Lisa Hickman, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
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614-293-4643
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Birth Injuries
- Vaginal Diseases
- Uterine Prolapse
- Episiotomy
- Urinary Fistula
- Urinary Stress Incontinence
Locations
- Outpatient Care New Albany
Academics and research
Department: OB/GYN
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
As a physician and reconstructive surgeon, I specialize in the care of women with pelvic floor disorders. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that serve to support the organs in the female pelvis, including the bladder, uterus and cervix, vagina and rectum. When the supports of these structures are weakened, problems can arise. These problems can have a significant impact on a both a woman’s quality of life and sense of self. I became passionate about this specialty after seeing the effect pelvic floor disorders have on women, and realizing the ability of physicians in my profession to not only treat these conditions but also help women return to the life they want to live.
Any patient who visits me will be treated with thoughtfulness, patience and compassion. Pelvic floor disorders can be overwhelming, so I take time to ensure women are educated on their condition and the options to manage it. I also believe in practicing patient-centered medicine, which places an emphasis on the specific goals and wishes of the patient when developing a care plan.
My experiences in residency and fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic solidified my desire to devote my career to academic medicine. I cared for a wide spectrum of women with diverse conditions and was trained in a variety of innovative surgical techniques and treatments for pelvic floor disorders. These experiences enable me to offer state-of-the-art-treatments and tailor a patient’s management specifically to her needs. I also learned the importance of educating tomorrow’s leaders and performing high-impact clinical research.
Working at Ohio State will allow me to get involved in training medical students as well as explore my research interests, such as pelvic floor disorders in pregnancy and the postpartum period, obstetric anal sphincter injuries and bowel control issues. My commitment to advancing the science of medicine in my field has resulted in a variety of novel research publications that inform medical and surgical decision-making in my field. Prior to medical school, I was first author on a publication in the New England Journal of Medicine on a genetic predisposition for hypothalamic amenorrhea. I have published multiple articles on pelvic floor issues that occur during and immediately after pregnancy. In my fellowship, I also completed the first prospective study on same-day discharge after minimally invasive sacrocolpopexy.
It was always my dream to come back to Ohio State as faculty after I finished my training because I fell in love with the university during medical school. The people I worked with were kind, committed to my professional and personal development, and practiced patient-centered, compassionate care. I knew this was the environment I hoped to practice in so I could give back in the same way many individuals did for me. I am so excited to be a part of the Ohio State family!
In my free time, I love spending time outdoors with my husband and three sons. We enjoy hiking, skiing and traveling. I also practice yoga, love cooking/baking and appreciate delving into a good book.
Highlights
- Established a clinic specifically for the care of women with pelvic floor disorders during and after pregnancy
- Developed the first Special Interest Group on Childbirth and Pelvic Floor Disorders through the American Urogynecologic Society; currently serve as the vice chair
- Published several articles and lectured at numerous local and national meetings about pelvic floor disorders
- Recipient, Women's Health Service and Leadership Award, Cleveland Society of Obstetricians & Gynecologists, 2020
- FAME's Mid-Career Achievement Award recipient
- Outstanding Medical Student Teaching in UPRSN Ring Award recipient
- Docs that ROC, Regional Outreach Committee Award recipient
- Patient Care Innovation Award recipient for her program S.M.A.R.T Start to Motherhood
Conditions and expertise
- Birth Injuries
- Episiotomy
- Fecal Incontinence
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Pelvic Floor Disorders
- Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
- Robotic Surgery
- Urinary Fistula
- Urinary Stress Incontinence
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Urogynecology
- Uterine Prolapse
- Vaginal Diseases
- Vulvar Diseases
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, United States
7/1/2017 - 6/20/2020 - Residency - Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, United States
7/1/2013 - 6/30/2017 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2009 - 5/30/2013
Certifications
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American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
4/21/2023 -
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology
12/10/2018
Academics and research
I am an obstetrician-gynecologist and surgeon who specializes in caring for women with pelvic floor disorders. A nationally recognized leader in pelvic floor disorders, I establish and lead the Childbirth Pelvic Floor Disorders Clinic at Ohio State. An active researcher, I've authored dozens of peer-reviewed manuscripts and presented my work nationwide, as well as serve on both national and international committees.
Research interests
- Pelvic Floor Disorders
- Recovery After Urogynecologic Surgery
- Postpartum Urinary Retention
- Physical Therapy on Pelvic Floor Outcomes After Obstetric Delivery
Research interests
- Natural history and long-term outcomes after obstetric anal sphincter injury on pelvic floor disorders
- Role of enhanced recovery after surgery in urogynecologic surgery
- Impact of patient education on pelvic floor outcomes in urogynecologic and obstetric populations
- Incidence of and risk factors for postpartum urinary retention
- Role of pelvic floor physical therapy on pelvic floor outcomes after obstetric delivery
Awards and honors
- Women’s Health Service and Leadership Award, Cleveland Society of Obstetricians & Gynecologists, 2020
- FAME’s Mid-Career Achievement Award recipient
- Outstanding Medical Student Teaching in UPRSN Ring Award recipient
- Docs that ROC, Regional Outreach Committee Award recipient
- Patient Care Innovation Award recipient for her program S.M.A.R.T Start to Motherhood
Academic information
- Department:
- OB/GYN
- Division:
- Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
More about my research
Ratings and 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.
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Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Dr. Hickman has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
She listened to me and understood my condition. She was very good at explaining what she was going to do. I really liked her!
She was excellent! Answered all my questions and listened to my concerns. An asset to your staff!
Caring. Kind professional
Very knowledgeable and cares about her patients.
Excellent, professional, mentored a female fellow.
She is excellent, friendly and professional and I look forward to seeing her.
Dr. Hickman was very informative and professional. She Explained things very well. She was very patient with me being so nervous, she made me feel confident and comfortable about choosing her. She gave me options. I would highly recommend her to my female friends.
Dr. Lisa Hickman is wonderful. She is kind, a good listener, respectful and very knowledgeable. She has helped me tremendously.
Dr Hickman Is fabulous - caring, kind, concerned, professional and so competent in the procedure she does on me. Couldn't be any better.
Very pleasant professional and informative
Very cheerful and kind !
Made me feel at total ease and comfortable
Love Lisa Hickman she is always kind and courteous and always answers. All of my questions would recommend her to a friend or family member.
Very easy to talk to. Showed concern for me and my problem.
Excellent with card and explaining
Dr. Hickman is great
Patient and professional
Awsome
Very knowledgeable, pleasant ,courteous, And took time answering all of my questions, kindly
Dr. Hickman is amazing. I trust her completely.
Dr.Hickman is a kind and compassionate doctor with a great level of integrity!!! She makes me feel seen, heard and respected!! I trust her with my life; therefore , would trust her with my family and friends!!!
Caring,Understanding,Very knowledgeable concerning my situation&Patient
I have had a problem with myself for the last two months and finally found out what was wrong
Really liked her. Easy to talk too, showed concerns to me.
I had a great experience
It was my 1st visit with Dr. Hickman. She was fabulous!
Dr. Hickman is top notch! Bubbly, friendly, and knowledgeable!
Dr. Hickman, very professional, patient and knowledgeable. My surgery was successful and I am very pleased with the outcome.'
She listened to me and carefully explained my options
DR Hickman is one of the nicest doctors I've ever met. She's patient, kind and caring
Excellent care and compassion
I've had a great experience with Dr. Hickman. She came to my appointment well-prepared, had clearly reviewed my history in advance, and really took the time to listen and address my concerns. I felt heard and supported throughout the visit. She's also been incredibly responsive to messages and follow-ups, which has made the whole process feel seamless and reassuring. I'm grateful to be under her care!
Excellent! One of the best I've ever had.
She never rushes and always makes me feel comfortable as well as heard
Dr Hickman is a phenomenal doctor. She has a fabulous bedside manner. Shows caring and concern. Explains things well. Addresses problems.Highly recommend her.She is an expert in her field. So glad I found her!
Excellent
Terrific in every way! I especially appreciate how her specialty understands how the pelvic organs work together. I really need that type of care.
Very thorough and sensitive toPatient needs
She was thorough, reassuring, knowledgeable and kind
Dr. Hickman is an excellent, caring, personable, professional, and thorough doctor. Addressed my health issues with concern and outlined a plan to address health issues I am having.
Everything great.
She talked about my history like she had studied it , she was informed
There have always been excellent care and attention from Dr Hickman.
She was very knowledgeable about her specialty and asked many questions about what I had been experiencing.
Dr. Hickman takes her time and is very understanding, one of the best doctors I have
All good.
She was excellent in her questioning, examining,and treating my health problem.
No issues.
Dr Hickman is wonderful, takes her time and very knowledgeable p.
Mega awesome
Dr. Hickman is an excellent provider and she always takes the time to address every concern that I have. She has excellent knowledge of all of my medical issues. She goes above and beyond her professional duties to show care and concern.
She was very informative and patient, answered all questions, I didn't feel rushed. It was a very nice experience.
Excellent
Never have I had a bad experience with Dr. Hickman, she is so genuine, concerned and knowledgeable.
Good listener
She is friendly and very knowledgeable while caring what you have to say and answering any questions I had. She seemed real and not phony. She allayed my fears and was a very good listener.
Outstanding doctor! The best one I've had in over 70 years.
Dr. Hickman is an outstanding doctor whom I trust. I'm grateful to have found her. She helped me with my issue and I feel that she is both thorough and easy to talk to about my health issue.
Dr hicks was very concerned about my overall health. She did not rush to finish the appt.
She is great. Takes her time and explains everything to me.
Dr. Hickman is caring, comforting and explains procedures in a way that is easy to understand.
She's the best physician I've been to see
They take time and listen and care.
Very good but not when it came to my not wanting to take medication. Put in a perception I did not want.
Excellent. Easy to talk to. Reassuring.
Took time explaining my problem and was very helpful
Overall I was well please.v
Never any bad experiences. She is always ready to go with my treatment and takes the time to listen to my concerns.
Excellent
Very friendly and caring
So grateful for Dr Hickman. She's so skilled and compassionate.
She seemed very knowledgeable about my diagnosis and treated me with utmost respect. I was feeling much less stress about my problem overall and felt I was in good hands with her as my physician.
Dr Hickman was very thorough with her explanations and exam. She had a very pleasant demeanor and addressed any concerns and questions I had.
Very nice and professional introduction. Very good at relaxing me to get through the visit and examination. She discussed potential options for treatment. She set up a follow up appointment. Overall very positive experience.
Excellent
Dr. Hickman is amazing.
Doctor and resident explained my medical condition. Doctor acknowledged my pregnancy loss and was trauma informed
Makes you feel at ease
She was very thorough and genuinely concerned with my health issues I was seeing her for.
Dr. Hickman has always been my best advocate for my health
Dr. Hickman is the best! She's personable, engaging and everything you what your doctor to be.
Made me feel comfortable
Dr. Hickman is an excellent doctor. She reviews my past history and comes in prepared to address current problems. She is very thorough and listens carefully to patient concerns.
Dr. Hickman is an AWESOME doctor. Compared to the other provider I saw in this practice, she is outstanding. Caring and kind--really wanted to help me.
Lisa Hickman is always kind and understanding. She explains things thoroughly and addresses all concerns. We need more physicians like her.
I am grateful to have a fabulous physician be cared for by Dr. Lisa Hickman, Urogynecologist.
Professional, personable
Dr. Hickman was wonderful; she had clearly read my chart, wanted to learn more about me and my health, and had confidence in the answers to all the questions I asked. I have faith that she wants to help me.
Good
Dr Hickman was at the same time open and welcoming, and unusually well-organized. I was reassured by her obvious competence, and yet she managed to make me feel comfortable enough to ask difficult questions. She answered all my questions with patience and clarity. I cannot recommend her more highly.
Explained things very well and thoroughly answered questions.
Always thoughtful snd knowledgeable
Very good
Had my EMR pulled up. Knew my history, listened to my concerns and explained possible reasons and gave instructions to improve. I was seen in a timely manner.
I am so thankful that I have Dr. Hickman on my care team. She is so thorough and truly cares about my well being. She is empathetic and listens to my concerns. I do not know how I would navigate my health concerns without her expertise!
Good. She listens to me and helps me with concerns.
Great Great Great
Very gentle exam. Listened to my concerns and explained what was happening and how to move forward.
All good
This was my 1st visit with this care provider. She was extremely polite, understanding, and answered all my questions completely.
Dr. Hickman is so wonderful. She is compassionate, respectful, and always validating of my experiences and medical concerns.
Top notch physician! Answer all my question and provide me with much information about my condition and possible what to expect.
Very compassionate. Listened to all my concerns and provided me with several options to consider.
I trust a doctor Hickman and appreciate her confidence in providing me with the care I need.
EXCELLENT. So happy to have Dr Hitchman in my life.
All very good
Great!
Dr. Hickman is simply the best I give her a 10. She spends enough time with me to let me know she understands what my problem is and lays out solutions for me so that I don't feel hopeless when I leave she's friendly and personable. I always feel well cared for.
Nothing badShe listened to me and my concerns and took time to explain things also answer all my questions. Excellent
She was very helpful and listened to what I had to say and seemed very knowledgeable about my problems .
I liked it, thank you
She was absolutely great! I wish that she was closer to where I live. She is very concerned about my welfare and very knowledgeable. She asked me about things that my regular gynecologist has never asked me. She is the best and I totally have confidence in her ans wouldn't hesitate to go back to her. I have recommended her to my friend who is currently seeing her.
Visit was great and probably one of best medical experiences I have ever had. Felt like she really cared and understood how I felt about my problem.i
Dr. Hickman is so kind and so knowledgeable.
Dr. Hickman is so kind. She explained my options and how they would interact with my overall health and didn't pressure me to make an immediate decision about surgery.
Dr. Hickman is so kind and considerate. I've gone to her for years and have recommended her to my friends.
Excellent doctor, very knowledgeable, personable. She definitely took time to explain things.
My provider was excellent. She spent more time with me than any physician I've seen recently. She was very thorough and we talked through a number of my concerns as well as a plan for treatment. I feel so much better now that I've seen her and have a plan.
I cannot express my gratitude to Dr. Hickman enough. She is very thorough and listens carefully. I've had bad experiences with male gynecologists in the past where they were highly dismissive and condescending. Dr. Hickman showed genuine concern and compassion about my symptoms and condition and even offered a sincere apology for how I was treated by other doctors in the past. She laid out a very clear path of the next steps in my treatment and I'm confident I am in good hands. Thank you, Dr. Hickman!
She was very nice and helpful
Positive
She is professional and very personable. I can be myself and relax and she demonstrates concern and compassion like no other physician I have ever dealt with. She demonstrates exceptional clinical skills and engenders confidence in her care for me
Took a lot of time to explain things and answer all my questions. Listened to my concerns
She showed concern for my problems and made me feel that she valued my feelings. She spent a lot of time with me.
Very good
Excellent experience! My provider also read my medical record and listened to me.
Very friendly, helpful, concerned about my well being. Listened and discussed what is best for me
Dr. Hickman called me twice to report the results of lab tests, knowing that awaiting a possible cancer diagnosis was very important to me.
Care provider was excellent
Very knowledgeable and helpful. I'm so pleased to have her be my doctor.
The Dr was very nice, too, & I really liked her!
Dr. Hickman is a wonderful doctor. She is caring and sincere.
Most knowledgeable and caring
Visit seemed somewhat rushed, I repeated some concerns and was only given vague answers and offered a procedure without explanation as to how exactly it was going to help my problem just that it may.
Excellent in every way.
Dr Hickman is the best. I couldn't be any happier with her. She answered all my questions and made sure I understood everything. She took her time with me and was kind and reassuring about any procedure I was going to have. I have recommended her highly to friends and my son who is a doctor as well for his patients. Very impressed with Ohio State and this exceptional doctors and staff.
Very friendly. Listened carefully to me. Explained my options well. Physically showed me what we were discussing.