Awards and Recognition

(From the June 2024 issue of MedStat)

Physician Recognition

Medical staff leadership would like to acknowledge physicians for recently receiving positive comments from patients and families. These comments are only a brief sample of the many compliments our physicians receive regularly.

Ralph Beltran, MD, Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine

“Dr. Beltran talked to my son and made him as comfortable as possible while staying professional. His focus on my son made me feel more comfortable. Dr. Beltran used my son’s stuffed toy to show him how he would do anesthesia and really focused on making my son as comfortable as possible before surgery.”

Matthew Beran, MD, Orthopedics

“Dr. Beran was amazing. We are going through a very impactful, stressful injury, and he was so patient and kind. I would recommend him to anyone.”

Aaron Buban, DDS, Pediatric Dentistry Resident

“This was such an amazing experience for how harsh our situation was. We had one <child> who needed major work and another <child> who needed little work but is still very young. Nationwide Children’s gave us hope that they could save every tooth and gave my little guy the confidence to get his work done with little to no help! They were so nice and explained everything with as much understanding as they could! The room was full of support! For a three-hour drive, I knew they were at the perfect spot!”

Tara Cosgrove, MD, Pediatrics

“I had an excellent experience with Dr. Cosgrove. It was obvious she cared about my daughter. Dr. Cosgrove took so much time going over everything, and she explained it very well. One of the best experiences I have ever had with a doctor.”

Jack Kopechek, MD, Pediatrics

“I have known Dr. Kopechek since my son was a baby. One of the reasons I always come back to see him is that the care provided has always been genuinely concerning, gentle, kind and flexible. What I appreciate the most is that he always involves the family and child in the plan of care.”

Dana Miller, MD, Pediatrics

“Dr. Miller was able to reschedule this appointment for a day we were already there so my daughter wouldn't miss a school field trip!”

Gregory Pearson, MD, FAAP, FACS, Pediatric Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

“Surgery is never a fun day for the child or the parent. This was my son’s fourth surgery, but our first experience at Nationwide Children's for it. The care and compassion that everyone showed was so great to see. I felt like my son was cared for.”