About Me
As a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, I specialize in both the aesthetic and functional treatment of the face and neck. Our face is the first part of us that a person notices, and it conveys many nonverbal messages such as age, gender and emotion. A person’s face is constructed of incredibly complex structures, including detailed musculature that control expressions, unique skin composition, and distinctive features that identify us as human such as the nose, lips and the ears. All of these function in unison for a harmonious appearance that is individual and instantly recognizable, even to infants.
Unfortunately, we aren’t always pleased with the face we are putting forward (whether that be from trauma, cancer, aging, paralysis or myriad other causes). This is where my team and I come in! Nothing is more fulfilling to me than helping my patients achieve their most confident appearance through both surgical and nonsurgical techniques. And sometimes our goal is not to alter the appearance, such as with functional rhinoplasty or cancer reconstruction. I work tirelessly to develop individualized treatment plans with patients to achieve their goals with impeccable results. Treating my patients with respect and compassion is of utmost importance to me, and every day I look forward to hearing about their lives and the experiences that brought them into the office.
I was first drawn to this career when investigating the new and impressive techniques that are available for restoration of function following facial paralysis. I quickly learned that every aspect of the field was both interesting and rewarding. I’m especially interested in building a facial gender-affirming center to help patients’ outward expression match their inner identity. This is an area that’s relatively underrepresented in the Midwest, and we would like to make Ohio State Wexner Medical Center a center of excellence in this area.
I’m grateful to be able to offer my patients the most up-to-date techniques in our field for: rhinoplasty (functional and cosmetic), facial paralysis, aging face, brow lift and eyelid surgery, otoplasty, scar revision, facial gender-affirming surgery, cancer reconstruction, as well as skin treatments and injectable medications such as Botox and fillers.
In my free time, I enjoy exercising, reading, playing tennis and watching thoroughbred horse racing.
Highlights
- Member, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Member, American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
- Recipient of Michael B. Nolph Award, University of Louisville, 2019
- Recipient of Banas and Rose Cohen Compassionate Service Award, University of Louisville, 2016 and 2017
- Recipient of University of Louisville Cardinal Award of Excellence, University of Louisville School of Medicine, 2014
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Orbit
- Otolaryngology
- Nasal Obstruction
- Facial Injuries
- Skin Cancers
- Lasers
- Mandible
- Maxilla
- Zygoma
- Sex Reassignment Procedures
- Mohs Surgery
- Facial Nerve Diseases
- Facial Paralysis
- Nose Deformities, Acquired
- Nose Diseases
- Rhinitis
- Maxillofacial Injuries
- Skin Transplantation
- Dermabrasion
- Rhytidoplasty
- Botulinum Toxins
- Rhinoplasty
- Tissue Expansion
- Sex Reassignment Surgery
- Blepharoplasty
- Chemexfoliation
- Skin Care
Locations Where I Practice
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-9431
915 Olentangy River Road
4th Floor Suite 4000 Columbus, OH 43212
614-366-3687
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY
MD
8/16/2010 - 5/10/2014
Residency
University of Louisville Hospital, Louisville, KY
7/1/2014 - 6/30/2019
Fellowship
Indiana University Hospital, Indianapolis, IN
7/1/2019 - 6/30/2020
Board Certification
American Board of Otolaryngology
3/19/2021
Academic Information
My Department
Otolaryngology
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.
99 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
4.8 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
4.9 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 10/25/2021, Dr. Nesemeier has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Great provider. He always listens to what I say and helps to reassure me on progress
I like Dr. Nesemeier, and feel at ease with him. And I trust his knowledge and ability.
Really took his time, very personable & knowledgeable.
Outstanding Easy to understand were always there caring and concerned Great people
He was kind and answered my questions.
Good
I think Dr. Nesemeier is one of the most respectful physicians I have ever been to. He is an excellent listener and is very competent and friendly. He spends a lot of time with patients.
Nothing but good!
Answers questions - has done a good job.
Again - simply great!
He was not only caring but knowledgeable and understanding. To have a doc that I don't have to explain trans terminology to was a breath of fresh air.
Good
I always have confidence that Dr. Nesemeier and his team will treat me with kindness, respect, and compassion. They will take my concerns seriously and will involve me in decisions regarding treatments. He and his assistant, Cassie, make healthcare easy and accessible for me.
Was willing to adopt a "let's wait awhile" position to let natural healing continue without rushing to a surgery resolution.
Very attentive to details and concerns. I felt like they were knowledgeable
Visit went well.
I trust him
The Doctor took care of a problem I was having at that time instead of making another appointment.
Dr. Nesemeier is definitely one of my favorite healthcare providers. I look forward to seeing him, and I always know he'll listen to my concerns and take them seriously. He is one of the few care providers I feel is competent in gender affirming care, and one of the rare providers I feel comfortable with as a transgender person.
He was very informative and knowledgeable. He was careful to inform me of each and every option.
Dr. Nesemeier just seemed very rushed and annoyed. He came into the room and didn't even acknowledge my father sitting there. He didn't introduce the medical student that was with him. He seemed irritated that the instruments he needed were not available so we had to move rooms. He pulled stitches and tubes out of my nose without any kind of numbing assistance. I would have thought considering how tender the area was 7 days after surgery, some kind of comfort would have been considered but it was not. I asked about the concerns I had with one of my incisions and Dr. Nesemeier did not seem concerned and could not give me an answer as to why I was in pain.
Great job
I am impressed with how he talks to his staff. Very respectful. He showed that respect to me, too.
Very thorough - takes time to explain AND to listen.
Knowledgeable
Kind and concerned
Good.
My care provider was excellent. I am already recommending him to people. He was kind, welcoming, helpful, and had a great understanding of all of my health issues and concerns.
Very personable & knowledgeable!
Smiling and attentive
Very knowledgeable and helpful
excellent!
Dr. Nesemeier was nice. Took good amount of time for what I thought was more of a consult
Good.
All good answered all questions.
He was very kind and spent the time to listen to my concerns and answer my questions.
Providers were excellent, thorough and a great team. Never had lack of communication. I have never had such great medical treatment and respect before.
Friendly and caring!
My condition was thoroughly addressed.