John K. Wakelin, M.D., F.A.C.S
Dr. John Wakelin is widely recognized for being a talented and caring plastic surgeon in Columbus, Ohio, with an artistic eye that allows him to provide excellent results. Dr. Wakelin specializes in plastic surgery of the face and breast as well as body contouring surgery. He spends time with you to truly understand your goals and create a highly personalized treatment plan so you can look and feel your best. He is always focused on your safety, and his team at Columbus Aesthetic and Plastic surgery makes every effort to make your experience comfortable, pleasant, and informative.
He credits his extensive training and meticulous attention to detail for being able to apply his breadth of knowledge in the treatment of his patients. "I try to approach each patient as an individual in order to really understand that patient's expectations and goals," explains Dr. Wakelin. He believes strongly that carefully listening to each patient enables a surgeon to "formulate a comprehensive surgery and treatment plan tailored to each individual's needs."
Additionally, Dr. Wakelin is enthusiastic about his work with numerous charity organizations. His missions with Operation Smile, an internationally respected charity, have taken him to developing countries like Honduras, Paraguay, Nicaragua, and Peru, where he performed reconstructive surgery on children and adults with cleft lips and palates. While discussing these activities, Dr. Wakelin states, "I feel a strong sense of responsibility to use my talents and training to help others in my community as well as other regions of the world."
Dr. Wakelin is the Chief of Plastic Surgery at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He also serves on the Clinical Faculty of The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, teaching residents and medical students on a daily basis. Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Wakelin has also been named one of "America's Top Plastic Surgeons" by the Consumer's Research Council of America since 2006. You can also learn more about Dr. Wakelin at www.DrWakelin.com.
Although this Ohio native will occasionally relax by running, sailing, mountain biking or cooking, much of his time is spent learning about the newest surgical techniques through reading and attendance at conferences. "I have always been very dedicated to maintaining and updating my knowledge. My involvement in teaching residents and medical students further drives me to stay on the cutting edge."
Dr. Wakelin received his medical degree from the Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, in Columbus, Ohio. He trained in General Surgery Residency at Mount Carmel Medical Center, and then he completed a Plastic Surgery Residency at the Ohio State University Medical Center. Dr. Wakelin is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
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