About Me
As a family medicine physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I specialize in disease management, preventive medicine, pediatrics, gynecology, contraception education and women’s health. I treat patients with a myriad of conditions including anxiety, depression, hypertension, diabetes, arthritis and osteoarthritis. I also provide joint injections, mole removal, pap smears and endometrial biopsies, along with other minor procedures.
I have always wanted to work in family medicine and am happy to have found my calling in life. I love my job and my patients; it’s a privilege to take care of patients and their families. I enjoy taking care of the entire patient, not just treating symptoms, and providing as much preventative care as possible. I’m very interested in how family dynamics can affect a person’s health.
My favorite part about working at Ohio State is the wealth of resources available, including a wide range of specialists for my patients. Additionally, The Department of Family and Community Medicine provides great support for my professional goals. I also enjoy helping medical students throughout the process of medical school, especially nontraditional students.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and cooking.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016, 2017
- Unsung Hero Award, Department of Family and Community Medicine, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
- Outstanding Teaching Award, Department of Family and Community Medicine, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 2010
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Hypertension
- Anxiety
- Preventive Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Family Practice
- Osteoarthritis
- Depression
- Contraception
- Women's Health
- Disease Management
- Colposcopy
- Arthritis
- Primary Care
Locations Where I Practice
920 N. Hamilton Road
Gahanna, OH 43230
614-366-0375
in Outpatient Care Gahanna
920 N. Hamilton Road
Suite 300
Gahanna, OH 43230
614-293-2614
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV
9/1/1988 - 5/31/1994
Internship
Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV
7/1/1994 - 6/30/1995
Residency
Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV
7/1/1995 - 6/30/1997
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine
7/11/1997
Academic Information
My Department
Family Medicine
My Division
Family Medicine
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.
306 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
4.8 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. Petri-Pickstone has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Dr Petri is caring, kind and very attentive and informative.
Excellent care and no bad experiences
Dr. Petri always takes the time to make sure all my questions have been answered.
Nice
She was amazing as usual
Always like seeing my doctor
She really understood my problem and calmed me when I felt nervous
She didn't give me a complete physical exam such as checking my heart, ears, nose, and throat as well as abdomen area. She reviewed my medical history and medication list with me. Then rushed me to get the bloodwork done before they closed the lab. I am not happy with this. Granted she was behind on schedule with her patients. It appeared I was her last patient in late afternoon which the office closed at 5 pm.
Always amazing and wanted to do all she could to help me. She's looking for reasons, not just trying to cover up the symptoms.
Very attentive and respectful
Always listens to my concerns and prescribes a course of action
Great experience, easy to talk to Dr Petri
Benita is the BEST! Caring, knowledgeable, friendly, takes all the time necessary to explain and/or listen
I felt rushed. I felt like the problem I came in for wasn't really examined. I was given a referral
Very professional and personable
Always a concern shown. She and staff are aware of medical history.
Perfect
Dr. Petri-Pickstone is the best family practice doctor that I've EVER had in my life. Her vigilance and expertise discovered my 2 cancers in their early stages. She knows me better than I know myself.
Knows my health problems, show concern about how to help me.
Very professional, courteous, and attentive
Provider was friendly, thorough, and made me feel like she wasn't rushed.
She is always great with me. We've lost a grandchild and our son in the last 2 years. And Dr. Petrie has helped tremendously!
Always provides good information and shows concern for my health and well being.
Postive experience
Dr. Petri was kind, compassionate, asked a lot to questions, and really listened. She evaluated the illness and ordered testing. I highly recommend her.
I have been seeing her over 20 years. She is smart and kind and allows me insert my opinions
Excellent doctor. She's always available when needed.
I really like seeing Dr. Petri. She is always in a good mood and listens to my concerns
Dr Petri has always been an amazing doctor. Very caring and genuine and always listens to my concerns.
Dr. Petri is always attentive and thorough.
Friendly and understanding.
Very knowledgeable and showed concern for my condition.
I felt that Dr. Petri-Pickstone was an excellent listener, took my concerns seriously, and responded appropriately.
She always listens and is helpful in all my needs. I don't mind waiting a little longer, this means not only am I getting her full attention that the people before me have gotten her full attention and help as well
First visit and she took the time to do it right even though I'm certain it put her behind
All good experiences. Dr Petri-Pickstone is an excellent doctor.
She is the best
Rather new patient, have only seen this provider maybe 3x in 3 years. Feel blessed that I was matched up to have her as my PCP.
Thr very best.
Excellent
Very good
DR Petri went above and beyond working me in for continuing belly pain after a 6hr visit to the ER 3 days before
Health provider wasn't really concerned about my needs.
Good
Always kind and caring! Had med student with her- great learning experience as I am a questioning patient.
Not really bad. Physician had a family emergency, and was trying to see her patients in the exam rooms as quickly as possible. Normally , she spends as much time with me as I need.
The absolute BEST. Because she genuinely cares!!!
Provider is never rushed during appointment. Very attentive
Dr Petri may be late for her appointments but I would never fault her for this because she will take as much time as her patient needs.
Doctor always listens to my concerns and addresses the problem I am there. She always ask if there are any other problems. Makes sure I understand the prescriptions I need to take and how often before I leave.
Dr Petri has become a trusted medical professional provider for me , I value her opinions and medical advice, it's why I use her and OSU.
She was professional, friendly, and is a good listener. She answered all my questions.
Very curing and explain to let you know everything is going on
Dr Petrie listened carefully to my concerns, had reviewed my chart and recalled me from prior contact with me (even though it was a long time since our last encounter.).
Dr Petri's great. She will determine the right treatment for your health condition(s). You will leave feeling like you've had the best care.
The Best, Always.
Listen to my question
Spoke on my over all health, and what to do to get to optimal health.
Nothing was resolved with my issues I feel like it was a waste of my time the NP before her was scary when I told her the problems I was having she asked my which one did I want I wanted to address? Which I said all of them that's why I'm here
Dr. Petri-Pickstone is always very kind and spends the necessary time to listen to my concerns. She never rushes me through any appointment.
Good
Dr. Petri is a very caring physician. She is very thorough and makes you feel like she really cares about you.
In 25 years that I have been coming here I have never had a problem with my care provider. I love 85 Mile Miles from the office and I still drive that distance just to see Dr. Petrie.
The doctor had been sick herself and came in on her scheduled day off in order to be able to take care of patients. I thought that was a commendable sacrifice! She was very kind and helpful.
I've been going to Dr Petri for many years and she is always friendly and helpful.
She is an excellent provider. She listens well and is very caring.
Dr. Petri is an excellent provider. Always caring and kind and listens.
She is awesome
Dr. Petri-Pickstone has always supported me with my healthcare needs. I would never see anyone else.
I'm very grateful for my PCP. She is very professional , but yet very personable. I have confidence in her !
Dr. Petri is a fabulous provider. She always has my medical history available and connects the dots to improve my health.
Make sure you understand. Calming spirit. Makes you feel comfortable.
Dr Petri-Pickstone is truly the best PCP I have had in the OSU system. What makes Dr Petri-Pickstone stand out from the rest? she actually listens to your questions and concerns. She asks the proper questions to help get to the best possible solutions in regards to your healthcare.
She is great.
Great visit! Always listens to concerns.
Also first time I have met Dr Petri and she was also very courtesous and helpful and caring
Dr. Petri took time with me, listened, to me, and came up with an approach. She, had an student with her was very compassionate.
She was pleasant and was certain to make sure she understood the issues that I was describing. She took an immediate stance in requesting an x-ray and then consulting with me regarding the results of the x-ray. She made a referral to a specialist based upon the results and was a strong advocate to get me in as soon as possible with a subsequent specialist. She took the time needed to ensure there was a thorough plan in place for me.
Listens well
She was concerned, interested and
Respectful, concerned, caring, compassionate
DR Petri is always helpful, caring, and takes care of me.
My experience with my care provider was pleasant and as always and informative.
Dr. Petri is the most kind, caring dr. I have ever had, she listens to me and is genuinely concerned about my health & well being.
Dr. Petrie is the best!
Dr. Petri-Pickstone is among the best physicians I have ever had. She cares about me as a patient and a person. Like her medical assistants, I have only had great experiences with her.
Always pleasant and always listens to what I have to say
This visit with Dr. Petri-Pickstone was fantastic. She has been my PCP for 25+ years and seen me through A LOT. I appreciate her positivity and support as I begin a new chapter in my life!
My care provider excellent and takes time with patients.
Very professional
All good.
Dr. Petri-Pickstone is the best. She is very caring but direct when it comes to telling you what you need to do to improve your health.
Have never had a bad doctor visit.
She did not ask me questions an did not respond to my comments. I related that I was having some problems w/ my son an she did not respond. She also took a personal phone call while u was in the office.
Dr. Petri is the best physician I've ever seen regularly for my healthcare. She's patient, thorough, understanding, personable, caring and very honest. There are at least 8 of my family members that are under her care. She's awesome!
She is the best!
Dr. Petri is the best family doctor anyone could have. She is everything that a patient hopes for when seeing their primary care physician. She is an excellent physician.
I've had Dr. Petri-Pickstone as my family doctor for many years. I always have good experiences with her and her staff.
Excellent doctor
Dr. Petri is the best!!
Listened to all my concerns and asked if there was anything else!
Dr. Petri is always engaged with the health p0robelm I am presenting with. She explains health diagnosis, and treatment options well, I feel that she is an exceptional practitioner.
Dr Petri is great. She understands my particular situation and treats me accordingly. She has been my doctor for several years and I have no thoughts of changing.
Always listens to concerns and she always explains her evaluation.
She was super thorough, probably more than any other doctor I have seen, Dr. Petri-Pickstone really cares & is very knowledgeable. I appreciate her very much in her care for me & my wife.
Dr. Petri is the BEST THERE IS! She listens, explains & cares.
It was good.
She's the best. Always listens and addresses my concerns, makes appropriate referrals. Has been my primary health care provider for over 20 yrs.
I've seen Dr. Petri for over 20 years. She's a gem!
Dr. Petri is so kind and really cares about me.
Dr. Petri and her staff in Gahanna have always been friendly and excellent in providing care to me.
Dr. Petri was very dismissive and didn't listen to what I was saying. She had already decided what was wrong before she saw me and wouldn't listen to anything I had to say.
No issues or problems.
Good
Dr. Petri always spends as much time as possible with me, asking me about my family, my issues and overall is amazing!
I have been a patient of Dr. Petri for 20+ years. She is familiar with my history and is always excellent answering any questions I have
Neutral.
Dr. Petri always spends the time needed to address issues. She always gives the impression she is fully present for me and my concerns.
Dr. Petrie-Pickstone is always ready to listen without judgement or interruption which is very respectful of me and my time.
She's amazing and always takes good care of me.
I absolutely love Dr. Petri. She is very caring and attentive whenever I talk with her either in the office or through MyChart. She has given me excellent care for 20 years.
Awesome.
Very attentive, caring & kind.
Good
Dr. Petri is always caring and compassionate! She's attentive to my needs and does everything possible to provide outstanding care
Dr. Petri is very caring and concerned and always listens.
Dr. Petri is always helpful, kind and thoughtful every time I see her or text her! She's the best doctor I've ever had.
She has been my primary care provider for > 20 yrs. Remembers my history, asks good open-ended questions and gives me plenty of time & attention.
Dr. Petri always handles my app't. w/utmost professionalism & concern for my mental health & physical health.
Good
Dr. Petri has always been wonderful.
Dr. Petri is the best! She has been very concerned about me for years and takes good care of me and follows my meds!
1st time I saw her I liked her
Dr. Petri-Pickstone is great. Great care always attentive.
Very thorough.
She is compassionate, an excellent communicator and all around excellent dr. I am privileged to have Dr. Petri-Pickstone as my primary care dr.
Very good experience.
Dr. Petri is the BEST! She sees both my husband & myself - We are very happy with our care.
Notified about a concern at about 10:30 AM, call at 11:00 for an appt at 1:00 that day! Can't tap that for caring and concern.
Dr. Petri is the best provider I have ever had. She always listens to me and cares about me and my health.