Leif Nelin
Expertise in
11
conditions

Dr. Leif Nelin

Neonatology | Pediatrics
Nationwide Children's Hospital
700 Childrens Dr, 
Columbus, OH 
Clinical Trials:Currently Recruiting for 1 Trial
Expertise in
11
conditions
Nationwide Children's Hospital
700 Childrens Dr, 
Columbus, OH 

Overview

Leif Nelin is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Nelin is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Premature Infant, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Gastrostomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 145 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Neonatology
Pediatrics

Licenses

Pediatrics in OH

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Nationwide Children's Hospital
700 Childrens Dr, Columbus, OH 43205

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

7 Clinical Trials

Generic Database: A Survey of Morbidity and Mortality in Very Low Birth Weight Infants
Generic Database: A Survey of Morbidity and Mortality in Very Low Birth Weight Infants
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 13, 2025
Intervention Type: Other
Transfusion of Prematures (TOP) Trial: Does a Liberal Red Blood Cell Transfusion Strategy Improve Neurologically-Intact Survival of Extremely-Low-Birth-Weight Infants as Compared to a Restrictive Strategy?
Transfusion of Prematures (TOP) Trial: Does a Liberal Red Blood Cell Transfusion Strategy Improve Neurologically-Intact Survival of Extremely-Low-Birth-Weight Infants as Compared to a Restrictive Strategy?
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: November 14, 2025
Intervention Type: Procedure
Study Phase: Not Applicable
A Randomized Controlled Trial of the Effect of Hydrocortisone on Survival Without Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia and on Neurodevelopmental Outcomes at 22 - 26 Months of Age in Intubated Infants < 30 Weeks Gestation Age
A Randomized Controlled Trial of the Effect of Hydrocortisone on Survival Without Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia and on Neurodevelopmental Outcomes at 22 - 26 Months of Age in Intubated Infants < 30 Weeks Gestation Age
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 27, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Hydrocortisone
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Multi-center Randomized Trial of Laparotomy vs. Drainage as the Initial Surgical Therapy for ELBW Infants With Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) or Isolated Intestinal Perforation (IP): Outcomes at 18-22 Months Adjusted Age
A Multi-center Randomized Trial of Laparotomy vs. Drainage as the Initial Surgical Therapy for ELBW Infants With Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) or Isolated Intestinal Perforation (IP): Outcomes at 18-22 Months Adjusted Age
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 18, 2024
Intervention Type: Procedure
Study Phase: Not Applicable
Neurodevelopmental Effects of Donor Human Milk vs. Preterm Formula in Extremely Low Birth Weight (ELBW) Infants
Neurodevelopmental Effects of Donor Human Milk vs. Preterm Formula in Extremely Low Birth Weight (ELBW) Infants
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 06, 2023
Intervention Type: Biological, Dietary supplement
Study Drug: Donor Breast Milk
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Multinational, Multicenter, Masked, Randomized, Controlled Study to Assess The Safety and Efficacy of Lucinactant for Inhalation in Preterm Neonates 26 to 32 Weeks Gestational Age With Respiratory Distress Syndrome
A Multinational, Multicenter, Masked, Randomized, Controlled Study to Assess The Safety and Efficacy of Lucinactant for Inhalation in Preterm Neonates 26 to 32 Weeks Gestational Age With Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: April 23, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
Cerebral Oxygenation and Autoregulation in Preterm Infants: Association With Morbidity and Mortality
Cerebral Oxygenation and Autoregulation in Preterm Infants: Association With Morbidity and Mortality
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: April 07, 2020
Intervention Type: Device
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145 Total Publications

Toward precision for bronchopulmonary dysplasia: Moving past current definitions.
Toward precision for bronchopulmonary dysplasia: Moving past current definitions.
Journal: Journal of perinatology : official journal of the California Perinatal Association
Published: July 11, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Leif Nelin

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Leif Nelin by calling their office at 614-722-4559. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Leif Nelin a top-rated expert for Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Leif Nelin is classified as an Elite expert for Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Leif Nelin specialize in?

While Dr. Leif Nelin is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Premature Infant, and High Blood Pressure in Infants. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.

Does Dr. Leif Nelin participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Leif Nelin has published 145 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. You can view a list of Dr. Leif Nelin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Leif Nelin accept my insurance?

Dr. Leif Nelin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareSource. We recommend calling the office directly at 614-722-4559 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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