About Me
I am a radiation oncologist and Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at The Ohio State University. I was named to the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors” from 2014-2023.
I spent 20 years in the U.S. Navy and retired from the Navy Reserve in 2007 at the rank of Captain in the Medical Corps. I believe strongly in the mission of the OSUCCC – James to bring about a cancer-free world through cutting-edge research and delivering highly individualized, caring treatment of all our patients.
Much of my clinical work is in treating genitourinary cancers and gynecologic cancers. I have extensive experience in performing brachytherapy procedures for both men with prostate cancer and women with advanced gynecologic cancers. In addition to my clinical interests, I am very active in several roles working to improve the quality and safety of medical care delivery.
I currently serve on several medical center committees that oversee credentialing and quality and safety measures. Nationally, I am the vice chair of the ASTRO Clinical Affairs and Quality Council and a member of the ASTRO Board of Directors.
I am honored to be able to work at The James and collaborate with our amazing staff and faculty.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016-2018
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Radiosurgery
- Brachytherapy
- Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
- Radiotherapy, Conformal
- Radiotherapy, Intensity-Modulated
- Chemoradiotherapy
- Endometrial Cancers
- Carcinoma, Endometrioid
- Cervical Cancer
- Vaginal Cancers
- Vulvar Cancers
- Sarcoma, Kaposi
- Sarcoma, Endometrial Stromal
- Spine Sarcoma
- Gynecologic Cancers
- Ovarian Cancers
- Uterine Cancers
- Paraneoplastic Syndromes, Ocular
- Prostate Cancers
- Skin Cancers
- Testicular Cancers
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancers
- Urogenital Cancers
- Radiation Oncology
- Radiotherapy, Image-Guided
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of South Dakota School of Medicine, Vermillion, SD
8/1/1983 - 5/30/1987
Internship
Naval Medical Center San Diego, San Diego, CA
7/1/1987 - 6/30/1988
Residency
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, IA
9/1/1991 - 6/30/1995
Academic Information
My Department
Radiation Oncology
My Division
Radiation Oncology
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.
246 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
-
Overall
4.9 out of 5
-
Kept you informed about your condition and treatment
4.9 out of 5
-
Amount of time spent with you
4.9 out of 5
-
Concern for your questions and issues
4.9 out of 5
-
Skill and knowledge
4.9 out of 5
-
Overall quality of care
4.9 out of 5
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 09/29/2023, Dr. Martin 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.
- American Society for Radiation Oncology
If there were a higher grade than a 5, Dr. Douglas Martin would deserve it. I feel so blessed to have him as my doctor.
Smooth conversation with those I met
Dr. Martin and his staff are always very friendly and thorough and professional. They listen to my concerns and we discuss any changes to treatment. I am very involved and totally trust their medical opinions and advice.
It was a pleasure meeting with the nurse and Dr Martin. Both demonstrated care leaving us felling confident. Love the good communication and f/u of this entire facility.
Everyone I spoke with this day and at all my appointments were outstanding. Were very attentive to questions and concerns I brought up. Listened intently to my questions or comments about how I feel. Condition was pretty well set at this point - discussing how I was doing with potential side effects and offering any help or medication I might desire to mitigate same.
Dr. Martin is fantastic.
Had very good detailed discussion of options and way forward.
Dr Martin developed a treatment plan that saved my life. He's an excellent physician. And the resident physician in training did a nice job at that appointment. Very caring and detailed.
Excellent.
Very good.
No treatment during this visit. Consultation only.
Appreciate listening to concerns.
Providers were professional and caring in approach to patient questions and status.
Dr. Martin & his staff are exceptional. He listens intently, answers questions & I have complete confidence in their care.
I never felt rushed, and he answered all of my questions. He was terrific!
Dr. Martin is simply outstanding! He cares about the patient. He explains everything well. He is medically superior. He cares about & teaches his staff (nurses, PA's & residents) to make them better.
My provider transmits a genuine concern for my well being. He has done this from the moment I met him.
All above very positive!
Excellent care provider team.
Dr. Martin A+++.
Doctor Martin MD showed good concern about my overall choice.
Showed us on computer right where the tumor was.
Dr. Martin is very personable & excellent in every way.
Doctor and nurses were very good
Everyone is concerned about what I am experiencing and discuss my needs.
Dr. Martin is extremely kind and takes all the time I need to answer questions and re eived the most up to date informed answers.
Outstanding !!!