About Me
I'm a dermatologist who specializes in the skin surveillance of patients with a history of melanoma and/or atypical moles. I also see patients with cutaneous lymphoma.
At The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute, I'm the director of the Pigmented Lesions Clinic, where I conduct skin checks in patients with a personal or family history of melanoma and/or a personal history of atypical or dysplastic moles. During these visits, I can take advantage of our on-site full body photography, which has been shown to improve the quality of skin checks by making it easier to identify new or changing moles and reducing the number of unnecessary skin biopsies. At The James, I also see patients with early-stage cutaneous lymphoma and lymphoproliferative disorders.
In addition to conducting research in these arenas, I'm passionate about improving access to dermatologic care for underserved populations and am leading several research and clinical projects with this objective.
Coming to Ohio State felt a bit like coming home, as I was born and raised in Cincinnati. Following college, I worked as a teacher at a residential school for children with autism spectrum disorders for a few years before attending medical school at the University of Pennsylvania, where I also stayed for dermatology residency. While at the University of Pennsylvania, I served as chief resident and also completed a clinical fellowship in cutaneous oncology, splitting my time caring for patients with a history of melanoma and cutaneous lymphoma.
I enjoy spending my spare time with my young daughters and husband, mostly taking meandering walks around our neighborhood, but also occasionally exploring local parks and restaurants. I still consider myself new to Columbus and love hearing any and all local recommendations from my patients!
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancers
- Dermatology
- Lymphoma, T-Cell, Cutaneous
- Nevus, Pigmented
- Skin Care
- Moles
Locations Where I Practice
1328 Dublin Road
Suite 100 Columbus, OH 43215
2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Pennsylvania Perleman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
MD
9/1/2009 - 5/1/2013
Internship
New York University School of Medicine, New York, NY
7/1/2013 - 6/30/2014
Fellowship
University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
7/1/2014 - 6/30/2015
Residency
University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
7/1/2015 - 6/30/2018
Board Certification
American Board of Dermatology
7/26/2019
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Dermatology
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.
214 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.7 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.7 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.7 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.8 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.4 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.8 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.7 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. Spaccarelli has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Personable.
I like her very much
Very pleasant, professional, attentive to questions, reassuring, knowledgeable. Highly recommend.
Pleasant and efficient and expert.
I learned about my condition and treatment - Excellent visit.
Everything was great!
Dr. Spaccarelli is very attentive and complete.
Dr. Natalie spoke kindly to my mother. She spoke loud enough & looked directly at my mother's face so she could see & hear her. Very professional.
Appreciated the time she took to review my chart, then to discuss my most recent history and concerns in person. She was a compassionate listener and a knowledgeable physician.
Natalie was amazing, she listened to all my concerns and listed several treatment options, and we decided the best course of action based on my previous medication trials.
Very helpful, gave me all the time I needed.
Dr. N. Spaccarelli takes a lot of interest in her patients. She was VERY thorough in my exam - explained everything she was doing or going to do! She was generous with her time! I wish all doctors were as nice, thoughtful and caring as Dr. Spaccarelli!!
Dr. Spaccarelli seemed very knowledgeable and professional and took care of my questions and needs to my satisfaction.
Amazing experience with my doc. and will be back next year for my annual physical/screening. Very good experience.
Very nice
Things went very well.
Listened carefully & alldessed all of my concrrns
I was surprised when the doctor suggested that I have psoriatic arthritis since no one previously had mentioned that even though I have seen two podiatrists at OSU in the last three years, and am going to Physical Therapy presently. No one had asked about psoriasis before, but having looked into the symptoms, I think Dr. Spaccarelli is right, and I will follow up on that.
Very personable.Let me know how and when to expect results
Explained everything. She let my daughter come in with me. Did not receive results yet of the spot she removed on MyChart.
Very knowledgeable and attentive
She is great.
Full of knowledge and helpful
I really liked her. Very understanding and listened to me and offer recommendations.
Provider and nurse were great
Knowledgeable, good advice.
Dr. Speccarelli was really nice & compassionate while doing my procedure. I have no problem with care just with scheduling response times & getting me in for surgery.
My family dr suggested a biopsy. Care provider said no. Wanted to schedule patch testing that would require three days of missing work. I was told "that's unfortunate ". Didn't fully listen or take my concerns seriously. I was concerned about the steroid cream but was told to use it then take a break. Nothing discussed to use during the break.
The drs. awesome always answers my questions the dr. called me herself and had an appointment for me the next day.
I like my provider and will be going back to her.
Very professional attitude. Efficient office.
She was very caring and was easy to talk to
Could have explained results of future treatment and expectations from treatment I'm undergoing.
Dr. Spaccarelli did an AMAZING job of making an embarrassing situation seem somehow normal and carefree - as always. I can't imagine a better dermatologist.
excellent interaction
very prompt and efficient
all care is good
Listened to my concerns and suggested a treatment to alleviate my concern and prevent a possible future problem.
timely, friendly, efficient and knowledgeable.
Very friendly.
fine
Good, fine, OK.
Dr. Spaccarelli was very caring & compassionate and very professional.
I was very satisfied, no complains.
very good experience. fFirst time I saw her. will go back.
She took the time to answer many questions.
Dr. Spaccarelli was thorough, cheerful, efficient and knowledgeable.
listened as I talked about my problem discussed different options of treatment good bedside mannerv
Dr. Spaccarelli is also kind and sympathetic. She is understanding and approachable. The only thing is she can be a bit hurried at times. I have to have my questions in mind and jump to ask them before she leaves the room. She is kind about it, just seems to have other places to go to quickly.
she was very friendly and clearly explained the whats whys and when's. I felt she was thorough abs concerned
Dr. Spaccarelli is very professional and a asset to your organization.
Excellent manner, and concern & diagnosis!
everyone was great! I've already recommended people to the office!
Also kind helped me understand my options and answered a lot of questions.
friendly, polite, thorough exam, explained findings.
She was very helpful in giving me options for a skin care concern.
explained what she was doing
Excellent provider with good experience.
Excellent professionalism, listening and time spent.
very thorough
Very friendly and competent
good. attentive. personable. thorough.
She was very good.
None. Great service.
Pleasant experience.
Dr. Spaccarelli is very knowledgeable and is a truly nice person. I think she is over-scheduled as visits with her a quite brief - little chance to ask additional questions. I would recommend her as a dermatologist, but not the office.
I had to see this doctor for an urgent appointment and I was able to do that.
Very patient about answering all my questions
I am really impressed with the dr. and the entire office.
explained detailed information regarding my issue and prescription
She was okay, I really felt it was a waste of time. I probably will not go back.
Natalie seems to be attentive and really listens to whatever problems or concerns you may have regarding your health.
I really like my provider, I just feel like I never have enough time to go through my problem with her. The appointments always feel rushed
She was very kind, patient, and listened attentively. She addressed all of my concerns & was very thorough.
Everyone friendly.
Very friendly, helpful and attentive. Listened to my concerns and addressed them.
I felt as if she was trying to move me out of there as possible. It seemed as if she had no interest in forming a doctor/patient relationship and I was just one of many patients she was forced to see that day.
shocked the way I was examined ... hardly felt my lymph nodes just didn't feel like I was being examined carefully as a melanoma survivor
Very professional and careful to explain the issues with my skin