About Me
The hand is a visual and functional marvel that is crucial for maintaining independence in our day-to-day lives. As a plastic surgeon who specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery, I strive to restore form and function to my patients.
During each patient encounter, I treat everyone with dignity, respect and kindness. In order to understand how I can best partner with my patients and individualize the care I provide, I take the time to get to know each one so that I can better grasp their problem in the context of their daily life. The opportunity to see my patients return to doing the work and activities they love is one of the most rewarding parts of my job.
In addition to treating patients, I enjoy teaching and mentoring the next generation of doctors and surgeons here at The Ohio State University. Our surgeons, fellows and residents offer truly exceptional care to our patients, and it is a privilege to work as a part of this team.
In my free time, I enjoy staying active and being outdoors, playing basketball, baseball and golf, as well as traveling, cooking and spending time with my wonderful family. I also have a passion for global surgery and have participated in surgical mission trips to Kenya, Peru, Nicaragua and Mexico.
Highlights
- Member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
- Surgeon on Operation Smile mission trips to Nicaragua and Mexico
- Resident Excellence in Teaching Award, Southern Illinois University Department of Surgery, 2014-2016
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Surgical Procedures, Operative
- Surgery, Plastic
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Hand Injuries
- Microsurgery
- Fractures, Bone
- Orthopedics
- Tennis Elbow
- Quadriplegia
- Brachial Plexus
- Arm Injuries
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Peripheral Nerve Injuries
- Radius Fractures
Locations Where I Practice
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-9431
in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
3rd Floor Suite 3200
Columbus, OH 43212
614-366-4263
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Dayton, OH
8/4/2008 - 5/25/2012
Residency
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL
7/1/2012 - 6/30/2018
Fellowship
University Of Washington Medical Center, Seattle, WA
8/1/2018 - 7/31/2019
Board Certification
American Board of Plastic Surgery
11/15/2020
Academic Information
My Department
Plastic Surgery
My Division
Plastic Surgery
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.
211 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 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
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.8 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 09/30/2022, Dr. Schmucker has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
Caring and gentle
Explained my condition very well and I feel confident in this surgeon to perform my carpal tunnel surgery.
Dr.Schumaker confirmed the diagnosis made by the PA. He presented different treatment options for me. Very easy to understand when he explained the treatment option I chose.
Just drove all the way home and they called me to come back to tell me my finger was broke. Saw him for 2 minutes to give me a bandaid to tape 2 fingers together. Very unnecessary! Waste of time.
Pleasent, knowledgeable friendly and caring
Excellent "bedside" manner. Superb clinician.
He made certain I understood what the surgery entailed and that I was comfortable
Both were hands on, had good eye contact, smiled and showed interest by engaging inconversation both relevant to the reason for my visit and history.
Easy/ quick and knowledgeable
Dr was very knowledgeable and kind. He helped me understand what was going on and explained all of my options
The doctors there are incredible
Dr. Ryan was very attentive to me and cared for my needs
Very professional
Friendly helpfulgreat
Dr. Schmucker was very thorough and gave me enough time to make a decision about course of action for my condition.
My doctor explained my condition and had a piece of paper with diagram to show me condition.
Very personable and friendly. Made me very relaxed.
Very knowledgeable, capable, kind and attenitive to accessing my medical situation.
Seemed very sharp
Excellent demeaner - both resident as well as primary doctor
Be listen to my concerns and he explain to myself and my husband what he could help with the issue I was having in detail and how could solve the issue in a manner in on which we could understand.
Care provider listened and I felt safe and comfortable
Exceeded expectations.
Very knowledgeable
Very good.
Very easy to talk to, explained everything well.
Friendly; thorough in explanation of problem and treatment options.
Super polite and respectful
This was my first time seeing Dr. Shumacker. He was awesome .
Dr. Schmucker was very friendly, knowledgeable, and understanding about my condition; also was cooperative with my need for a local, rather than a general anesthesia for my upcoming surgery.
Very nice; explained the problem well.
Excellent Customer Service Care, I received from the Doctor. I would recommend others to him. He listens, explains, shows images, answers all my questions and was polite.?Easy to talk to, very patient and even has a good sense of humor! That's rare.
All great experience
Very concerning
Dr. and entire staff excellent.
Dr. Schmucker is very efficient when he starts his procedures. He seems knowledgable and well versed in the care I required.
Provider listened and addressed questions.
Always knowledgeable and awesome
He listened to my concerns and answered all my questions
All good experiences under their care.
I had seen a provider more local to me but didn't feel good about his recommendations. Decided to consult Dr. Schmucker who had done a muscle biopsy on me a yr. & a half prior. I left this appt. feeling heard & understood and much more confident in HIS care!
Dr. Schmucker provided fantastic care. He kept me at ease and explained everything clearly.
Dr. Schmucker is an exceptional doctor!
Good
Very attentive.
All good
Excellent explanation of injury. Accompanied me to X-ray and PT
Very very good, experiences.
Doctor and staff understand the problem I was having with my hand.
Very good and knowledgeable about hand anatomy and care!
I've had two prior hand surgeries with Dr.Schmucker, and my husband has had two trigger finger release procedures with Dr. Schumucker. Dr. Schmucher has always been very courteous, caring, professional, easy to talk with and interested in our concerns and what we had to say. He is top-notch in my book, I would be hard-pressed to find another doctor who would top him in both surgical skills and patient care.
Understanding
Very professional, neat, clean appearance, gave me information on trigger finger (the reason for my visit).
The provider was very knowledgeable and really listened to my concerns.
Physician was articulate in explaining the problem/diagnosis and proposed treatment. I was first seen by the resident in training, and the physician set a fine example of interaction with a patient who wanted a good understanding of the problem, treatment, and likely outcome.
No bad.
Dr. Smucker is wonderful and very in tune with my needs.
All good.
Very good.
Polite & knowledgeable.
He explained things that other doctors I have seen for my condition were not able to tell me.
I absolutely love Schmuker he is the greatest an been a blessing to have in my life. He has took very good care of me.
The doc couldn't have been more patient and caring. Took all the time I wanted explaining to me.
Physician is a very good listener and concern my problems
Seemed very personable and friendly when meeting him for the first time. Asked pertinent questions about why I was there. Checked my aching thumb and explained what the care he was prescribing.
He was ok
Very good.
Good
All good.
This care provider is awesome!!!
I just Love Dr. Ryan Schmucker he is awesome doctor the took good care of me.
Nothing negative. He was pleasant, informative and thorough. He was late for my appointment. He was very apologetic for that.
Wonderful experience. Dr. Schmucker was very professional yet personable. Listened carefully and was easy to talk to. I was very impressed w/him. Made me feel that he was competent and trustworthy.