always has been. Has taken excellent care of me for over 12 years
Always top and highly recommended
Dr. Augostini and Julie (didn't catch her last name) were WONDERFUL. I've seen multiple doctors (in another network) who were rushed and rude; these two were very kind, spent time with me, thoroughly explained my condition and possible treatments, had already reviewed my history and tests prior to my appt, and seemed to be extremely knowledgeable about my condition. It was a welcome change from other care providers and I will recommend them to everyone. Much appreciated- thank you!
He was a good listener, showed much concern for the issues I presented, and discussed thoroughly solutions that we needed to resolve these issues.
I would highly recommend him to anyone. He is excellent in what he does.
Excellent
He is the absolute best, otherwise I would travel 2 hours for his service.
Always the up most caring professional and explains everything and goes over all charts and medication.
Wonderful
Top of the Line! NP Kacey and Dr. Aogustini were right on the money for displaying true patient care.
Dr. Augostini. Is number ONE in his Profession..In my opinion ,he is the "BESTEST" of the best...remarkable physician, excellent clinician, diagnostician ,second to none..The Wexner Medical Center has to be proud to have him as one of their outstanding faculty members...his efforts and concerns for my personal medical problems are MOST appreciated....
It is all good. He is very understanding and shows concern for my health. He also gets right to the point and gives the information in a way that I can understand the good and the bad.
Didn't rush during appointment.
It was good
He was great, explain everything go on with me.
I believe Dr. Augostini is one of the best electro psychologists in the country, but he is still very down to earth when he explains medical procedures. I'm very thankful to be his patient.
Dr. Spent alot of time explaining the proceedure and answered all questions in detail.
Helpful & friendly.
Dr. Augostini answered all my questions in an understandable way and additionally explained what was going on in my heart while providing a plan for moving forward. I was happy with the outcome.
Excellent. He's very knowledgeable & thorough with explanations. Personable.
Very skilled and knowledgeable