About
Jeffrey Milks, MD has practiced medicine for over 40 years and holds board certifications in Family Practice, Geriatrics, and Hospice and Palliative Care. He earned his medical degree from The Ohio State University Medical School. Before co-founding Personal MD with Deborah Milks in 2006, he ran an OSU Family Practice in New Albany.
Dr. Milks belongs to the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Academy of Private Physicians, and the Ohio State Medical Association, among other professional organizations. His peers and institution have recognized him with notable honors: OSU Department of Family Medicine Preceptor of the Year, OSU Teacher of the Year, the Columbus CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Columbus Business First Champion of Healthcare Legacy Award. He holds a deep conviction that patients deserve the same quality of care a physician would want for themselves. Outside the office, he serves as the resident handyman and plays pickleball regularly.
Education & Training
Medical School
The Ohio State University Medical School
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Milks right for?
Dr. Milks is a strong fit for adult and older patients managing complex or chronic health needs. His triple board certification makes him particularly well-suited for patients navigating geriatric conditions or end-of-life planning. Patients who want a physician reachable after hours, including for mental health emergencies, will find his approach reassuring. Families seeking a long-term care relationship across multiple generations benefit from his broad clinical scope.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Milks focuses on family medicine, geriatric care, chronic disease management, hospice, and palliative care. His three board certifications reflect genuine depth in each of these areas. He also provides mental health support and works closely with specialists to coordinate complex care.
Yes. Dr. Milks holds board certifications in Family Practice, Geriatrics, and Hospice and Palliative Care. He earned his medical degree from The Ohio State University Medical School and has practiced for over 40 years.
Dr. Milks makes himself available to patients around the clock by phone or text. He has a strong track record of responding to urgent needs promptly, including evaluating patients outside the office when clinically warranted.
Dr. Milks believes every patient deserves the same level of care a physician would want for themselves. That standard drives how he approaches every visit, from routine physicals to end-of-life support.
Dr. Milks holds memberships in the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Academy of Private Physicians, and the Ohio State Medical Association, along with several local professional associations.
Dr. Milks has earned several distinguished honors. These include the OSU Department of Family Medicine Preceptor of the Year, OSU Teacher of the Year, the Columbus CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Columbus Business First Champion of Healthcare Legacy Award.
Yes. Dr. Milks holds board certifications in both Geriatrics and Hospice and Palliative Care. He regularly supports older patients and families navigating serious illness, complex medication management, and end-of-life planning.
Doctor profile last updated April 3, 2026