Vimal Narula, MD
Physician, Professor
General Surgery
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614-293-3230Conditions and expertise
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Robotic Surgery
- General Surgery
- Lipoma
- Pancreatic Cancers
- Gallbladder Cancers
Locations
- University Hospital – Doan Hall
- General and Gastrointestinal Surgery in Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
- Bariatric Surgery in Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
- Comprehensive Weight Management in Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
- Plastic Surgery in Eye and Ear Institute
Academics and research
Department: Surgery
About
- Gender
- Male
- Additional languages
- Hindi, Spanish
Biography
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.
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
Conditions and expertise
- Abdominal Hernia
- Abdominal Wall
- Appendicitis
- Bariatric Surgery
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Biliary Tract Diseases
- Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde
- Cholecystitis
- Choledocholithiasis
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Digestive System Diseases
- Esophageal Achalasia
- Gallbladder Cancers
- Gallbladder Diseases
- Gastric Acid Reflux Disease
- Gastroscopy
- General Surgery
- Heartburn
- Hernia Repair
- Hiatal Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Lipoma
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Pancreatic Cancers
- Robotic Surgery
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Weight Loss
Locations
General and Gastrointestinal Surgery
3rd Floor East
Columbus, OH 43221
Comprehensive Weight Management
Pavilion 1st Floor Suite 1473
Columbus, OH 43221
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Residency - Surgery (General Surgery)
- Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, United States
7/1/2000 - 6/30/2005 - Internship - Surgery (General Surgery)
- Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, United States
7/1/1999 - 6/30/2000 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV, United States
8/1/1995 - 5/30/1999
Certification
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American Board of Surgery
10/28/2008
Academics and research
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.
Research interests
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Surgical Endoscopy
- Hernia and Biliary Disease
Academic information
- Department:
- Surgery
- Division:
- General and Gastrointestinal Surgery
More about my research
Ratings and 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.
48 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Vimal Narula has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Excellent and thorough
Good listeners
Excellent
Listened to my concerns and referred back to previous visits
Takes his time, concerned about my well being, on time
Excellent
Excellent doctor
Great
Took the time to personally schedule follow up visit when there was a conflict
I had a very good experience, he was extremely knowledgeable and informative about the procedure.
Thorough, friendly, very personable
He was incredibly helpful in describing what needed to be done, his strategy to achieve the best possible outcome, and clarity about what that would be.
Examined, answered questions. Very good
This doctor was quick on his feet listened very well answered everything that I needed to know and more feel very comfortable with him and they took into consideration and how much pain I've been in for several months now!
I was pleased with my doctor and his explanations of my condition.
Very professional and friendly.
Impressed with the surgeon's knowledge, concern, ability to expedite surgery. I felt in very good hands and was glad to have been referred to him.
When I worked as a social worker for over 25 years, treating people with dignity and respect came easily for me because my parents role modeled treating everyone with dignity and respect. Dr Nurula did not treat me in this manner. He made minimal eye contact and had a flat affect throughout the visit and was generally unpleasant. He also behaved in an unprofessional manner. For example, he didn't even have me sit on the exam table when he was examining my hernias. I felt sort of violated having to stand up from a side chair, drop my pants, and then get poked. When my gynecologist needs me to disrobe for an examination, the assistant gets me set up on the table with an appropriate gown or sheet before the doctor even comes in.