Demicha Rankin, MD
Anesthesiologist, Professor
Anesthesiology
Conditions and expertise
- Liver Cirrhosis
- Preeclampsia
- Labor, Obstetric
- Airway Management
- Obesity
- Anesthesiology
Locations
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Academics and research
Department: Anesthesiology
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
As an anesthesiologist, I have the unique role of establishing patient confidence in a relatively short period of time and providing care during their surgical procedures. I specialize in neuroanesthesiology, general anesthesiology and airway management. My research interests include graduate medical education and massive transfusion protocols.
At the College of Medicine, I'm the associate dean of admissions as well as an associate professor-clinical. My favorite part about working at Ohio State is the opportunity to train residents and provide excellent patient care to the central Ohio community.
When I’m not working I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling and playing tennis.
Highlights
- Associate Professor, 2018
- Received The Ohio State University Institute for Teaching and Learning (UITL) Endorsement for mentoring faculty, July 2018
- Program Director, Anesthesiology Residency, 2016-2019
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors and Top Black Doctors lists
Conditions and expertise
- Airway Management
- Anesthesiology
- Chronic Renal Insufficiency
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus
- High Blood Pressure
- Hyperlipidemias
- Labor, Obstetric
- Liver Cirrhosis
- Neurosurgical Procedures
- Obesity
- Preeclampsia
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Residency - Anesthesiology
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2010 - Internship - Preliminary Medicine
- Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH, United States
6/1/2006 - 6/30/2007 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, United States
8/19/2002 - 6/11/2006
Certification
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American Board of Anesthesiology
9/23/2011
Academics and research
As associate dean for Admissions at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, I provide strategic direction and leadership for all activities to the Office of Admissions. I am firmly rooted in the medical school’s mission to recruit a highly qualified body of students to train a physician workforce capable of addressing health care disparities in their embarkment towards health care and research.
It is my goal to actively recruit trainees who will be physician leaders who are prepared for ongoing and future health care challenges.
I have highlighted these values in my other roles with The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Since joining the Ohio State faculty in 2010, I have demonstrated great reliability and enthusiasm for resident education, serving as associate director of the Anesthesiology Residency Program. Notably, I served as the first African American female residency program director for the Department of Anesthesiology.
I enjoy my ability to positively impact the physician workforce and afford someone the opportunity to realize their goals of becoming a physician. It is especially rewarding to watch the students’ confidence and skills grow over time.
I aim to broaden the meaning of academic success by proving a more rounded review process towards applicants.
Holistic review is essential to the recruitment process because it provides a framework by which at-tributes that are required of a physician such as communication skills, leadership skills, critical reasoning, orientation for service and academic rigor are all evaluated. The philosophy of believing that good grades are a sole measure of one’s potential to be successful as a physician is outdated.
I have made significant contributions to medical education for medical students and residents as evidenced by my scholarly projects, academic productivity and my role as a content expert in the field of anesthesiology beyond the institution.
A true Buckeye, I completed my medical degree, anesthesiology residency and neuroanesthesiology fellowship at The Ohio State University.
Research interests
- Medical Education
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 Dr. Rankin 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.
- Cool Doc LLC
- Ohio University
- The Urban Institute