John Loftus, MD
Physician, Assistant Professor
Trauma Surgery, Surgical Critical Care
Make an appointment
614-293-2101
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Robotic Surgery
- Burns
- Plastic Surgery
Locations
- Trauma Surgery
- Burn Care
Academic information
Department: Surgery
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I am a board-certified trauma and critical care surgeon at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in trauma surgery, surgical critical care, and burn care, treating patients with complex injuries and critical illnesses. My patients can rely on me for high quality, compassionate care and honest communication in every encounter.
I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of skilled experts to ensure each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs and values. In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I am passionate about educating and mentoring the next generation of providers.
I am a clinical assistant professor of Surgery at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Conditions and expertise
- Burns
- Plastic Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Surgical Critical Care
- University of Texas Medical Branch-Galveston, Galveston, TX, United States
8/1/2021 - 7/31/2022 - Residency - Surgery (General Surgery)
- University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, United States
7/1/2016 - 6/30/2021 - Internship - Surgery (General Surgery)
- University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX, United States
7/1/2015 - 6/30/2016 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine, Kansas City, MO
6/1/2011 - 5/29/2015
Certifications
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American College of Surgeons
11/3/2023 -
American Board of Surgery
10/16/2023 -
American Heart Association National Center
7/15/2022
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 11/3/2025, Dr. Loftus has reported no relationships with companies or entities.