About
Dr. Ross Podell is a board-certified internist practicing concierge medicine in Paoli, Pennsylvania. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, before completing his medical degree at Hahnemann University Medical School in Philadelphia in 1993. He then trained at the University of California San Diego, completing his internship in 1994 and his Internal Medicine residency in 1996.
Dr. Podell holds a Diplomate certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Castle Connolly recognized him as a Top Doctor every year from 2013 through 2024. He earned membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society and received both the Hahnemann Hospital Association Award for Academic Excellence and a Distinguished Academic Performance honor in Internal Medicine. His research career includes gastrointestinal work at Hahnemann University and a published paper in Peptides on immunologic vasculitis. He also co-authored research on biventricular tachycardia at UCSD Medical Center. Since 2021, he has served as Medical Director of Angelic Hospice. He holds membership in the American Medical Association and the American College of Physicians.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Lafayette College, Easton, PA — Bachelor of Arts, Biology 1988
Medical School
Hahnemann University Medical School, Philadelphia, PA — Doctorate of Medicine 1993
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA 1994-1996
Additional Training
Postgraduate: Hahnemann University, Philadelphia, PA — PA Medical Science Track Program 1989; Internship: University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA 1993-1994
Certifications
Who is Dr. Podell right for?
Dr. Podell is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who invests time in prevention and early intervention. Patients managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, or type 2 diabetes benefit from his thorough, relationship-driven approach. He works well with patients who value direct access to their doctor, including after-hours phone availability and same- or next-day appointments. Those who travel frequently appreciate his ability to coordinate care with local providers while they are away from home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Podell specializes in Internal Medicine. He holds a Diplomate certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and focuses on adult primary care, preventive medicine, and chronic disease management.
Yes, Dr. Podell holds a Diplomate certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of California San Diego.
Dr. Podell earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University Medical School in Philadelphia. He completed both his internship and his Internal Medicine residency at the University of California San Diego between 1993 and 1996.
Castle Connolly named Dr. Podell a Top Doctor every year from 2013 through 2024. He also earned membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society and received the Hahnemann Hospital Association Award for Academic Excellence during his training.
Yes, Dr. Podell has published research in peer-reviewed settings. He co-authored a paper in the journal Peptides on immunologic vasculitis and contributed to research on biventricular tachycardia during his time at UCSD Medical Center.
Yes. Dr. Podell is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members contact him directly for urgent concerns outside of the standard Monday through Friday schedule.
Yes. When you visit the office, you see Dr. Podell specifically. The practice does not route patients to a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
Dr. Podell holds an affiliation with Paoli Hospital. He also serves as Medical Director of Angelic Hospice, a role he has held since 2021.
Dr. Podell sees adult patients. His clinical focus includes prevention, chronic disease management, and comprehensive wellness. He works closely with members on conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes.
Yes. If a member needs urgent care while traveling, Dr. Podell helps coordinate care with a local hospital, pharmacy, or physician. He also connects patients who need advanced specialist care with Medical Centers of Excellence nationwide.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026