About Me
As a dermatologist, I specialize in psoriasis and complex medical dermatology. I am also the director of many clinical trials and lead our dermatology research fellowship. My passion for medicine is fueled through the pursuit and discovery of new treatments so that I may provide the best available options to successfully treat my patients.
I truly believe in providing my patients with the highest quality care and I am honored to be trusted to help care for them. It is fulfilling to be able to use my expertise to develop individualized care for people of all ages with various needs. I co-direct the dermatology-rheumatology psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis clinic and I also lead a complex medical dermatology clinic. I care for many autoimmune diseases including psoriasis, blistering disorders, hidradenitis, lichen planus, lupus, dermatomyositis, granuloma annulare and many others. Additionally, I also care for all general dermatology conditions (acne, skin checks, skin cancers, and rashes) in my general dermatology clinics.
I am also passionate about education and serve as the Vice Chair of Education in Dermatology as well as the Division Director of Medical Dermatology. I enjoy teaching and mentoring many medical students and residents each year.
One of the things I enjoy most about working here at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is the opportunity to work with physicians of all different specialties. Ohio State is very unique in that it allows me to combine educational aspects with my work and expanding progress as a physician.
I’m originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but I have found a new home here in Columbus and at Ohio State. In my free time I love spending time with my family as well as traveling, being outdoors, and reading.
Highlights
- Vice Chair of Education in Dermatology and Division Director of Medical Dermatology
- Rated in the top 10% of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Dermatology
- Skin Cancers
- Urticaria
- Dermatomyositis
- Skin Diseases
- Cellulitis
- Lice Infestations
- Scabies
- Psoriasis
- Nail Diseases
- Dermatitis, Atopic
- Vitiligo
- Cicatrix
- Pressure Ulcer
- Pyoderma Gangrenosum
- Sunburn
- Scleroderma, Localized
- Pruritus
- Dermatitis
- Skin Diseases, Infectious
- Lupus Erythematosus, Cutaneous
- Acne Vulgaris
- Callosities
- Nevus
- Skin Care
- Rosacea
- Port-Wine Stain
- Pemphigus
- Keratosis, Seborrheic
- Herpes Simplex
- Onychomycosis
- Folliculitis
- Eczema
- Warts
- Tinea
- Alopecia
- Exanthema
- Pemphigoid, Bullous
- Hemangioma
- Intertrigo
- Pigmentation Disorders
Locations Where I Practice
1328 Dublin Road
Suite 100
Columbus, OH 43215
614-293-1707
540 Officenter Place
Columbus, OH 43230
614-293-1707
in Officenter Gahanna
540 Officenter Place
Suite 240
Columbus, OH 43230
614-293-1707
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Pennsylvania State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA
8/14/2006 - 5/16/2010
Internship
Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
7/1/2010 - 6/30/2011
Residency
Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA
7/1/2011 - 6/30/2013
Residency
Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA
7/1/2013 - 6/30/2014
Board Certification
American Board of Dermatology
7/24/2014
Academic Information
My Department
Dermatology
My Division
Dermatology
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
431 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.9 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2024, Dr. Kaffenberger has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Jessica saved my life. I suffer from white coat hypertension. She suggested that I monitor my blood pressure at home. This was the best medical advice I have received. My blood pressure averages 105/70. However, it is much higher when I see a doctor or dentist. One doctor wanted me to take blood pressure medicine and cholesterol medicine due to lower my blood pressure. My cholesterol averages 180. Taking blood pressure medication would have lowered my blood pressure levels and possible caused me to lose consciousness. If this occurred while I was driving, I could have died in a car accident and killed others. Now, I present all my doctors with my blood pressure record. I measure my blood pressure about twice a week on average. They no longer try to get me to take blood pressure medication or refuse to treat me. My dentist has started recommending to her patients that they monitor their blood pressure from home. This may result in more lives saved. In short, but suggesting that I monitor by blood pressure at home to address white coat hypertension, Jessica likely saved many lives.
All good. Pleasant, helpful, answered questions. Gave a through exam.
Best dermatologist I've seen!!
Very well knowing of my issues
Clearly remembers my case and recalls my history
Thorough and informative
This was my first time seeing Dr. Kaffenberger for my annual skin check. My previous doctor moved to another clinic within the OSU system and only sees patients with specific conditions (that I don't have). I knew this ahead of time but Dr. K very considerately explained to me why I was seeing her and not my previous doctor, which I appreciated. She did address a couple minor concerns that I had. She was faster to check me than my previous doc, which made me wonder if she was as thorough, but it is also possible she has been doing this longer and is just faster at it. Overall a good experience and I will be happy to see her again in a year.
Professional and able
Dr Kaffenberger is both knowledgeable and personable.
I've seen Dr. K for several years now and this was my annual. She checked all over body, inspected an oral condition that had occurred since my last checkup (2024), and refilled a prescription for an ointment.
Gave me her undivided Attention. Easy To talk with. Towards the end of the visit, she asked If I had any other questions. I asked her about bloodwork that had been done elsewhere and she was very helpful.
Highly skilled, down to earth, receptive to questions, efficient.
Dr. J. Kaffenberger is an excellent physician and I am so happy she is a part of my care team. She listens to any problem and gives me a solution. I really value her as my physician!
Very good
All very good
Always pleasant, knowledgeable and professional!
The doctor was very caring and thoughtful.
Excellent
Expert in her field. Personable and patient and willing to listen and answer questions. She's the best!
Very good
All good
Very understanding and cares about her patients on all aspects
Dr. Jessica is very good. Seemed sincere about finding a solution to help me. Concerned about the high cost of the medicine and how to manage it.She very quickly responded to a question I submitted via the portal about alternate medication available on Part D drug plans.
Friendly, made me feel comfortable
Dr Jessica is very concerned and knowledgeable about my condition
Very concerned about helping me have a good healthy skin
Listened and gave suggestions
She was very knowledgeable and friendly, putting me at ease.
She is wonderful. Easy to talk to and answered all my questions
Dr. Kaffenberger always asks about my family. She is truly and genuinely a kind person. In my opinion, the best dermatologist I've ever had. I have confidence in her care.
Dr Kaffenberger is bright, caring, explains well
She was aware of my complicated medical history and either reviewed my file before I came in or has a really good memory as it's been a year since I last saw her. She prescribed Dapsone which my insurance denied. She is in the process of appealing it for me.
Jessica is a fantastic dermatologist who knows her stuff. She has been a great help to me with properly diagnosing and treating different skin conditions I've had which were misdiagnosed by another physician whom I will not name. I'm confident being under her care. She has my loyalty!
Dr. Kaffenberger is highly skilled, knowledgeable, and provides thoughtful and compassionate care.
Dr. Kaffenberger is one of a kind. She is very attentive to details of my skin during every visit. She addresses any concerns she has and explains any treatments thoroughly; in addition, she also takes the time to listen to my concerns. I never feel rushed. Her Nurses are excellent. They are well versed in my condition and are able to offer insights and helpful hints to help me navigate my treatment plan.This is an excellent team, that provide excellent care to their patients.
She is great. She takes time to listen and respond as if she really is listening.
Dr. Kaffenberger was caring, Competent and professional as she removed my basal cell carcinoma.
All professional
Very professional
The very best care you could have all very good
Dr Kaffenberger is always lovely and an excellent practitioner. It is always a pleasure to see her.
No problems at all
She is excellent provider.
Dr. Jessica Kaffenberger was great as always.
Excellent care
Always friendly and specific about what to do
She was also very friendly and courteous and very attentive to any questions or concerns that I had.
Dr. Kaffenberger listened to my concerns, answered all my questions, and was even able to add me on the same week for an in office procedure which I greatly appreciated.
Excellent Physician. Listened to my concerns and discussed them with me. Gave detailed information about my blood work results and made appropriate referral. Shows empathy and is very kind.
Dr. Jessica Kaffenberger is so sweet and helped me with prescriptions too.
Really good
Dr. K is excellent
Jessica is the BEST! She always takes the time I need to address all of my questions and even remembers what is going on in my personal life. In otherwords, I am not just a number. All of the staff in the office have been wonderful since I have been going there. I have recommended several patients to her.
She is always professional, friendly & caring.
Provider is always very nice very thorough and ask questions like her very much
Absolutely amazing
Very informative.
Very kind and efficient.
Nice. But in a hurry.
All good. Really cares about patient.
The best!
Sameperfect with pleasant personality and yet completed task timely.
Excellent diagnostician and caring doctor
Dr. K remembered me, was polite and cheerful, examined me thoroughly, explained the issue, treated me well, and suggested when she should see me again. She was very thorough, but wasted no time.
Excellent.
Very good
Always knows about my most recent appointments with other providers
All good
Very thorough in her exam, doing an examination from head to toe .
Efficient, friendly, professional
Answered all questions, friendly, approachable
This was my first visit with Dr Kallenberger. She was very good thorough and knowledgeable.
Excellent
Very good. Keep her.
It's always a good experience. I am always treated with respect and receive the highest quality care. I'm lucky to have such a good doctor.
She is an excellent doctor
Good
Personable, friendly, knowledgeable. Would not see anyone else
Seemed to be in a hurry, worked very fast, non-personal.
Dr Kaffenberger was great.
Love this doctor! She's booked to next year but her team makes every effort to connect me with urgent concerns. Dr is thorough and has great chair side manners. More my entire family sees her!
Excellent!
Excellent physician with clear communication meeting me at my level of understanding, empathy. Gave practical instructions, next steps.
She was exceptional. Took the time to explain and go over everything.
Very knowledgeable, pleasant and tuned-in to my needs
Very nice and listened to my concerns
Good...made me feel comfortable.
She is very friendly and personable and I feel very comfortable asking questions. She explains things well and answers my questions thoroughly.
Dr Kaffenberger is very kind and concerned about treating my issues correctly and promptly. Excellent physician and personable as well.
My doctor was very knowledgeable about my health issues, including my eye cancer and had read the latest results on MyChart from my other providers.
Explained things in easy to understand manner with good game plan
All great
Never disappointed
Dr. Kaffenberger always seems to be very concerned about my health. She is friendly and easy to talk to.
The care provider was excellent. She asked through questions related to my condition and the concern for which I made the appointment. She must have reviewed my history well because she asked questions questions about a previous concern and addressed that as well. She did a thorough job of explaining options to treat my condition moving forward.
It was all perfect
Very caring, listens to what questions you have and offers medical advice that is easy to understand. A very special physician!!
Personable. Listened to me. Answered my questions. Knowledgeable. Took my skin health maintenance to the next level with a new proscribed plan of treatment.
Very sincere and informed
Excellent Doctor. Professional and personable
Doctor was very kind, knowledgeable, didn't feel rushed
Provider is caring and listens.
Always listens to me and provides exceptional care.
Dr Kaffenberger is excellent. Good bedside manner as well.
Listens very well. Had useful suggestions
I have total confidence in my care provider. She has probably saved my life multiple times.
Doctor Kapenburger was very nice and explained the next step in what to do with my skin problem and what I should look for while it healed.
She's very precise and caring
Very good.
Dr. Kaffenberger answered the questions about vitiligo as well as she could.
Always first class and excellent.
Dr Kaffenberger is professional, supportive, a good communicator, and personable.
Excellent doctor. Caring, thorough, always listens to any concerns, answers questions thoroughly, and she couldn't be any nicer!
They quickly assessed my issues, treated them on the spot, and gave me simple follow-up instructions.
All good
Dr. Kaffenberger is one of my favorites. She's always pleasant, listens to my concerns and puts me at ease even when my spots need further attention.
Knowledgeable, Discussed my concerns. Friendly.
She is professional and very good at explaining things, friendly and just glad to have her as my dermatologist. She is great about getting back to me concerning test results also. I give her 2 thumbs up
Everyone is great
The doctor was prompt, thorough, explained things well.
Dr J Kaffenberger is wonderful.
Friendly. Good at education and what she was doing and her concerns
Dr was in and out extremely quickly. Did not describe her overall impression nor did she say goodbye or give directions for follow up.
Professional and kind
Felt a little rushed.
Very good
Wonderful made me feel comfortable and cared for
Dr. Kaffenberger was incredible!
Very good - always discusses concerns and remedies. Always attentive.
All good
Dr Kaffenberger is genuinely concerned, caring, and knowledgable.
Good
New health issue identified. Questions answered on treatment.
It was the first time I seen her. She was nice. She listened to me and answered all my questions.
Always a pleasure to see Dr. Kaffenberger. I trust her judgment and feel like I always receive top-notch care.
All good
Took time with me. Understanding and thorough. One of the best drs I've seen
Dr. Kaffenberger takes the time to explain things.
Friendly, knowledgeable, diagnosed my problem immediately.
She was very thorough and explained everything she was doing and what I needed to do
I absolutely think Dr Kaffenberger is outstanding in every way
Dr K. Always comes in the room with a friendly greeting. She always seems to have my health issues a sincere concern.
Dr. Kaffenberger is so sweet. Always enjoy seeing her.
It was 5 star
Dr. Kaffenberger is professional, caring, and knowledgeable.
Normal
Dr. K has excellent demeanor and was thorough in her questions and exam. I am most confident of your work with me.
Dr. Jessica Kaffenberger, MD is an exceptionally gifted physician.Other physicians could learn from her -how to "read" non-verbal cues FROM -and how to deliver information TO patients in conversation that educates and reassures the patient.
All good
Dr Kaffenberger is Great !!!
Friendly and listened to my concerns. Understanding of my medical history and explained procedures and test she was doing. Very caring and pleasant PROFESSIONAL
Extremely thorough, asks good questions, expresses concerns, referred me to an additional specialty lymphedema clinic.
Personable and listened to my concerns.
Showed real concern for us. Explained procedures in a way that I could understand.
Dr Kaffenberger is one of my all time favorite care providers. She's so thorough, explains everything in detail and in words that make sense to a person without a medical degree. She has fantastic "bed side manner" I feel as if my sister had become a Dr and was taking care of me. That's how comfortable Dr Kaffenberger makes me feel, as if a family member is caring for me.
Very responsive to my concerns.
Super knowledgeable, very thorough and empathetic
Outstanding
Very professional and attentive. Perhaps slightly too efficient visit lasted under 10 minutes probably less than 5 minutes.
Dr. Kaffenberger is so responsive and always has the knowledge and explains it well. She is the best of the best!
Dr. Kaffenberger is a wonderful, caring doctor. I'm thankful she is my doctor.
Dr. Kaffenberger answered all my questions and addressed all my issues.
Also, caring & professional.
Great.
Dr. Kaffenberger is an excellent provider; compassionate, efficient, communicated extremely well.
Dr. Is the very best. Great interaction and discussion.
Good - but perhaps she cut a few corners by not checking skin completely; also she only did a light/incomplete spot treatment of a new keratosis area.
Dr. Kaffenburger was very kind and patient. I appreciated the information she gave me and how comfortable she made me feel during the visit.
Explanations and questions appropriate
Excellent
I was well satisfied.
Good
Took the time to listen
Dr. Kaffenberg was so professional and made me feel at ease with the procedure she would be performing.
Dr. Kaffenberger is friendly and does a great job of checking me over and treating me.
I have been seeing Dr. Kaffenberger for several years now and have always had a good experience. She is very knowledgeable and always has a quick solution for any ISSUE THAT I HAVE HAD.
Excellent.
She was very caring and explained procedure. Answered all questions and was very professional
I feel able to discuss my concerns with her more easily than some of my other doctors. She doesn't seem in a hurry. She is very knowledgeable and approachable.
Dr. Kaffenberger is the ultimate professional, very thorough, very personable, explains all aspects of treatment plan, future plans. I have the utmost respect fir her expertuse in caring for me with this condition.
Dr. J. Kaffenberger is an excellent physician. She is kind, caring & listens and explains any problems. A very special doctor!!
Always helpful. Very knowledgeable.
I am very satisfied with Dr. Kaffenberger and the nurses and staff in her office.
She has always "cared." So glad I have I have her.
Listens attentively, explains thoroughly. Excellent communicator.
Dr. Kaffenberger is awesome, knowledgeable & cares for my health.