About Me
Vincent Brinkman, MD, is an assistant professor of clinical medicine and a general cardiologist who sees both outpatients and inpatients at The Ohio State Medical Center.
Dr. Brinkman earned his medical degree and completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in cardiology at Ohio State.
Dr. Brinkman specializes in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology, including stress testing and transesophageal echocardiography. Dr. Brinkman's research focuses on clinical cardiology and cardiac imaging.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014-2019
- Best Doctor in America 2017
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Cardiology
- Internal Medicine
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Echocardiography
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Nuclear Medicine
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Murmurs
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Myocarditis
- Aortic Stenosis, Subvalvular
- Heart Valve Diseases
- Heart Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Tricuspid Atresia
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Bradycardia
- Coronary Care Units
- Hypercholesterolemia
- Hypertension
Locations Where I Practice
500 London Ave.
Suite O
Marysville, OH 43040
937-642-5490
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
8/25/1997 - 6/8/2001
Internship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2001 - 6/30/2002
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2002 - 6/30/2004
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2005 - 6/30/2008
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease
11/7/2008
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Cardiovascular Medicine
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.
393 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
5.0 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.9 out of 5
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Shows Respect
5.0 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 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 09/30/2024, Dr. Brinkman has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Good Job
Super thorough and very attentive!
Dr. Brinkman always addresses any concerns and provides feedback that is understandable and helpful.
Attentive, explained options thoroughly
Dr. Brinkman is very through and explains everything to my understanding.
Always kind and considerate and friendly
He explained things how I could understand
Great
Pleasant, personable, explained what he was asking me about and why, educated me on my my condition and what test he ordered, what to do in the future, etc. I felt educated and comfortable and well taken care of.
Very informative and to the point about a plan for improving my health.
Always a good visit with Dr. Brinkman. He listens yo questions and concerns and tries to find the best plan for me!
Very good
All good here too!
He was very helpful and understanding
Best doctor I see.
Provider explained things well.
He is very reassuring and listen attentively to questions and provides very specific answers that are easy to understand
I really respect and like Dr Brinkman. He includes me in decisions about my health and cares about me. I had a big vacation planned and he did everything he could to make sure I was able to go and be healthy.
Evidenced based explanation re certain lab work implications. Addressed all my concerns w/o seeming rushed. Much appreciated!
Exceptional service
I believe my relationship with Dr. Brinkman has been well established. Each visit he listens carefully to ALL my details. He has enlightened, encouraged and been open to my thoughts on my health journey.
Experience
Great bedside manner. Knew my history very well for a first time appointment. Took time to suggest how I could minimize chances of stroke and heart attack. Scheduled more tests.
Always, well informed, personable, and responsive
Excellent
I love how Dr. Brinkman makes me feel at ease. He has a great way of talking to you and helping you understand what he is saying. He told me how proud he was, that all my numbers looked great and he was all smiles at my progress in this journey I'm on to be healthier. He is a wonderful doctor. I would recommend him to everyone.
Very good
He had my records going back 20 years and discussed how my previous heart issues may affect current problems or not.
Good experience
Very professional, knowledgeable, efficient.
He took the time to explain the test results and concerns with my health. He also addressed what I can do to address the concerns and immediately adjusted my prescriptions to improve my health. He gave me a lot of confidence that my health will improve.
Very professional
She took test needed for visit sense she noticed the last had. Been awhile.
Dr Brinkman is awesome. He never seems in a hurry to get done with my exam but takes time and asks questions. He listens to all I have to say and offers good advice.
Best cardiologist in OSU's system
All good
Nice guy
Outstanding
Great
Good
Dr Brinkman is caring yet professional.
My wife has seen Dr. Brinkman for years, so when I needed a cardiologist I requested him. I trust and am comfortable with Dr Brinkman's care.
Thoroughly explained all my questions.
Very professional and made the visit comfortable.
Very good
Good conversation with the doctor.
Dr Brinkman listened to concerns I had. He confirmed some of the plans I explained. And he gave me options to consider plus what to watch for.
Was excellent
All good
He is very good
Explained everything very well. Eas very patient, reviewed medical history and wny he thought one additional test would be good to rule out any other issues.
Dr Brinkman is caring and respectful and puts me at ease.
He went over my medical history and listened to my concerns. Very good communication.
Dr. Brinkman listened very carefully about all my concerns and also asked me lots of questions about my current health status. He spent suitable time with me to make sure all my questions were answered.
Very well informed
He's the best. That is why I drive so far to see him. This visit was a follow-up to being in the hospital for 8 days. Nothing else
All good.
We had a very informative conversation and ended with asking me if I had any questions.
Dr. Brinkman is an outstanding doctor. I am very grateful for the care I have received.
Very nice
Excellent
Courteous and concerned about my health
He is always concerned about my health and listens to my concerns
Very helpful in answering my questions
Very professional and willing to take time to listen to my concerns about my health and stress of my life. Always seems concerned plus explains things very well.
Readily discussed pros and cons about med change and discussed alternatives if needed.
Verybgoif
Excellent
No problem
Discussed my specific concerns, asked about heart and other issues from previous visits. Listened to my heart and gave me feedback about what he heard. Asked about my exercise regimen and complimented me.
All good
Took the time to address all of my questions, to help me understand treatment options
Great Doctor
Dr. Brinkman is wonderful. He is knowledgeable, extremely caring and never rushes conversations always showing he is willing to address all worries and concerns. Very happy I found Dr. Brinkman.
I couldn't be happier with my cardiologist, Dr. Brinkman.
Showed concern, wanted to solve any of my problems.
All good
I so appreciate Dr. Brinkman for his wonderful care and concern. Never have I felt any discrediting for a concern I may have; he listens intently and offers solutions.
Dr. Brinkman is a very good doctor in all respects. He is a very thoughtful and genuine person. His humanity presents itself at every visit. I particularly like that Dr. Brinkman engages me in the science of medicine in a manner that is not "dumbed down", but still understandable to me. Following eight years in Dr. Brinkmans care, my heart health is good. Labs, BP all normal for many years!
Very good
All good
He exceeded my expectations
Very good!
Dr Brinkman always listens and is compassionate yet professional.
Very pleased with Dr. Brinkman. Very pleased.
He always listens and takes all concerns seriously. He is patient and respectful
Listens
Seem to know and help me understand about test and that is to make sure everything is alright.
Could have benefited with a little more time with doctor. Had to schedule pretty far out for appointment.
All very good
Very efficient staff
Very good.
Always takes his time. Never feel rushed.
Dr. Brinkman is the best!!! His office and staff are A++!
He spoke loudly and clearly, and made good iContact. He answered every question to my satisfaction. He seemed to be aware of recent concerns with other medical doctors.
Good
Dr.Brinkman was very professional..caring & concerned. I appreciate his mannerism..& feel I am getting good care
Just annual check up Dr. Listens carefully and provides information and suggestions as warranted. Always a pleasant, comfortable and helpful experience!
Excellent
Dr Brinkman is a very good listener and easy to talk to about my heart issues. He is patient and orders any tests that he feels are necessary In order to provide me with the best care possible.
It's always great too.
Dr. Brinkman listened to my concerns and answered my questions. He is a wonderful provider
Professional
No bad things to say
Informative
No issues
He discussed any concerns I had in a way I understood. He is always friendly and professional.
Seems to be up to date on latest information
Great
Explained everything in detail about my situation.
Dr Brinkman is one of the most knowledgeable, caring doctors I have met. He genuinely care about not your health but you as a person as well.
Dr. Brinkman has always been the most caring and knowledgeable doctor. He is the ultimate professional who listens to your input and never makes me feel rushed.
Appeared to me very knowledgeable
I feel Dr Brinkman was very open and honest about my current condition. When I left his office, I had ALL my questions answered and felt very much at ease. I value Dr Brinkman as one of my health care team.
Good discussions about how my medicine was working and what to look for.
Dr. Brinkman gets a 10+.
Excellent experience
Proviider was very caring as well as very helpful to me to learn more about my health concerns. Great job. I am very pleased.
Very professional and friendly staff with sincere concern for your well being & health
All good.
Very good, professional and pleasant
Relaxed - easy to talk with -
Dr. Brinkman was amazing!!
Dr. Brinkman is always very concerned about my health. Excellent job too!
Dr. Brinkman is a great doctor & guided me through the treatment that I needed, successfully curing my A-Fib. He always spends time with me explaining things & listens.
Courteous, friendly, concerned about my health, always smilies and fun to talk to
Dr. Brinkman has been my cardiologist for well over a decade. I have the utmost confidence in his decisions about my care over these years and how he takes the time to address my concerns, so much so that I travel over 300 miles (round trip) fro check ups and tests.
Excellent doctor...
Really like Dr. Brinkman, sometimes I am not the easiest pt. to deal with - Dr. Brinkman is patient and understanding - Thanks Dr. Brinkman -
Dr Brinkman is the best! Took all the time I needed and answered all my concerns!
I was very pleased with the time given to educate me on A fib. - I never felt rushed and each question was answered and explained in detail. All options were described in detail as well.
Very good care provider.
Always listens.
Dr Brinkman is always caring, compassionate yet professional.
Dr Brinkman is always caring, compassionate yet professional.
Extremely pleased with Dr Brinkman. Very confident in his ability to treat my situation.
Very interested in my overall health
No bad ones.
Excellent
Dr. Brinkman is always awesome! He sits and talks with me and I never feel hurried with him.
Very professional & very caring.
Care provider very willing to answer questions - not hurried.
Both the resident and cardiologist were very attentive and answered my questions well
Very good
Dr. Brinkman is an outstanding physician who who takes time to understand and discuss my condition.
Knew about my condition, etc.
He is very good at his job. I have recommended him to several family members.