Ajay Vallakati, MBBS
Physician, Associate Professor
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease
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614-293-7677Conditions and expertise
- Cardio-oncology
- Organ Transplantation
- Internal Medicine
- Transplantation
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiovascular Diseases
Locations
- Heart and Vascular in Outpatient Care Dublin
- Heart and Vascular Care in East Hospital
Academics and research
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I am a board-certified internal medicine physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology, providing expert care for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, including those requiring heart transplantation and long-term cardiac support.
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.
Conditions and expertise
- Cardio-oncology
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Heart Transplantation
- Internal Medicine
- Organ Transplantation
- Transplantation
Locations
Heart and Vascular Care
Tower 12th Floor, Suite 1201
Columbus, OH 43203
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2016 - 6/30/2017 - Fellowship - Cardiovascular Disease
- Metro Health Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
7/1/2013 - 6/30/2016 - Fellowship - Cardiology
- University of Kansas School of Medicine, Kansas City, KS
7/1/2012 - 6/30/2013 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY, United States
7/1/2010 - 6/30/2012 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY, United States
7/1/2009 - 6/30/2010 - Masters of Public Health (MPH)
- Missouri State University, Springfield, MO
1/1/2007 - 5/1/2009 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Osmania University College of Arts & Sciences, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
12/1/2000 - 2/1/2007
Certifications
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American Heart Association National Center
6/18/2026 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Advanced Heart Failure-Transplant Cardio
10/3/2018 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease
9/27/2016
Academics and research
In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I am passionate about educating and mentoring the next generation of providers. I serve as an associate clinical professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Research interests
- Medical Education
Academic information
- Department:
- Internal Medicine
- Division:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
More about my research
Ratings and reviews
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Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Ajay Vallakati 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
He is very kind and helpful- I love him!!
Perfectly kind, respectful, knowledgeable about my history and his medicine. Very gentle. Exudes peace. Extremely concerned about entire person and family.
I have nothing but the best to say about Dr Vallakati.
Very helpful
All good
Dr.Vallakati is the most caring and compassionate doctor.
Doctor was very easy to understand. He asked lots of question and answered all of our questions..
Very professional in explaining everything
They were all nice
Everyone was professional and well knowledge at their job.
Dr. Vallakati is by far the most knowledgeable and caring physician I have seen at OSU. He understands and explains my complex health conditions in a way that no other provider has been able to.
Above and beyond in his care
All good
Good
Dr. Vallakati extremely knowledgeable
The doctor took his time to explain wear I was at at my visit
Took all the time needed to go over everything and answered questions.
He listens and explains.It is clear that he comes in with all the knowledge of my past and current visits. He must have an absolutely fantastic memory and spends time in preparation
Everything was explained thoroughly, and he made sure I understood what had been said by asking me questions about it at the end of our visit.
My wife and I have been exceptionally pleased with the all of the Amyloidosis Clinic Team of Specialists!