Tonya Define, APRN-CNP
Nurse Practitioner
Orthopaedics
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614-293-3668Conditions and expertise
- Podiatry
- Orthopedics
Locations
- Outpatient Care East
- Outpatient Care New Albany
- Outpatient Care Lewis Center
Academic information
Department: Orthopaedics
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
As a Certified Nurse Practitioner in the Podiatry Department, I specialize in diabetic foot exams as well as toenail trimming and callus debridement. I assist patients with general foot care and focus on preventative measures to reduce their risk for foot complications related to diabetes. Educating the patient is an important part of what I do as I have been a nurse for over 25 years. Empowering the patient to be an active part of their care is very important to me.
I can manage and treat foot issues such as Fungal toenails, Athletes foot, neuropathy and pre-ulcerative lesions. I can provide prescriptions for Diabetic shoes and custom orthotics and refer patients with more complicated issues such as foot wounds, deformities, infections, or significant pain to our team of Physicians.
I chose to come to Ohio State because of its excellent reputation and collaborative environment. I enjoy working with a great team of professionals dedicated to providing the best patient care at a medical center that offers an abundance of resources to make it all possible.
When I’m not working I love spending time with my husband, our two teenagers and friends. We enjoy traveling together and attending various sporting events.
Conditions and expertise
- Orthopedics
- Podiatry
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Master of Science (MS) - Nurse Practitioner
- Ohio State University College Of Nursing, Columbus, OH, USA
8/21/2013 - 5/7/2017
Certification
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American Academy of Nurse Practitioners-Family Nurse Practitioner
6/24/2017
Ratings and 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.
Tanya so attentive and asking not only about me but also how my family doing. Always concerned about my feet and asking if anything needs to be addressed. I think I have ugly toes but I am at ease with her working on my toes & checking my feet.
She is thorough, careful, and provides excellent care. She is personable and responds appropriately to any questions I may have.
Even though my condition can be painful or uncomfortable she is always careful and gives me information and reassurance in what to do if something gets worse or doesn't improve
Good
Good social skills and excellent knowledge
Care provider is excellent!
Very good
Tonya was very efficient and gentle. Great treatment.
Good
She asked very good questions, and listened carefully. I appreciated that she was gentle as my feet are usually tender and sore after walking long distances.
Very knowledgeable about the care she is giving
Professional and knowledgeable Provider
Everyone concern more for health
The team was good
Very friendly and efficient at her task
Good
She was good and careful cutting the nails.But I believe that the soaking the feet will in antibacterial solution will help prevent infection and the fungus will loose contact with the nail.
Great care
Very thorough and efficient, while polite and thorough.
This provider always goes way out of her way to make me feel comfortable and does a great job with the treatment I reveive