Physician, Assistant Professor
Psychiatry
Department: Psychiatry
I am a board-certified psychiatrist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I also completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. As a psychiatrist, I specialize in caring for young people with a variety of mental health challenges. My clinical and research interests include first-episode psychosis, bipolar disorder, and women’s behavioral health, with a focus on pregnancy and the postpartum period. I also treat depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
I prioritize compassionate care, honest communication, and multidisciplinary teamwork to support each patient’s unique needs. I use an individual and collaborative approach when working with patients. My goal is to understand my patients’ life journeys, their goals, and what brings them to care. I work to help my patients achieve emotional well-being through evidence-based treatment and supportive care. I value developing ongoing relationships with my patients and guiding them through life transitions.
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
I was lucky to have exceptional mentors throughout my training in psychiatry. They taught me the importance of connecting with patients and understanding their experiences. I am privileged that my role now includes helping to educate the next generation of mental health care providers. I am an assistant clinical professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
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As of 11/3/2025, Dr. Waickman has reported no relationships with companies or entities.