About Me
As a dermatologist at The Ohio State University, I specialize in hospital dermatology and work with individuals who have complex medical diseases, drug and allergic reactions, and autoimmune skin diseases. I am interested in diseases like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, drug and allergy hypersensitivity syndromes, pyoderma gangrenosum and ulcerating skin conditions, vasculitis and hidradenitis suppurativa.
I take the time to talk with my patients about their conditions. I help them to understand all aspects of their diagnosis, answer any questions they may have and help them find the most cost-effective treatment option possible.
In addition to my clinical work, I am a member of the Translational Therapeutics Program at the OSUCCC – James, where my research focuses on the early identification, description and treatment of novel cutaneous toxicities from targeted anticancer therapies. I am also interested in studying cutaneous graft-versus-host disease, teledermatology and automated assessments, and biobanking cancer and non-cancer skin tissue.
My work has been published in top dermatology, peer-reviewed journals, and I am the dermatology representative to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network for immune-related adverse events.
I like the collegial and world-class atmosphere that Ohio State offers. I also enjoy the challenge of treating rare and difficult diseases.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my wife and children, especially in the outdoors.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019
- Mikhail Novikov Faculty of the Year Award, Department of Family Medicine, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 2015
- Dermatology Foundation Career Development Award, 2018
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- My research interests include drug hypersensitivity syndromes, autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases, and conducting clinical trials to develop new therapeutics
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Graft vs Host Disease
- Lupus Erythematosus, Cutaneous
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Skin Care
- Vasculitis
- Skin Cancers
- Dermatomyositis
- Skin Diseases
- Dermatitis, Atopic
- Pyoderma Gangrenosum
Locations Where I Practice
1328 Dublin Road
Suite 100
Columbus, OH 43215
614-293-1707
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
8/9/2006 - 6/13/2010
Internship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
6/17/2010 - 6/30/2011
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2011 - 6/30/2014
Board Certification
American Board of Dermatology
7/24/2014
Academic Information
My Department
Dermatology
My Division
Dermatology
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.
436 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 09/30/2024, Dr. Kaffenberger has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Eli Lilly and Company
- Novartis
- Novocure
- Biogen
- American Academy of Dermatology
- Elsevier Publishing
- ADC Therapeutics
Very patient, kind and caring!
An Excellent physician. He had full knowledge of my medical situation. He discussed alternatives with me, and has always been very supportive and genuinely interested in me and helping me. I have the highest regard for, and confidence in, Dr. Kaffenberger.
Discussed options, chose course of action and did it. Great
He was great to explain good and bad issues and what to do.
Always a very pleasant visit.Always enjoy the appointment.
All good
Dr Kaffenbarger is terrific remembered issues from the past, asked about them, asked about current questions or concerns and gives very straightforward answers. This would be good to do and you probably don't want to do that. Very very helpful.Always asks about my family and outside of medical visit "life". Very positive yet honest in what he thinks is possible to achieve. (As an outcome. Grounded and realistic. This is also very helpful!)
Excellent
I can't describe how much I love Dr. Kaffenberger.
Very easy to talk to. Good listener.Very encouraging and friendly. So glad I had the appointment!
Very thorough and personable
Very good customer and medical service was provided.
Listened to my concerns
All good G
It feels like he always takes his time.
Very efficient thoughtful and asked me if I had any concerns
Good
Dr. Kaffenberg is great. During the visit, he checked out a growth that turned out to be a benign cyst. He removed it during the regularly scheduled checkup. The cyst was big enough to require two stitches, but I was amazed at how easy the procedure was. I expected to have some pain or discomfort once the lidocaine wore off, but there was absolutely none.
The doctor listened to my health concerns and then discussed them in a way I could understand. He is very knowledgeable. He shows empathy. I appreciate his healthcare.
I wish Dr. K could be my provider for every system. He is one of the most kind and respectful providers I have had over the years, and I have 100% confidence in his care and expertise.
Always willing to listens and tries to provide the best care
Very attentive
He is very through in his exam
Knowledgeable; answered questions directly, gave me opportunity to be a part of decisions concerning my health
This doctor was excellent in every way.
Dr. Kaffenberger- excellent bedside manner, great surgical skills. Followed up with me and listened to my concerns. I would recommend him to all my friends and family.
Dr. Kaffenberger is one of the best doctors I have ever had-ever. His interest, knowledge, compassion, professionalism, and skill is evident in each and every encounter - from in-person surgical excisions to My Chart responses. He is truly an exceptional partner provider in my care. He is a stand-out in OSU physicians.
All good
Dr. Kaffenberger always asks about us personally and remembers things from our previous visits. Was up to date on my husband's recent medical issues.
Excellent. Patient, listens, allows the me for questions and feedback. Will return.
Dr Kaffenberger is always very caring, respectful, and attentive.
He is the best provider I have ever seen. I have seen countless doctors and no one would push to find what is wrong. He did until he figured it out. Very smart, thoughtful and caring. He is amazing
Excellent care!
Nothing bad, all good.
Very kind, very good at allowing the patient to speak on health issues and explain things of much concern and what dioes and doesn't seem to be working with trail and error, soft spoken, not in a hurry to get appt done, explains current treatment plan and other treatments too
So very kind, respectful, and discreet
Dr. Kaffenberger is very conscientious and knowledgeable. He is an excellent diagnostician. I appreciate his diligence in following a potential problem situation and taking the necessary steps to obtain the needed care. I highly recommend him.
Did not rush
Dr B. Kaffenberger is an excellent, caring dermatologist. He always listens carefully, is caring, kind & understanding.
Best provider for my situation. The very best!
He explained everything well, gave a variety of options
Allgood
He's always kind and respectful. Probably the best caregiver I have ever had.
As always Dr Kaffenberger was very thorough.
Working toward goal for daughter
Outstanding
Always explains everything I have a question about
Always have a good experience at appointment. Have total confidence in Dr. Kaffenberger.
I have been in Dr. Kaffenberger's care for around 5 years now for my autoimmune disorder. I don't believe that I would have gotten better care from Dr.K and his staff ANYWHERE else. He has knowledge and expertise in my disorder - I routinely have to explain to other medical professionals about my condition, as it is rather rare. But Dr. Kaffenberger is a renown research professional, and I am grateful to be in his care.
My experience is that Dr. Kaffenberger is knowledgeable, helpful and dedicated to providing excellent healthcare to me.
Engaged
Provider was knowledgeable, approachable and reassuring
Excellent Very good experience.
Excellent; lot of trust
Caring, informed, interested, approachable
He was attentive; answered questions fully.Hardest part is trying to make an appt. Between yearly checkups. Basically impossible.
Dr. Kaffenberger is a perfect examples of what makes OSU our choice for my complex medical care. Compassionate, caring, listens to my concerns and takes time with me. He has been there for me through a very long and hard battle with my health and the condition he manages for me. I am so thankful to have him as a part of my care team.
Good
Dr. Kaffenberger is a competent, knowledgeable, and professional practicioner. I have no doubt that he has the best health interests of his patients and am fortunate to have him as my dermatologist. He is also empathic, which distinguishes him from some other doctors.
Dr. Kaffenberger is an excellent provider. He has has good information to share with me about my condition and various treatment options. He's very concerned about finding a good treatment for my symptoms.
I absolutely love Ben Kaffenberger. He has helped me heal a major issue in my life.
Dr. Kaffenberger is always thorough, professional, and kind. He is very knowledgeable and can put my fears and concerns to rest. I always have a great experience with him and his team.
Dr. Kaffenberger is always so knowledgeable about my condition and open to new treatments to improve my quality of life.
Dr. Kafenberger is always patient and very concerned with my treatment and care for my pyodermagangrenosum. He has excellent bedside manor and always is transparent with my treatment.
Always respect and Excellent care
Dr Kaffenberger was very conversational and attentive to all issues, including the main reason I was there - biopsy of mole.
He had a thorough understanding of my chart and history. He treated me as a person and recalled a bit of information about me. He did a great job with instructing a medical student during my exam.
Always shows and respect. Always addresses all issues in a kind and compassionate way.
Dr. Benjamin Kaffenberger and his staff are remarkable. Always Incredibly kind courteous and knowledgeable. They are also ALWAYS on time!
Excellent provider and compassionate and caring Dr.
He was very professional and professional
THE VERY BEST OF THE BEST!!!!
An Excellent physician. Very knowledgeable and very attentiive, He listens well to the patient.
Dr. Kaffenberger is top notch. Always is super thorough and takes his time when we are there to see him. He is very mindful of our 3 hour drive, and is just a fantastic physician!
Very good
Dr. Ben recently did a skin graft for me. He knew I was nervous so he really did an excellent job at walking me through everything and making sure I was comfortable. As complications arose following the procedure he responded right away to my concerns and got me into his office so that we could address the issue. He knew I was dishearten by the residual scarring so he did his best to make things look as clean as possible. I'm so thankful for is empathy, compassion, and dedication.
He is the most caring person that I've ever met.
Gentle;professional; friendly. Feel like I finally got where I needed to be.
Good
Dr. Kaffenberger is fantastic. He provides high quality care in a very compassionate and understanding way.
They were all better than good. Wonderful and caring people in the right profession.
Excellent provider - very personable and caring.
Dr K is always very caring and attentive. Unlike other dermatologists I have seen in the past, he spent an ample amount of time was me, and I didn't feel rushed. Very easy to work with
Excellent listener
Dr. Kaffenberger is an outstanding clinician. He kind, knowledgeable, and very attentive. He is a model of professionalism and clinical excellence.
Excellent
Dr Kaffenberger is one of the kindest, most understanding and caring doctors within the OSUSystem. He is brilliant, easy to talk to and so reassuring.
Dr Ben is a fantastic doctor
He was very efficient and kind.
Dr. K is an exceptional, brilliant Dr. He has treated both my husband me and I wouldn't go to anyone else.
Good
Willing to help me professionally
Dr. Always very friendly & pleasant. He takes time to make sure I understand all the answers to my questions. He examines me thoroughly from head to toe.
I think he is great. Very knowledgeable an friendly
This was a dermatology check up and my first time seeing this specific doctor. He was wonderful. Very friendly, respectful, and thorough. I appreciate his feedback regarding my questions and that he offered various next steps. He provided good information about my current risk for skin cancer and when to schedule my next check up. I would highly recommend this office and this specific doctor.
He is the best and has done wonders for my condition.
Pleasant, friendly, knowledgeable, professional, great listener, respectful
Ben Kaffenbarger is thoughtful, answers questions well, is terrific!
Very caring and personable. Very thorough.
He is patient, thorough, kind, and thoughtful.
Dr K very knowledgeable and attentive to my concerns about my skin.
Dr is the best always has been for 15Years
Dr Ben does a great job at making me feel as comfortable as possible. When doing the injections into my calf he lets me play music and chats with me to take my mind off the pain. I know we both share the same goal of getting this healed as soon as possible.
Dr Kaffenburger is an excellent doctor that always explains his concerns in a way that is easy to understand.
Dr. KAffenberger is one of the best doctors I've ever had. His knowledge and willingness to be aggressive in my treatment has made all the difference. I am a thousand times better physically and mentally because of his care.
Good. Sometimes in the past the wait for being seen was over 15 minutes. That is better now.
Excellent dr snd truly concerned for my ptoblem.
Dr. Kaffenberger is always thorough and explains things in a way I understand.
Spent enough time with me. Examined areas of my skin that had been treated and areas exposed to the sun. Expressed concern for my wife's cancer.
Continued to provide best advice and care
Love him!!
Dr. Kaffenberger was very professional, polite and kind. He put me at ease and explained what he thought my symptoms were being caused by and recommended a reasonable course of treatment that has already helped alleviate the symptoms. He noticed other symptoms that I wasn't even there for and ordered blood tests to follow up, which shows he cares about the person's overall health and is thorough in his examination.
Dr. Kaffenburger is incredible. He is the sweetest. He is really concerned about his patient. He tries to help them as much as possible. He is the best doctor I have ever met.
Always seeking how I felt that was doing
Dr Kaffenberger is the best
Professional, kind, knowledgeable and caring.
Dr. Kaffenberger is exceptionally kind and explains things well.
Very caring compassionate, excellent bedside manners
He is an excellent dermatologist! He is very thorough, has a calm and personable demeanor.
Dr Kaffenberger is always attentive, caring, patient, and kind. He listens and spends time with me and makes me feel educated and comfortable. He is one of the best providers I have ever had.
Cordial, showed interest in well being, answered my questions so that I understood, did not feel rushed
Very attentive
He is the best dermatologist I know after I been see.
All Goode
Always an excellent appointment with Dr Kaffenberger. One of the top few health care providers I've had.
. Dr. B.K. Is world class.
It was all good
Very attentive and focused and knowledgeable of patient care.
Dr. Kaffenberger is always friendly and listens to my concerns. I have recommended him to others. He has always provided exceptional care.
Always excellent, discussed treatment options and he let me choose what fits my life the best
Excellent
Doctor Kaffenberger is an excellent doctor. He is also very caring and kind. I'm very thankful to have him as my dermatologist.
He's always very nice
He is always kind and professional
Dr Ben always takes his time and explains things thoroughly to me. When we do injections he is kind and empathetic to the pain. He has helped me keep infection under control, and always responds to my MyCharts questions.
Excellent!
Dr. Kaffinburger Help in any way they can and answer all my questions and listen to my in put and we work as a team
Nothing bad. I have had multiple dermatologists throughout my life, and Dr. B. Kaffenberger is the best.
Dr Kaffenberger is very good at what he does. I feel very comfortable in his care.
I am very satisfied with the care I received
Best ever. I count on him to keep my skin cancer in check.
Dr. Kaffenberger is knowledgeable, kind and thorough.
Friendly, asked about my family.
He was amazing! He took the time to talk to me about something that other doctors have dismissed/minimized for 12 years. He was understanding in my frustration with not having answers up to this point. He was knowledgeable about my condition and he was able to come up with a care plan for me.
All good.
Great experience. The dr. is GREAT!!
Answered my questions and concerns. I always know that I can ask him questions about and get good answers and explanations from him.
Friendly, concerned
Excellent.
The visit was all good. I was concerned about then very small areas on my skin, and Dr. Kaffenberger identified one as pre-cancerous and seemed to effectively spray it. I always appreciate the peace of mind that he gives me after every visit.
Listens well.Gives clear directionsCompassionate
Always personable, always knowledgeable, always concerned about me.
Dr. Benjamin Kaffenberger is awesome. Knowledgeable, caring, educational & an outstanding advocate for his patients.
All great.
Dr. J. Kaffenberger is the best. He is truly concerned about his clients well-being. He listens closely and responds in a way that you can understand. I wouldn't trade my Dermatologist for anything
Dr. Benjamin Kaffenberger is a great dermatologist. He is knowledgeable, friendly, listens well, explains things well.
He is personable. He held my hand during a bad scare and hospitalization years ago.
Knowledgeable, communicated well, a bit rushed.
He always engages me in conversation about my interests.
Dr. Kaffenberger is always concerned about my skin problems and other health concerns. He is also very kind.
Couldn't ask for a better person to be reponsible for my ongoing condition.
Also, outstanding! Knows my medical history. Speaks very clearly. Extremely knowledgeable. Very kind.
He was a bit late due to traveling from another clinic but I didn't mind. Dr Kaffenberger was attentive, knowledgeable, and empathetic. Great care :)
Really respect Dr. Kaffenberger. Have seen for many years. Shows genuine concern and takes time.
Efficient & professional & empathetic took me concerns seriously without being overly dramatic.
Outstanding care
He is just excellent and also thorough. He has an unhurried attitude and that is reassuring.
Excellent physician - has been able to resolve/treat issues that other dermatologists could not. Related very comfortably & naturally with a patient who has developmental disabilities.
Very great
Great.