About Me
I am a board-certified internal medicine physician and nephrologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in diagnosing and managing complex kidney conditions, including those requiring kidney transplantation and long-term renal care.
My patients can rely on me for high-quality, compassionate care and honest communication in every encounter. I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of skilled experts to ensure each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs and values.
In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I am passionate about educating and mentoring the next generation of clinicians.
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Transplantation
- Kidney Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
Locations Where I Practice
300 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
614-366-7744
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, Dharan
8/1/1998 - 3/31/2004
Residency
UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA
6/1/2006 - 11/30/2009
Fellowship
Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY
7/1/2018 - 6/30/2020
Fellowship
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
7/1/2020 - 6/30/2021
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
8/17/2011
American Board of Internal Medicine/Nephrology
11/18/2020
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Nephrology
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.
118 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
4.7 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.7 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.7 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 09/30/2024, Dr. Thakur has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Very professional and caring
Didn't seem to know transplant history. Even thought I'm 8 years post transplant I'm not a big fan of seeing different doctors on my checkups. Would prefer to see my original doctor pessivento unless impossible
Knowledge
Dr. Was very understanding and very helpful with explaining my circumstances
Very professional and informative
Very good
AWESOME
His very nice and helpful person
He was very polite and listen what I said
All good
Dr Thaker has always gone above and beyond to answer my questions and concerns.
All great
He was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Dr. Thakur was patient enough to listen to all my concerns and he came up with viable solutions that I am satisfied with.
Good
He's wonderful and really cares about my health and my plan of care.
Very helpful
Good
Excellent information, very kind reassuring
Good Good
Everything was fine
Courteous/Caring
Good
Dr. Thakur I can't say enough good of him
They were always professional and kind to me.
Very informative
Very pleasant and knowledgeable
They told me exactly what to expect, and led me to where I needed to be next, every time
Good
Everything was good no bad experiences
Very friendly, explained everything well.
Very caring
Knowledgeable, thorough
Always good
All good
There were no bad experiences at all in the office
Great
Always talk to me with respect
Always great
Knowledgeable, to the point,