Dr. John Ward, MD

Gastroenterology*•Male•Age 59

Gastroenterology*

Dr. John Ward, MD is a gastroenterologist in Westerville, OH and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ward has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Riverside Methodist Hospital and Mount Carmel St. Ann's. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. John Ward, MD

Ohio Gastroenterology Group

430 Altair Pkwy Ste 110 Westerville, OH 43082
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
(614) 754-5600
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Accepting new patients

(614) 754-5600

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ward is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital Columbus, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Ward is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ward specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Ward's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ward

4.7
47 ratings, 35 with a written review
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Awesome!
Friendly, comforting staff that make your visit there pleasant. They are phenomenonal!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Scott – Jul 21, 2023
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Overall Fantastic Experience
Had a wonderful experience with Dr. Ward. Super nice gentleman and did a great job with my procedure. Highly recommend him and the Polaris staff!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Bridgett – Jul 07, 2023
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Dr. John Ward is awesome!
Dr. John Ward is totally awesome. He is professional, intelligent, kind, and very cerebral about how he cares for his patients. He is great with everyday gastrointestinal issues such as GERD, colon screening, and IBS/IBD. He also thrives on digging in and trying to diagnose those really tough cases that no one else can figure out. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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JMA – Jul 03, 2023
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Dr. Ward takes time with you. He explains your co.
Dr. Wards professional, yet personal approach to your treatment. He explained the problem, my options, and his recommendations in a manner you can understand.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Susie Gribble – Jun 29, 2023
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Excellent
My experience with Dr. Ward was excellent. I am a health care professional and have been in and around provisions of care for many years. Dr. Ward and his team were excellent. His educational and support materials in preparation for an optimal test were clear, concise and very supportive. Dr. Ward himself was very pleasant, professional, clear and appreciated.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Monica (Nikki) Coffin – Jun 18, 2023
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First visit; meet and greet
New to the area, I requested a GI referral from my PCP and am so happy to have met Dr. Ward in a relaxed, get to know, understand my history, ask questions and be reassured visit. Going forward, should an emergency occur or when time for my next colonoscopy, I feel confident with the care I will receive from Dr. Ward. He was very professional, personable, listened attentively, asked intuitive questions, answered and reassured my concerns for future care. Having an initial appointment to establish rapport and understanding is an excellent step toward mutual respect and confidence in a doctor/patient relationship; one I am very please I took.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carol – Jun 17, 2023
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Dr ward and staff were very friendly and helpful.
Everyone was so helpful and respectful. The procedure was explained well and went on schedule. No waiting.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Candy – Jun 09, 2023
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Highly Recommended
Made the entire process go very well. Very pleasant.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 14, 2023
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Excellent!! Super!!
Dr. Ward was very kind and explained things well. Everyone took excellent care of me. They were top notch!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 13, 2023
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Dr. Ward was super nice
Explained everything before and after. Staff was awesome too.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 08, 2023
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GoodEndoing
My visit involved an Endosopy procedure which thanks to Doctor Ward and assisting staff went smoothly. I highly recommend them.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 30, 2023
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My experience with Dr. Ward was good. He explained in terms I could understand and he is an excellent listener. I appreciated his sense of humor, too.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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No – Mar 17, 2023
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Caring physician
Dr Ward listened to me and ordered tests to try to find an answer to treat my symptoms.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 15, 2023
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Long Term Patient
Dr. Ward has been keeping my colon healthy for over 12 years. He talks to me and explains things. He treats me as person not a patient. I just had a colonoscopy; He came in to talk before hand. The procedure was smooth and painless. Dr. Ward came and reviewed the scan and explained what I needed to do. I trust him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Delaware – Mar 04, 2023
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Great Treatment !
I’ve used Dr Ward a few times . Nice manner he approaches his work . Caring Doctor !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Colin – Jan 26, 2023
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Great Doctor! Caring and professional.
Great office staff. All were caring and professional. I was the last patient of the day on a Friday, but was treated like I was the first patient of the day.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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MK – Jan 24, 2023
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Great doctor
Amazing doctor and staff!!! I felt very cared for.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 18, 2022
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Very caring and addresses any of my concerns. I trust him completely.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 08, 2022
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Kind, gentle, knowledgeable and thorough. Highly recommend .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dotty – Jul 04, 2022
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Visit
Dr.ward was very helpful with my last visit to inform me of everything that I. Needed to do to clear up the Inflammation in my system. Thanks
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 17, 2022
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Dr. John Ward joined Ohio Gastroenterology Group, Inc. in the fall of 2000 after being in private practice for two years in the Cincinnati area. He is board certified in Gastroenterology. He is a member of ACG, AGA, ASGE, OGS, OSMA, and CMA.

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Ohio State University Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • The Ohio State University Hospitals

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992

  • University Of Colorado

    Undergraduate School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Ward is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Ohio Gastroenterology Group

    Office430 Altair Pkwy Ste 110 Westerville, OH 43082
    1

    Ohio Gastroenterology Group

    Interventional Pain Center3400 Olentangy River Rd Columbus, OH 43202
    2

    Ohio Gastroenterology Group Inc

    Dublin Office6670 Perimeter Dr Ste 200 Dublin, OH 43016
    3
    Ohio Gastroenterology Group Inc85 McNaughten Rd Ste 320 Columbus, OH 43213
    4
    West Office815 W Broad St Ste 220 Columbus, OH 43222
    5

    Ohio Gastroenterology Group Inc

    Corporate Office3820 Olentangy River Rd Columbus, OH 43214
    6

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Riverside Methodist Hospital

      3535 Olentangy River Rd
      Columbus, OH 43214
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Mount Carmel St. Ann's

      500 S Cleveland Ave
      Westerville, OH 43081

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Mount Carmel East

      6001 E Broad St
      Columbus, OH 43213

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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