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Dr. John Wakelin, MD

Dr. John Wakelin, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. John Wakelin, MD is a plastic surgeon in Columbus, OH and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities Riverside Methodist Hospital and Grady Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

5005 Arlington Centre Blvd Columbus, OH 43220

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Dr. Wakelin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wakelin

4.0
24 ratings, 5 with a written review
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1 star
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$10,000 I had a tummy tuck 2 years ago this month to repair my stomach from emergency surgery in 2016. Dr. Wakelin basically cut me open and closed me back because my stomach was no smaller than it was prior to the surgery. I wasted $10,000 for nothing and I’m still paying for it with no results. He tells you what you want to hear but results show he couldn’t do it. I wish I’d never went to his office and his nurse is the same way. She was nice until they got my money and then rude afterwards.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Linda – Dec 08, 2019
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Dr. Wakelin was referred to me by a friend who had breast reconstruction surgery after a mastectomy. I had a breast reduction and my daughter had breast implants. All of us are very very pleased with our surgeries! I highly recommend Dr. Wakelin!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Orrville, OH – Mar 03, 2017
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De. Waklin is very skilled professional with excellent gentle injections & bedside manner. He helps alleviate ocular & painful migraines w Botox. Staff are very professional & caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Columbus, OH – Dec 08, 2016
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Dr. Wakelin and staff are phenomenal, helpful and informative. I'm 54 yrs old and feel like we're taking aging on gracefully together...Best office!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Lori Moyer in Zanesville, Oh – Dec 08, 2016
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Everyone is so professional and courteous. They treat me like I'm really important. That's a wonderful feeling. I'm looking in the mirror again after 16 years of not looking in the mirror. I feel pretty again. I didn't think that would be possible. I would do it 100 times over. They're the Best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Rose S in Columbus, OH – Nov 29, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. John Wakelin has the gift of an astute artistic eye which enables him to provide truly impeccable, natural results. Most patients are looking for a plastic surgeon who they connect with and feel truly understands the results they want. Dr....read more
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Private Practice - Group/partnership

  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

  • Ohio State University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2005
  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005
  • Mt. Carmel Health System

    Internship Hospital, 2001
  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
  • Xavier University

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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  • TOP 5 PLASTIC SURGEON IN COLUMBUS, Consumers Checkbook Guide to Top Doctors, 2010

  • TOP DOCTOR, PLASTIC SURGERY, COLUMBUS OHIO, The Global Directory of Whos Who, 2011

  • OPERATION SMILE PLASTIC SURGEON, Managua, Nicaragua, 2007

  • PATIENTS CHOICE AWARD, 2009, 2010

  • OPERATION SMILE PLASTIC SURGEON, Alexandria, Egypt, 2009

  • OPERATION SMILE PLASTIC SURGEON, Zhengzhou, China, 2010

  • OPERATION SMILE PLASTIC SURGEON, Asuncion, Paraguay, 2008

  • Surgical Resident of the Year, Columbus Childrens Hospital, 2003

  • TOP 5 COSMETIC SURGEON IN COLUMBUS Docs Rate Docs Survey, 2010

  • Ohio Health Second Opinion Breast Cancer Clinic, Member, 2005-date

  • Americas Top Plastic Surgeons, 2006-2011

  • Operation Smile, Medical Mission Teammember, Tegucigalpa, Honduras, 2003

  • Operation Smile, Medical Mission Teammember, Lima, Peru, 2006

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Locations

Practice

Office5005 Arlington Centre Blvd Columbus, OH 43220
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 1:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office4030 Easton Sta Ste 260 Columbus, OH 43219
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Riverside Methodist Hospital

    3535 Olentangy River Rd
    Columbus, OH 43214
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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  • Grady Memorial Hospital

    561 W Central Ave
    Delaware, OH 43015

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

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