Melissa Tornero-Bold, MD
Anesthesiologist, Associate Professor
Anesthesiology Pain Management, Anesthesiology
Make an appointment
614-293-2225
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Spinal Care
- Back Pain
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndromes
- Headache
Locations
- Spine Care in Outpatient Care East
Academic information
Department: Anesthesiology
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
As an anesthesiologist and pain medicine physician here at Ohio State, I specialize in anesthesiology, pain medicine and neuromodulation. I’m also credentialed in acupuncture.
I strongly believe in patient education. My approach to patient care involves educating each of my patients so that we’re able to work together to create individualized care plans. I take the time to help them understand the risks and benefits of treatments, possible interventions and medication management. I like to make sure my patients know all of their treatment options, ranging from the most conservative to more invasive.
I’m passionate about my career mainly because pain has the potential to cause so much disability. I work with patients to help them through this process in order for them to achieve the fullest life possible.
My favorite part about working at Ohio State is the amazing staff and team of physicians. We all share the same goal of providing the best comprehensive care to our patients.
When I’m not working, I like to spend time with my family and enjoying the outdoors.
Highlights
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2018, 2019
- Member, North American Neuromodulation Society
- Member, International Association for the Study of Pain
- Member, American Society of Anesthesiologists
- Member, American Academy of Pain Medicine
- Member, Pharmacy and Therapeutics Executive Committee at Ohio State
Conditions and expertise
- Back Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndromes
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
- Headache
- Neck Pain
- Nerve Block
- Osteoarthritis
- Pain Management
- Sacroiliac Joint
- Spinal Care
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Spinal Diseases
- Spinal Stenosis
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Pain Medicine, Pain Medicine
- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
7/1/2014 - 8/31/2015 - Residency - Anesthesiology
- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2010 - Internship - Transitional Year
- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
6/1/2006 - 6/30/2007 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, OH, United States
8/27/2001 - 5/13/2006
Certifications
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American Heart Association National Center
9/12/2024 -
American Board of Anesthesiology/Pain Medicine
9/19/2015 -
American Board of Anesthesiology
4/15/2011
Ratings and reviews
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Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Melissa Tornero-Bold has reported no relationships with companies or entities.