Dr. James R. Donovan, MD | Cincinnati, OH | Preventative Medicine

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Dr. Donovan graduated from the University of Toledo College of Medicine,Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1978. He works in Cincinnati, OH and 1 other location and specializes in Preventative Medicine and Internal Medicine. Dr. Donovan is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital.

3.9

16 Ratings
48 years of experience
22 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
University Of Toledo College Of Medicine
7 written reviews
2 specialties
16 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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He is the most caring, listening doctor that I have ever met

July 27th, 2019

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He has been a condescending doctor during my office visits muttering unkind words. He also masks the negative comments by saying one thing that implies another negative comment about the patient when all of this negativity is totally uncalled for. I no longer see him.

June 15th, 2017

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Saved me from an horrible kidney surgery from another Doctor recommendation. Very thankful for Dr. Donovan

January 30th, 2015

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Excellent surgeon-highly recommended. Laparoscopic nephrectomy. Daughter did well once she was in his care.

August 16th, 2012

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measured and concise diagnoses,direct and honest.wears fancy suspenders.great bedside manner.

July 20th, 2012

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this doctor is thoughtful and chooses his words carefully before giving you his summation of your condition,he is clear and precise with no gray areas,it is a pleasure to have a doctor like himself,also we love those suspenders.

May 15th, 2011

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Dr. Donovan is one of the most honest and thoughtful professional that I have came into contact with.

September 6th, 2010

Good Samaritan Hospital

375 Dixmyth AveCincinnati, OH 45220

Tel: (513) 862-1400

Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 3:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Good Samaritan Faculty Medical Center

375 Dixmyth Avenue Floor 5Cincinnati, OH 45220

University Of Cincinnati Medical Center

3188 Bellevue AveCincinnati, OH 45219

Tel: (513) 584-1000


Dr. James Ryan Donovan, MD	Nu Image Medical	Dr. Carrie E Scroggins	Dr. Julie Brogan Blondell
Preventative Medicine	Preventative Medicine	Preventative Medicine	Preventative Medicine
	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Cincinnati , OH	TAMPA , FL	Batavia , OH	Cincinnati , OH
Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine
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Internal Medicine
Intestinal Fistula
Kidney Disease
Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Toledo College Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1978

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Where is Dr. James Donovan's office located?: Dr. James Donovan's office is located at 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45220.
Is Dr. James Donovan accepting new patients?: Dr. James Donovan has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Donovan affiliated with?: Dr. James Donovan is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital.
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