Leia Franchini, DO
Physician, Assistant Professor
Neurology, Neurocritical Care
Conditions and expertise
- Neurology
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Injuries
- Carotid Artery Diseases
- Cerebral Small Vessel Diseases
- Meningitis
Locations
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Academic information
Department: Neurology
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
I am a board-certified neurologist, with a subspecialty in neurocritical care, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I treat patients with complex neurological conditions, including stroke, cerebral small vessel diseases, and seizures, often in intensive care settings.
My patients and their families can rely on me for expert, compassionate care and honest communication during critical moments. I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized, evidence-based 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.
Conditions and expertise
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Injuries
- Carotid Artery Diseases
- Cerebral Small Vessel Diseases
- Meningitis
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Neurologic Dysfunctions
- Neurology
- Seizures
- Stroke
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurocritical Care
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2023 - 6/30/2025 - Residency - Neurology
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
12/14/2021 - 1/10/2022 - Residency - Psychiatry & Neurology, Neurology
- Grandview Hospital and Medical Center, Dayton, OH, United States
7/1/2019 - 6/30/2023 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- McLaren Oakland Medical Center GME, Pontiac, MI
7/1/2018 - 6/30/2019 - Masters of Public Health (MPH)
- Eastern Washington University, Cheney, WA
9/1/2014 - 5/5/2017 - Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
- Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences - College of Osteopathic Medicin, Yakima, WA, United States
8/9/2013 - 5/19/2018
Certification
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American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology-Neurology
9/16/2024
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. Franchini has reported no relationships with companies or entities.