Claude Jones, D.O., was recently appointed Medical Director for the Primary Care Institute at Cleveland Clinic Martin Health.

With a distinguished career in healthcare, Dr. Jones brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Addiction Medicine, and Healthcare Quality. In addition to his medical degree, his academic pursuits have earned him a Master’s Degree in Public Health and a Master of Science in Law and Policy from Nova Southeastern University.

Dr. Jones has a strong background in public health, having served as Medical Executive Director of the Lake and Putnam County Health Departments in Central Florida, where he provided oversight in various medical and health areas. Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic, he was the President and CEO of Care Alliance Health Center in Cleveland Ohio, where he focused on high-quality, patient-centric care. During his time at Care Alliance, he boosted productivity by 10% and improved patient and caregiver satisfaction by more than 90%. The organization saw a reduction in employee turnover from 40% to less than 4% during his tenure.