About Me
As a physiatrist, I specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation, specifically non-operative spine care and electrodiagnostic testing. I particularly enjoy meeting and talking with my patients and identifying the best way to assist them in achieving their highest levels of function and quality of life.
I believe that all patients have distinctly unique backgrounds and life situations. When formulating a treatment plan for a patient, it’s very important that the treatment techniques are flexible as well as specific to each person.
The teamwork and multidisciplinary approach, as well as the multitude of resources available here are what make my job at Ohio State so unique and special. I also have the expertise and support of many talented colleagues.
In my free time, I really enjoy spending as much time as I can with my family. I also enjoy reading, as well as spending time outdoors.
Highlights
- Board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation
- Board certified in electrodiagnostic medicine
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
- Electromyography
- Spinal Diseases
Locations Where I Practice
543 Taylor Ave.
Columbus, OH 43203
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, OH
MD
9/4/1979 - 6/11/1983
Internship
Grant/Riverside Hospitals, Columbus, OH
7/1/1983 - 6/30/1984
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/1984 - 6/30/1987
Board Certifications
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
5/22/1988
American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
4/30/1989
Academic Information
My Department
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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.
112 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.4 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.5 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.5 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.4 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.1 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.6 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.5 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 10/25/2021, Dr. Vetter has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Straight shooting expert w/good bedside manner.
He is excellent - couldn'task for more down to earth & knowledgeable provider - course I do follow his instructions too.
All good.
Very nice man. Little or no explanation of what results he was looking for. Just a poke here and there. I told the doctor I've had neuropathy for 30 years. He did verify that.
Very professional.
Nice.
Seemed more interested in my care and situation than on previous visit.
Dr. Vetter is an amazing diagnostician. I have seen him several times when I had concerns about walking - and he has always sent me for the right tests and to the best doctors.
Good experience = was very informative and helpful.
He really cares about helping me feel better. Dr.Vetter is very knowledgeable an helps me understand what's going on with my spine (c4-5,c6-7)
Never want to see him again. (Dr. Vetter).
The care provider spent less than 20 minutes with me, asked barely any questions regarding my injury and perspective, and I did not feel heard during the appointment. I felt that the provider viewed me as just another patient to see and move on from rather than a person who is experiencing pain and asking for help. Provider did not thoroughly explain and recommendations or procedures to me and I left feeling more overwhelmed and confused than when I arrived.
John Vetter is the best
Very informative
Knowledgeable and professional.
He was very nice. Answered my questions with ease.
Good.
All good.
It was a short but thorough visit. Clearly explained diagnosis. Offered care options.
Dr. Vetter, very knowledgeable/excellent care.
Excellent care & attention.
It seemed like my care provider was rushing to get me out of his office. I did not spend more than 5 minutes with him before he claimed my issue was minor and sent me over to get X-Rays, then never went over the X-Ray results with me and sent me home without any explanations.
He was very understanding.
Good.
I think Dr. Vetter was very nice and definitely kept the experience as good as he could while zapping me (EMG). He also talked so made it seem not as bad.
I don't think he completely understood my complaints.
friendly. He had looked at my past medical history, which is quite extensive
Dr asked questions and explained my treatment options
Dr had some questions and was confused about several issues
Knowledgeable, informative and gave me the meds I felt better with.
fine
he ordered the mri I requested
didn't want to hear anything I had to say, didn't ask what I was there for!
No good experience. It was like he was too superior to waste time on me. (Dr. Vetter) it was an EMG. He raised his voice & I moved. It hurt. He told me he would send a report home with me. I asked a question, he said. No, get dressed. I waited in the exam room for about 15 minutes after dressing. Then went out and another young man asked if he could help me. I told I wanted to know if I was to wait in Dr. Vetter, my room or meet him out here. He said let me ask him. I didn't hear what the young man said but Dr. Vetter said tell her to leave. He short with me. At one point I was very panicked during the test, and didn't know what to say so I left with no report, no answers. I still haven't gotten a report nor has my family doctor who referred me to OSU. His only answer to me was "well, your back has nothing to do with your legs. No explanation as what might be or what might be done. He just walked out the door. I feel like I will be responsible for a lot of dept. with no answers about my legs.
Dr Vetter explained some testing I had had done so that I could understand it. Helped make a unpleasant test bareable.Answered questions I had. And created a continuing plan of care to deal with my health issues.
Terrible experience w/Dr. Vetter, he didn't seem to listen, didn't bother to look @ my MRI, and offered no advice, compassion, or support.
he explained everything so I understood my issues
Great listener, explains everything well, and discusses fairly.
very engaged
good assistance
V good