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MaleAbout Mark Rood
Biography
Mark N. Rood, MD, is a Board-Certified Family Physician and provides medical care for acute and chronic conditions as well as preventative medical care for patients of all ages. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, and a fellow of the American Academy of Family Medicine. In addition to his role as Section Head for Cleveland Clinic South Russell Family Medicine, he leads the Virtual Primary Care team for Cleveland Clinic Primary Care Institute.
Dr Rood has been active in medical education, has been teaching medical students for over thirty years and has been recognized with several teaching awards. He completed a Research Fellowship in 2009 at Case Western Reserve University focusing on improving how healthcare systems deliver care and served as a Family Medicine Research Fellow for the Cleveland Clinic Medicine Institute from 2015-2017 focusing on telemedicine quality using a large database obtained from a national telemedicine provider. He has been a leader in the development of Patient Centered Medical Homes in Northeast Ohio and has chaired committees to educate other physicians on this concept.
Dr. Rood has been an active researcher using Practice-Based research methods, mostly on the emerging field of telemedicine, and has led or participated in several local and national research studies in his career. He has co-authored 10 articles which have appeared in respected peer reviewed journals and delivered multiple presentations at national medical conferences.
Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Medical Education: University Hospitals of Cleveland, 2009
- Residency: Case Western Reserve University - University Hospitals of Cleveland, 1988
- Medical Education: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, 1985
- Undergraduate: The Ohio State University, 1981
Board Certifications
- Family Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine, 1988
Professional Highlights
- Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine
- Family Medicine Research Fellow, Cleveland Clinic Medicine Institute
- Rood, M, et. Al, Journal of Family Practice 2012
- Martinez, K, Rood, M, et. al, Annals of Internal Medicine 2018
- Martinez, K, Rood, M, et. al, JAMA Internal Medicine 2018
- Martinez, K, Rood, M, et. al, Journal of General Internal Medicine 2018
- Martinez, K, Rood, M, et. al, Journal of General Internal Medicine 2019
- Dvorin, E, Martinez, K, Rood, M, et. al, American Journal of Medicine 2020
- Rood, M, Journal of Family Practice, 2020
- Hohman, J, Martinez, K, Anand, A, Martyn, T, Rood, M, et. al, Journal of General Internal Medicine 2020
- Martinez, K, Keenan, K, Rastogi, R, Roufael, J, Fletcher, A, Rood, M, et. al, Journal of General Internal Medicine 2020
- Hohman, J, Martinez, K, Anand, A, Rood, M, et. al, Journal of General Internal Medicine 2019
- Chief Clinical Investigator, Geauga Fitness Challenge, Case Department of Family Medicine
- Clinical Investigator, Family Healthware Impact Trial, Centers for Disease Control
Additional Training
- Copello Health Advocacy Fellow, National Physicians Alliance, 2013
- Inquiry Fellow, Research Division, Case Western Reserve University Department of Family Medicine, 2009
- Family Medicine Research Fellow, Cleveland Clinic Medicine Institute, 2015-2017
- Fellow, American Academy of Family Physicians, 1993
Awards
- Excellence in Teaching Award, Case Western Reserve University
- Scholarship in Teaching Award, Case Western Reserve University
- Judges Award, Poster Presentation, Society for Education and Advancement of Research in Connected Health (SEARCH)
- Best Poster Presentation Award: Ohio Family Medicine Symposium
- Phi Beta Kappa, The Ohio State University
Professional Memberships
Innovations & Patents
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2026-01-30, Dr. Rood has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
288 ratings, 44 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
Dr Rood is a wonderful PCP case manager. He is always extremely knowledgeable about so many topics.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Dr. Mark Rood was covering his daughter Dr. Rood''s maternity leave. As a stand in he provided an excellent level of care. He inquired about my lifestyle, and diet as well as ensuring I was able to continue to receive my medication during his coworkers absence. He also encouraged me to bring my BP cuff to the office to calibrate so we can use that for medical decisions in the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Dr. Rood always answers my questions in a meaningful way. He is a caring and highly competent Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
I have upmost confidence in Dr. Rood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Time with Dr Rood was a great Experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Dr rood has always been very professional and takes as much time as needed even though he was behind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Always recommend him but he's so amazing and knowledgeable that I dont think he is accepting new patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Five stars to Dr Rood and staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Dr Rood is very thorough. He does not let me leave until we are both satisfied with the transfer of information..
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr. Rood and his surrounding staff are wonderful care givers
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Excellent service. Doctor & Staff gave me great care and service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
I've been seeing Dr. Rood since his early years in practice. He is so knowledgeable and keeps current with all aspects of medicine. His ability It explain and communicate everything I need to know and be aware of is amazing. It is why I drive 50+ miles to see him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Best service I would ever expect - office staff, nurses and Dr Rood are the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
I highly recommend Dr. Mark Rood. He always spends enough time, so I do not feel rushed. He explains everything very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr. Rood was wonderful. He listened and was very thorough, he answered all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr. Rood always does a good job of listening to any issues I have and then explaining potential causes and responses. I appreciate the time he takes on these annual medicare wellness visits.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr Rood has alway been great, sometimes it has difficult to get an appointment at short notice, but express care has been good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Dr. Is very interested in getting me on the right track for the better of my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Best doc I've ever had!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Dr.Rood explained the treatment in detail and thoroughly answered my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Dr. Mark Rood has been my primary care provider for many years. It is obvious that he cares about me as a patient. He is a good listener and always explains things very well and takes the time to answer questions. I highly recommend Dr. Rood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Have been a patient of Dr Rood's for over 30 years and have always been happy with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
I like Dr. Root. Has a great way to make a Patient comfortable. Listens, than uses his experience to explain options easily understandable. Very patient in listening to patients concerns, thoughts, worries.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
He was an excellent doctor! He took the time to listen and explain. He genuinely cared. He was thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Dr Rood is very thorough. You don't leave until all questions are answered. Especially like him teaching med students.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
I have recommended Dr Rood to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Rood explained my dieting issues and helped me fix it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Dr. Rood's office is always well organized and efficient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr. Rood is the primary care physician for the patient who saw him and with regard to this survey. The patient is a special needs adult, and Dr. Rood is very good about communicating with him. Dr. Rood is also the PCP for the patient's parents. We all have a very high level of confidence in Dr. Rood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr. Rood is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Dr Rood truly is brilliant, kind and listens!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. Rood is very good at explaining his thinking in formulating his diagnosis and his rationale for the approach to treatment. He is extremely informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. Mark Rood, Tonia Franklin (RN), and the entire staff at South Russell Family Practice are absolutely outstanding !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Dr Rood always takes time to answer any question thoroughly.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
The medical student that assisted the dr was very attentive and caring . The dr was more interested in hearing himself talk rather than interest in my care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
I would give Dr. Rood a 10 on a 5-point scale. He is knowledgeable and competent, and sensitive to my needs (I had a concern that was embarrassing to me).
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Dr Rood is awesome. He has been very professional with my high blood pressure
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr. Rood is extremely professional and very knowledgeable in all areas of expertise. Truly listens and genuinely cares
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Have already recommended Dr. Rood to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Very competent physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Dr. Rood answers any and all questions that I have. He is a great listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Straight forward situation, no problems. Very comfortable with Dr. Rood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
Dr. Rood and staff definitely have the inter of the patient first.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Great doctor, over all great experience