Summary

John K. Wakelin III grew up on Sylvania, Ohio before attending Xavier University and receiving his Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Magna Cum Laude. He attended Xavier as a Service Fellow, which gave him the opportunity to perform volunteer service at several Cincinnati agencies, while on a full scholarship. From there Dr. Wakelin went to The Ohio State University College of Medicine and received his M.D. While at Ohio State he was fortunate enough to discover his calling, Plastic Surgery. After completing three years of General Surgery residency at Mt. Carmel, Dr Wakelin completed Plastic Surgery residency at Ohio State Medical Center. He also remains active in his community and continues to volunteer his time to numerous organizations locally, nationally, and internationally. Dr. Wakelin has made recent trips to Egypt, Paraguay, Nicaragua, Honduras, and Peru with Operation Smile, performing cleft lip and palate surgeries for children and adults.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ohio State University Medical Center
  • 33 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. John Keene Wakelin III, MD, FACS has 4 locations

Columbus Aesthetic And Plastic Surgery Upper Arlington

5005 Arlington Centre BlvdUpper Arlington, OH 43220
Mon8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ohiohealth Riverside Methodist Hospital

3535 Olentangy River RdColumbus, OH 43214

Columbus Aesthetic And Plastic Surgery Upper Arlington

405 POLARIS PKWY STE 104WESTERVILLE, OH 43082
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed

Mount Carmel Saint Anns Hospital

500 S Cleveland AveWesterville, OH 43081

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Dr. John Keene Wakelin III, MD, FACSDr. Walter Lang Bernacki, MDDr. Brian Kenneth Dorner, MDDr. Ravinder Jarial, DO
Plastic SurgeryPlastic SurgeryPlastic SurgeryPlastic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
3.5 
3.9 
26 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Upper Arlington , OHGahanna , OHDublin , OHWest Palm Beach , FL
Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Keene Wakelin III, MD, FACS

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • OhioHealthy
  • OSU Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Keene Wakelin III, MD, FACS has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Keene Wakelin III, MD, FACS has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Cosmetic Surgery
  • Dermabrasion
  • Hair Restoration
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Liposuction (Lipectomy)
  • Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery)
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ohio State University Medical Center

Medical School

Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public HealthGraduated in 2000

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. John Wakelin III, MD, FACS speak?
Dr. John Wakelin III, MD, FACS speaks English.
Where is Dr. John Wakelin III, MD, FACS's office located?
Dr. John Wakelin III, MD, FACS's office is located at 5005 Arlington Centre Blvd, Upper Arlington, OH, 43220.
Does Dr. John Wakelin III, MD, FACS accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Wakelin III, MD, FACS accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Wakelin III, MD, FACS affiliated with?
Dr. John Wakelin III, MD, FACS is affiliated with Mercy Health Urbana Hospital.
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