Dr. Patricia Witman, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Pediatric Dermatology


OSU Dermatology
555 S. 18th Street
Columbus, Ohio 43205
For an appointment, call (614) 293-1707
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Patricia Witman, MD

Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.

About Dr. Patricia Witman, MD

Patricia Witman, MD is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in pediatric dermatology. She provides care to patients at OSU Dermatology where she serves as Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics.

Dr. Patricia Witman is also Director of Dermatology at Nationwide Children's Hospital

Conditions Treated

Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts

Patient Education Resources

Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...

Education & Training

Dr. Witman received here Bachelor's of Science (BS) from the University of Wisconsin prior to receiving her medical degree (MD) from the Medical College of Wisconsin.

Dr. Patricia Witman than completed her Internship in Internal Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin before completing a 3-year Dermatology Residency trainging program at the Medical College of Wisconsin.

For additional expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of childhood skin disorders, Dr. Witman completed a Pediatric Dermatology Fellowship at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF).

Professional Affiliations

OSU Dermatology

The Ohio State University Division of Dermatology, offers the latest in accurate diagnostic care. The services offered include general dermatologic evaluation, contact dermatitis patch testing, phototherapy, dermatologic surgery, Mohs Micrographic surgery and a medical Dermatology clinic for complicated or high risk patients. Chemical peels, resurfacing, vascular laser treatments and sclerotherapy procedures are performed at some locations.