Jessica Prokup, MD
Physician, Assistant Professor
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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614-293-7604Conditions and expertise
- Spina Bifida
- Botulinum Toxins
- Cerebral Palsy
- Transition to Adult Care
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
Locations
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
Academic information
Department: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
As a physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) physician, I specialize in caring for adult patients with neurodevelopmental and pediatric-onset disabilities. At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I often treat patients with cerebral palsy, spina bifida, Down syndrome, Rett syndrome and genetic disorders. My clinic focuses on pediatric-to-adult health care transition, aging with pediatric-onset and developmental disabilities, spasticity management, management of braces and orthotics, and evaluation and management of durable medical equipment and assistive devices/wheelchairs.
My interest in this specialty is both personal and professional because I have an older brother with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I know how challenging it can be for these patients to access quality medical care and find physicians who are a good fit for them, and I provide the same optimal care that I would want my brother to receive. I recognize the importance of collaborating with both patients and their families, and my person-centered and family-centered approach customizes treatments to each person’s unique needs.
I am proud to work at Ohio State, where I attended medical school and completed the Nisonger Center’s LEND Program, and to now educate future physicians. In addition to my clinical work, I am an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
My research focuses on health care disparities of Ohioans with developmental disabilities throughout their lifespan and strategies for increasing disability education in medical training.
I was honored to receive the Excellence in Public Health Award by the U.S. Public Health Service – Department of Health and Human Services for my work to improve care for people with disabilities. I have also received the Emerging Leader Award from the Association for University Centers on Disabilities.
I am also an active member of the American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine, serving a term on their Lifespan Committee, and I’m involved with the Spina Bifida Association and the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
When I’m not working, I love spending time with family and playing with my dog. I enjoy playing board games (especially detective games), running and cooking.
Conditions and expertise
- Botulinum Toxins
- Cerebral Palsy
- Developmental Disabilities
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Muscle Spasticity
- Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
- Spina Bifida
- Transition to Adult Care
Locations
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Pavilion 3rd Floor Suite 3300
Columbus, OH 43221
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, United States
8/1/2015 - 5/2/2019
Certification
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American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
7/1/2024
Ratings and reviews
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49 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Jessica Prokup has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Dr. Prokup is phenomenal in every way. She knows his history well and examines him thoroughly. Dr. Prokup listens to all the details of the guardian while planning any treatment. She is an excellent diagnostician. Michael is doing well in great part to Dr. Prokup.
Good
Easy to talk with, friendly, knowledgeable
Very Professional
Loved her. She did a great job!
No bad experiences
I loved her she is kind respectful and she seems to care for her patients
Dr. Prokup is one of the best physicians we have seen in Michael's long history of specialists in 35 years. She is always prepared and knows his history well even though she has been with him just two years. I have recommended her to other patients. I would follow her anywhere. I trust her completely.
All good
It was a very good experience
Dr Prokup answered questions and thoroughly explained everything.
She was awesome! Have been looking for someone with post polio knowledge and experience.
Dr. Prokup is attentives, listens, and looks for solutions.
The doctor was very friendly, kind, and caring. She was knowledgeable and made my daughter feel very comfortable before and during her Botox injection procedures for her arm and leg.
I am quadriplegic and Dr Prokup was Willing to be helpful in any way. Concerned for any physical problems I had and what if anything was being done now or in the future to help the situation.
Good
Respectful of adult patient with intellectual disability