Brian Edward Tasma, MD, is an Assistant Professor on the Clinical Practitioner Track in the Division of General Internal Medicine at the University of Toledo Medical Center. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a specialization in Biochemistry and a minor in Biology at Bowling Green State University, followed by a Master of Science in Biomedical Science in Medical Science and his Doctor of Medicine degree at the University of Toledo College of Medicine. He subsequently completed his Internal Medicine residency training at the University of Toledo Medical Center from 2015 to 2018.

Dr. Tasma is board certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. His academic background includes research in biomedical science and immunology, including investigations into protein fluorescent labeling, platelet interactions with bacteria, and platelet hypersensitivity in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus. His research has contributed to peer-reviewed publications addressing platelet-mediated bacterial killing, platelet hypersensitivity to thrombotic stimuli, hypertension, and lipid management in general internal medicine. He also helped author a book chapter discussing analgesic non-adherence and its management.

Education is a central component of Dr. Tasma’s academic career. He teaches medical students, residents, and fellows through inpatient rounds, outpatient resident clinics, resident noon conferences, Internal Medicine Grand Rounds, physical examination skills sessions, and research exploration activities. He has also served as a faculty mentor to medical students. In recognition of his commitment to teaching, he received the University of Toledo’s 2026 Dr. Ragheb Assaly Faculty Teaching Award.

Dr. Tasma has presented invited lectures on topics including e-cigarette, white coat hypertension, and screening for primary care diseases. He has also contributed to institutional service through a variety of University of Toledo committees and quality-improvement initiatives, including the COPD Standardization in Primary Care Project.

Beyond his clinical, educational, and scholarly responsibilities, Dr. Tasma has participated in community service and professional activities, including health professions advocacy, neuroscience education, hematology and oncology shadowing, and church volunteer work. His career reflects a commitment to patient care, medical education, scholarship, mentorship, and continuous improvement in primary and general internal medicine.