Dean Connors, MD, PHD
Anesthesiologist, Associate Professor
Anesthesiology
Conditions and expertise
- Anesthesiology
Locations
- University Hospital – Rhodes Hall
Academics and research
Department: Anesthesiology
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I am a board-certified anesthesiologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in providing anesthesia for a wide range of surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the perioperative experience.
My patients can rely on me for expert, compassionate care and clear communication. I work closely with a multidisciplinary surgical team to deliver personalized anesthetic plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
Conditions and expertise
- Anesthesiology
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Residency - Anesthesiology
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, United States
7/1/1995 - 6/30/1998 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, United States
7/1/1991 - 6/30/1992 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- Healthsource Saginaw, Saginaw, MI
10/1/1990 - 6/30/1991 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Michigan State University-College of Human Medicine, East Lansing, MI, United States
9/25/1986 - 8/31/1990
Certifications
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American Heart Association National Center
4/2/2026 -
American Board of Anesthesiology
11/21/2011
Academics and research
In addition to my clinical work, I serve as an associate clinical professor of Anesthesiology at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, where I am dedicated to advancing education and training in anesthesiology.
Research interests
- Medical Education
- Anesthesiology
Academic information
- Department:
- Anesthesiology
- Division:
- Anesthesiology
More about my research
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, Dean Connors has reported no relationships with companies or entities.