Venkat Kavuri, MD
Physician, Assistant Professor
Orthopaedic Surgery
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614-293-2225Conditions and expertise
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Diseases
- Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
- Diskectomy
- Radiculopathy
Locations
- Spine Care in Outpatient Care East
- Orthopedics in Outpatient Care Dublin
Academic information
Department: Orthopaedics
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
As an orthopedic spine surgeon, I am passionate about helping to relieve patients’ back pain and improve their quality of life. I specialize in treating age-related spinal changes and disorders that affect the neck and lower back. When patients come to see me, they can trust that I will care for them like family, work with them to find a nonoperative solution for their condition and recommend surgery only if necessary.
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center fosters a team environment where everyone shares a common goal of improving patient care and it’s a privilege to be part of it. The collegiality between the faculty is unparalleled. I believe the commitment to collaboration makes us all better surgeons and enhances the care we provide to our patients.
The accessibility of mentors at The Ohio State University is also exceptional. It’s an honor to help train residents and medical students, and I believe the opportunity to share my personal experiences can help them become better physicians and surgeons. I also serve as an assistant professor at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
My role includes active research efforts aimed at advancing clinical care. For example, I helped develop a protocol to reduce radiation exposure in children who had suspected cervical spine trauma. My team and I presented our findings before the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
When I’m not working, my wife and I enjoy playing tennis and try to get on the courts at least once per week. We enjoy cooking and trying new restaurants around the city. We also like hiking and exploring state and national parks.
Conditions and expertise
- Diskectomy
- Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
- Radiculopathy
- Spinal Care
- Spinal Diseases
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Orthopedic Spine Surgery
- Methodist Hospital-Houston, Houston, TX, United States
8/1/2019 - 7/31/2020 - Residency - Orthopaedic Surgery
- Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
6/1/2014 - 6/30/2019 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
8/1/2010 - 5/31/2014
Certification
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American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
7/21/2024
Ratings and reviews
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Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Venkat Kavuri has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
So great!
Dr Kavuri is an excellent doctor.
Dr Kavuri is so knowledgeable and nice. My surgery he performed went well and I am grateful he helped me. I just had my 1 year followup. I highly recommend Dr Kavuri.
Dr. Kavuri always takes the time to listen to my concerns, review any tests completed and give me his opinion on what he feels would be best route of treatment. I appreciate all he does for me!
This was my first visit to see Dr. Kavuri. I thought I had a pretty serious problem, but he Eased my concern and explained that it would most likely not progress to the point where I needed surgery. He gave me confidence that Physical therapy should reduce my pain level and my normal activities should be continued.
Very professional, respectful, efficient. Explained my situation clearly, with BBC a treatment plan going forward.
Lucky to have him as my surgeon
The Best ortho surgeon I have come across
I am so lucky to have a great physician. He cares and he listens
He has been extremely patient and caring
Dr. Kavuri is an excellent surgeon. I originally came to him with excruciating back pain from a bulging disc and drop foot. After he did surgery, all the back pain went away. The drop foot has Improved a little, but It Is something I will always deal with. I am so grateful to Dr.Kavuri for getting rid of the back pain so I can live a happy life.
Dr. Kuvari was excellent
He's very to the point
Very intelligent and very willing to help me solve my scoliosis! So very safe In his hands
Good. Seems to want to help figure out my issue. Very complicated.
I appreciate he is going the extra mile to get to the source of the problem.
Felt rushed through my questions and a couple questions were dismissed.
He's amazing
Always, caring, professional
He is always great