Ronald Derr
Ronald Derr, D.O.
Foot & Ankle • Sports Medicine • General Orthopaedics & Fracture Care • Kids & Teens • Shoulder & Elbow • Hand & Wrist

Biography

Ronald Derr, D.O., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery including Achilles tendon surgery, bunion correction, ankle scopes and adult painful flatfoot deformaties. He also has expertise in treating sports medicine injuries such as lisfrancs injuries, ankle and metatarsal fractures and tendon ruptures, and strives to expedite patients’ return to sports through early motion therapy and mobility, minimizing muscle atrophy and evaluating functional safety. He earned his medical degree from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed residency training in orthopaedics at Ohio University-Doctors Hospital in Massillon, Ohio. He went on to complete fellowship training at the American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham and a foot and ankle fellowship at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati. He is a member of the American Foot and Ankle Society, American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics, Tennessee Osteopathic Society and Tennessee Medical Association. Dr. Derr has been an integral part of the bone and joint practice since 1996 and currently serves as team physician for Ravenwood High School. He and his wife have four children, and in his spare time, he enjoys sports and spending time with his family.

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Phone & Fax

Phone: (615) 791-2630
Fax: (615) 791-2639

Medical School

Ohio University
Class of 1988
Athens, Ohio

Residency

Ohio University-Doctors Hospital
Massillon, Ohio

Board Certifications

Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowship

American Sports Medicine Institute
Birmingham, Ala.

Good Samaritan Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio

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What Dr. Derr's Patients Are Saying...

★★★★★

Dr. Derr is by far the best orthopedic Dr that I have ever been to.( I have seen several over the years). He took his time and didn’t rush and checked every possible area of my foot! He is extremely smart and it was very obvious he truly cares about his patients!

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★★★★★

By far, the best orthopedic doc I have ever been to. Personable, competent, skilled and extremely knowledgeable in all areas of orthopedics. My family and I have been going here for more than 10 years with breaks, arthritis, and joint issues including 3 surgical repairs. I have also recommended Bone and Joint Institute to several family members and friends too. They all have positive and wonderful things to say about Dr Derr, other docs and the entire team. I highly recommend this group for any orthopedic needs.

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★★★★★

Made me feel very welcome, the staff is so helpful, very impressive clinic, and professional, Doctor Derr spent so much time explaining to me my foot problem. He is a compassionate doctor.

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★★★★★

Dr. Derr is extremely kind and patient. He takes all the time you need to explain everything clearly and precisely. I have been his patient for over 22 years and absolutely love him! I have recommended him to everyone I know because he is always the perfect doctor. He never makes you feel like what is happening to you is less important than someone else. That is a special quality that most doctors do not have in my opinion. Every time he takes the time to totally explain everything that I need to know and answer all my questions. He is a very skilled and personable doctor. That combination is very hard to find. I am thankful I have found that in Dr. Derr!

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★★★★★

Best treatment I have ever had for my joints! Dr Derr was Expert and detailed and took time to explain. Bragging on him and suggesting he receive a high reward.

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★★★★★

I have been a patient of Dr. Derr for years. He has always been very thorough, kind, listens patiently, doesn’t rush and he explains everything thoroughly. He has operated on both of my ankles, which were very difficult surgeries. I have the highest regards for Dr. Derr, his skills are top notch. He is a wonderful physician. I recommend him to anyone having foot and ankle problems.

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