Donald Lee Batisky MD (He/Him)

Pediatric Hypertension Nephrology

Associate Dean for Medical Student Admissions & Special Programs; Professor, Pediatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

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3333 Burnet Ave# ML7022Cincinnati, OH 45229
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Summary

Dr. Donald Batisky is a pediatric nephrologist based in Cincinnati, OH, specializing in pediatric nephrology and hypertension. He completed his medical education at The University of Toledo College of Medicine and further specialized through a fellowship in pediatric nephrology at the University of Tennessee. Dr. Batisky is currently a professor at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, where he also serves as the associate dean for medical student admissions. His clinical practice is at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, having held various professorships and attending physician positions prior. His expertise includes conditions such as glomerular disease and diabetic kidney disease. He has authored several publications, including studies on hypertension and cognitive function in children. Dr. Batisky has received accolades such as the Dean's Teaching Award from Emory University and been recognized as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly.

Education & Training

University of Tennessee College of MedicineFellowship, Pediatric Nephrology, 1990 - 1993
Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State UniversityResidency, Pediatrics, 1987 - 1990
The University of Toledo College of MedicineClass of 1987

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Certifications & Licensure

OH State Medical License 1988 - 2028
GA State Medical License 2009 - 2024
TN State Medical License 1990 - 2011
American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Nephrology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

Dean's Teaching Award Emory University School of Medicine, 2018
Regional Top Doctor Castle Connolly, 2014

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Pediatric hypertension prevalence with 1 vs. 2 vs. 3 within-visit blood pressure readings (NHANES 2013-2020).
Sandeep K Riar, Donald L Batisky, Scott Gillespie, Andrew M South
Journal of Human Hypertension. 2026-07-29
Virtual and In-Person Multiple Mini-interviews: A Comparison of Two Modalities in Regard to Bias.
David D Grier, Laurah Turner, Tracy J Prichard, Andrea Oaks, David Nolan
Medical Science Educator. 2024-12-01
1 citations
With a Grain of Salt: Can We Make a Difference?
Donald L. Batisky
The Journal of Pediatrics. 2020-06-06