John Christman, MD
Physician, Professor
Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine
Conditions and expertise
- Intensive Care Units
- Intensive Care
- Sleep Disorders
- Pulmonary Medicine
Locations
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Academics and research
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I am a board-certified pulmonologist and critical care physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in pulmonary disease, sleep disorders and intensive care medicine. My patients can rely on me for high quality, compassionate care and honest communication in every encounter.
I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of skilled experts to ensure each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs and values. In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I am passionate about educating and mentoring the next generation of providers.
I am a professor of Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Conditions and expertise
- Intensive Care
- Intensive Care Units
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Sleep Disorders
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Critical Care Medicine
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
7/1/1983 - 6/30/1984 - Fellowship - Pulmonary Disease
- University of Vermont Medical Center, Burlington, VT, United States
7/1/1981 - 6/30/1983 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- IU Health University Hospital, Indianapolis, IN, United States
7/1/1979 - 6/30/1981 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- IU Health University Hospital, Indianapolis, IN, United States
7/1/1978 - 6/30/1979 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Indiana University School of Medicine-Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, United States
8/1/1974 - 6/30/1978
Certifications
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American Heart Association National Center
10/17/2024 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine
11/10/1987 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease
11/13/1984 -
American Board of Internal Medicine
9/16/1981
Academics and research
My research interests include Epigenetic and Transcriptional regulation of the Macrophage inflammatory phenotype in ARDS and severe asthma.
Research interests
- ARDS
- Severe Asthma
Current Research
R01HL137224-05A1 (PI: Christman) 01/01/2018 – 03/31/2027
Regulation of the macrophage inflammatory phenotype in ARDS
In this proposed research, we will examine the role of NFAT on EV lipid and protein content and their role in mediating permeability pulmonary edema (ARDS) in the clinically relevant mouse models. Our supportive data show that NFATc3 regulates expression of cytoplasmic phospholipase A-2 (cPLA2) and cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-2) that are associated with changes in the lipid content of EVs and that NFATc3 dependent proteins and lipids disrupt the permeability barrier in culture pulmonary microvascular endothelial cells.
Awards and Honors
- John A. Prior Professorship, the Ohio State University, Columbus OH 2015
- Fellow in the American Thoracic Society 2018
Academic information
- Department:
- Internal Medicine
- Division:
- Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep
More about my research
News and media
My news coverage
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. Christman has reported no relationships with companies or entities.