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Dr. Kirk Whetstone, MD

Dr. Kirk Whetstone, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Kirk Whetstone, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Columbus, OH and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities Samaritan Albany General Hospital and PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

3555 Olentangy River Rd Ste 2001 Columbus, OH 43214
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Whetstone specializes in the areas of Pain Medicine & Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Whetstone's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Whetstone

4.7

19 ratings, 7 with a written review
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 02, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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John – Apr 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 06, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Sarah in Columbus, OH – Jul 17, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Richardson in Upper Arlington, OH – Jul 10, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Columbus, OH – Nov 14, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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Fremont, CA – Jul 21, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

My top two jobs are to teach my patients and to give the correct diagnosis. My whole goal is to help patients understand the cause of their symptoms and then teach them about the problem and the options available. On each initial visit, I do a...read more

biography

Kirk E. Whetstone, MD, is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist with additional fellowship training in interventional pain management. He is the founder of PNW Spine and Joint Physicians.  PNW Spine and Joint Physicians...read more
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Sports Medicine

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Washington

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014
  • Riverside Methodist Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2010
  • Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2009
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Pain Medicine
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Locations

Practice

Office3555 Olentangy River Rd Ste 2001 Columbus, OH 43214
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Practice

PNW Spine and Joint Physicians1836 NE 7th Ave Ste 206 Portland, OR 97212
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Ohiohealth Physician Group Medical Spine Neurology Neurosurgery-Pickerington1030 Refugee Rd Ste 275 Pickerington, OH 43147
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Samaritan Albany General Hospital

    1046 6th Ave SW
    Albany, OR 97321
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center

    1615 Delaware St
    Longview, WA 98632
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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