Benita Petri-Pickstone, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Primary Care - Family Medicine
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614-293-2614Conditions and expertise
- Primary Care
- Arthritis
- Colposcopy
- Disease Management
- Women's Health
- Contraception
Locations
- Primary Care in Outpatient Care Gahanna
Academics and research
Department: Family Medicine
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
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
Conditions and expertise
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Colposcopy
- Contraception
- Depression
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Disease Management
- Family Practice
- High Blood Pressure
- Osteoarthritis
- Pediatrics
- Preventive Medicine
- Primary Care
- Women's Health
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Residency - Family Medicine
- Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, United States
7/1/1995 - 6/30/1997 - Internship - Family Medicine
- Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, United States
7/1/1994 - 6/30/1995 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, United States
9/1/1988 - 5/31/1994
Certification
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American Board of Family Medicine
7/11/1997
Academics and research
I came to OSU because my husband was a resident at Harding in the Department of Psychiatry. We intended to be here for three years and then move back to my hometown which is Wheeling, WV. However, we fell in love with Columbus and OSU and twenty years and two kids later, we are still here and happy. I have always practiced in the Gahanna location and am proud to be part of Outpatient Care Gahanna. I was the lead physician here for ten years and helped to plan the layout of our current office. I was the director of the Mentorship Program in the past. I received the Excellence in Teaching Award from Family Medicine in 2010.
Research interests
- Medical Education
- Women's Health
- Diabetes
- Mental Health
- Preventive Medicine
Awards and Honors
- Unsung Hero award
- Outstanding Teaching award
- Preceptor All-Star award
Professional Membership
- AAFP
- OAFP
Academic information
- Department:
- Family Medicine
- Division:
- Family Medicine
More about my research
Ratings and reviews
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Patient Comments
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 11/3/2025, Benita Petri-Pickstone has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Nothing bad, good experience
All great
Dr. Petri is the best. Have known her for 26+ years. Wouldn't keep coming and having family see her if she wasn't the best there is!
Dr Petri has been my primary HCP for 15+ years and I have been extremely pleased with her care for as long.
She's amazing
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Excellent
Dr. Petri went over all my meds to see what I was still taking. She always listens and explains things very good.
The best
No bad experience with Dr. Petri. I've gone to her for 30 years. I trust her.
Dr. Petri is amazing. Always spends as much time as needed to talk and take care of me
The BEST Doctor on the planet Earth! I absolutely love her, because she cares!!!
Hadn't seen her in almost 3 years. She was thoroughl.
Dr. Petri was very compassionate and professional about my medical issue.
Dr petri-pickstone always takes time to listen and provides good feedback regarding health issues.
Wonderful as always. Not just medically but emotionally supportive.
Makes sure you get all your questions answered and gives you time to think of question you may have forgotten momentarily.
Dr. Petri is very nice.
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Dr. Petrie is the BEST.SHe listens.She always makes you feel that you are the most Important patient.No