Derrick Herman, MD
Physician, Assistant Professor
Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine
Make an appointment
614-293-4925Conditions and expertise
- Interstitial Lung Diseases
Locations
- Outpatient Care East
Academic information
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I am a pulmonary and critical care physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, where I also serve as an assistant clinical professor of internal medicine. I specialize in treating interstitial lung diseases, pulmonary fibrosis, and rare lung conditions.
I believe in a patient-first approach that combines clinical excellence with compassionate care. My goal is to help patients breathe easier and live fuller lives through personalized treatment plans and ongoing support.
Conditions and expertise
- Interstitial Lung Diseases
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Pulmonary Disease
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2016 - 6/30/2019 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2014 - 6/30/2016 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
6/17/2013 - 6/30/2014 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
8/17/2009 - 5/17/2013
Certifications
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American Heart Association National Center
3/18/2026 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine
11/20/2019 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease
11/13/2018 -
American Board of Internal Medicine
8/22/2016
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.
86 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Derrick Herman has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Always good with welcoming
All good.
As usual, he's very pleasant and is easy to speak with!
Very knowledgeable, clear and concise explanation regarding my health status during the visit. Very thorough.
Explained everything clearly and made the needed referral
Provider is excellent. I love his socks.
Very professional
Hes the best
Provider referred me to my primary care provider for questions previously answered and medications ordered by original pulmonary provider. Only ascultated 1 place each side front and back. He did no other examination.
Excellent
Professional and knowledgeable
Good visit. Went over test results that I'd had earlier that that and due to some conflicting results Dr. Herrman ordered some more tests.
The best
Calming and did not rush me.Sincere smileEncouraging
Good
On time and listened to all my concerns.
Listened, explained, and seemed to care
All good experiences.
He was not in a big hurry. He looked me in the eyes during the appointment.
All good. Easy to talk to