
About Me
Highlights
- Best Doctor in America 2017
Specialties and Conditions I Treat
- Dermatology
- Burns
- Urticaria
- Dermatomyositis
- Sunburn
- Scleroderma, Localized
- Pruritus
- Dermatitis
- Skin Ulcer
- Cellulitis
- Lupus Erythematosus, Cutaneous
- Port-Wine Stain
- Acne Vulgaris
- Lice Infestations
- Callosities
- Nevus
- Scabies
- Skin Care
- Rosacea
- Psoriasis
- Pemphigus
- Onychomycosis
- Nail Diseases
- Keratosis, Seborrheic
- Lichen Planus
- Herpes Simplex
- Folliculitis
- Eczema
- Dermatitis, Seborrheic
- Dermatitis, Perioral
- Dermatitis, Atopic
- Dermatitis, Contact
- Alopecia
- Vitiligo
- Warts
- Tinea
- Cicatrix
- Exanthema
- Herpes Zoster
- Pressure Ulcer
- Intertrigo
- Pyoderma Gangrenosum
- Pemphigoid, Bullous
- Hemangioma
- Dermatitis Herpetiformis
- Pigmentation Disorders
- Dermatology
- Skin Cancers
- Skin Diseases
- Skin Diseases, Infectious
Locations Where I Practice

Education and Training
Medical Degree
M.D.
Indiana University School of Medicine
3/31/1977
Residency
Dermatology
University of Louisville
7/1/1978 -
6/30/1981
More About My Work
My Background
Board Certification
American Board of Dermatology
11/2/1981
My Department
My Division
Dermatology
Reviews
617 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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- Overall
4.8 out of 5 - Explains Things Clearly 4.8
- Listens Carefully 4.9
- Gives Understandable Instructions 4.8
- Knows My Medical History 4.5
- Shows Respect 4.9
- Time Spent Together 4.8
95 Patient Comments
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- State Medical Board of Ohio
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2018
Doctor Bechtel is great. Always kind, with good attitude and willing to go the extra mile to help and ensure proper care.
Reviewed on Mar 08, 2018
Doctor knows my (long) history, chooses the best of several good options because they fit ME in particular. Doctor also is modeling and teaching best practices to interns and students and staff.
Reviewed on Mar 05, 2018
Dr. Bechtel takes time to listen to your concerns.
Reviewed on Mar 04, 2018
Dr. Bechtel was kind, explained everything in detail and answered all my questions.
Reviewed on Mar 02, 2018
The best.
Reviewed on Mar 02, 2018
I feel that he is a little too fast while checking whole body scan. Last time he forgot to check my arms.
Reviewed on Mar 01, 2018
All good no bad.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2018
Dr. Bechtel is professional but at the same time being very compassionate. His manner is very reassuring.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2018
Good.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2018
Very good/professional.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2018
Dr. Bechtel is awesome.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2018
My care provider was excellent, knowledgeable, and considerate. I would highly recommend him to everybody.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2018
Dr. Bechtel is always very careful to make sure I understand my medical condition; answer my questions; and explain medication options.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2018
He's great -
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2018
I think he's doing okay understanding my condition. I think more blood work should have been done. He gave me a brief history as my condition but so far treatment hasn't helped & he's unsure as what will help long term. I'm hopeful my next visit will be more helpful. This one was not.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2018
So glad Dr. Bechtel has returned to OSU. His medical knowledge and care for his patients is excellent.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2018
Care well done.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2018
He is the nicest dr.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2018
Dr. Bechtel is the best by far.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2018
Excellent care. Have been seeing him for years!
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2018
Very thorough & professional.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2018
None! So glad he has returned.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2018
All good as usual.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2018
I was very comfortable with my provider.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2018
Dr. Bechtel is one of the BEST. I trust him completely.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2018
Provider has always been excellent in every situation.
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2018
Dr. Bechtel is typical of the physicians throughout the Wexner Medical/James Cancer Center - great physicians! All are extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, friendly, thorough, and truly care about their patients. Additionally, their teams of Nurse Practitioners and Nurses are great as well.
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2018
He was great. Took the time to explain every step of the procedure he was doing.
Reviewed on Feb 08, 2018
Always a good experience. I see him @ least every 6 mo. for many years.
Reviewed on Feb 07, 2018
Very good, anytime a skin problem happens, we call Dr. Bechtel.
Reviewed on Feb 05, 2018
Also comforting when I was very anxious about biopsy/testing/general health. Did a great job of walking me through the biopsy and actually numbed me himself as opposed to the nurse because he knew I was nervous. I appreciated that A LOT.
Reviewed on Feb 03, 2018
Mark is the best doctor on OSU staff---totally.
Reviewed on Feb 02, 2018
All good.
Reviewed on Feb 02, 2018
He is the best ever!
Reviewed on Feb 02, 2018
He is always friendly, informative & glad to see me!
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2018
I was so happy that Dr. Bechtel returned to the Columbus area. I have not seen a dermatologist since he lifted the area.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2018
No bad experiences.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2018
All good - he was a little late.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2018
Very personable.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2018
I like Dr. Bechtel so much that I did not see another provider while he was gone. If I needed a provider I would have called dr. & for a referral.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2018
Dr. Mark Bechtel is excellent. He called me with test results promptly. I've been his patient for over 30 years & he is consistently excellent & professional.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2018
All good.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2018
So glad Dr. Bechtel is back. He is an awesome dr.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2018
Just kind.
Reviewed on Jan 06, 2018
Very thorough and professional. Easy to converse with, and answered all my questions to my satisfaction.
Reviewed on Jan 06, 2018
It's Dr. Bechtel - so glad he's back!! The best!
Reviewed on Jan 03, 2018
Dr. Bechtel is awesome. He not only cares about you as a patient but as a person too!
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2017
I have seen Dr. Bechtel for years before he left OUS. I was thrilled to see he was back. He is very thorough and always answers all of my questions. He is also very personable and respects what treatment I decide on. The physician I saw while he was gone did not know my hx and tried to make me do treatments that I was not interested in.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2017
I am so thankful Dr. Bechtel is back! I had gone to him for many years before he left. I have utmost respect for his knowledge.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2017
All good.