Donald Ford, MD, MBA
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Family Medicine
Hillcrest Medical Building 2
6801 Mayfield Road
Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
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View All PlansAbout Donald Ford, MD, MBA
Donald Ford, MD, MBA, FAAFP is a Board-Certified Family Physician and is Chair of the Department of Family Medicine at Cleveland Clinic. He is also a member of the Cleveland Clinic Board of Governors. He recently stepped down from his roles as Medical Director for Community Health Public Health Strategy and as Chief Medical Officer for Better Health Partnership.
He has served as Vice President of Medical Operations and Interim President at Hillcrest Hospital. Previously he served as Chief Medical Officer and CEO of Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. While in Abu Dhabi he was the Course Director for the Second Annual Primary Care Conference as part of the Abu Dhabi Medical Congress and has served the same role for the Cleveland Clinic Primary Care Evidence-Based Medicine Conference 2013 - 2016. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University. His original research has been published in journals such as Family Medicine, The Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine, and the Journal of Addictive Diseases.
Dr. Ford joined Cleveland Clinic in 1999 as a Family Physician at the Solon Family Health Center. He has been the Section Head for Family Medicine, Liaison to the Division of Pediatrics, Medical Director of the Solon and Chagrin Falls Family Health Centers, and the founding Medical Director of Access to Care, Cleveland Clinic's Appointment Center. Dr. Ford graduated from the CWRU School of Medicine with Distinction in Family Medicine, completing the Accelerated Residency Program at University Hospitals of Cleveland. He has been awarded the Ed & Diane White Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching at CWRU. In 2007, he became a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
He received his MBA in Health Care from Baldwin Wallace University in May of 2015, achieving membership in the Baldwin Wallace Business Honors Society.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
1999
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Baldwin Wallace College
Health Care
Berea,
OH USA
2015
Residency - University Hospitals of Cleveland
Family Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1999
Medical Education - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland,
OH USA
1997
Undergraduate - State University of New York at Purchase
Purchase,
NY USA
1982
Professional Highlights
- House Doctor - Cleveland Play House, Great Lakes Theater Festival
Certifications
- Family Medicine
Specialty Interests
Performing Arts Medicine, Substance Abuse
Awards & Honors
- Fellow, American Academy of Family Physicians
- Ed & Diane White Award for excellence and innovation in clinical teaching
Memberships
- American Academy of Family Medicine
- Ohio Academy of Family Medicine
- Cleveland Academy of Family Medicine
- Performing Arts Medical Alliance
Research & Publications
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332 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Explains | 4.9 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
98 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Nov 6, 2023
Great Dr . Very caring. .Best Knowlge
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2023
Dr. Ford is an amazing and compassionate physician. He not only listens but also makes suggestions in a proactive manner. One in a million!
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
Dr. Ford went out of his way to reschedule us for our semi-annual appointment prior to our seasonal departure
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
Dr. Ford has been our family Doc for nearly 20 years now with a break for Dubai. We could not ask for a better GP. He has taken care of our medical and emotional needs and made specialist referrals that have been life altering for us.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2023
We think Dr Ford is someone wonderful. We trust him.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2023
Excellent the best Doctor in the World everything was perfect 10 stars
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2023
Dr. Ford was kind, concerned and professional. He listened to my concerns and was helpful and easy to talk to. He inspires confidence and I'm glad he is my primary care physician.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2023
Great doctor and staff.
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2023
Dr. Ford is an exceptional physician. He is very intelligent and has a wonderful bed side manner. He is the best.
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2023
Dr Ford is patient and knowledgeable!
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2023
Dr Ford is a pleasure to work with!
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2023
Very satisfied Dr Donald Ford great professional Very fortunate to have him as my doctor.
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2023
Dr. Ford is the Best! I've been seeing him for 26 years! Definitely an asset to the Cleveland Clinic!!!
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023
Dr Ford and staff well organized and thoughtful.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023
I like Dr Ford very much. Only problem is that it can be very difficult to get an appointment to see him. They are usually prompt getting back to me with a phone call.
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2023
I can't say enough wonderful things about Dr. Ford, how affirming he is, and how much I feel that he genuinely wants to see me happy, healthy, and well-informed.
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2023
Dr. Donald Ford is an excellent doctor. James has been seeing Dr. Ford for about four years now and is lucky to have Dr. Ford as his PCP. Dr. Ford is courteous and does not hurry the exam. He also takes time to ask and answer questions. James has ultimate confidence in Dr. Donald Ford.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2023
Receptionist was very helpful. I was supposed to see my primary care doctor within a week of when I had an operation but I had to wait 12 days. Doctor Ford came in on a Saturday.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2023
Dr. Don Ford is an awsome Dr, person. What a wonderful human being. Love him!!!
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2023
Dr. Ford has a full schedule.. But I believe he's very thorough, thoughtful and worth the wait.
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2023
Dr. Ford is caring, kind, compassionate.He always listens and answers questions.He takes his time and does not rush youThrough your appointment,
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
Dr Ford is the best!
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
Dr. Ford is an excellent physician!
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2023
A competent physician who is also a caring gentleman
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
Dr Ford is one in a million!!!!
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
Dr Ford has been our doctor for years. He has ALWAYS been considerate thoughtful and helpful. He has always taken my concerns seriously.
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2023
Dr Ford is the best! He is so friendly, thorough, listens and addresses our concerns completely! Even with his busy schedule, he is easy to get a hold of! We're very grateful for all the care he provides to our family!!
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2023
A true doctor's doctor
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2023
Dr. Donald Ford is the best! Kind, informative, great listener
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2023
Dr Ford is an awesome doctor. Kind, intelligent, great listener, informative.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2023
Dr. Ford is a great doctor. Listens to your concerns and makes a plan of care. By which he also follows up from test/procedures done.
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2023
Dr. Donald Ford is the BEST Dr. The Clinic has!I have been his patient for 27 years!You are very lucky to have such a wonderful man at The Clinic!!!
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2023
Dr Ford is the best doctor I ever had.
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2023
There needs to be 1000 Dr Ford's
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2023
Dr. Ford is a great doctor and an even greater individual. He is very knowledgeable and very helpful.
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2023
I felt that Dr Ford cared about me as well as my treatment
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
Excellent doctor. Never a problem with him.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
Dr. Ford is always thorough and caring about my physical and emotional health. I stay at Hillcrest because of him.
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2023
Dr. Ford is the best primary care physician I have ever had. He is kind, informative, very attentive (listens intently), and most importantly, I trust him as a professional - I am very grateful for him!
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2023
Excellent doctor and service from the staff.
Reviewed on May 18, 2023
Dr.Ford is an exceptional physician. Very compassionate and smart.
Reviewed on May 18, 2023
Thank you for being there. My mental health has not been well. Dr. Ford , never judges.
Reviewed on May 18, 2023
Dr. Ford Is the best you have.
Reviewed on May 18, 2023
Dr. Ford was relatively neutral with me, but understandably so. It was my first time seeing him and I needed to have FMLA papers signed, so it makes sense since he was put in a bit of an awkward situation.
Reviewed on May 15, 2023
Dr. Ford is the most caring physician I have met in many many years!! He will go above and beyond to make certain you are healthy and have all needs met.
Reviewed on May 13, 2023
Dr Ford is always very caring and personable! He listens and is easily reachable and responds Immediately for any concerns! Best family doc!
Reviewed on May 1, 2023
Dr Ford is always available.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2023
I'm happy to have a doctor like Doctor Ford. He's a Awesome Doc.
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023
Dr Ford is a nice human being and a a very competent physician
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023
Dr. Ford is very attentive
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023
My visit with Dr. Ford was a good experience.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2023
I was very happy to be able to see doctor Ford the same day I made the appointment. The afternoon and evening appointments are very helpful
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2023
Doctor Ford is very professional and thorough. He asks a lot of questions and listens to my answers and concerns.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2023
I am always happy with the care I receive at Doctor Fords office
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023
Dr. Ford is a very caring and kind physician. He is also very respectful of his patients I feel very fortunate to have him as my primary care doctor.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023
Dr Ford and his staff are some of the most professional people I've ever dealt with.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
Best Dr. In the world
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2023
#1 Dr.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2023
I really enjoy having Dr. Ford as a PCP.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2023
Excellent care offered by Dr. Ford!
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2023
Dr. Ford is the best! Great demeanor and always concerned, kind and explains everything to me succinctly and with compassion. HIGHLY recommend him.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2023
Dr. Ford and his staff are all fantastic.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2023
Dr. Ford is awesome! Cant see myself ever moving away from him
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2023
Dr. Ford and his staff are absolutely the best!
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2023
Best most caring doctor I've ever had!
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
Dr Ford is wonderful- kind, knowledgeable, helpful
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
Dr. Ford is an excellent doctor. He listens very carefully to you. One of the best doctors I've ever had.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2023
Dr. Ford is always attentive and listens to my concerns. He's detailed in discussing treatments and follow up treatments. He's an exceptional care provider.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2023
Great doctor!!
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2023
Dr Ford is excellent!!
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023
Excellent provider!!
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023
Dr. FORD WAS WONDERFUL. I WISH I COULD BE ONE OF HIS PATIENTS. LISTENING AND CARING PHYSICIAN.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2023
Dr. Ford is very attentive and made me feel very comfortable.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2023
The BEST Dr. The Clinic has!!!I've been a patient of his for 26 years!!!!!!
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2023
Dr. Ford is a model PCP.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2023
Dr. Ford is the most caring physician I have met in years!!! He actually cares about his patients!!
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2023
Dr Ford is excellent, would go to him with any issue, very kind and professional.
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2023
The Best Doctor and hospital in the world
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2023
Perfect appointment nicest doctor
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023
Sharon scheduled me with Dr Ford with wonderful empathy and compasssion
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2023
DR. Ford actually booked it for me, how amazing is that!
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2023
He is simply stellar. A marvelous doctor with outstanding bedside manners.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
Dr. Ford is my longtime HCP. He is the he best. I feel very lucky to have him.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
I have been Dr Ford a long time he always is very concerned about my health to bad you can not clone him
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
Doctor Ford is an excellent physician.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
Dr Ford is an excellent physician and afine human being
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2023
Does a great job at integrating the findings and recommendations of other ccf providers
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
Dr. Ford is thorough, answers all questions, has great demeanor with patients. I was so fortunate to choose him as my provider.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
All good love Dr.Ford
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
Dr. Ford was and is excellent with his analysis and care. We love him. He's the best.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023
Dr Ford is the most compassionate and understanding person I know.He listens to all your concerns with interest like you are the only patience he has.I have complete faith in all he recommends. His follow through is excellent as well.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2023
Dr. Ford is a caring and compassionate physician, who listens well, and invites participation in shared decisions treatment plans. He is organized, punctual, and innovative. He is a superb communicator. I am very fortunate to have Dr. Ford as my Family Physician.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2023
I can always get a convenient and timely appointment with my primary doctor.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2022
Good Doctor and good man
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2022
Dr. Ford is a great doctor and person, but the greatest compliment I can give him, is that I trust him!
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2022
Dr Ford is the best doctor I've ever had. A true assets to the clinic.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2022
Dr. Ford is the most caring and considerate doctor.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2022
Doc is a pro. I like him and his style