Daniel Eiferman, MD
Physician, Professor
Trauma Surgery, Surgical Critical Care
Make an appointment
614-293-2101
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Hernia
- Abdominal Wall
- Abdominal Hernia
- Fistula
- Robotic Surgery
- Lymphedema
Locations
- Eye and Ear Institute
- Trauma Surgery
Academic information
Department: Surgery
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I became a critical care surgeon because I love that I have the opportunity to improve the quality of life for my patients. I specialize in acute care surgery, trauma surgery, hernia surgery and lymphedema surgery.
The most common conditions I treat include hernia issues, gallbladder problems and bowel obstructions. My research is focused on strategies to improve traumatic brain injury care. I’m also dedicated to advancing lymphedema procedures. For example, I co-designed and co-performed an innovative lymphedema operation called 'vascularized jejunal mesenteric lymph node transfer.'
I love working at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center because of the opportunities to advance surgical care and medical education. In my role, I also help to train medical students on acute care surgery.
In my free time, I love to hang out with my amazing kids. I also enjoy reading and playing sports.
Highlights
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- America's Most Honored Doctors Top 5 percentile annually since 2020
- Ohio State's Director of Nutrition Services
- Ohio State's Director of Special Operations for Quality and Patient Safety
- Ohio State's Co-Director of LEAD (Lead, Engage, Accelerate, Drive) in Surgery
- Director, FUEL (FAME Unites Emerging Leaders) at The Ohio State University College of Medicine
Conditions and expertise
- Abdominal Hernia
- Abdominal Wall
- Fistula
- General Surgery
- Hernia
- Lymphedema
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Multiple Trauma
- Robotic Surgery
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Surgical Critical Care
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
10/1/2009 - 6/30/2010 - Fellowship - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
- Emory University Hospital, Atlanta, GA
7/1/2009 - 9/30/2009 - Other - Surgery (General Surgery)
- Rush University Medical College, Chicago, IL
7/1/2005 - 6/30/2006 - Residency - Surgery (General Surgery)
- Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, United States
7/1/2004 - 6/30/2009 - Internship - Surgery (General Surgery)
- Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, United States
7/1/2003 - 6/30/2004 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Lexington, KY, United States
8/2/1999 - 5/17/2003
Certifications
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American Heart Association National Center
10/3/2025 -
American College of Surgeons
7/14/2018 -
American Board of Surgery/Surgical Critical Care
9/20/2010 -
American Board of Surgery
1/27/2010
Ratings and reviews
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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.
45 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Dr. Eiferman 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.
- Loyola University Chicago
Fair
Dr. Eiferman his surgical ability answered my prayers and gave me my life back
Very easy to talk with. Explained so I could understand and was very knowledgeable and caring
Excellent care and great surgeon
Excellent
I love Dr Eiferman's lighthearted personality
Doctor listened and answered all my questions.
Excellent care and goncern
Above and beyond, honest, clear sharing several options and bringing creative solutions
Gave me his procedure for my problem
Excellent
Know what was going on.
Dr. Eiferman was so helpful throughout my entire journey at the hospital.
Down to earth, funny and put you at ease
Very knowledgeable. Answered questions. Explained well.
Dr Eiferman went above and beyond to see me and also to get me in for surgery the very next day. He listened to my concerns and answered all of my questions. He was concerned about my level of pain and took excellent care of me.
Care provider was engaging and thorough in explaining the procedure and healing process.