Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Neurology
- Migraine Disorders
- Post-Traumatic Headache
- Ophthalmoplegic Migraine
- Vascular Headaches
- Headache Disorders
- Headache Disorders, Secondary
- Migraine without Aura
- Tension-Type Headache
- Cluster Headache
- Paroxysmal Hemicrania
- Post-Dural Puncture Headache
- Headache Disorders, Primary
- Migraine with Aura
- Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalalgias
- SUNCT Syndrome
Locations Where I Practice
920 North Hamilton Road
Gahanna, OH 43230
543 Taylor Avenue
Columbus, OH 43203
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location. Please call the “Schedule an appointment” number shown above for scheduling assistance.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Medical College of Ohio at Toledo, Toledo, OH
MD
1/1/1979 - 6/3/1982
Internship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/1982 - 6/30/1983
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
1/1/1983 - 1/1/1985
Board Certifications
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Subspecialty: Neurology)
11/30/1987
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Subspecialty: Clinical Neurophysiology)
4/13/1999
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology (Subspecialty: Clinical Neurophysiology)
4/14/2099
Academic Information
My Department
Neurology
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.
39 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.6 out of 5
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Explains Things Clearly
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.8 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.4 out of 5
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Shows Respect
5 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 11/21/2019, Dr. Pakalnis has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Ann spent a lot of time on my appointment which made me feel very valued & hopeful that she will be able to help me. She listened intently and never made me feel rushed.
Dr. came in the room very abrupt! Very harsh in talking to me. Right away said she did not treat neck pain, I knew that. I was there because I have chronic migraines. I have suffered with these for a year!
She didn't talk to me the whole time, talked to my friend that I brought with me. Asked to preform several procedures, but there was a few she didn't even look up to see if I completed it or not. When she was checking my lungs the stethoscope only touched my back once and she asked me to take three deep breaths. I was more confused and frustrated then before my appointment. I don't live in Columbus so I drove over a hour to be treated like nothing. if this was anything else like a restaurant etc... I would ask for my money back. because the service was poor. Still am I want my money back. I will definitely tell people not to go her.
Very good! Showed concern and care. she listened and explained any questions I had.
Dr. Pakalnis was extremely empathetic and knowledgeable. I didn't expect to walk away with such a novel treatment.
My provider was knowledgeable regarding my medical history & offered suggestions in keeping with my lifestyle preferences. She was personable, professional, & caring.
I love Dr. Pakalnis. She is an excellent care provider who is well-educated in her specialty. She also knows how to listen to patients as they ask questions or raise concerns. She takes the time to give explanations. She also listens to patient feedback about medications, and how well they are or aren't working. All key elements for a good physician!! She gets five stars in my book.
As always, Dr. Pakalnis is amazing, she is a wonderful dr. and I am so happy I am able to see her. She also had Dr. Pierce (a resident) with her and he too was fantastic!
The dr. is a lovely caring woman and didn't seemed rushed or... at the things I had to say. She had a lot of questions and I was glad, because I forgot to ask, so many.
Dr. Pakalnis has been an amazing physician (neurologist) for me over the years. She has gone above & beyond in caring for me with my migraine history, especially when trying to deal with my insurance coverage for Aimovig injections.