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
- Anxiety
- Preventive Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Family Practice
- Osteoarthritis
- Depression
- Contraception
- Women's Health
- Colposcopy
- Hypertension
- Disease Management
- Arthritis
- Primary Care
Locations Where I Practice
920 North Hamilton Road
Gahanna, OH 43230
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
Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV
MD
9/1/1988 - 5/31/1994
Internship
Marshall University Medical Center, Huntington, WV
7/1/1994 - 6/30/1995
Residency
Marshall University Medical Center, Huntington, WV
7/1/1995 - 6/30/1997
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine
7/11/1997
Academic Information
My Department
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.
647 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Clearly
4.9 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
4.8 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.8 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. Petri-Pickstone has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Best Doctor around. Have been going to Dr. Petri for years and she is amazing.
Dr. Benita has "always" shown a genuine concern for my well being.
Dr. Petri has always been an exceptional caregiver. I would trust her with any problem. She always has a solution for my concern.
I love Dr. Petri with all my heart and soul because she cares, and is a excellent listener!
Dr. Petri-Pickstone is the BEST! She has been my Dr for over 25 years. She always makes sure I am taken care of. She listens and always respects my concerns and opinions.
Dr. Petri sees my entire immediate family and seems to care about all of us on a personal level.
Benita Petri is my the best Dr I've visited in the past 25 years. she has been my primary care physician for over 10 yrs and I would not visit anyone else so long as she is practicing
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professional, shows concern about my well-being. builds rapport
I love Dr. Petri, she has helpEd me and my family. I have sent my wife, daughter and son to her. Great doctor, caring and making sure I have what need for prescriptions. You can tell Dr Petri loves what does, it shows in the care she provides.