Frank Weigel, DO

Assistant Professor

Internal Medicine

Frank Weigel

Academic information

  • Department: Internal Medicine
  • Division: Cardiovascular Medicine

Research interests

  • Cardiomyopathies
  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Dyslipidemias
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Primary Prevention

About

Biography

I am an assistant professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, and I specialize in cardiovascular medicine, clinical education and mentorship. My research focuses on advancing cardiovascular care through scholarly inquiry, dissemination of research findings and the education and development of future physicians.

My experience in academic medicine has shaped my approach to research, teaching and patient care. Working in an academic medical center allows me to integrate clinical practice with education and continuous learning. These experiences have reinforced the importance of asking meaningful questions, evaluating evidence thoughtfully and translating new knowledge into better care for patients.

Teaching and mentorship are central to my academic work. I value opportunities to work with medical students, resident physicians, fellows and colleagues, helping them develop clinical reasoning skills and confidence in navigating complex cardiovascular conditions. Teaching challenges me to continually refine my own understanding while fostering an environment that encourages curiosity, collaboration and professional growth.

My scholarly interests include cardiovascular disease prevention, advanced cardiovascular imaging and the advancement of evidence-based cardiovascular care. I have presented research at national scientific meetings and contributed to peer-reviewed publications. Through my research, teaching and mentorship, I strive to contribute to the cardiovascular medicine community while supporting the next generation of physician-scientists and clinicians.

Credentials

Education

Fellowship - Cardiovascular Disease
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2023 - 6/30/2026
Residency - Internal Medicine
Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA, United States
7/1/2019 - 6/30/2022
Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, VA, United States
7/1/2015 - 5/1/2019

Certifications

  • American Heart Association National Center
    5/6/2026
  • American Board of Internal Medicine
    8/15/2022

Research

Research interests

  • Cardiomyopathies
  • Coronary Artery Disease
  • Dyslipidemias
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Primary Prevention

Awards and honors

  • ASPC CVD Prevention Training Academy (2026)
  • Presenting research as national conferences (ACC 2021, AHA 2025) with peer-review publications

More about my research