About Me
I’m a dermatologist with a primary focus on cutaneous oncology. As a Mohs micrographic surgeon, I specialize in the surgical removal of multiple types of skin cancer as well as post-surgical reconstruction. Since many skin cancers occur on cosmetically sensitive areas such as the face, I’m very proud of our very low recurrence rates and the aesthetic outcomes we can achieve after surgery.
My other clinical area of interest is in transplant dermatology. Patients who have received a transplant are on immunosuppressive medications, and these medicines can dramatically increase the risk for skin cancers. In our transplant dermatology clinics, we strive to take excellent care of this patient population, utilizing the newest and best techniques for overall skin care.
I’m an associate professor in the Division of Dermatology, where I serve as the director of the Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship. My research focuses primarily on cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. Our group examines the outcomes of patients diagnosed with this common skin cancer, and we’re working to understand tumor and patient factors that affect the behavior of cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas.
I’m privileged to be able to help patients through their diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, providing each patient with an individualized care program that’s tailored to their specific needs and utilizes a team approach. For more complicated cases, we have a tumor board that combines multiple specialties across the medical system, allowing us to give patients the best possible care.
Highlights
- Best Doctors in America List 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
- Distinguished Service Award, The Ohio Dermatological Association 2020
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Numerous articles published in top national dermatological journals; research interests in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, rare skin cancers and medical education
- Over 100 local, state and national presentations
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Carcinoma, Merkel Cell
- Carcinoma, Basal Cell
- Carcinoma, Squamous Cell
- Nevus, Intradermal
- Nevus, Pigmented
- Nevus
- Skin Care
- Moles
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancers
- Dermatology
- Mohs Surgery
- Dysplastic Nevus Syndrome
Locations Where I Practice
540 Officenter Place
Columbus, OH 43230
614-293-1707
in Officenter Gahanna
540 Officenter Place
Suite 240 Columbus, OH 43230
614-293-1707
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
Medical School
8/19/2002 - 6/11/2006
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
Medical School
8/19/2002 - 6/11/2006
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
Medical School
8/19/2002 - 6/11/2006
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
Medical School
8/19/2002 - 6/11/2006
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
Internship
6/12/2006 - 6/30/2007
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
Internship
6/12/2006 - 6/30/2007
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
Internship
6/12/2006 - 6/30/2007
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
Internship
6/12/2006 - 6/30/2007
Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, OH
Residency
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2010
Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, OH
Residency
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2010
Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, OH
Residency
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2010
Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, OH
Residency
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2010
Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA
Graduate
7/6/2018 - 5/30/2020
Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA
Graduate
7/6/2018 - 5/30/2020
Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA
Graduate
7/6/2018 - 5/30/2020
Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA
Graduate
7/6/2018 - 5/30/2020
Board Certifications
American Board of Dermatology
7/29/2010
American Board of Dermatology/Mohs Micrographic Surgery
10/8/2021
Academic Information
My Department
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.
254 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
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As of 09/30/2022, Dr. Carr 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.
- Ohio Dermatological Association
- American College of Mohs Surgery
Dr. Carr is a gem. We always have pleasant conversations about our gardening and families. It's very comforting. It's always easy to attend this appointment. I'm always very confident in his care.
Dr Carr and his fellow were helpful and knowledgeable and explained the procedure very well.
Dr. Carr came highly recommended for Mohs surgery and indeed was fantastic. I would highly recommend him to others who need this type of surgery, especially on their face.
Dr. Carr was very helpful and very professional.
Very good at explaining to surgery and procedures followed, after surgery explained what to expect and how to care for wound.
Everything was positive. Dr. Carr is EXCEPTIONAL!!
Was nice and explained every thing.
Vvery professional, caring
Dr. Carr;'s Team was the best
Dr. Carr was very positive, friendly and professional explaining every step of the MOSH surgery.
Drs. Carr and Gara (?) were kind, concerned, and friendly. They explained what was happening, which I found courteous and comforting.
Excellent outcome which is most important to me but also so friendly professional and easy going during procedure.
All good
Was very wonderful and easy to talk to.
Care provider is very good. Follow up care is very poor.
Not at all!
Very good
Dr Carr explains things well and reassured me when I feel anxious or nervous.
All good.
Dr. Carr was also excellent; made my visit very pleasant.
Best dermatologist ever
Dr. Carr is top notch. He is friendly and caring.
Excellent.
Good.
Provider was awesome - explained in detail procedure, concerned with pain level and comfort! Highly recommend.
Always showing care
Took care of me without appointment.
Terrific!
All good.
Very tentative.
He did a very nice job
Professional, friendly & courteous.
Dr. Carr was exceptional on every level. Kind caring. Highly competent and clearly very good at what he does. I felt completely at ease in his care and his follow up to my emails was prompt and courteous.
Excellent
Dr. Carr is awesome. Throughout the procedure, he explains things & did a wonderful job! I will always return to see him!!
Amazing!!!!!
He always explains what he is going to do and what my care options are. He answers my questions and hears my concerns. I feel like he genuinely addresses my concerns In a way that makes me feel like I have a voice in my care.
Good as expected.
Excellent as always
Friendly, professional, Excellent result
Dr. Carr is always upbeat, always personable, and always knowledgeable. I trust Dr. Carr and all of his recommendations. Dr. Brodsky also.
They were wonderful.
All good
Easy going
Dr. Carr put me at ease and explained what he was doing. I liked him very much.
Dr. Carr has always been great!
Dr. Carr is an excellent doctor, and I am always happy to see him. He has taken care of my skin cancer issues for years, and I trust him completely. His resident doctor, Dr. Brody, is very good too.
Dr. Carr was excellent at explaining the procedure and nurse Betsy took great care of me.
Dr. Carr has always done a great job for me and I appreciate his openness and explaining how the surgery goes and what to expect.
Care provider spent ample time explaining the procedure and what to expect post-procedure.
Dr. Carr is at top of my list and he is very good at his job and very caring to patients health and concerns.
Dr. Carr is a wonderful doctor. He does the best thing possible in concerns of getting you better.
All very good.
He was nice.
Very professional and showed concern
The surgeon did a good job and exuded an air of confidence, which a comfort to me.
I've seen David Carr for a number of mohs procedures. His care is excellent.
Excellent
Pleasant, efficient, knowledgeable, caring.
No bad.
All good.
Very friendly; explained procedure and asked if I had any questions/concerns. Besides Dr. Carr, a Dr. Brotsky was also available.
I couldn't ask for better people.
Dr. Carr has exceptional skills. He always does an outstanding job, very personable, explains things well and is awesome!!
Dr. Carr is a wonderful doctor. He has been handling my skin cancer needs for years. He is excellent at general check-ups and at Mohs surgery.
The Doctors were amazing. They kept me informed, comfortable and really new what they were doiny.
Wonderful practitioner!
Seriously the best. Thanks!
Dr. Car was exceptional. Explained everything before & after the procedure. Probably one of my best experiences in any doctor office. Give this dr & staff a 5 star!
Dr. Carr is always smiling and always on time, very professional and explains things very well.
Dr.Carr was very professional and explained the entire process to me in terms I could understand.
Explained procedure thoroughly and results
Very good
Dr. Bechtel is a very caring, and expert dermatologist. While I was there for an annual check-up, he also looked at a "bump" on my hand - Took biopsy and I got a response from the office - to set up appt. for removal using a MOHS procedure - I would not go to any other office for annual visit - Always trust Dr. Bechtel! Thx.
Very eager to do his job!
Dr. David Carr was excellent! Explained everything in a way I could understand! He did an outstanding job during procedure! BEST doctor!!!
Friendly and explained the process of what to expect.
Excellent care from the provider.
Outstanding
Dr. Carr also professional and friendly. Easy to talk to. He also explained all of his actions clearly.
Dr. Carr is skilled and personable. He presents himself with confidence and assurance in a kind way. He answers any questions, and explains everything both in advance and as he continues. This is both helpful and reassuring.
Excellent, great attention from two providers.
Very ProfesionalVery Good
Dr. Carr and the resident assisting him were ver personable, conscientious and thorough.
He looked as the final closure and said "Excellent ". That was reassuring.
Dr. Carr was informative and professional every step of the way. He takes time & was patient. you feel like a person not just a number. I appreciate his expertise & skill level.
Dr. Carr was thorough, caring, and competent. I felt confidence with him. He explained what he was doing, and he answered all of my questions. I am very happy that I went to him.
Dr. Carr is always very kind and thoughtful I always feel good about my appointments with Dr.Carr.
All very good.
All were excellent.
Very pleased.
Finished. Was very nice but when finished I thought he could give me a little more time to ask any questions I may have.
He was great - performed an office procedure expertly.
Kind and professional
Good.
Did great job of removing cancerous tissue. During post op consultation discovered that Dr. Carr and I are neighbors.
Doctor same as nurse. Made me feel very comfortable.
Good, very informative, in way patient could understand. Patient and listened to my opinions.
Provider is knowledgeable, efficient
fully answered questions
1st visit very good.
provided good information (options) to make a decision for necessity of further surgery or treatment
Great!
Dr. Carr has been very thorough, patient, and, kind. My surgery is still healing but looks really good and I believe will heal well.
Excellent.
He was great & made me feel better about my situation at this time!
Great.
Always happy and explains everything.
really nice answered all my questions
Very efficient in collecting samples. Did great stitch work. Looks great even after a couple days.