Michael E. Yaffe, MD

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Michael E. Yaffe, MD

Internal Medicine

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Residency

University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
Internal Medicine 1981-1982

Riverside Methodist Hospital, Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
Internal Medicine 1982-1983

Internship

University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
1980-1981

Medical School

Ohio State University, College of Medicine and Public Health
Columbus, OH
Doctorate of Medicine 1980

Undergraduate

Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology 1977

Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine

OhioHealth, Riverside Methodist Hospital

Medical Director, OhioHealth 2008-current
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, Ohio State University 1983-2017
Medical Director, GSW-W Medical Communications 2004-2015
Private Internal Medicine Practice, Columbus, Ohio 1983-2008

Best Doctors in America 2001-2009
Diabetes Physician Recognition Program, National Committee for Quality Assurance 2007
Top Rated Central Ohio Family Doctors, Docs Rate Docs 1999, 2004
Ten Top Rated Central Ohio Internists, Docs Rate Docs 2001, 2003
Preceptorship Award 10 Year Teaching Honor, American Board of Internal Medicine 1997

American Medical Association
American College of Physicians
Ohio State Medical Association
Academy of Medicine of Columbus and Franklin County

Ohio

Family, Community Events, Columbus Foundation, Anthropology, Travel, Exercise for Wellness

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MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$512.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,025.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,050.00 each year*

Michael E. Yaffe, MD

Meet Michael E. Yaffe, MD


I am honored to have the continued opportunity to focus my medical practice on the individual needs of my patients. I have over 40 years of practice experience understanding the customized patient-centered practice model. Helping patients to navigate the complexities of the healthcare system and understand the constant change and fluidity of care is a priority for me. Working in a partnership with patients to provide more personalized and meaningful care can yield relevance and value to my patients – and to me. I aim to incorporate medical science, individual patient needs and personal circumstances in identifying the medical care that can help address patients’ needs and desires. Determining what is in the patient's best interest guides me as a physician. My practice style can best be described as providing an open channel of communication; a friendly, individualized, and nonjudgmental office environment, and seeking a common goal in delivering more individualized care. A commitment to more efficient and timely care can provide patients with an added connection to my practice. Translating medical knowledge with clarity during patient communication is of utmost importance to me.

I am open to serving the broad needs of my patients as a primary care physician with the additional training as an internal medicine doctor, dealing with more complex primary care issues. The MDVIP model helps me to serve as one's personal physician. I have additional interests in cardiovascular disease, cholesterol and metabolic disorders, including diabetes and thyroid disease, and helping to maintain musculoskeletal health, aging-related issues, nutrition and a holistic approach to wellness.

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Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle
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Benefits of joining Dr. Yaffe's practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Yaffe quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Yaffe by phone or text after-hours, and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Yaffe when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$512.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,025.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,050.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Get Started | Today
 

This MDVIP-affiliated physician is not accepting new patients at this time. Please call MDVIP at 1.866.696.3847 or search for other nearby doctors currently accepting patients.

The Office of Michael E. Yaffe, MD


Locations & Hours

Primary Office

3802 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43214

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Hours

Mon 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM
Tue 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM
Wed 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM
Thu 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM
Fri 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly
$512.50 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,025.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,050.00 each year*

Get Started Today

Get Started | Today
 

This MDVIP-affiliated physician is not accepting new patients at this time. Please call MDVIP at 1.866.696.3847 or search for other nearby doctors currently accepting patients.

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