Eric Adkins, MD
Physician, Professor
Emergency Medicine, Pulmonary Disease
Conditions and expertise
- Sepsis
- Airway Management
- Ultrasonography
- Internal Medicine
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Intensive Care
Locations
- University Hospital – Rhodes Hall
Academic information
Department: Emergency Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I became an emergency medicine physician because I am passionate about helping others during their most vulnerable moments. It’s a privilege to be able to positively impact larger numbers of patients in my current roles as a physician leader, educator and clinical innovator at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
As vice chair of Clinical Operations in the Department of Emergency Medicine, I oversee the delivery of emergency care across one of the nation’s largest academic health systems. This role involves leading initiatives focused on clinical efficiency, patient experience, operational safety and quality improvement, to ensure the highest standards of performance.
I am also the associate chief health information officer. I leverage my certification in Clinical Informatics and my Epic Physician Builder training to advance data-driven decision support, clinical analytics and technology innovation. I have helped implement predictive models, reduced alert fatigue and advanced informatics solutions that improve care delivery and patient outcomes.
Board-certified in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine and Clinical Informatics, I believe I bring a unique blend of clinical expertise and administrative vision to patient care. I have led grant-funded initiatives to improve care coordination and reduce emergency department utilization.
I’ve received numerous awards for my work, including recognition on the “Best Doctors in America” list. I’ve also received the ACEP Ohio Leadership Award and the Department of Emergency Medicine Distinguished Faculty Award.
In addition, my responsibilities include helping to educate the next generation of providers. I am a clinical professor of Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Highlights
- Best Doctor in America 2017
Conditions and expertise
- Airway Management
- Emergency Medicine
- Intensive Care
- Internal Medicine
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Sepsis
- Sleep Disorders
- Ultrasonography
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Pulmonary Disease
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2010 - Residency - Emergency Medicine
- Christiana Care Health System/Christiana Hospital, Newark, DE, United States
7/1/2002 - 6/30/2007 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
8/25/1998 - 5/19/2002
Certifications
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American Heart Association National Center
2/1/2023 -
American Board of Preventative Medicine
1/1/2023 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine
10/13/2010 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease
10/26/2009 -
Institution Not Present
7/1/2009 -
American Board of Emergency Medicine
11/13/2008 -
American Board of Internal Medicine
8/27/2007 -
American College of Surgeons
9/12/2006
News and media
My news coverage
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 11/3/2025 Eric Adkins 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.
- MOMI Brands
- New Albany Property