About Me
I am a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in nephrology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in diagnosing and treating patients for various conditions including glomerulonephritis, vasculitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, acute kidney injury, and chronic renal insufficiency.
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 providers. I am a clinical professor of Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2015, 2017, 2018 and 2019
- Best Doctor in America 2017
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Glomerulonephritis
- Vasculitis
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Kidney Diseases
- Cystic Kidney Disease
- Pyelonephritis
- Renal Dialysis
- Chronic Renal Insufficiency
Locations Where I Practice
6515 Pullman Drive
Lewis Center, OH 43035
614-688-7140
543 Taylor Avenue
Columbus, OH 43203
614-688-6400
300 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
614-366-7744
in Outpatient Care East
543 Taylor Ave.
Suite 3084
Columbus, OH 43203
614-293-4997
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
8/19/2002 - 6/10/2006
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2006 - 6/30/2009
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2009 - 6/30/2011
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine/Nephrology
10/18/2011
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.
121 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
5.0 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 09/30/2024, Dr. Parikh has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Alexion Pharmaceuticals
- Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc.
- UpToDate
- Calliditas
- Kezar Life Sciences
- Travere
- NYU Langone
Excellent
knowledgeable
He always shows concern about any things I ask and I credit him for the excellent care he gives
Dr. Parikh's specialty care has allowed me to recover and live a normal healthy life.
Dr Parikh was awesome explained everything to me help me understand what the issues I was having and why and tests to be done. He quickly responded when all the test results were back to keep me updated and was quick to answer questions on the chat. Dr Parikh took his time with me during my appointment friendly nice and caring. Dr Parikh was awesome and highly recommend him.
He is simply the best
Good
Very good
Dr Parikh explains allows me to ask questions and explains thoroughly.
This was my first visit with Dr Parikh. I cannot say enough nice things about him and his nurse. Probably the best visit I have ever had with an OSU provider.
Dr. Parihk Is very intelligent. I believe OSU Has picked a very good doctor to join their team. The time he spent, how much he went in depth and explained everything put me At ease. I truly believe that he can help me with my condition. His personality and bedside manner is one that I have never experienced In the most outstanding way. I would like to thank him personally for taking me on as a patient. I'm truly blessed to have him as a doctor and I look forward to working with him in the future to better my health.
He tempered my case and was very informative
No issues
Dr. Parikh has been amazing. I am grateful for his guidance and care as I navigate my health issues. He has been great at explaining everything and answering questions thoroughly.
Good
Very good. Reviewed my progress on treating my illness. Answered all questions I had
Dr Parikh is the best nephrologist in the world!!!! I can never say anything negative about him. I love how he explains everything about my condition in terms I understand. He is awesome.
Excellent
Dr Parikh is the expert in treating my particular condition. There was a no one I would trust more. He Is always available and has taken a personal interest in my care.
My visits with Dr.Parikh have always been very positive.He is always very positive and very supportive.There is reason he was named by Columbus Monthly Magazine as one of the best doctors in his field.
Dr.Samir is the best! He is very knowledgeable, listens and really takes the time to help me understand everything going on. I would recommend him to anyone.
The BEST!!
Excellent care.
Excellent physician
Dr. Parish is exceptional. Extremely knowledgeable, kind, listens attentively, very compassionate.
Dr Parikh is by far the best practitioner in all my years of exposure to health care practices. He responds quickly, thinks before speaking and has become a trusted friend and adviser.
I tell everyone that he is the coolest kidney doctor ever. Of course he is the only kidney doctor that I know, but I would lay a whole lot of money that he is the coolest of all the kidney doctors out there.
Good listener. Sought to understand my concerns.
Very Positive
Knowledgeable, friendly
Dr Parikh is awesome. Explains things well. Discussed the problem thoroughly.
Adept at his job ,professional ,personable and concern for the patients.
Dr. Parikh does a great job with helping understand current state of my illness and next steps for improvement or maintenance.
Dr. Parikh is an excellent and very caring doctor.
Dr. Parikh is the most knowledgeable, reliable, professional, and caring physician I know. He is outstanding!
Dr. Parikh is a great doctor. I have enormous respect for him.
He is an amazing doctor, very knowledgeable, thorough and kind. He responds quickly to all my questions, spends as much time as needed and honestly cares about how I'm doing. You and I are lucky to have him at OSU.
Always friendly, courteous and explains things well
Very friendly and professional. Asked about any concerns I had. Reviewed my previous test results.
Is always kind and spends the time needed to take care of me.
Awesome as always
Muy buenas
Dr. Parihk is a kind and caring provider. Always a pleasure working with him.
Always attentive and friendly
No bad
Excellent medical provider/doctor
I am always very comfortable with Dr Parikh and his plan of care. He is always very responsive to my needs/questions in person or through My Chart.
The doctor even called me on Saturday afternoon to go over test results he ordered. It made me feel very comfortable with my medical issues.
He was prompt and thorough. Clearly explained everything and including the immediate plan.
Dr Parikh; Was very attentive as always during the examination.
Dr. Parikh is THE BEST doctor I've ever had. He is absolutely outstanding!
Dr Parikh is an excellent doctor, listens, explains clearly
Dr. Parikh is the most knowledgeable, professional, and caring physician I have ever met. He is widely known for his expertise in his area of specialty, and for his excellent bed side manners, and warm and accomodating personality.
The spent as much time as needed. No rush.
AWESOME
Dr. Parikh is thorough. I never feel rushed. He takes the time to explain things and is excellent at providing results.
No bad experiences
Dr. Parik is the best. Takes his time and really listens to his patient.
Excellent care and addressed concerns I had regarding medication cost
Very welcoming and compassionate. Talked in detail and went over everything and answered all questions. Explained things in a way it was easy to understand and followed up shortly after appointment with test results.
Total confidence