About Me
As a general and gastrointestinal surgeon, my focus is on minimally invasive surgery and surgical endoscopy. I perform a variety of procedures and enjoy meeting patients and participating in their treatment.
I encourage my patients to be aware of and remain active participants in their own care. This simple but important step can greatly improve their outcome, health and lifestyle.
In addition to clinical work, I am interested in many areas of research. This helps me to learn better ways to address the concerns of my patients. My research interests include minimally invasive surgery, surgical endoscopy, hernia and biliary disease.
I am part of a world-class professional team dedicated to excellent health care. The outstanding faculty and staff I work with each day are among the many things I enjoy about working at Ohio State.
After hours, I love to travel, read and attend Ohio State football games.
Highlights
- Associate Director – Clinical Affairs, Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Co-Director, Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy & Gastrointestinal Surgery Fellowship
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Hernia, Abdominal
- Abdominal Wall
- Gallbladder Diseases
- Gallbladder
- Digestive System Surgical Procedures
- Bariatric Surgery
- Herniorrhaphy
- Hernia, Ventral
- Hernia, Inguinal
- Hernia, Hiatal
- Hernia, Diaphragmatic
- Hernia, Umbilical
- Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Esophageal Achalasia
- Bile Duct Cancers
- Biliary Tract Surgical Procedures
- Cholecystitis
- Cholecystolithiasis
- Choledocholithiasis
- Common Bile Duct Diseases
- Digestive System Diseases
- Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal
- Gallbladder Cancers
- Lipoma
- Pancreatic Cancers
- Pyloric Stenosis
- General Surgery
- Robotics
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
Locations Where I Practice
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2920
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-9431
2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-3890
410 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
614-293-3333
in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
2nd Floor Suite 2140
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-8566
in Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
2050 Kenny Road
Concourse Suite 1222
Columbus, OH 43221
614-366-6675
in Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
1800 Zollinger Road
3rd Floor East
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2920
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV
8/1/1995 - 5/30/1999
Internship
Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV
7/1/1999 - 6/30/2000
Residency
Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV
7/1/2000 - 6/30/2005
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery
10/28/2008
Academic Information
My Department
Surgery
My Division
General and Gastrointestinal Surgery
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
78 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.7 out of 5
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Shows Respect
5.0 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2022, Dr. Narula has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
He was excellent at explaining my procedure & taking my concerns into consideration. He made me feel at ease about my upcoming surgery.
Very professional and nice
All great
Outstanding
Saw need to schedule tests for problems. However disregarded initial simple tests in favor of more invasive procedures. Did not offer any intermediate advice to deal with pain or dietary advice while awaiting tests.
All good
Very trustworthy and understanding. Knows my situation well.
The Dr was very friendly and easy to talk with.
Made sure I understand what he was saying to me
Very kind and understanding everything want
Very good.
Good
All good.
He was concerned with my health and trying to help me. He was very understanding
Amazing
Very good.
Dr Narula was very precise in his comments, patient, and answered all questions in an understandable way. Was in no hurry and displayed concern. Highly recommendable and he is beyond reproach. OSU is fortunate to have a doctor of this caliber.
A very "kind" person. Good explanation of problem & procedure to correct problem. Good listener to my concerns. I am very impressed with Dr. Narula and would highly recommend him.
They are very professional in what they do.
Good
Explained everything in detail that was easy to understand.
Talked, & explain the finding of my x-rays very clearly.
Gave us the decision when we wanted to do surgery.
Very concerned with my problem, didn't have my records for this problem as the diagnostic center Is not connected to my chart. I have since downloaded them to my computer
He was awesome.
At first he seemed abrupt, but that was not the case. He was very clear & seemed very concerned for my health & working with me to schedule surgery.
Dr. very courteous speaking to a very senior patient.
Very good.