About Me
I’m a board-certified rheumatologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in diagnosing and treating autoimmune and inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, vasculitis, dermatomyositis, and spondyloarthritis. My goal is to help patients manage chronic conditions with personalized care plans that improve quality of life and long-term health.
Patients can expect compassionate, expert care in every visit. I take time to listen, explain conditions clearly, and work closely with everyone to find the most effective treatment options. I also collaborate with a team of specialists to ensure that care is comprehensive and tailored to your needs.
In addition to my clinical work, I serve as director of the Division of Rheumatology and Immunology at Ohio State. I’m actively involved in research to improve therapies for hard-to-treat autoimmune diseases and to better understand the role of autoantibodies in inflammation and tissue repair.
I’m honored to have been recognized among the top 10% of physicians nationwide for patient satisfaction and named to Castle Connolly’s Regional Top Doctors list.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2015, 2016, 2017
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Best Doctor in America, 2017
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid
- Dermatomyositis
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Vasculitis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Rheumatology
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Damascus School of Medicine, Damascus
9/1/1976 - 9/30/1982
Other
National Institute of Health, Bethesda, MD
1/1/1984 - 6/30/1985
Internship
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
7/1/1985 - 6/30/1986
Residency
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
7/1/1986 - 6/30/1988
Fellowship
UNC Hospitals, Chapel Hill, NC
7/1/1988 - 6/30/1990
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
9/15/1988
American Board of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology
11/6/1990
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Rheumatology - Immunology
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.
49 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.4 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
5.0 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
5.0 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
5.0 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
5.0 out of 5
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Shows Respect
5.0 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
5.0 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. Jarjour 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.
- National Institutes of Health
- University of Pittsburgh
- International Myositis Assessment & Clinical Studies Group
- international Myositis Society
- University of Aachen
Discussed new health concern at length ( both fellow and consultant )
Dr jar jar was also extremely impressive as the fellow. I've been sick for sometime and he left no stone unturned. I talked to my family about his excellence in his concern and demeanor. One of the best Dr in general I have ever had. I'm beyond grateful.
All good
Did not spend enough time talking to me about my conditions. Felt no support
He was fantastic!!! Very understanding and caring, friendly made me feel at easy and my husband was with me which I really liked that he included him in questions and answers , this dr is amazing
Very informative about my illness and what I needed futhrr
All good
Did well trying to work with my concerns individually instead of a mass quick fix