David Nunley, MD
Physician, Professor
Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine
Make an appointment
614-293-5822Conditions and expertise
- Organ Transplantation
- Sleep Disorders
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Transplantation
Locations
- Ambulatory Care Center in Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital
Academics and research
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I am a board-certified pulmonary and critical care physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in lung transplantation, pulmonary medicine, and sleep disorders, providing expert care for patients with complex respiratory conditions.
My patients can rely on me for high-quality, compassionate care and honest communication. I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure each patient receives personalized treatment that supports both immediate recovery and long-term lung health.
In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I serve as a clinical professor of Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, where I am committed to advancing education and research in pulmonary and transplant medicine.
Conditions and expertise
- Lung Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Sleep Disorders
- Transplantation
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Internal Medicine
- University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
7/1/1997 - 6/30/1999 - Fellowship - Critical Care Medicine
- University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
7/1/1996 - 6/30/1997 - Fellowship - Pulmonary Disease
- University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, Madison, WI
7/1/1989 - 6/30/1991 - Residency - Pediatrics, Internal Medicine
- University Of Kentucky Hospital, Lexington, KY, United States
7/1/1986 - 6/30/1989 - Internship - Pediatrics, Internal Medicine
- University Of Kentucky Hospital, Lexington, KY, United States
7/1/1985 - 6/30/1986 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, United States
8/1/1980 - 5/11/1985
Certifications
-
American Heart Association National Center
6/28/2025 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine
11/19/1997 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease
11/4/1992
Academics and research
I focus my research on the critical care management of solid organ transplant patients, including the pulmonary complications that arise following transplantation. My work also examines physical conditioning in lung transplant candidates and recipients, supported by ongoing studies in cardiopulmonary exercise testing, donor lung quality, and inflammatory gene sequencing in lung allograft dysfunction.
Research interests
- Critical Care Management of Solid Organ Transplant Patients
- Pulmonary Complications of Solid Organ Transplantation
- Physical Conditioning in Lung Transplant Candidates and Recipients
Current Research
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing in the Evaluation of Lung Transplant Candidates
Donor Quality: American College of Chest Physicians Lung Transplant Research Consortium
Inflammatory Gene Sequencing in Lung Allograft Dysfunction. Translational project with Megan Ballinger, PhD
Book Chapters
Nunley DR, Dauber JH. 1996. Lung transplantation: Implications for the general internist. Ed. Schrier. Advances in Internal Medicine. Volume 41. Mosby-Year Book, Inc. Chicago, IL.
Dauber JH, Williams PA, Nunley DR. 1998. Pulmonary transplantation. Ed. Stein. Internal Medicine. 5th Edition. Mosby, Inc. St. Louis, MO.
Academic information
- Department:
- Internal Medicine
- Division:
- Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep
Leadership titles
- Medical Director of the Lung Transplant Program
More about my research
News and media
My news coverage
Ratings and 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.
30 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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 11/3/2025, David Nunley has reported no relationships with companies or entities.