Stephanie Zaino, APRN-CNP

About Me

I became a board-certified nurse practitioner because I am passionate about helping patients achieve their health goals through support and encouragement. As a primary care provider at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I see patients for acute illnesses and injuries and have experience treating chronic autoimmune conditions such as multiple sclerosis, inflammatory bowel disease and rheumatoid arthritis.

My patients can expect an evidence-based, holistic approach with treatments tailored to their specific goals and values. Building a trusting relationship with patients and their families is important to me. I recognize that each patient has unique challenges and concerns, and I do all I can to support them. I strive to ensure every patient feels heard and understood, and they can count on me for compassion and empathy in every encounter.

Throughout my career, I’ve supported patients during some of their most vulnerable moments. My previous experiences have included time spent as an emergency department nurse, caring for hospitalized patients at the bedside, and treating patients in urgent care facilities during the pandemic. I was also inspired by time spent in El Salvador during my undergraduate career, where I saw people supporting each other despite their own struggles. I recognized this as a call to serve my own community and to always give my best self to others.

My role also includes helping educate and guide future nurses and nurse practitioners. Outside of work, I’m involved with the Catholic Medical Association and the Order of Malta to provide health care to those who cannot afford it. I also offer my time as a childcare volunteer to support underserved mothers and serve as a Girl Scout troop leader.

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

• Disease Management
• Acute Disease
• Primary Care
• Preventive Medicine
• Family Practice
• Chronic Disease