Benjamin Kaffenberger

Benjamin Kaffenberger, MD

  • Dermatology
  • Physician

Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology

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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
  • Dermatomyositis
  • Skin Diseases
  • Lupus Erythematosus, Cutaneous
  • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
  • Skin Care
  • Dermatitis, Atopic
  • Pyoderma Gangrenosum
  • Vasculitis
  • Skin Cancers

Locations Where I Practice

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

More About My Work

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.

386 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

  • Overall
    4.9 out of 5
  • Explains Things Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.9 out of 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.9 out of 5
  • Shows Respect
    4.9 out of 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.9 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Sep 22, 2024

    As always Dr Kaffenberger was very thorough.

  • Reviewed on Sep 14, 2024

    Working toward goal for daughter

  • Reviewed on Sep 10, 2024

    Outstanding

  • Reviewed on Sep 07, 2024

    Always explains everything I have a question about

  • Reviewed on Sep 07, 2024

    Always have a good experience at appointment. Have total confidence in Dr. Kaffenberger.

  • Reviewed on Aug 31, 2024

    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.

  • Reviewed on Aug 31, 2024

    My experience is that Dr. Kaffenberger is knowledgeable, helpful and dedicated to providing excellent healthcare to me.

  • Reviewed on Aug 30, 2024

    Engaged

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

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