About Me
As an anesthesiologist and pain medicine physician here at Ohio State, I specialize in anesthesiology, pain medicine and neuromodulation. I’m also credentialed in acupuncture.
I strongly believe in patient education. My approach to patient care involves educating each of my patients so that we’re able to work together to create individualized care plans. I take the time to help them understand the risks and benefits of treatments, possible interventions and medication management. I like to make sure my patients know all of their treatment options, ranging from the most conservative to more invasive.
I’m passionate about my career mainly because pain has the potential to cause so much disability. I work with patients to help them through this process in order for them to achieve the fullest life possible.
My favorite part about working at Ohio State is the amazing staff and team of physicians. We all share the same goal of providing the best comprehensive care to our patients.
When I’m not working, I like to spend time with my family and enjoying the outdoors.
Highlights
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2018, 2019
- Member, North American Neuromodulation Society
- Member, International Association for the Study of Pain
- Member, American Society of Anesthesiologists
- Member, American Academy of Pain Medicine
- Member, Pharmacy and Therapeutics Executive Committee at Ohio State
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Spinal Diseases
- Pain Management
- Chronic Pain
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, OH
8/27/2001 - 5/13/2006
Internship
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
6/1/2006 - 6/30/2007
Residency
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2010
Fellowship
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
7/1/2014 - 8/31/2015
Board Certifications
American Board of Anesthesiology
4/15/2011
American Board of Anesthesiology/Pain Management
9/19/2015
Academic Information
My Department
Anesthesiology
My Division
Anesthesiology
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.
144 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 09/29/2023, Dr. Tornero-Bold has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Dr. Tornero-Bold is the best! I have recommended her to many, Many, MANY of my friends and family. She takes time with her patients. You never feel like you are being rushed through. She makes sure you are at ease with her and that all of your questions are answered before you leave your appointment. She makes you feel like you are the only patient she has to see all day, and doesn't make you feel rushed out of there.
Dr Bold is one of the best doctors I have ever had, she is top notch, if she left OSU I would follow her.
Dr Bold is extremely compassionate. She listens and develops a long term plan for my chronic pain, always trying to help improve my quality of life.
I love Dr.Bold. Extremely good listener and evaluator. Been with her many years!
Best Dr OSU has.
Extremely kind, caring and excellent at providing information. Called the same evening to ask how I was feeling.
She is a great and caring doctor. I am very happy with her concern for my problem. I would recommend her to anyone.
Goodnogh
Dr. Melissa Bold is by far the best doctorI have ever had as I have a lot of health issues and specialists and she listens to me, takes me seriously, and then puts in effort to find a solution for me. She has changed my life in helping me get diagnosed.
Patient and listened to me
I love Dr. Bold. She is so caring and positive. Great bedside manner. She didn't make you feel rushed.
Dr Bold was very kind, thoughtful informed, Smart!
Wonderful caring provider. Very up to date about my health
Dr. Bold is amazingShe asks the right questions and responds appropriately I would never trust anyone else to complete a spinal procedure on me except herShe is exceptional!
I have never had a bad experience with Dr. Bold! She goes above and beyond for all her patients, including me.
Provider is very caring and takes time with me. Works hard to help me with whatever problem I am having.
Dr. Tornero-Bold is the best doctor anyone could hope for. She goes above and beyond. She's brilliant and quick. She's kind and warm. Professional and skilled. I truly think this human being is an angel.
Dr. Michelle T-Bold was Amazing! She knows her Expertise, extremely through and explaining all that I needed to know, and do. Did some Routine tests on me, I asked her many questions and she provided the answers for me. Told me what the next steps would be towards helping me improve the quality of my Spine. She walked with me to show me where to check in to get my X-rays done, next get scheduled for Physical Therapy and a later date for an MRI. She truly Cares about her Patients, taking enough time to get to know her patients with Respect and Dignity! I would refer anyone I know to Dr. Michelle T- Bold. I learned so much that day about my Spine and I couldn't Thank her Enough!
My provider is caring, knowledgeable and supportive in providing me with the best care possible.
Dr Bold was caring and compassionate yet professional.
Nothing bad. She was great.
Absolutely love Dr. Bold. She spends an amazing amount of time catching up on all my history from the last time I saw her. She asks many questions to be fully aware of everything that is happening. She does not rush. She apologizes for being behind but always says she spends plenty of time with each patient and I love that!! I don't mind the wait. I appreciate Dr. Bold wanting to know all my background and history that has happened. Dr. Bold was on vacation and still had her laptop and was responding to patients. She replied to my request for refills and wrote me a message. She was out of the country!! Dr. Bold goes above and beyond for her patients.
Dr. Bold cares deeply for her patients!
Caring and informative. She scheduled a procedure very quickly.
My favorite doctor. She cares for her patients
She is very thorough & caring.
Dr. Bold, is very nice, she answers any questions about visit or not.
Dr. Bold is the most compassionate and caring doctor I've ever had. She has followed up each/every time I've had a procedure, she goes above and beyond to care for her patients!
Dr. Bold really cares and is concerned for her patients - she always gives whatever time is needed.
No bad experiences & with good results!! Thank you - Dr. Bold.
Dr. Bold is a wonderful doctor. She has always gone out of her way to help me with my shoulder pains.
Dr. Bold is an outstanding physician She is very thorough and respectful I trust her 100% I would never let anyone else deal with my spinal issues
Loved her
All excellent
She took the needed time to talk to me to prepare me for my procedure and offered a second procedure as part of my treatment
Dr Bold was very willing to explain everything and not rush through. Every question answered
Dr. T. Bold is the best pain specialist I have ever met. She has the best personality, knowledge & skills. The way she handled my chronic, severe neck pain, I was able to completely stopped pain medication (Tramadol 50 mg. 2 a day) which I've been taking for about 20 years every day. I decided to stop pain medication since I don't have any more that severe neck pain and I did it stop to take permanently without causing me anymore severe pain. My buddy who was my PCP was surprised and told me that I thought you will remain on it forever since you have had arthritis.
Dr. Bold asks the right ?'s and discusses concerns well. I consider her to be an extremely good dr.!
I have complex medical problems. Dr. Bold was prepared for my visit. She knew my history. She explored my symptoms and probed what may be causing my pain. As a result I felt confident in her diagnosis - she is caring and exceptionally talented.
Dr Tonero-Bold did a great job and explained everything that was going to happen during the procedure and afterwards afterwards.
Very respectful
Listens well, gives me options, great explanations
Dr Bold is a wonderful, caring, kind, compassionate doctor who really cares about your health. She listens and tries to help come up with a solution that will relief your condition. She gives you her full attention and never makes you feel rushed or like you have to hurry. She truly cares!!
I have had nothing but great experiences being a patient of Dr. Bold's and feel so fortunate to have her as my provider.
Love Dr. Bold - She is an amazing dr. Very professional very personal, can tell she definitely loves and cares about her pts.
Dr. Bold always takes the time to address every concern and is willing to do whatever to make sure you're taken care of.
Very good doctor, one of the best I've known in my 68 years!
She is the best
Dr Bold is WONDERFUL, I just referred 3 of my friends to her.
I have always had a positive experience with Dr. Bold. It seemed we had a regimented time and Dr. Bold seemed to watch her time more than usual.
All experiences have been good.
Excellent providers - really cares about patient.
Outstanding physician! Finally found a doctor who is an extremely brilliant provider skilled in my condition.
Dr, Bold has been my physician for a number of years and I trust her with my care implicitly. She takes the time to explain everything to me, answers any and all of my questions in ways I can understand, and goes out of her way to make sure I am comfortable with any direction we take when it comes to my care. I could not have chosen a better doctor for my specialized needs!
Excellent, always on top of things!
Dr. Bold is a very caring doctor I wish I would have found he sooner.
I believe Dr. Bold is one of the most caring, exceptional, knowledgeable physicians I have ever met.
I came away from my appointment with Dr. Tornero-Bold extremely pleased. She had already taken a deep-dive into my medical history before the visit and proceeded to listen to me as I explained my health concerns. She took the time to listen and seemed genuinely interested in helping me. We were able to come up with and start a treatment plan. I'm excited to continue working with Dr. Tornero-Bold.
Excellent understanding of my chronic. Lumbar pain - Demonstrates consistent concern & care. Excellent preparation.
Everyone was very proactive, friendly, and helpful/responsive to my questions.
Dr. Bold always is concerned about how I feeling and tries to make sure that she can help me to feel better.
Loved her! She's awesome!
I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Tornero-Bold! I have seen hundreds of doctors due to my injuries, and Dr. Tornero-Bold is truly the best of them all. She is so very kind and sincerely cares about me. Her extensive knowledgeable has literally saved my life from the severe migraines that were robbing me of an existence. She was able to succeed while so many others failed. I am truly blessed to have her as my doctor and wish that others would emulate her.
Dr. Tornero-Bold was professional friendly and thorough.
Dr. Bold goes beyond expectations for care & service. One of the best out there.
Physician was attentive, polite, and appeared concerned about my medical needs. She seemed knowledgeable and experienced regarding my specific medical situation.
If I could score her better than a 10, I would. I respect her opinion over anyone concerning my health and I have never had another Dr that pays so much attention to detail.
Dr. Bold is always thorough and spends adequate time with all of her patients.
Excellent wonderful Dr.
Dr. Bold was very professional she asked me questions, and physical exams to see the cause of my back pain. She ordered X-ray & therapy.
Dr Bold was an active listener as always, she is genuinely interested in my overall well being
The absolute best! Dr. Tornero-Bold is the most caring. Professional, and helpful doctor I've had. I truly wish all of my doctors were even a fraction as good as she is. The best doctor hands down!
Dr. Tornero-Bold is my favorite doctor! She listens to me & explains things in a very easy to understand way.