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 the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2022
- My research interests include drug hypersensitivity syndromes, autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases, and conducting clinical trials to develop new therapeutics
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Vasculitis
- Skin Cancers
- Drug Eruptions
- Graft vs Host Disease
- Dermatomyositis
- Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
- Skin Diseases
- Lupus Erythematosus, Cutaneous
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Skin Care
- Pyoderma Gangrenosum
- Dermatitis, Atopic
- Dermatitis, Contact
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
MD
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
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.
343 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 09/30/2022, 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.
- Biogen
- American Academy of Dermatology
- ADC Therapeutics
The visit was professional but also friendly. I always feel at east there.
He is great - knowledgeable and friendly.
Dr. Ben is definitely one of the good ones! He was empathetic and caring. He strategized a plan and is very understanding of my goals on getting this healed asap.
Great! No problems!
First time having a positive experience with a dermatologist, he did not make me feel rushed and listened/explained clearly
Kind, concerned, informative, respectable, knowledgeable.
The physician was extremely pleasant.
He's the best! Grateful to have him on my team!
The doctor was very nice & considerate & patient in answering my questions.
Knowledgeable, thoughtful, humble.
Best you could ask for hands down!
Great deal of care/concern. Very comfortable talking with him.
Dr. Kaffenberger is incredibly kind and thoughtful.
Dr Kaffenberger is my favorite doctor. I believe he truly cares about me and my heath. I wish all my doctors were as kind and caring as what he is.
Dr. Kaffenberger is outstanding. He really listens shows genuine concern in treating my condition and for my overall health. Highly recommend Dr. Kaffenberger.
Dr. Kaffenberger is the best. He is very knowledgeable about his field & also about my health in general.
He is a great doctor who cars about his patients.
He's the best.
Ben is the best.
Dr. K is the best. I referred my son to him as a specialist over a year ago and my son has the same feeling about how good Dr. K is.
Personably, kind, efficient.
Dr. Kaffenberger is an outstanding physician who shows real concern for his patients - He is kind and very precise in his care.
Excellent care as always.
Dr. Ben is fantastic!
He is exceptional and has been from the beginning, very caring & compassionate, knowledgeable about my situation as it is rare.
He is patience, extremely knowledgeable, & respectful.
He is looking out for me!
Dr. Kaffenberger was professional, friendly, thoughtful and caring. He listened carefully and his counseling and advice were thorough. We went to see Dr. Kaffenberger as a second opinion on my unhealing condition.
All experiences good.
He always listens and answers questions.
WAS NICE AND TOOK TIME TO TALK AND LISTEN TO ME
Dr. Ben was very helpful and compassionate. He understood my concerns and fully addressed them.
They were good listeners.
Exceptional care very kind.
Dr. Kaffenberger is the best. He dose a great job & relates well to both patient (me) and assistants.
He is always so kind and caring
Very good at all times.
We love Dr. Kaffenberger, our favorite of our special needs daughter's providers. He's had answers to questions no other doctor could give us. He understands how difficult it can be for her to tell us how she feels or what hurts and takes the time needed to figure things out.
Excellent caring provider of my medical care
He is the best!
He's the best doctor I have had.
The best.
I couldn't ask for better care
Dr. K. is fantastic. He always spends extra time with me. He is kind and friendly and cares about me.
Dr. Ben Kaffenberger has a unique combination of remarkable expertise, compassion, attention to detail & bedside manner. One of the finest physicians I will ever encounter.
Was very helpful & explained everything.
Excellent
He is a great provider or dr.
Care provider is excellent.
He is the best. Always concerned about my quality of life. Asking about pain level, thorough exam and emotional being. Wouldn't trade him for anybody
He was very concerned about my condition.
I have been with doctor Kaffenburger for about 10 yrs and he is the best doctor I could ask for
Empathic, knowledgeable, helpful, good listener.
Dr. Kaffenberger is very personable and he listens so well that I never have to feel like what I say doesn't matter!
All GOOD.
This appointment is very difficult for me. I need a full body check, which is personal. Dr. Ben made, and always does, the visit very professional and always puts my mind at ease.
Very helpful and listens
Dr. Kaffenberger is an outstanding physician. I have recommended him to my wife and others.
Asked questions, told me what was going on, told me what to do after visit.
Dr. Kaffenberger is an OUTSTANDING provider.
Dr.Kaffenberger is the best! So caring and knowledgeable. He has really helped me with a very difficult case of excema.
Glad to have a thorough check-up and see no major trouble spots this time,
The provider is always very polite, explains details in an easy to understand way.
Dr. Kaffenberger is very kind, caring& has a good understanding of how to treat my illness. He has helped me achieve wellness. Before seeing Dr. Kaffenberger, I saw other physician when this first began several years ago. None of the other physicians knew how to treat my condition. I am very grateful for Dr. Kaffenberger's care.
Dr. Kaffenberger is the best dermatologist I have had over the 20+ years of needing this type of specialist. Very knowledgeable & professional.
Dr. Kaffenberger has taken amazing care of me for a long time. I trust his decisions regarding my care.
Everything great.
He had excellent "bedside" manners. He listened to me, answered all questions in an easy to understand manner. Explained my treatment thoroughly an excellent doctor.
Always he listens carefully to my question and shows his concern, he general he is very kind and so nice.
All staff are very professional and polite.
Liked him very much - seen him 3-4x. I feel like he is thorough, personable, and easy to talk to, as well as being a good listener.
He was very courteous and listened to what I had to say.
The doc is always so polite, thoughtful and sincere.
Calming, easy going yet commanding demeanor. Excellent experience.
Good.
Dr. Ben is just the best.
Excellent
Dr. Kaffenberger is so thorough & competent. I've recommended him to 2 friends. One has gone to him and got all her complicated and previously misdiagnosed & mistreated problems solved.
I have been seeing Dr Kaffenberger for several years. He has always remembered me and has been excellent in giving me answers to all questions.
Dr. Kaffenberger is always kind, compassionate, thorough, knowledgeable and helpful and I feel very comfortable with him.
He's great. He can't retire until I'm gone.
He is very good always takes his time and answers and my questions.
Very nice doctor, had 2 others he was showing how things are done - all very good to work with.
1st visit. Dr. was thorough and explained options and treatments in terms I could understand. Was patient and answered all my questions. Very good experience.
Excellent and professional
Excellent
He is the best.
He was quick & thorough in removing knot, on ankle.
Genuine care, concern, compassion. I have family members who are patients of Dr. K and they told me he is the best. He definitely is. Very impressed.
Excellent care provided.
Excellent care.
He is amazing!! Always attentive, kind, thorough, & happy. He always answers all my questions and he gives understandable answers, he's the best!!!
Doctor was good. Seemed to know about my case and what I was going through. Understanding. Answered most of my questions.
He was very kind, thoughtful an d clear about information he provided. Treats you as a partner in care.
He is absolutely awesome understands my condition and is a very kind and caring provider.One of the BEST I've ever had
Dr. Kaffenberger is very caring and knowledgeable. He always answers my questions in a manner I understand. I never feel rushed while in his office. I feel very comfortable during my visits.
Not only is Dr. Kaffenberger a top notch doctor but he is so very kind. I am so happy to be one of his patients.
Very polite & competent. I trust that he's providing me with the best possible care.
Dr. Kaffenberger caught a pre-cancer on the back of an ear that I was unaware of. I am very appreciative.
All good.
My provider was incredibly knowledgeable and actually listened when I expressed my feelings about treatment options. He gave me multiple options for treatment and let me make the decision I was most comfortable with. He explained the medications well including possible side effects. I was extremely pleased with the care I received!
Always find Dr. Kaffenberger to be caring and professional.
Always good.
Also very nice and made sure area around by was numb. Did a good job, almost painless, and results in a timely manner.
Dr. Kaffenberger has treated me for a rash that results from many products. He always answers my questions and thanks to him my issue is under control. He also does a yearly body exam. I had melanoma... in the past. I feel very comfortable that he continues to address all issues!
Excellent listener and communicator.
Always listen to my concerns
Excellent care.
He is the best dr that I see on a regular basis. He actually saved my life. He deserves a raise.
Dr.Kaffenberger as always is kind as well as an excellent physician. Always thorough.
He is always a good and patient listener and takes the time to explain things thoroughly.
The doctor is very empathetic and respectful.
Dr. Kaffenberger is an excellent physician who not only really listens to his patients but seems to be actually concerned for them. It's a shame that he's not a primary care physician but I'm grateful to have a dermatologist as up on my condition as he is.
The dr. is incredibly kind & respectful, and even took time to ask if I had any other questions/concerns despite running behind.
The doctor seemed very caring. This was my first visit I am a cancer patient and had a skin problem from chemo/immunologic treatment. He took a biopsy and said he hadn't seen that reaction before. There wasn't an actual answer he could give me but ordered bloodwork. He seemed thorough.
Dr. Kaffenberger was very concerned for my health & concerned about giving me a thorough screening, & providing answers to my concerns.
Knowledgeable, professional and easy to talk with.
dr. k always shows concern, answers questions in a way I can understand. very knowledgeable.
Dr. Ben is the greatest saved my life in 2019.
Caring, knowledgeable, pleasant.
all good
Dr. Kaffenberger is the most considerate & he offers options. Truly a very kind, humble, skilled doctor!
Kind, helpful, thorough.
nothing but good overall
Very good - very pleased for my first visit.
Dr. Kaffenberger is amazing. He listens well and gives you all the time you need.
Excellent - Dr. Kaffenberger is a kind and well-informed doctor. I have recommended him to many friends. He is thorough, kind, understanding. In my opinion - he is the BEST! When I received a letter about honoring a doctor I recommended Dr. Kaffenberger with a sizable donation. I found out he never was informed of my honor for him. I was VERY disappointed & that he never knew that I honored him.
Dr. Ben Kaffenberger is among the finest physicians I will ever met. He is attentive, caring, intelligent & engaged. He is a credit to the field of medicine.
Dr. K is the best! He's patient, listens and doesn't rush! Thank you!
He is the best.
Excellent
Always makes time for me & provides excellent care!!
Dr. K. is always very friendly and efficient. I am extremely impressed with the care he has provided me.
Pleasant experience, treated very well.
he is the best
The entire team is consistently great.
All good
Really like Kaffenberger. Would definitely go back to see him. Have told everybody & family about Dr. Kaffenberger. I give him 100 stars.
Dr. Kaffenberger is my dermatologist. I have many pre-cancers on my scalp. He sees me right away if I have a concern.
Dr. Kaffenberger is very thoughtful, thorough, kind and very open to answering questions.
Dr. Kaffenberger is the nicest doctor I have ever had.
very glad to have the care from someone with such skill and excellent rapport with patients
Very good doctor.
All good.
Dr. Kaffenberger is amazing one of the best doctors in the Columbus area.
The care provider, Ben Kaffenberger, is the best!
He is so nice, friendly and helpful. I never felt like he was rushing and he paid attention to me.
Dr. Kaffenberger is compassionate and extremely knowledgeable.
Dr. K has a thorough understanding of my problems. I am glad he is my provider. Hoping to find a cure that I need from him.
Just fine overall.
Dr. Kaffenberger is a first rate physician and I've always had a good experience when seeing him.
As always Dr. Kaffenberger is an absolute pleasure to see. Attentive, respectful of my time, answered all inquiries to my satisfaction. Considerate of my privacy during skin exam - always asked permission prior to uncovering an area of skin to inspect.